When assembling a baby hamper, it’s beneficial to keep in mind that the majority of parents today value quality and practicality. So, you should choose products they can use rather than items that would clutter their homes. You may already know what the recipient wants or needs, but sometimes it’s nice to give them something unexpected or “just because”. Here are some pointers for making the perfect hamper.
4 Gifts Rule
If you don’t know what you want or how much money you have to spend on a hamper, there’s a social media trend that parents are embracing for their children’s birthday and Christmas presents that makes things easier. It is referred to as the “four-gift rule.” It’s also useful for creating a meaningful hamper that parents and newborns will appreciate and use.
You can use the “four-gift” approach to create a baby hamper that includes the following things:
#1 Something they’ll enjoy (such a toy or baby play gyms)
#2 Something they require (for example, diapers or skin care products).
#3 Something to put on (a romper, bibs, hair clips, shoes, etc.)
#4 Something to read (e.g., a book, or, in the case of a baby hamper, a baby record/milestone book or image cards).
If you’re making a larger gift basket, you can include many items for each theme. Aim for at least three of these areas if you’re working with a limited budget. A teether toy, clothing, and a moisturiser, for example. You could also give the new parents a nappy balm instead of the moisturiser.
Bigger isn’t always better. If you don’t like cheap, chemical-laden body creams from the drugstore, chances are your loved one won’t either. As an alternative to stuffing your hamper full of inexpensive products, consider including a few high-quality gifts that both mothers and babies are sure to enjoy and appreciate. It’s possible you’ll expose them to a product or brand they’ll enjoy. Look for organic cotton or bamboo linen or clothing, and quality baby toys manufactured using sustainable materials.
Mum gifts
When creating a hamper, consider incorporating a few items for mum (or dad). Either a treat or something practical (dry shampoo powder/nipple balm/moisturiser/exfoliant, for example). Mums require care, as well as a pick-me-up, after going through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum rehabilitation.
Siblings
If you’re making a gift basket for a baby with older siblings, you might want to think about giving them something, too. It’s a purely optional bonus. It’s a lovely idea if you have the time and money, or if you’re really close to the mother you’re gifting to. As simple as adding an extra thing like a colouring book and pencils or some play dough or hair clips or a little toy just to know that the congratulations you send is for them as well!
So there we have it! If you have a loved one that’s about to give birth or is in their early days of parenting, consider putting together a hamper with these lovely ideas – it will go a long way!