Do you have a friend or family member who's having twins? A twins baby shower gift can be twice as nice, and still not break your budget. Think in twos when buying your gift. For example, a baby bouncer or play mat will only fit one bundle of joy, and the expectant mother will need twice the cloth diapers and receiving blankets. However, some items will fit the bill for both twins, such as books or a rug for the nursery.
A few useful and economical ideas include:
White baby t-shirts or snap-front kimonos in packages of 2-4.
A package of receiving blankets in pastel colors.
A mixed basket including pacifiers, teething toys, ointments, etc.
A large-size wicker clothes hamper.
Packages of bibs.
Baby bath towels.
Bottles
Two car window shades.
Nursery decorations, such as wall hangings.
Two, "All About Me" Baby Books.
Books for home library.
A package of bath toys.
A voucher for two or three hours of free babysitting...courtesy of you!
If you're a close family member, you probably won't mind spending a little more. Alternatively, consider going in on a larger gift with a friend or two. Suggestions for more expensive shower gifts include the following:
Double Stroller
Two High Chairs
Two Car Seats
Two Sets of Bedding
Two Baby Bath Tubs
Two Excersaucers
Two Cribs
Two Bouncy Seats
Two Playpens
Boy, Girl or Both
If you know the gender of the babies, choosing a gift can be even easier.
Knowing the sexes can make for more personalized gifts. For example, "All About Me" books can be individualized. If Mom and Dad have chosen names, you can personalize the books with name plaques.
Try to get gifts that, while geared toward one gender, can be equally interesting to the other. The newborn twins will be sharing nearly everything and handling the same toys and books. Toys for either gender include sports equipment, stuffed animals, blocks, books, and bath toys.
Your twins' baby shower gift need not be overly elaborate or expensive in order to be thoughtful. Think about what any new mom wants and needs, and see if one gift fits that bill for two babies. If not, buy two! Refer to the expectant mother's baby shower gift registry for more gift ideas.
