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27+ Heartwarming Gifts for Expectant Grandparents

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A joyful scene of a man lifting a smiling baby above his head in a bright, sunlit room. The text overlay reads: "27+ thoughtful gifts for expectant grandparents." The man and baby appear to be sharing a happy moment together.

  If you're a mom-to-be, then the time has come to think about what gifts your grandparents might want for their grandchild. People have so many more options than they ever have in the past. It can be hard to keep up with it all. I've put together a list of 27+ gifts that will surely please any new grandma or grandpa!   Whether this is the first or second grandbaby...or the 8th or 9th, you'll want to celebrate the new addition to the family with gifts that will bring joy to the whole family. You can use these gifts to share the news of a little one on the way, Keep Reading

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25 Lovely Homemade Baby Shower Desserts

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A colorful image with text in the center reading "25 Homemade Baby Shower Desserts." The background features various dessert items, including decorated cupcakes, pastries, and a fruit salad, suggesting an assortment of DIY baby shower recipes for creative and festive celebrations.

  Baby showers are such a fun time to honor moms-to-be and their new baby. We love to get together to hear how the mom is feeling, what their plans are for when the baby is born and if they have picked a name. Baby showers are full of beautiful decorations, fun games, and, of course, cute baby-shower snacks. Homemade baby shower treats are one of the highlights of every baby shower, especially when they are easy to make. Cake pops are very common nowadays and you can almost be sure that someone else will bring them as well. If you want to find some unique ideas for Keep Reading

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23+ Best Pumpkin Baby Shower Ideas 

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A collage of 23+ sweet pumpkin baby shower ideas. The central text reads "23+ Sweet Pumpkin Baby Shower Ideas" with images surrounding it, including pumpkin-scented products, pumpkin-themed soap, decorative jars, and pumpkin-shaped cupcakes.

If you are lucky enough to host a baby shower in the fall, a pumpkin themed baby shower is not only adorable, but easy to put together. Whether the baby will be born during the fall season or if the celebration happens to be during fall, choosing pumpkins as a baby shower theme will give you tons of amazing options for themes, color schemes, welcome signs, food and centerpieces. Because of this, I would even argue that pumpkin is the very best fall baby shower themes! I’ve gathered 23+ of the best pumpkin baby shower ideas that are the perfect way to celebrate a new Keep Reading

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Is It Okay to Have a Potluck Baby Shower?

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A pastel-colored image featuring various pink, blue, and green cupcakes adorned with star and heart toppers. Overlaid text in shades of pink and green reads: "Potluck Baby Shower etiquette + ideas." A small sticker says, "What Mommy Does." Perfect for a Potluck Party!

Planning a baby shower is something that falls on friends and loved ones of the mom-to-be, and it can be nerve-wracking to pull together under certain circumstances. Typically, the host(s) provide food and drinks, but there are lots of reasons you might want to opt for the easier route and make the celebration into a potluck instead. I see this question a lot when it comes to planning a baby shower, so I wanted to address is today. Just because potlucks aren't typical for baby showers doesn't mean that they're not allowed! Let's go over some of the reasoning behind having one and Keep Reading

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50+ Baby Shower Themes for Girls (adorable & unique ideas!)

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A colorful image featuring text that says "50+ adorable baby shower themes for girls." The background showcases a delightful party setup with candy, drinks, and decorations in pastel colors.

  Planning a baby shower for mom who is having a little girl? Then you need this list of 50+ baby shower themes for girls! Have you been stuck pondering, "what is a good theme?" There are so many themes to choose from, it can be hard to decide! Are you looking for something adorable and girly? Or maybe something a little more unique? No matter what you're looking for, we've got you covered. In this blog post, I will share 50 different baby shower themes for baby girls. This list includes everything from classic themes to more unique trendy options.   50+ Baby Shower Keep Reading

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Adorable Matching Big Sister + Little Sister Outfits

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Two white fabric squares embroidered with "Big Sister Ava Kate" and "Little Sister Palmer" in colorful, patchwork-style letters. The fabric squares, perfect for matching outfits, are placed on a distressed wooden surface with pink gingham and mint floral fabric, and a pink ribbon nearby.

  When I was pregnant with my second girl, all I could think about was how I would announce my pregnancy. Back then, there weren’t tons of options for t-shirts or dresses for my daughter to wear to announce her little sister’s arrival. But now there are so many options for a big sister outfit. You can not only get a cute top to announce your little one’s arrival, you can get a full set so big sis and little sis match once the baby arrives!   Cute Matching Big Sister & Newborn Sister Clothes  I think Etsy is the best place to find matching big sister, Keep Reading

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13+ Great Gifts for Second Babies & Their Moms

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A colorful graphic with the text "13+ BEST GIFTS for 2nd-Time MOMS-TO-BE" in bold, large fonts. In the top right corner, there's a circular logo that says "What Mommy Does." The background shows a person holding a baby, highlighting the best gifts for a second baby.

  Let's be honest: it can be hard to know what gift to buy for a second baby. This blog post is all about the best gifts for second babies (and their moms) because every baby (and every mom!) deserves to be celebrated! When a friend is pregnant with their first child, it seems like the possibilities are endless when it comes to gifts. Diapers, clothes, gadgets, and more are gifted with joy. There are ample opportunities to celebrate both baby and the new mom at baby showers, while the second child (and third, etc) rarely gets a shower of their Keep Reading

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10+ New Baby Gift Basket Ideas

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A pastel-themed image displays a white wicker basket filled with baby items like a pink onesie and toy, set against a soft background with clouds and baby decor. Text in the foreground reads "10+ Gift Basket Ideas for Newborns" in large pink and teal font.

