Baptism Gifts

Where To Begin

You really have a wide variety of choices when it comes to baptism or christening gifts. You can visit a local gift shop or department store, and you can also order online. Gifts can range in price from a few dollars to several hundred, so there's something for just about everyone's budget. Before you purchase, you might want to narrow your choices somewhat. Consider the following questions:

• Is the baby a boy or a girl?
• How much do you really want to spend?
• Would you consider jewelry as an option for a baby girl?
• Do you want something that is gender neutral?
• Do you love quaint items, or do you favor more traditional choices?
• Do you prefer gold, silver, or pewter?

Jewelry Choices

Jewelry continues to be a popular baptism gift choice, and many parents prefer this option for their baby girls. There are many different jewelry options, such as the following:

Bracelets

Baptismal bracelets are very popular, and they make wonderful gifts for little girls. Here again, you can spend a little or a lot. Not sure what type of bracelet to buy? Consider the following choices:

• Pearl bracelets-Pearls are beautiful, but if you don't want to spend a lot of money, then consider simulated pearls instead.
• Silver charm bracelets-This is a great option. As the baby grows into a young girl and later a young woman, links and charms can be added to commemorate every occasion in her life!
• Bangle bracelets-Either sterling silver or gold make a beautiful bracelet. For a more personalized feature, have the date of the baby's christening or birth engraved on the inside of the band.

Necklaces

• Lockets-Always a popular choice, lockets can be ordered in silver or gold, and the child's name and birth date or baptismal date can be engraved inside or on the back.
• Hearts-She's the love of her parents life, so choosing a heart necklace in gold or silver is an excellent choice for a baptismal gift.
• Pearl-Pink or white freshwater pearls make a lovely heirloom that will be treasured for generations to come.

Pins

While the baby might not wear a baptismal pin until she is older, pins make wonderful keepsakes of this special day.

• Patron saints-Baptismal pins often feature saints, signifying protection and love of the baby throughout her life.
• Crosses-Other pins are given in the form of crosses with a small plaque at the top which can be engraved.

Boy or Girl Baptism Gifts

Struggling to find a baptism gift that isn't totally feminine? Check out these ideas!

• Picture frames-This is a great option, and it's functional, too! The frame can hold a photo of the special day or the baptismal certificate.
• Shadow box-A shadow box is perfect for preserving all of those keepsakes from the big day, including the invitation, favor, and precious pictures, too.
• Keepsake box-Mementos of that perfect day can be safely stored in a beautiful keepsake box for years to come.
• Books-Personalized books and embossed Bibles are always great to give!
• Rosary set-Rosary sets typically include a beautiful rosary, cross, and even a picture frame.
• Personalized crosses-These can be made out of silver, pewter, gold, or even wood, and are personalized with baby's name and the date of the christening.
• Crib medal-Most of these feature guardian angels, and they look lovely hanging from baby's crib.

Where To Buy

While of course you can visit any of the local gift shops in your area, you might also want to check out the following Websites:

• Find Gift
• Catholic Shopper
• Ivy Rose Gifts
• Simply Kid Stuff
• Adorable Baby Gifts

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• Baptism Gowns
• Baptism Invitation Wording
• Christening