One of the first special occasions for a little baby is their baptism or christening. If you are planning on attending a baptism or christening you want to make sure to give a keepsake gift in honor of this joyous occasion, because many do not know that it is completely acceptable to give a baby baptism gift.
Baby Baptism gifts need to be more than baby clothes or rattles. They are gifts that will last for many years to come. If you are wanting to purchase a gift that is gender neutral there are many options to choose from. Baby's first bible is a great present to give, and most of them come with a records section to record momentous events in the child's life. A keepsake cross or rosary is also a nice present that can be displayed in the baby's room to hallmark the christening or baptism. Another neutral gift is a baptism certificate tile that can be hung up in the nursery. This is a plaque that is inscribed with the baby's name on it, and the date at which they were christened. Baptism picture frames are another gift that allows the family to put in a picture from the event to proudly display in the home.
For little baby girls, jewelry is often the most common gift given. Little pearl or diamond earrings, even if their ears are not pierced yet, are great keepsakes that can be kept and cherished for many years to come. Little baby rings or bracelets are another jewelry item that can be kept and enjoyed for special events. Others like to give cross necklaces and lockets to represent the importance of the religious event.
For baby boys, there are many options as well. Personalized baby blankets in a lush material are great gifts to wrap the little ones up in or put in their crib. You can also buy personalized baby footprint plates that come in the standard blue or pink and have the baby's name, birthweight, time, and christening date on it. If you are close to the family, offer to buy them the christening outfit. Many just think there is only a dress for girls but there is plenty of outfits out there for little boys as well.
There are also many gift basket company's that offer pre made gift baskets filled with special little gifts for this important event. Many offer baskets specifically for boys or girls. Whatever gift you decide to give, just remember that a religious occasion such as this, is something that should be remembered for many years to come, and your gift should reflect that.
