Having a baby is so very exciting. Shopping for someone elses baby can be just as fun and exciting! Some people love the hunt for a unique baby gift and search for the perfect item that will receive plenty of oohhhs and ahhhs at any baby shower.

Unfortunately, finding unique baby shower gifts can be challenging. Here are four ideas and recommendations to finding a gift that will be different from all the others opened.

1. Shop at specialty boutiques. There are so many wonderful baby and childrens boutiques featuring very unusual gifts. Many offer one-of-a-kind gifts that will get that extra ahhh. For an easier time finding a specialty childrens store, shop online at one of many online childrens stores that specialize in unique gifts for babies.

2. Find a baby store (online or off) that will personalize or customize a standard gift. By adding the babys name, birthday, or nickname, this gift will not only be unique to the recipient but also a treasured keepsake. From the baby blanket, a layette, teddy bears, to a silver rattle or ornament, the possibilities are endless and many stores specialize in personalized baby products.

3. Try shopping at juried craft shows, bizarres, and farmers markets. Often the artists at these venues can create amazing products that are often one-of-a-kind, handcrafted, funky, and unique. Very often by talking to the artist, a gift can be customized for the baby in the nurserys color, theme, or the family tastes.

4. If you have talent and time, try making a baby gift yourself. There are many ideas online as well as great resources at bookstores and your local library. Some of these gifts can be as easy as a fabric covered scrapbook matching babys nursery, a cross stitched ornament, or a time capsule of news clippings, photographs, letters, or arts and crafts.

With a little bit of searching and persistence, finding unique baby gifts can be fun and exciting. New mothers will truly appreciate a unique baby gift that you have picked out with care. And whats more, by choosing a special gift for a baby shower, your love and care for the mother and her new baby will be apparent.