There are plenty of burp cloth sets to choose from, but this Pink-Leopard Burp Set by Darling Droolers has a designer look that makes it a lovely baby shower gift. Include this set in your layette gift basket or wrap them up with a book on feeding and burping your baby. Old Fashioned Baby Care: A Parent’s Guide to Burping, Bathing… by Ruby Wright and Carrie Carmichael is an example of a how-to book for new moms that would be a just-right addition to the Burp Set by Darling Droolers.

Visit Libelullacreations.com to view this set, which is priced at $28 and comes in a variety of stylish prints and colors.

If you love the bold designs of Marimekko, check out this great mug and bowl set.  Made especially for kids, the set includes a functional bowl and mug decorated in Marimekko’s popular Unikko pattern designed by Maija Isola.  This European-made set is sure to be a favorite with children because of its eye-popping colors and pattern.  Parents will love its appearance, too, along with the fact that it is both dishwasher and microwave safe.  What more could you ask?

You can purchase this set on sale for $29.95 at Oliebollen.com.  I think it would make a fun gift, and I know a lot of adults who would love to won it too.

This Wooden Chest of Treasures measures 18″x8″x13″H which means it’s sized to fit on top of baby’s changing table or chest of drawers for easy access to baby items. Made by Baby Gift Creations, the 6 cloth-lined wicker baskets are included and come filled with the following layette items: 3 100% Cotton blankets, a Lamb snugly, onesie, hat & booties, 3 burp pads, 8 washcloths and 3 terry toys - making this Wooden Chest of Treasures a great baby shower gift.

I know that I would appreciate all the lovely items but I’d already be thinking of how best I could use the chest and baskets for storage. My first choice would be to set this chest on or near the changing table where I could fill the the baskets with diapering essentials.

You can view this treasure chest at BabyBoyStyle.com . The Wooden Chest of Treasures is priced at $145 and is delivered already gift wrapped.

If you have a messy eater on your hands, as most parents do at one time or another, check out these great full-coverage bibs from Bibbies.  Not only do these bibs provide amazing coverage–protecting your child’s clothes from spills and smears all the way around–but they are quite cute, too.

Bibbies are designed with comfort in mind.  Unlike some rigid plastic bibs, they are made from double-sided quilted fabric, so they are soft for your child, and super-absorbent. When your child is done eating, just throw the bib in the washer and dryer.  It makes a great art smock, too!  You can purchase one for $34.95 at MyBellySprout.com.  A number of great designs are available for both boys and girls.

La Plates offers a fun way to add a personalized touch to holidays, birthdays, or even ordinary days.  You pick the background and personalize the plate with your child’s name, initials, etc.  There are many fun designs to choose from.  I like this cheerful holiday plate, which seems to me like it would be a great way to start a new tradition–special plates for each member of the family that only come out once a year.  Birthday-themed plates are also available.  No matter what your style, there is something to suit you, from very feminine, to very masculine styles, and many gender-neutral styles in between.

The company’s fun dinnerware has made them a favorite with celebrity moms such as Jennifer Garner, Denise Richards, and Tori Spelling.  The company has also been featured in Life & Style and HomeDesign magazines.  You can get in on the fun for $20 a plate at LaPlates.com.

With my due date looming, I’m realizing that it is time to start thinking about nursing clothes (and, of course, concealing that post-baby belly until I can get back in shape).  I just came across this great nursing top by Mayreau, and it seems to fit my needs perfectly.  I love the deep chocolate color, which I find flatters most women.  Dark colors, of course, are also slimming, a great option in those first few months.

The design of the top is great for nursing. The crossover neck can be pushed aside to allow for easy nursing access, which makes it as practical as it is stylish. The high waist and low skirt are very forgiving of a post-baby tummy.

You can purchase one of these great shirts for $62 at MamasAndMunchkins.com.  It is available in S, M or L sizes.