20 Best Baby Shower Favors Ideas From Etsy Sellers

By Saira Perl

So you’re having a baby shower & looking for the best baby shower favors ideas from Etsy sellers.

I think the best baby shower favors are the practical ones you can actually use.

As cute as little novelty gifts are, people just can’t keep every little decorative trinket.

Keepsakes are perfect for decorations – here are 15 baby shower decorations that make great gifts.

But if you’re going to spend money on baby shower favors, make sure your guests will actually use them.

Now, that doesn’t mean baby shower favors have to be boring!

You can still give your guests unique & meaningful gifts that are useful too.

How?

Find out below!

Here are the best baby shower favors.

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These baby shower favors are a beautiful way to get unique gifts AND support people working from home.

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Best Baby Shower Favors For Large Groups

These are the best baby shower favors from the most popular Etsy sellers.

How do you know?

These Etsy sellers have thousands of 4-star and 5-star reviews, so you know you’re shopping with the best small business owners.

So those are 20 best baby shower favors for large groups.

What do you think?

Is there a specific baby shower theme you’re looking for?

Leave me a comment below & let me know!

BabyNes: A Baby Registry Gift For Mom

By Saira Perl

I’ve had 2 baby girls & both were 100% natural births (the 2nd was a planned home birth!).

For both babies I was open to breastfeeding or formula feeding.

Prior to their births, I researched & bought a lot of the recommended equipment – pumps, bottles, sterilizers, newborn formula.

Somehow I missed out on BabyNes by Gerber, a nespresso-style machine that makes formula preparation quick & easy.

Once I learned about the BabyNes I wondered WHY would anyone need this machine.

And then I tried one & the lightbulb went off….

This is one baby registry gift that is not just for baby… It’s for MOM!

After each of my daughters’ births I was EXHAUSTED. The feeding schedule for a newborn is KILLER, and I am a person who doesn’t function well without sleep.

After a few days I was too tired to remember what time the last feeding started or when the last poopy diaper was (and yes, you do need to know these things!).

For one baby, I was able to completely breastfeed, but for the other baby, I grew more & more exhausted.

To this day I’m convinced that handing off 1 nighttime formula feeding to my husband saved me from a downward spiral.

I ended up with a combination feeding schedule that worked for us – pumping, nursing & supplementing with formula.

While it was a HUGE relief to have formula to supplement with, I dreaded the bottle preparation routine. Heating water, measuring formula, shaking furiously until all the lumps were gone… all while juggling a crying baby.

Hello BabyNes!

Here’s a little home video I shot showing just how SIMPLE it is to prepare formula with BabyNes.

BabyNes allows moms to easily & quickly prepare formula, all while soothing that hungry baby.

BabyNes gives moms peace of mind when leaving baby with dad or a babysitter or caregiver – they will be able to prepare the baby’s food just as perfectly as mom does it.

Adding BabyNes to your baby shower registry will save you from having to look for better feeding products once you are exhausted & thinking nothing is working right.

While the BabyNes & all it’s features may seem like a luxury, those little moments of happiness & convenience throughout the day are priceless.

Since I’m lucky enough to have one of these machines, ask me what you want to know about it!

I’ll do my best to get the answer to you!

To learn more about the BabyNes click here.

To add BabyNes to your baby shower registry & receive a free gift, click here.

10 Amazing Diaper Cakes

By Saira Perl

These handmade diaper cakes make beautiful decorations & fantastic gifts. People will not forget a baby shower with one of these amazing cakes. Which one is your favorite?

Little man mustache cake

Girly & gorgeous pink & red

Sweet green & yellow

Fun & colorful safari themed, handmade

Oh boy! Cars themed diaper cake

Diapers plus! Lots of plush animals & toys.

Jungle themed for baby girl or baby boy, handmade

Sophisticated grey with a sweet elephant, handmade

Pretty pink & black, handmade

Animal print baby stroller, handmade

Bonus: OK this isn’t a diaper cake, but these baby bouquets make great gifts & beautiful centerpieces.

My Little Mover Loves Huggies Little Movers #SetBabyFree

By Saira Perl

Today in South Florida the weather was beautiful, so we set our little mover free outside.

She’s at the stage where EVERYTHING is new & exciting. All it took was a pack of Huggies Little Movers & she was covered – both by the comfy diapers & by the entertaining packaging! #SetBabyFree

Ready for a quick diaper change on the go! We’re both happy with how soft & comfy these Little Movers diapers are.

All set! Now what? A couple of pictures of baby playing in her clean diaper. As long as mom isn’t far away – we’ve had a little separate anxiety recently!

Wait, is that Mickey Mouse I see on these Huggies Little Movers…

It sure is! And this isn’t the first time I’ve used Little Movers diaper Mickey on the to entertain baby during a diaper change! I often hand her a clean diaper to look at – works. every. time.

Getting bored with the diapers. Time to explore!

Happy to say I’ve NEVER had a blow out with these Huggies diapers & just take it for granted that baby will stay clean & dry in these Huggies diapers.

