Baby Boy Baptism Gift

Need advice for choosing the perfect baptism gift for a baby boy? Whether you’ve been granted the honor of becoming the boy’s godparent or are a close friend of the family who will witness the special event, choosing the right baptism gift can be quite difficult to do.

Know about baptism
Most people associate the rite of baptism to Christians, although other religions such as Sikhism and Mandaeanism also have this ritual of using water as a means of spiritual purification. The origin of the Christian baptism is also from the mikvah, a Jewish ritual.

So as you can see, baptism is an important day in the life of many individuals. If you know what baptism means to a particular couple and their baby boy, you’ll be better informed to choose the right baptism gifts. Here are some recommendations:

Find a gift that will be appreciated long after the baptism.
One of the most common baptism gifts for babies regardless of gender is a personalized Bible. However, personalized items can only be unique if no one else has the same idea, so don’t be surprised if you find two or three other personalized Bibles side-by-side yours on the gift table during the reception.

Why not buy something that will commemorate the special occasion instead? A hand-crafted baby plate, for example, is a lovely gift for a baby boy on his baptism. You can choose a design you like and personalize it with your own unique sentiment hand-painted and preserved on the plate. It’s a long lasting gift that will serve as a reminder of a special event for years to come.

Another thoughtful baptism gift for a baby boy is a frame that will hold his christening certificate or baptismal photo. Choose sturdy frames in silver or other metals to hold the memento safely. Sturdy frames are wonderful baptism gifts not only because they can secure a treasured item but also because they offer multi-purpose use.

Give a baptism gift that can be used on the day itself.
A great baptism gift for a baby boy would be his own christening gown. It’s a thoughtful gift, something even his parents will thank you for. Christening gowns come in many styles, designs and colors, although the most common is white or pearl. Simply find out the baby boy’s size and choose his christening gown for him.

You can also give a tailored baby bonnet in Irish linen or silk or any fabric that will look coordinated with the baby’s christening gown. Most mothers appreciate having their baby boy’s head covered before and after the baptism and a nice bonnet will also look quite adorable on the child.

Give a baptism gift that will teach him to be a good child when he grows up.
Who wouldn’t want to have a baby boy grow up to be a responsible citizen of his community and of the world? Start him young with baptism gifts that can teach him good, useful values.

A great baptism gift would be Christian-inspired CDs and DVDs. The Bibleman Adventure, for example, is a series of video entertainment that offers both action and value-formation in highly enjoyable format that will be enjoyed by the whole family. Another wonderful baptism gift for a baby boy would be Veggie Tales, another series featuring some great-looking animated characters. This series packs humor, values and imagination in unforgettable stories.

Or, give a baptism gift of good reads for that special baby boy. Christian baby books make good bedside reading and are great for helping a grown baby learn how to read as well. Some titles you might want to check out: David Walters’ Being a Christian, Debby Anderson’s Jesus Loves Me and Angela Elwell’s The Tale of Three Trees.