Last updated on October 26th, 2020 at 11:14 pm
Won’t lie—if I didn’t have Sarah making sure our wedding and baby registries were on point, our kids would be walking around naked, and our dining room flatware wouldn’t be nearly as nice. Stereotypes be damned—I’m not that good a planner, and you need to dot all the i’s and cross all the t’s whether you’re throwing the shower… or you’re the one in the spotlight!

Figuring out the gifts you’ll need at a shower’s a lot like planning your career path when you’re still in high school—you only know so much, and you’ll wish you did things differently years down the road. Let’s take a look at Moms—when asked, 90% of Moms wished they’d included more diapers in their registry. 40% of Moms wished they’d asked for diapers of different sizes—babies grow, after all!
Just like with pretty much every parent in the history of the trade, these are but examples of things you learn as you go, and no matter how much your peers and parents tell you otherwise, there’re some things you’ll need to learn for yourself.
Like that you’ll probably use less than half the stuff you get at your shower. Or that there’re buy ‘n’ sell groups who’ll likely have almost anything you’re looking for. Or the simple fact that you’ll without fail underestimate how many diapers you’re going to go through!
And that’s where people like me come in, not only as a Dad but also as a Dad Blogger. On the one hand, I can offer advice because I’ve been there. On the other, I can offer one lucky Canadian a $300 Pampers Prize Pack including Pampers diapers appropriately-sized for your little one and a substantial Amazon gift card—’cause let’s face it: kids are expensive!
As usual, it only takes a click and a valid email address to enter, but your chances increase exponentially if you explore the optional entries. Many will enter, one will win, and with any luck, it could be you! Bonne chance! (Contest open to Canadians aged 18+ living outside of Quebec. Contest closes 4/20 @ 11:59 PM ET.)
The Gift of Pampers—The Baby Shower Gift that Keeps on Giving!
Even if you don’t know it yet.
For wedding showers, there’re Egyptian cotton sheets. For Christmas, there’s underwear (you’d be surprised at how much it can cost!) And for a baby shower, though you might think a fancy bassinet with all the bells and whistles is the way to go, trust me—you’re gonna need those diapers!
We all want to give the perfect gift—especially when it’s for an occasion that only comes every so often. But do you want to give the gift that’ll turn up at a yard sale years later or the one that’ll give new parents one less thing to worry about?
Believe me—there’s only one right answer.
Enjoy yourselves out there in Parentland, and until the next, I remain,
–case p.
Disclaimer: The Palmer fam’s used Pampers since day one, and we only partner with brands we truly love. I was compensated for this post, but as always, the opinions stated are my own.
143 replies on “Pampers Helps Plan the Perfect Baby Shower!”
I knit so usually I give a baby blanket, sweater set and often a gift card to Walmart so the parents can use it towards whatever else they need for baby, including diapers!
diapers lots of diapers,different sizes too, so they will have a good supply for a while
I would give onsies, pjs, bibs, towels and pampers.
For a baby shower gift, I check to see the items on the Mom’s to be Registry list and choose an item off of it that they need. I also like to add a couple of packs of Pamper diapers to the gift, you can never have enough of them.
I usually give diapers and a gift card so they can buy what they need!
I usually give a crocheted baby blanket that I made.
I would bring wipes and a few outfits and diapers.
I used to give different gifts, but after becoming a mom myself I only give diapers 🙂
I usually give a BabyrUs gift card so they can pick up something they need .
Id give lots of diapers
I would give a diaper cake 🙂 newborns needs a lot of diapers!
I love making gift baskets full of goodies… along with something special for the momma to be
I would give a baby monitor 🙂
diapers and gift cards for formula would be a great gift
Receiving blankets and diapers are always sure-fire hits at a baby shower! Thanks so much for the chance to win. If I win I will be gifting the prize to a recent refugee that came to Manitoba, she just had her first baby girl this morning!
I would give a diaper genie with diaper genie refills! Mine definitely came in handy and thankful for it. Worked wonders and beats going up and down the stairs all the time to throw it away
I’d gift a diaper genie, swaddle blankets, baby socks and my favourite stain remover. Depending on my budget I like to add in a gift card for diapers when I can too!!
