Christening Gifts

Traditionally, money or jewelry was usually given as christening gifts. Although these gifts are still given today, most christening gifts encompass gift certificates, purchases from baby gift registries online and items such as christening outfits and accessories.

Among other more practical gifts are framed photos of the christening along with a matching pewter cup; sterling silver frame, cross, and rosary; personalized birth certificate holders, crystal angel figurines; personalized photo albums; christening bibs and blanket sets; and of course, baptism bracelets.

While most christening clothing was crocheted by our grandmothers such as blankets, sweaters, hats, and booties; today, high-end priced clothing are among the types of christening gifts given which include cashmere booties, hat, and sweater as well as cashmere blankets.

Although christening clothing was geared to the gender of the baby, today christening gifts are more personalized such as clothing or blankets with the baby’s name on it.

So too, you can have a star named after the baby through the International Star Registry and receive a certificate suitable for framing as well as a teddy bear for the little one.

More importantly, however, online gift registries are not only utilized, but have become a new medium in christening gifts. It enables moms and dads to choose gifts they need, without having to worry about exchanging or returning them. Indeed, for those who cannot find a proper gift for a christening, online gift registries are ideal. It allows the giver to choose the amount they wish to spend, select one or more items listed, and have the gifts beautifully wrapped to the occasion.

When you ask your mom or dad about your baptism day, it was pretty much a small celebration at the parent’s home with family and a few friends. Today, christenings have emerged into an event not unlike a bridal shower or wedding. Therefore, it allows the parents to invite everyone in the family including friends to celebrate a very special occasion. Thus, having a baby registry for christening gifts is not only practical but ensures whatever gifts are given are those that have been specifically chosen by the parents.

Traditional gifts have not entirely been lost in the transition as many gifts still consist of blessed rosaries, gold crosses on necklaces, as well as crosses which can be hung above the baby’s crib. In addition, specific sainted medals are given as christening gifts as well some of which are pinned to the baby’s christening blanket and are blessed then placed on a chain and hung on baby’s crib.

Christening gifts, while they have changed over the years, are the first gifts parents will receive for their newborn and will always hold special meaning for all concerned.