A lasting keepsake with a baby's name and date of birth make a unique baby gift. Many retailers on the internet offer blankets and pillows woven with a photograph of the baby in the material. Furniture and jewelry are also popular choices, as are stuffed toys, silver frames and tiny spoons and bowls. Almost any item can be turned into personalized gifts.

Take the personalized theme on the road and have everyone meet at a paint-your-own pottery studio. The new family and guests can each make a special piece such as a plate, cookie jar, or commemorative item. The guests will love to participate in this idea. Any of these items will make a unique baby gift. When their creations are done, the guests present the family with a personalized gift, a complete set of custom baby dinnerware, and lots of smiles.

The new mother might live far away from most of her friends and relatives in a new area, making a personalized seem impossible. With today's electronic age, here's a great idea: A video event could be the perfect answer for a touching time between friends. Friends and family can get together to show off their gifts and give a special message in front of the video camera. Gifts can be mailed afterwards, and the video tape as well.

Another type of personalized idea is the welcoming shower, a wonderful opportunity for special gifts. A welcoming shower is a held after the baby is born rather than before the baby arrives. Some cultures believe that it is bad luck to have a party before the baby arrives, and many parents don't want to put a jinx on the birth. In some respects, the welcoming shower can provide a lot more opportunity for both unique and practical gifts.

Whatever type of personalized you choose, it is sure to be a big hit. Whether you hold the before or after the baby is born, you can still find many unique baby gift ideas that will touch the hearts of the new parents. What gives the event a personal touch is that you created it!