Thanks Huggies for a great photo shoot & some extra time with my baby! #SetBabyFree

On The Go? Top 5 Places To Stash Huggies Natural Care Wipes

By Saira Perl

We busy moms are always on the go & it only gets busier as the kids get older!

Luckily, everytime I buy Huggies Natural Care Wipes from Sam’s Club, I get a new adorable clutch! #ClutchStyle

New moms may be wondering how in the world would it be handy to have so many of these clutches?

Well, you’ll need at least 5 to achieve my Top 5 “On the Go” places to stash Huggies Natural Care Wipes!

#5 Diaper Bag

Preparing for baby #1? You’ll need wipes. LOTS of wipes. Sam’s Club has you covered in the wipes department.

This box of Huggies Natural Care Wipes comes with 864 wipes (4 large refill bags), 1 tub for your changing table, and 1 Clutch ‘n Clean pack for wipes On the Go.

#4 Stroller

Whether you’re taking trips to the park or the mall, playdates or the grocery store, this clutch is a soft, portable & cute accessory.

You’ll be wiping hands, noses & bums in style! #ClutchStyle

#3 Car

When my 1st baby was born we lived in Europe & didn’t have a car, so EVERYTHING had to fit in my diaper bag or stroller.

Luckily when baby #2 arrived we were living in the USA. Hello Car!

Love stashing my clutch in the car. It fits so easily into the glove box or the side of the door.

#2 Purse

Once the kids are a little older, you won’t need (or want!) to lug that diaper bag everywhere. Just grab a couple of snacks & your clutch & you’ll be ready for anything.

#1 School

Eventually your little one will start day care or preschool & you will be asked to provide wipes! I donated Huggies Natural Care Wipes along with the Clean ‘n Clutch.

The clutch was a HIT with my daughter’s teacher who carries it around school with her. You can imagine how handy those are from the classroom to the lunchroom to the playground!

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If you don’t already have one, get your Sam’s Club Membership to get this & other fantastic deals. It’s a mom essential!

Best Baby Shower Gifts

By Saira Perl

Looking for the best baby shower gifts? You will find something for any budget, some are personalized & even handmade.

If you are planning ahead or know the baby’s name already, personalizing your gift makes it beautiful & thoughtful.

For last minute gifts, order from Amazon & they will get it delivered to you quick!

Here are the best baby shower gifts. Am I missing something? Let me know!

Baby’s First Photo Album

My daughter still loves her very first photo album!

When she was little, it was a great way to remember family that lived far away.

Now, it’s a treasured keepsake of all her favorite people holding her when she was a brand new baby!

Heirloom Baby Bonnets & Handmade Hats

These handmade baby hats will not only get everyone oohing & ahhhing at the baby shower, they also make beautiful keepsakes.

Depending on which style you choose, you can sometimes pick your own color combination.

Many are custom made to order, but can still be ready to ship in just 2-4 days!

Need them sooner – you can even choose to “Rush” your order.

Click on the photo of your favorite.

This adorable baby bonnet (hat only) is available in 30 different colors in sizes up to 12 months.

This cute little frog hat is my personal favorite.

You can find more adorable baby hats here, but I just couldn’t resist one more… this amazing baby Yoda hat!

Hand Painted Wood Growth Chart Ruler

A friend of mine received a gorgeous wooden growth chart personalized for her baby girl.

For the quality & the hand made touch, these are priced amazingly well.

And because it’s customized, even if you don’t know the baby’s name yet, you can still choose a color or a style that matches the personality of the family.

World’s Cutest Burp Cloths & Bibs

I dare you to find a cuter burp cloth & bib set.

It’s all about the presentation!

If you are crafty, you can probably figure out how to put these together yourself.

But the price is so great, that you don’t need to!

Now your only problem is how to pick from the many many many adorable choices…

Go on – you can get 2 or 3!

Terrycloth Baby Bath Robe

Every baby needs an adorable bath robe.

Make bath time a fun experience for both mom and baby with this soft terrycloth bath robe for baby.

This robe is the cutest little scary shark, complete with dorsal fin and tail!

The robe closes in front with two terrycloth ties.

The shark comes in PINK or BLUE can even be personalized with baby’s name.

Not a shark fan? There are many adorable animals to choose from – like this cute elephant bath robe.

Birthday Keepsake

The picture does not do this book justice!

It is a wonderful KEEPSAKE journal & so easy for parent’s to update.

There is a section for each birthday until the child is 18 to include favorite quotes, party themes, guests, gifts and photos.

Forget a baby book that sits in the cupboard for months (years!) – this hard cover Birthday Book provides a lifetime of memories. #1 choice for Best Baby Shower Gifts under $10.

Blooming Baby Bath

What an adorable way to give new baby a bath!

A great alternative to traditional baby bath tubs, this super soft & cuddly bath keeps baby happy and comfortable during bath time.

Fits most sink sizes & recommended for infants 0 to 6 months.

Hate hot pink? It also comes in canary yellow, turquoise blue and ivory!

Ultimate Swing

SAVE your favorite new parents from driving baby around in the car to fall asleep! This ultimate baby chair is not your 1970’s baby swing! The 2012 model has 5 unique motions based on real parental movements!

