What are some of the best gifts to give at a baby shower?

It is normal to bring gifts for the baby like clothing, toys, mobiles and bedding. Try to find out what the prefered styles and colour options of the parent are first with clothing and bedding, small soft toys, baby towels and blankets are generally safe if you don't know the person too well. If you are a close friend or family then a present that can be kept until the baby is older like a photo frame, silver teething ring, silver necklace.

Its ok to bring gifts for the new mum either as well or instead of gifts for baby, normally these are pampering gifts like flowers, chocolate, nice quality toiletries, favorite alcohol if she is not breast feeding (she hasn't been able to drink in 9 months!) or whatever her favorite treat is. Generally, gifts to make her feel good about herself are a great way of ensuring she doesn't get the "baby blues". Everyone will want to give the new arrival presents but people can forget about the new mum.