No sooner than the baby arrived do the months fly by, and before you know it a Christening invitation may have hit the doormat.  This is often an exciting time for parents when they get their family and friends together to celebrate their child being welcomed into their church or faith.  Besides the religious aspects, it can be first time the parents have seen all their nearest and dearest to show off the baby since the birth.  If you have been invited you will want to choose christening gifts that will be appreciated and held onto.  Here are some ideas.

As a baby is far too young to understand what all the fuss is about you may choose to buy baby toys.  If you want to keep the religious theme in mind then choose stuffed animals which are associated with the Bible perhaps such as lambs, or animals that are mentioned in the Noah’s Ark story.

A snuggly blanket can be personalised and a cross added to celebrate the day.  If you want to make it extra meaningful, get the Christening date included also.

A keepsake may not be appreciated immediately by the baby but in years to come, they can look back with their parents on the special day.  These types of baby gifts, including pewter cups and ornaments, will be no doubt displayed in a treasured place and looked upon with great nostalgia.  Other ideas for keepsakes are silver boxes, snow globes, birth plates, keepsake shoes, memory books and picture frames.

Here at Born Gifted we have a wide selection of christening gifts to make the day really special.