This is such a unique idea for a shower gift for a mom-to-be or a present for a new mom. Future Oxygen Cards makes pendants that have flower seeds in them, so not only are they stylish and trendy, they’re very eco-friendly. Suggestions are to wear them during pregnancy, or during baby’s first year, then plant the flowers as a reminder of that special time in you and your child’s life. The Hope Pendant is just one of many designs available, and is filled with beautiful wildflower seeds. It sells for $14.95, and you can view all of the options available at FutureOxygen.com.

Little Ella Bug creates pendants from recycled silver that carry an imprint of your little one’s fingerprint. This is such a special gift idea for a new mom. Made of fine silver that is recycled and organic, it’s also eco-friendly. After you email the company, you will be sent a molding kit to capture your little one’s fingerprint, with a postage-paid envelope for its return. Once they receive the fingerprint, the pendant is created, and shipped to you in about a week. The price for this unusual gift is just $55. If you’re interested, go to LittleEllaBug.com and follow the directions to order.

Here’s a great gift for a favorite mom friend, or a treat for yourself. This Lucky Star necklace by Isabelle Grace Jewelry features a handmade 1 inch silver star pendant that can be personalized on front and/or back (some moms appreciate having their children’s birthdates engraved on the back) and then charms and/or birthstones representing mom’s kids can be added to the necklace. Mini tags can also be added, and personalized, as shown in the above photo. You can purchase this special necklace for $115 at IsabelleGraceJewelry.com.

This sweet little Heartfelt Mushroom Pendant from Gifts Define is perfect for the little fairy princess who loves nature as much as playing dress up. It is made with felt so it is light-weight, and appropriate for children of any age. Lots of fun colors are available. You can purchase one for $16 at giftsdefine.com. Or, if you are crafty, it looks like you could make one pretty easily. It would make a great gift, or a great party craft.

Here is a truly unique product: the HeartString Baby’s Companion is designed as a breastfeeding aid, pendant, and teether, all in one. It is a touchable, tuggable, teethable product you can wear and baby can enjoy during breastfeeding, as a teether, or just as another way to bond with baby. When feeding or breastfeeding, it’s designed to keep baby’s interest where it belongs - at the breast. Likewise, Dad can wear it around his neck at feeding time to keep continuity between Mom feeding and Dad feeding, and also to keep baby interested. HeartString Baby’s Companion is non-toxic, containing no BPA, phthalates, PVC, lead or latex. It comes in a drawstring pouch, and is available in a number of colors. You can purchase one for $27.95 CAD (about $24 USD) at HeartStringCompanions.com. It would also make a great gift idea for a new parent.

Iceing on Top is a line of fine children’s jewelry created by mother/entrepreneur Chesley Fields and mom/gemologist/private jeweler Shella Eckhouse. Made of 14K yellow, white, and rose gold, these pieces of jewelry are exquisite, yet dainty enough for smaller hands, wrists, and necks. I particularly like this Heart Iceing Pendant Necklace. Made of a 14K rose gold faceted heart on a 14K rose gold cable chain, which is available in 14″ and 18″ lengths, it looks to me like the perfect gift of her first “good” jewelry for a little girl. At $295, it definitely isn’t meant to play with. Matching pieces are also available. You can view this and all of the other styles of jewelry available at IceingOnTop.com.

While these Boy & Girl Diamond Pendants by Sydney Evan might not have the “bling” appeal of the ones by Marie-Chantal reviewed here, these would make very nice Mother’s Day gifts as well. Each pendant is made of 14K yellow gold set with a full-cut diamond with a weight of .01 carat. The chain measures 16 1/2 inches long, and, best of all, this gift is made in the USA. You can purchase the Girl or Boy Pendant for a much more reasonable price of $99.99 (down from $194.95) at RedEnvelope.com. This would be a great Mother’s Day gift for a new mom, your own mom, or even a new grandmother.

Here’s the ultimate Mother’s Day gift if you have money to burn. Marie-Chantal is selling these Diamond Pendants in Girl or Boy form especially for Mother’s Day. Each is approximately 0.45 carats in white or yellow gold. Priced at $1350.00, this would be the perfect gift for a new mother, but I’m sure you can find one that’s less expensive and just as nice. For a closer look, visit Marie-Chantal.com.

This modern, funky-looking elephant necklace made by Rooster NYC makes me wish they carried one in an adult size! Fashionable little girls everywhere will be wearing this unique piece of jewelry, consisting of a double-strand necklace made of cotton with an orange plastic elephant hanging in the center. At just $32, it makes a great gift idea for a special little girl. You can purchase it at artebebe.com.