It also has any other convenience you can think of: built-in nature sounds and an MP3 hookup, seat reclines to any position, fabric (both plush and nylon) is easy to remove and machine washable, detects obstructions & won’t run if recline is unlocked.

Available in a variety of colors & fabrics.

If you’re looking for more swing choices, you can click here for my recommendations for choosing the best baby swing.

Travel Crib – Light

Yes, there is a full-size travel crib with mattress within this bag!

Must-have for parents who travel frequently or who use childcare, so baby can comfortably & safely sleep away from home. If you don’t have experience with a travel crib, let me tell you it needs to be easy to open/close and quick/intuitive to assemble.

The last thing anyone needs during a trip or after a long day is to struggle with putting the crib together (Pack N Play: been there, done that, not fun!).

Don’t pay for extras like “changing tables” – parents need a travel crib to be light to carry & simple to setup.

Expandable Tote

You will not find this on any baby registry, but it is one of the best items I received!

My mother-in-law gave this one to me & it is my go-to bag.

Diaper bags are great, but this bag is much more versatile.

It folds up very small, so I often put it inside my carry-on luggage & then unfold it once I am through airport security to separate items I will need for baby during the flight (under my seat) from items I may not necessarily need (extra diapers, change of clothes, etc).

It can further expand by releasing the zipper in the middle to allow for 50% + more space!

It is not cheap (well known French brands never are!), but you are getting quality in return – the nylon wipes clean, the leather straps do not break or fray. 3 years later & heavily used, mine still looks brand new.

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Baby Shower Decorations

By Saira Perl

Throw an amazing baby shower by getting a few baby shower decorations are keepsakes for mom-to-be.

You don’t need to spend a lot to find thoughtful & memorable baby shower ideas.

Your guests & expecting mama will love these baby shower decorations that turn into baby shower gifts.

These baby shower decorations are pretty & cool… just like mom-to-be!

Baby Shower Decorations

This baby shower photo frame from Keeping Up With The Cisneros is completely adorable!

If you don’t have the time or DIY skills to create this yourself, go for the much easier version – a DIY “photo booth” where guests take pictures of each other with these adorable baby shower photo booth props – completely personalized for mom-to-be!

Not sure whether the new baby is a boy or a girl? You’re covered if you get 1 set of each – which you probably want anyway for that large baby shower crowd! Luckily there are lots to choose from & you can mix & match sets.

Click here for more baby shower photo booth props ideas.

Use the theme to put together a treasure of gifts that are both chic & reusable!

This Paris theme is timeless & can be decorated using pink, blue or neutral colors.

These white ceramic dishes come in every letter & can be used to spell baby’s name, initials or whatever!

These are gorgeous & are definitely a decoration that will be used for many years.

I recently went to a birthday party for a friend of my 4-year-old & they had these candy dishes spelling the birthday girl’s name.

Easy to hang, cute & can be used later to welcome new baby home or at the hospital. Also comes in purple or blue storks.

These beautiful table runners make a fabulously simple statement.

The customized piece can be cut out & saved later for a scrapbook or a photo memory box.

Another cute way to use the tablecloths are for gender reveals!

This kit gives you a great start with baby shower decorations straight out-of-the-box. It comes tastefully arranged in your choice of color: black, pink, blue (shown), or white.

Click here to checkout my recommendations for baby shower favors that also double as cool & colorful baby shower decorations.

How to Find the Best Baby Swing: 2015

By Saira Perl

BEST baby swings 2015: Whether you’re looking for the best baby shower gifts or are pregnant & need the best baby products, these are the BEST baby swings for 2015. I’m a mom who just bought a swing for my newborn baby to sleep in because she had terrible reflux. Worried about her sleeping comfortably & safely, I researched & found these to be the best baby swings - you’ll even find a variety of prices available.

With so many baby swings available it’s hard to know which is the BEST baby swing.

I was on the fence about buying a baby swing & just didn’t get around to it before the baby was born.

This was a mistake, because our baby had TERRIBLE reflux & ended up sleeping in a swing for her 1st month (sitting upright was the only way, so she was sleeping in the baby swing).

So (since I hadn’t planned ahead!), in October 2014 when she was just days old, I went walking through the baby aisles of big-name stores, desperate to buy the best baby swing.

It was an exhausting decision – partly because I hadn’t slept in a while & partly because the selection in the stores was SO BAD.

I walked around the stores with my iPhone out, checking the online prices & reviews.

What did I find out?

The shops only display a few of the models & the prices are higher in the store almost all of the time.

You are better off shopping online where you have:

Reviews from other moms
More competitive pricing
All brands & models to choose from
Pricing & availability from all the big stores from the comfort of your own home!

Do this & you will get the best baby swing for the best price.

If price is no object, the MamaRoo is the Porsche of baby swings
For classic & quality, Graco is your best bet
If you’re on a budget, go with a portable swing

Lesson learned!

Best Baby Swing: Top 25

You can see full reviews, customer feedback & product description when you click on the picture.

Amazon Baby Registry

By Saira Perl

Best Baby Shower Favors For Large Groups

#5 Diaper Bag

#4 Stroller

#3 Car

#2 Purse

#1 School

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