Great Baby Shower Hostess Gifts

The presents have been opened, the guests have left and a good time was had by all. Those last few hours are over but not the cherished memories. So now what? If you want to express your gratitude for your hostess's hard work, be sure to bring along a baby shower hostess gift.

The rules of etiquette don't mandate a baby shower hostess gift. Therefore the choice is yours. But when you consider how much time and effort your hostess put into your baby shower, a small token of gratitude seems appropriate. Here are a few inexpensive gift ideas any hostess will appreciate.

Scented candles or sachets

A baby shower hostess gift of scented candles or sachets is a gift any hostess will love. If your hostess has a favorite scent, chose that. If a holiday is approaching, a holiday scent might be appropriate. If in doubt, choose scents that relax like lavender or chamomile.

Spa treatments

You don't need to book time at an upscale spa to show your appreciation. Instead, gather together some bath salts, body lotions and decorative soaps. Then deliver this simple baby shower hostess gift along with a warm hug. She'll probably use this gift the moment she gets home!

Chocolate

Few women can resist chocolate which is why it's the perfect baby shower hostess gift. Go ahead and splurge a little on this fine delicacy. You won't regret it and neither will your hostess. It's appropriate for a male hostess, too.

Gift Certificate

If you're not close to your hostess, as often happens with baby showers held at the office, a token of appreciation is still a good idea. In this situation a gift certificate to practically anywhere is an appropriate baby shower hostess gift. Plants, picture frames (with the promise of a picture from the festivities) or a simple gift basket are also good ideas. In this situation, it's not the gift but the thought that counts most.