• Surprise your loved one with a thoughtful baby shower gift.baby present image by lidian neeleman from Fotolia.com
  
  When you know a loved one who is going to have a new baby, you can demonstrate your excitement and congratulations by giving her a thoughtful gift to celebrate the new arrival. For new moms, it is helpful to receive meaningful shower gifts that are both utilitarian and beautiful.
  
  

Baby Bath Products

• New babies require specialty bath products because standard bath products can contain chemicals that are too harsh on a baby's skin. You can give new parents baby high-end organic bath products made with natural ingredients that will be extra gentle on sensitive skin. Select products that will be consumed regularly, such as baby shampoo, lotion and bath oil. Combine a baby bath products with a soft hooded baby towel, baby brush and nail kit to make it a complete gift set.
  
  

Handmade Baby Blanket

• Babies need to be wrapped in blankets to prevent them from losing their warmth. Making a handmade baby blanket from natural materials, such as organic cotton, will prevent the blanket from irritating a baby's skin. Avoid knitting a baby blanket from itchy wool yarn or synthetic acrylics, which can contain harsh chemicals.
  
  

Baby Sling

• New babies want to be close to their mothers. One way to do this is to wear a sling in which the baby can lay against the mother's body. You can give a sling to a new mother to encourage her to carry her baby, instead of pushing a stroller, which limits the contact between the mother and her baby.
  
  

Breast Pump

• New nursing mothers will appreciate a breast pump that offers comfort and efficiency. A high-quality breast pump will enable a new mom to express breast milk, which the father, another family member or a babysitter can feed to the new baby using a bottle. You can purchase a breast pump at any baby supply store or through a lactation consultant.
  
  

Clothing Essentials

• New babies often spit up and soil their clothing, which can require new parents to change the clothing frequently. You can give new parents sets of clothing essentials so that they will have a sufficient supply once the new baby arrives. A few essential clothing choices include onesies, T-shirts, socks, bibs and stocking hats. Select clothing that is made from natural materials, such as cotton, which babies can wear without irritating the skin.