Baby blankets are also a good choice for those looking to give a gift at a baby shower. No mother wants to receive multiple stuffed bears for their infant - they're all the same and they take up too much room. Blankets, however, are extremely useful, especially when a baby is young.
One popular type of blankets are fleece baby blankets. Fleece is an ideal choice because it feels soft next to baby's skin - like felt or velvet. Anything that feels good next to delicate baby skin is surely a good thing. It also does a wonderful job of keeping baby warm and comforted; cold nights aren't a worry at all. Fleece blankets are durable as well, so they'll last as baby gets older.
It's important to have multiple blankets because they are bound to be washed often, whether it's because the baby spit up or because something was spilled. Fleece should be dried at a low temperate to retain its softness. A high temperate is likely to damage the fabric. If it's possible to air dry the blanket, that's even better. To avoid stains, soiled areas should be treated as quickly as possible with dishwashing liquid.
Baby blankets can also be extremely unique; each one is a different color or has a different pattern or texture. Blankets can be embroidered, too, which would help make a baby gift more unique. Another idea to make a blanket gift stand out is to wrap it with a pretty ribbon or complimentary bow. You could even use the blanket to wrap up another gift- no wasted wrapping paper!