I’ve seen a lot of mommy pendants online, in stores, and in magazines, but this one could quite possibly be my favorite. This sterling silver pendant by Mommy Jewelry, which is approximately the size of a quarter, looks really elegant and the personalization is very subtle. This would make a wonderful Mother’s Day gift or present for a new mommy. It can be personalized with wording of your choice. One example on the website is to have your child’s name, date of birth and birth weight inscribed onto it. Your wording rotates around the circle and names or dates can be separated using a dot or a heart.  This pendant is not bulky at all so it could be worn all the time.

The pendant is $36.00 at MommyJewelry.com. You can purchase a chain too, which vary from $18.00 - $24.00. They also have a $5.00 coupon you can use at checkout.  I think this is a lovely sentimental piece and who knows, maybe my husband will get the hint?

When I was pregnant with my son, my best friend gave me a beautiful silver pendant on a chain. On the pendant was engraved a cameo-like image of a mother and baby. I wore it almost every day throughout my pregnancy, and still enjoy wearing it today. This “You Grow in My Heart” pendant and chain by Baptism Baby looks much like it, which is why it caught my eye. This piece of jewelry, however, is not for mom but for baby. The heart on the sterling silver pendant turns into a mother’s arms holding her precious child. It comes with an 18″ sterling silver chain with a lobster claw clasp.

This could also be worn by a mother, while the baby is still small, and then handed down to the child when she’s old enough to take care of it. It comes in its own gift pouch for safekeeping. You can purchase this beautiful gift at BaptismBaby.com, where it sells for $69.

Dads need a way to “brag” about baby too and this Birth Necklace is a fun way for dad to share about his new love. As a mom, I don’t think I gave my husband enough opportunities to share in the everyday baby-tasks. I would usually be worn out by the end of the day and be complaining to my husband, but I didn’t ask him for help.

Studies have shown that when a baby comes into the family, it puts a strain on a married couple’s relationship. A high percentage of couples actually divorce soon after the first child. Experts say that marriages in which the husband shared in the care and feeding of the new baby on a regular basis have much higher odds of staying married and of building a closer and stronger relationship.

Let your husband know he’s needed for the baby’s sake, for your sake, and for your marriage’s sake. Dad’ are often not given enough credit for their importance in raising children. They are a vital part of the mix and should be encouraged by us moms to take part - which means we moms have to learn to let go a little and trust our guys.

The Birth Necklace for Dad by Julian & Co. is a handcrafted sterling silver dog tag pendant, 3/4″ x 9/16″ on an 18″ chain or on a black adjustable leather cord. You can also choose to add a birthstone charm or select larger pendants at an additional cost. The necklace comes packaged in a flannel pouch in a box with satin ribbon and note card. (In the above photo, two pendants are shown to show both sides of the pendant).

You can buy this unique piece of jewelry for Dad for $76.49 at NaturesBabyBlankets.com.

If your baby is teething, you know how important it is to have a safe teether around when you need it.  That is the idea behind these great necklaces from Smart Moms.  Already embraced by celebrity parents such as Denise Richards and Tori Spelling, these necklaces look great–you would never guess that the “stones” are actually cleverly-disguised teethers.

I really like the look of this gold metallic version, which will be released soon (its estimated release date is 9/22/08).  You can purchase one for a very reasonable $19.10 at smartmomjewelry.com.  Best of all the mom-founded company gives a portion of its profits to charity.

Perfect for a daddy to give to a mommy who has just birthed their child, this small Parent and Child Pendant is made with Sterling Silver (but there are many other plating and size options.) One can even add family birthstones to the pendant, making it a more colorful piece with even more family significance.

However, it is also lovely just as it is. It comes in pin form as well, should one not prefer a necklace pendant. I like the simple beauty of a parent wrapping loving arms around baby; it implies protection and adoration, just the emotions parents feel toward their babies.

It’s not tacky in any way, but elegant and meaningful. The Parent and Child sterling silver pendant sells for $56.00, a reasonable price for a charming gift. Find your perfect price and perfect pendant at theparentandchild.com. There are many to choose from.

The Bola Musical Pregnancy Pendant is an innovative idea used during pregnancy and after baby is born. As it hangs low enough for baby to hear its gentle chiming (as mama moves around) in the womb, it is said to calm baby after birth as well, because of its familiar sound. Available in an array of designs, colors, and finishes, I like the simplicity of the egg shaped silver plated version. Easy to match to any outfit and certainly a conversation piece, it’s priced at $35.99. Consider it as a sophisticated piece for yourself or as a gift from babysbestdesigns.com.