  Celebrate the special moments in life with these thoughtful new baby gift basket ideas. Each of these ideas is filled with baby essentials and sentimental goodies that will make new parents feel loved! Discover beautiful baskets to purchase or to inspire your own creations.  If you have a baby shower on the horizon, you’re probably in search of the perfect gift to celebrate the new bundle of joy. So what do you get for a new baby?  Why, a gift basket, of course! Gift baskets are the best way to gift tons of new baby essentials that will make both parents and baby Keep Reading

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17+ Adorable Diaper Gift Ideas {Practical AND Fun to Give!}

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A pastel pink and blue diaper cake sits on a white board, flanked by pink and white rubber ducks. The text reads "17+ Adorable Diaper Gift Ideas" in bold letters, showcasing perfect diaper gift ideas for your next baby shower. A small circle in the top right corner says "What Mommy Does.

  In search of the perfect baby shower gift? Look no further than these adorable diaper gift ideas. Diaper cakes are a great way to gift ultra-practical diapers with a cute twist! Check out 17 creative displays that you can make or buy.    Want to give new parents gifts they’ll definitely use? Try making (or purchasing) a creative diaper cake! Wondering what on earth a diaper cake is? Diaper cakes are pretty displays of either cloth diapers, or disposable diapers rolled up into a tiered cake formation; this gift idea is ideal for any baby shower because Keep Reading

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Christmas Gifts For New Parents

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A festive image with beautifully wrapped presents in brown paper, adorned with greenery and pinecones. The text overlay reads "15+ perfect Christmas gifts for new parents" in red and green fonts. The website WhatMommyDoes.com is noted at the bottom.

  Has one of your friends or loved ones had a baby for the first time or after a long gap?  Get them something for Christmas that they will be able to use or a present that new parents actually want to receive during this special time.  Technology and fashion changes every day and there are always new and exciting gifts for newborn parents.    If the dad, mom or couple is coming to your house for Christmas you could go ahead and get a gift for them to use and have it set up and ready to go!  If your loved one is far away, send them a thoughtful Keep Reading

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13+ Best Keepsake Baby Gifts

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A cute plush teddy bear adorned with a bow tie sits among baby blankets and a wrapped gift. The image features text saying "Keepsake Baby Gifts" in glittery gold, blue, and pink letters. Background includes soft teddy bear illustrations.

  One thing I have found to be so true throughout motherhood has been --> Mothers of newborns need keepsake gifts!  The new parents may not realize it in the moment as they are learning and navigating life with their first baby or the even more challenging adaptation of going from one to two children, but you need to cherish these moments! You always think “oh I will remember that forever” and then you find yourself asking your spouse “what was it that child #1 said that one time that was so cute?”      When shopping for keepsakes for your own Keep Reading

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17+ Creative DIY Baby Shower Gifts

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A pregnant woman in a white dress is smiling, holding a pair of small baby shoes. The image is overlaid with text reading "17+ Creative DIY Baby Shower Gift Ideas" and includes the logo "What Mommy Does." In the background are pink and blue balloons. Perfect inspiration for diy baby shower gifts!

  If you need to find the perfect baby shower gift, why not make it at home? Making your own gift is easy, budget-friendly, and fun! I have creative DIY baby shower gifts that any parent would be happy to receive.  Handmade gifts are so exciting to give! I find that making something with your hands is one of the very best ways to show someone that you care. And what better occasion to show your love than at the celebration of a new baby? In this post, I’ve compiled 17 of the best DIY baby shower gifts for you to make right from home. I’ve also included links to Keep Reading

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What to Get a Newborn for Christmas {30+ Thoughtful Gift Ideas}

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A sleeping newborn baby and a sleeping puppy, both wearing Santa hats, are lying on a white blanket. Text reads: "Newborn Christmas gift ideas.

  The holiday season is upon us, and it’s time to start brainstorming your shopping list! If you're looking for the perfect newborn Christmas gift ideas, you’ve come to the right place. I have over 30 of the best baby gift ideas for you to put under the Christmas tree this year. Whether you’re shopping for a brand new baby under 1 month or a 6-month-old, this list has the right gifts for your needs. I also have the best gifts to help commemorate a newborn baby’s first Christmas with lasting keepsakes and personalized presents that are sure to wow! Make this Christmas one Keep Reading

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New Baby Congratulations – Pretty Cards to Send + Cute Message to Write

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printable baby shower card ideas with words "hello love" printed in a pink or blue circle

There’s nothing more exciting than the arrival of a new baby! Celebrate this special time with a meaningful greeting card to share your best wishes with the new parents. These new baby card ideas will help you pick the perfect card and show you exactly what to write inside! Though gifts are an amazing way to share excitement over a new baby, I find that a card is the most special part of the offering. It involves deep thought about how to best share your affection and well wishes. I truly believe that there is no better way to show that you care. Still, it can be hard for Keep Reading

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7 Thoughtful Non-Baby Gifts For New Moms

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The 7 best gifts for new moms that are not for the baby!

  If you are trying to buy a present for a new mom in your life, you might not be sure what to get her, asking yourself these questions -  What can I DO for a new mom? What do new moms NEED for themselves? Should you just buy something for the baby instead?  Just what IS a good gift for new moms?!    If you have never been a mom, these are great questions. If you have been a mom, I imagine you are rattling off a list of things you either received and loved or wish you had received right after you had your baby! 😉 I have been itching to create Keep Reading

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