The first thing to think about when buying a baby blanket is how much money you have to spend. Come up with a basic budget for yourself. This helps narrow the selection some baby blankets are surprisingly costly and gives you a starting point.
The color of the blanket is important when buying for a baby. If it is a boy, you may want to stick with a boyish color such as blue or green, whereas if you know it is a girl you can get pink, yellow or another bright and pretty color. On the other hand, if the sex of the baby is unknown, you may want to stick with a unisex color such as green, yellow or white.
Also, think about the size and dimensions of the blanket. There is nothing worse than getting a blanket home to find out it is much larger or smaller than you were hoping for. Especially if it is not for a newborn, you want the blanket to be a bit larger so it will fit comfortably over the baby. You should see the measurements of the blanket listed clearly on the packaging. If the package is zipped or buttoned the best idea is to take the blanket right out of the packaging to see exactly what size it is.
With these pointers in mind you can enjoy shopping for a baby blanket and feel much more comfortable choosing one. Baby blankets are a staple for any new parent and this is the perfect present for you or someone you know who is having a baby.
