This is a beautiful gift set that includes one Avocado Damask nursing cover, one Pink & Cocoa Damask bamboo blanket, and three sets of two burp cloths in Avocado Damask. You might try to find a way to just mention that Nicole Kidman received this eco-friendly gift bag for the birth of little Sunday Rose.

The Itzy Rizty Bitzy Burper Summer Rose Gift Bag can be viewed at sandboxcouture.com where it is priced at $130. I think this is an all-around great gift for baby’s shower because it includes several terrific features: it’s made fro eco-friendly materials, the blanket is made from bamboo products which are much more baby-friendly for keeping baby cool and comfortable, the set includes a matching nurser and it’s Damask.

Blankets designed specifically for swaddling were just starting to appear on the market when I had my soon to be middle daughter a few years ago.  At that point, I bought the most commonly-available brand.  I liked the idea and the convenience, but I wasn’t crazy about the synthetic fabric, which made me a little nervous and looked pretty worn after only one washing.  I also didn’t like the velcro fasteners, which looked like they would be uncomfortable for my little one.  To make a long story short, I bought several, and ended up giving one away unopened to a friend.

This time around, I’m going a different route.  This swaddling wrap from Merino Kids/Cocooi is a huge step forward from what we used last time.  Its 100% merino wool fiber is blissfully soft, and designed to help your little one regulate his or her own body temperature so that s/he feels snug and secure without overheating.  Moreover, because the wrap has a lot of natural elasticity, it grows with your baby from birth to approximately three months.  Best of all, there are no velcro strips or complicated fasteners.

I am very excited to use this swaddling wrap with my new daughter very soon.  You can purchase a wrap for your own little one for $49.99 at babysleepbags.com.  It is available in several color choices, and would make a great shower gift.

If you aren’t planning to use a bumper in your crib, buying a nice crib quilt is a good way to get a high-end look without paying for something you won’t be able to use.  This George crib quilt from Olli and Lime caught my eye for that very reason.  Made from 100% organic cotton, this piece features a fresh, modern design in lime and chocolate.  It is very gender-neutral, and would be easy to match with solid colored sheets and a crib skirt, to create a complete look.  I can envision a lot of great nursery accessories that would match as well.

When your child outgrows a crib, this quilt is also a perfect fit for a toddler bed.  Even though my two year old is now in a twin bed, she still uses her crib quilt for daycare.  You will definitely get a lot of use out of one of these great quilts.  You can purchase one for $120 at tinydecor.com.  Even adding in sheets and a crib skirt, you will spend less than you would on many sets.

If you’re looking for the ultimate shower or new baby gift for a baby boy, look no further. This Deluxe Welcome Wagon has the rest of them beat, hands down. Made by Baby Gift Creations, it features a wagon measuring 24″x10″x23″ H filled with sports-themed gifts, including a terry velour bathbag, hooded terry towel, receiving blanket, undergarment, terry bib and burp pad, plush teddy bear, baseball cap, embroidered hat, brush and comb set, two soft toys, pacifier, rattle, and an 8 oz. bottle. You can add to that (for an extra charge) a sportsball cover-up, daywear, and/or gown.

It also comes gift-wrapped, to make gift giving that much easier. At $135, this is definitely not your run-of-the-mill baby gift. You can view and purchase the Deluxe Welcome Wagon at BabyGiftCreations.com.

Here is a silly, yet practical shower gift that is sure to delight any parent-to-be.  Designed to look like a pizza, this “snack” is really a set of very useful items that will come in handy for a new baby.  The Baby Pizza Lover Gift Set includes a receiving blanket, a hooded towel, an embroidered bib, 4 washcloths, 2 pairs of booties, a teether, and a fork and spoon.  Made by Bliss Living, this is one gift that is sure to get a lot of attention.  It comes pre-wrapped for easy gift-giving.

You can purchase one of these sets for $58 at BlissLiving.com.  An equally cute “hoagie” is also available for the same price.

The Baby Lovie blanket, designed to be soft enough for newborns, is made by SwaddleDesigns. It features a soft, fuzzy side with a satin border and a satin back. The manufacturer recommends keeping the blanket with Mom or Dad for a few hours before giving to baby, as this will encourage bonding.

The blanket measures 14″ x 14″, is machine washable, and is made in the USA. It comes in pink, blue, or lime, and sells for $16 at PeppyParents.com. This blanket would make a great baby shower gift.