Expecting mamas have a lot of needs which is why the baby shower is so important. But with COVID concerns, many baby showers are adopting more remote and social distancing methods, such as drive-by baby showers and virtual celebrations.
But the purpose of a baby shower is to "shower" the mom-to-be with all of the necessities she'll need to welcome her new baby, and guests will still want to contribute a gift. One of the best ways you can help while still keeping everyone safe is to have a baby shower gift delivered.
We scoured resources to find you the best baby shower gifts that you can have brought directly to the expectant mom.
Indulgent and useful gifts that can be delivered
Let the mom-to-be treat herself with a gift card
Not sure what to get? Think your mom-to-be already has everything they need because the gift registry has it all checked off? Don’t let that stop you. There is always another box of diapers or baby wipes that will be needed. Help mom by getting her a gift card so that she can get what she needs – or what she wants – when the time arises.
- A gift card to a department store like Target gift card can be used for anything in the store and lets the expectant mom shop for everything she needs in one place. Get a cute baby designed card to customize it for the occasion. This makes it an easy way to help her get anything she might have forgotten about on the list, even some groceries and another pair of those maternity leggings all pregnant moms live in.
- If you know that the parents-to-be are still working on painting that baby’s room and doing some babyproofing around the house, consider a gift card to a home improvement store. This will help them get the tools and materials needed to get the job done quickly and efficiently.
- Joyce Patrick, soon-to-be-mom, quipped to Mom.com, “If you love me, send me a massage gift card.” This is a great example of an idea that you can send mom to take care of herself. Being a mom is a lot of hard work and a newborn takes a ton out of you. Be creative and get a gift delivered that mom can enjoy all on her own. She’ll thank you for it.
Save everyone's back by having these large, heavy items delivered
Items that are large and bulky are ideal gifts to be delivered. By delivering these shower gifts rather than dropping them off, you save mom and dad the trouble of schlepping them from the shower. Here are a few gifts that moms need to keep baby safe, comfortable, and entertained.
- Swing: Let baby relax in a constant movement of a baby swing that helps lullaby them to sleep.
- Play yard: Stimulate their desire to explore in a safe environment where you can trust what they get their hands on.
- Stroller: Get out and about with the comfort of a stroller that keeps baby safely napping or taking in all the sights.
- Stationary entertainer: It won’t be long before your baby is sitting and looking for things to do. A stationary entertainer, also called an exersaucer, is a great way to keep baby safe while they get to explore and learn.
