Free Baby Gifts - or Almost Free

Baby gifts are easy to find. Every mall is filled with ideas. Type the words “baby gift” into a search engine and you get additional ideas. The problem arises when you want something different. Different and unique baby gifts can be expensive. At the end of the day, though, a baby gift should show your interest and thoughtfulness more than the amount of money you spent.

With a little thought, you can give free baby gifts! You can give something unique and unusual - and it’s easy!

Ideas for Free or Almost Free Baby Gifts

When thinking of a baby gift, think first of the needs of the new mother and father. You might even make a list of them. Then think of skills you have that might supply one or more needs. Here are 7 ideas:

1. Need photos of the baby - you are skilled at composing, taking, and printing great digital photos. That skill could produce a baby gift.

2. Need babysitting service - you are reliable, good at caring for children, and can be available evenings. Another great baby gift.

3. Need a scrapbook of the new baby - you love scrapbooking, can do digital scrapbooking, and have many ideas. Memorable baby gift.

4. Need a beauty makeover - you have learned to cut and style hair, as well as apply makeup. Gift for the new mother!

5. Need someone to help around the house for a few days or weeks - you are a good housekeeper, and actually enjoy cleaning.

6. Need someone to entertain older children after school for a couple of days - you have children of your own, can pick up and entertain hers.

7. Need someone to cook for a few days - you are an excellent cook, and would enjoy catering in special meals for the family.

Selecting Your Baby Gift

Once you have a list, pick out the baby gift that most appeals to you. Does it qualify as free or almost free? For example:

* If you already own a digital camera and computer, you can easily take photos of the baby and family for the first month or even a year. Upload them to your computer, and burn a CD. The CD will cost only pennies, but your baby gift is worth a fortune in memories.

* If you really do love digital scrapbooking, the same applies. You can spend time enjoying your craft, and produce a unique baby gift. You can scan photos and memorabilia such as baby footprints. Add cute paper and embellishments. When you are done, burn a CD for a few pennies.

Presenting Your Baby Gift

A baby gift such as this should be presented just as carefully as any baby gift. Don’t just tell the mother what you are offering to do. Make it official - and make it pretty. Write a brief note, explaining your gift. Put it in an envelope, and take time to write the name in your best script. If you are artistic, sketch a small picture on the envelope.

A baby gift that has so much of you in it will be appreciated for years.