Jewelry

If baby is a little girl, matching daughter and mother-to-be bracelets is a great option. You can find these in a wide price range and materials. In addition to buying matching jewelry, special pieces can also be made. With this baby gift, it would be wonderful for a newborn christening or even for an adopted child of any age.

Crystal

Crystal has become a very popular gift idea. Some crystal is very affordable but made to last a lifetime.

•Video tapes or DVDs are nice in that she can watch her favorite television shows or movies while still getting rest needed.

•A day spa certificate to include massage, facial, pedicure, and manicure for after her baby is born would provide her with something to look forward to but you might also go in with other people in having a reflexologist or masseuse come to her.

•Care package for after birth, again to help her think about future. This could include a trip to beauty parlor, dinner out with her husband or friend, housecleaning service for two to four weeks, three to six-month supply of diapers, and so on.

•Body lotion, perfume, balloons, flowers, and other similar things are always nice to help brighten room and put her in a better mood while waiting for her new bundle of joy to arrive.