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You are shopping for
the mother-to-be and prefer to buy something
organic. Or, the mother and father-to-be have let
everyone know they prefer organic baby gifts. What
do you get? Why should you buy it?
Whether out of concern
for the environment, a desire to avoid the damaging
effects of chemicals, or the wish to have the best
for their child, many parents today prefer organic
baby items. Fortunately, there are an ever
increasing number of organic baby gift choices.
Whether your budget is
below $25.00, in the middle, or above $75.00 there
are excellent options. Read on and check out our “Top
10 Organic Baby Gifts”. You will then be able
to select that special gift with greater confidence.
Three Great Gifts
under $25.00
If you wish to buy a
thoughtful gift with $25.00 or less you might choose
a book, some organic cotton clothing or bath items,
or a food mill.
1. Books
for baby or mother-to-be will be treasured, possibly
even passed down through the family. There are
numerous options from board books to gorgeously
illustrated hardbacks. One choice is the classic
Mother Goose for parents and children to enjoy
together.
For parents-to-be
reference books with practical, down-to-earth wisdom
are ideal. The Baby Book by, William and
Martha Sears is especially cherished by parents who
wish to closely bond through attachment parenting.
Think about signing
the book so the receiver links your name with the
hours of pleasurable book use.
2. Organic
cotton clothing and bath items such as onesies,
t-shirts, bodysuits and footie pajamas,
hand knit baby
washcloths or hooded organic cotton towels are all
excellent options. Such clothing or bath items made
from organic cotton are lovely and easy on the
environment.
By giving organic
cotton made gifts, you help baby to be comfortable
and parents confident that they are taking steps to
reduce pollution, avoid chemicals, skin irritants
and allergens. After several washings, organic
cotton items just get softer and feel even better!
The color choices are many from natural tones to
pinks, lavender and blues.
3. A
food mill for making delicious, organic baby
food will be most welcome when the baby begins solid
foods. Using a food mill with organic, home-cooked
fresh vegetables and fruits or meats ensures the
rapidly growing baby avoids the toxins found in
non-organic baby food.
Parents wish to feel
secure that their child is not ingesting chemicals.
Non-organic baby foods are frequently made of
concentrated vegetables or fruits. This may, in
turn, concentrate pesticides and other chemical
residues such as heavy metals.
A food mill takes the
worry away because parents make their own wholesome,
organic baby food. Plus, homemade organic baby foods
taste better and cost less, too!
Three Great Gifts
between $25.00 and $75.00
If your budget permits
spending $25.00 to $75.00, you could either purchase
several of the under $25.00 items or consider a baby
sling, nursing pillow, or organic cotton receiving
blanket.
4. A baby sling
for carrying the new arrival “kangaroo style” is a
terrific, multi-purpose gift choice. The close
contact encouraged by wearing the baby in a sling or
baby carrier improves child-parent relationships.
Plus it frees up Mom’s or Dad’s hands for other
children, chores, tasks and more!
Look for slings in a
variety of beautiful colors and patterns made from
organic materials. By using organic materials,
manufacturers create a sling that is as allergen and
irritant free as feasible.
Learning to use a
sling does take some practice. However, slings come
with instructions to help the wearer become
self-assured.
5. A
nursing pillow to help the mother position her
nursing infant makes a practical gift choice.
Several options are sold which aid the mother in
achieving proper mouth-nipple alignment. Too, the
pillows assist by supporting the baby’s weight. This
prevents sore backs, necks and wrists in the nursing
mom.
Some pillows are
height adjustable and slanted slightly upright. This
helps baby’s digestion, reduces gas and spitting up
as well as moderates colic or reflux. The infant’s
spine is in the correct position, which is both more
comfortable and healthier!
6.
An Organic
Cotton Receiving Blanket feels like soft flannel
and keeps baby feeling warmly secure. There are many
machine washable, colorful choices with different
textures.
As with other organic
cotton products, the receiving blanket will just get
softer and cuddlier with washing. Too, it offers all
the benefits of being free of chemicals and
irritants that other organic cotton items do.
Environmentally
considerate, delicate skin friendly, soft and
lovely, an organic cotton receiving blanket would be
well used and valued.
Four Great Gifts
above $75.00
For those truly
special occasion baby gifts or to give as a group,
you might opt for an organic gift basket, stocked
diaper bag, food, or organic cotton bed linens.
7. Creative
Organic Gift Baskets
lovingly built around themes such as bath time,
changing time, and bedtime are both fun to receive
and practical. Use your imagination or purchase
already created theme baskets.
Select a pretty,
natural wood basket and add small natural or organic
items in the chosen theme. A bath time basket might
feature organic, chemical-free bath and skin care
products, an organic cotton towel and washcloth.
Formulated to be gentle to baby’s delicate skin yet
smell great, parents will appreciate organic bath
and skin care products. Look for shampoo and body
wash, baby lotion or oil, and diaper ointments or
balms made with organic essential oils and plant
extracts.
Reusable, attractive
and filled with organic goodies, a gift basket makes
a delightful baby gift.
8. A
Stocked Organic Diaper Bag with a dozen or so
diapers, some wipes and changing pad is a splendid,
ready-to-go gift.
Families
who want to save money, need a chemical-free
diapering solution, or prefer to avoid adding to
landfills will thank you for including
organic cotton cloth
diapers, some cloth wipes and a few diaper covers.
Those who do choose to diaper traditionally will
appreciate an organic diaper bag with a container or
two of traditional diapers and wipes.
Organic
diaper bags come in a variety of styles, color
choices and patterns. Ones with carefully thought
out pockets to hold extra diapers and diaper covers,
keys, extra breast pads for nursing moms, snacks,
cups and books for toddlers are especially valued.
Look for a sturdy bag with secure Velcro closures to
make certain small items don’t fall out and consider
a waterproof bag.
9.
Food and
Time - A roster for bringing dinner or
fresh organic produce, meat and foods will be a big
hit with tired Moms and Dads before and after birth.
Create a schedule with several other friends to make
delicious, organic, seasonal meals or bring over
organic groceries.
When you bring over
the food or meal, you could even offer to take the
new baby for a walk. The new mom could take a much
needed nap or the infant’s parents might enjoy a
quiet meal together.
The gift of delicious,
wholesome, organic food plus time saved and rest is
a superb option. The cost depends upon the meal
ingredients or items purchased.
10. A Bedding Set
in organic cotton or natural wool is a thoughtful
choice for those parents who plan to use a crib,
bassinette, cradle or baby hammock.
Check first which
sleeping option the family plans to use. Whichever
type of bedding is welcome, sheets, crib blankets,
bumper covers, comforters, mattress toppers, and
crib skirts made in organic cotton or natural wool
are best.
Most cotton bedding is
conventionally grown using pesticides and other
chemicals. Organic cotton bedding avoids irritants,
chemicals and allergens which can harm the sleeping
child or which could keep baby awake. Since babies
spend about 16-20 hours sleeping or drowsing in the
first 6 months of life alone, a toxin-free bedding
environment makes an enormous difference!
Organic cotton and
natural wool bedding are safer, environmentally
friendly, soft and come in a wide array of color and
pattern options.
Whatever your budget
supports you can purchase any of the Top 10 Organic
Gifts with assurance. Each is practical, excellent
for the baby, parent supportive, and earth-friendly,
too. Your gift will keep giving to the mother-to-be,
child, and environment for years to come. |