I would give a stroller, a very thoughtful gift! I also always give clothes too.. shopping for baby clothes is so much fun!
I was super-thrilled to receive diapers and wipes and lots of them!
a hand-made baby blanket and set. thanks
Just gave a baby shower for daughter & she received a ton of lovely gifts.
I love giving a Babies R Us gift card, this way the mom can choose something of her liking for the wee little one but also diapers, wipes, baby lotion, baby shampoo and some face clothes.
Love baby shower, they are SO SO much fun and if the little wee one has arrived then we get to finally meet them.
Thanks @caseypalmer.com for the fantastic giveaway…..I know this would be an awesome win for my daughter & her little one.
i would give plenty of diapers, blankets and a bouncer or carrier
I think a wipes warmer would make a great gift to go along with a healthy supply of wipes
I give diapers , wipes , and an outfit 🙂
I would give a diaper cake.
Boxes and boxes of diapers!
I love giving Visa prepaid card so mommy can buy what she needs!
Just diapers, it’s what they need.
I usually give wipes, a blanket and a little toy
I can’t resist shopping for adorable outfits, and then adding some of the absorbent underwear known as diapers.
I usually like to give a baby carrier(Solly Baby or Sakura Bloom) and anything from Lulujo!
i like to give outfits, diapers also have given coin sets of the year baby is or will be born.
After having 2 little guys of my own one can never have enough diapers! The next baby shower I go to I’ll be bring a 6 month supply. It’s not sentimental, it’s not personal but it is practical and that’s always on everybody’s registry! Thanks so much CaseP! You and Pampers ROCK! Good luck all!
I usually always give diapers and also something small off the registry (past two times has been a nursing pillow). 🙂 Thanks so much for the chance!
Definitely diapers a much needed staple!
I like to give a basket of items including things like wipes, creams, cloths and natural products.
I like to give baby medicine, because those vaccine shots come up quick and you can easily forget meds as a new mom, and either a grocery gift card or even a potty. I loved that I was given two potties for when my twins were born because I received SO much baby stuff, but very little for when they were older.
I would give a Diaper Genie.
I would give diapers and bibs-both always needed and appreciated.
Have two toddlers in diapers. Could use this!!!
For gifts I give a gift card. Let mom have her choice.
Gloves, some gift cards, hand sanitizer, and calender’s.
I normally check the registry . OR go with bigger sizes or things I have found useful .
I also like to give diapers, blankets and bibs
I try to find out what they do not have and give that or go in with a few people on a bigger gift.
diapers! you can never have enough, or a really good baby monitor
I always give clothes because it’s so much fun to pick out.
Gift card to Babies R Us.
I learned from my sisters who had baby’s before me to get Tylenol,Advil, vapour rub, nice wash clothes, soother holders so they don’t get lost ( cute ones). I have lost so many so I would so include that. I remember with my two small boys I needed that kind of stuff.
I like to gift a diaper bag filled with essentials
I like to gift diapers,wipes and sometimes a diaper genie.These things are so necessary for a new mom and baby!
I like to gift some sleepers and onesies and diapers and wipes at baby showers.
Diapers if course, wipes, cute oneies and some cash 🙂
Thanks for this opportunity to win:)
I usually give a diaper cake as a present.
For a baby shower gift I like to give Pampers, and a gift card!
I love giving and making diaper cakes
Diapers are the perfect gift…..every baby needs them!
The best gift ever to give is remade frozen meals for easy eating when the baby arrives
well,you can never have enough diapers and onesies
I like to give a giftcard from Babies R Us- to purchase an item that they did not get at the baby shower.
I would give someone something from their baby registry because that is something that want. If they don’t have one I would get them a portable change station/diaper wipe and diaper holder.
I’d give diapers, a cute outfit, and a gift card!
Not very original but usually most helpful…a gift card!
I am going to do a painting for the baby’s room
I gave diapers and a sleeper for the last baby shower I went to.
I put together a complete diaper bag. all ready packed for the trrip home from the hospital
If mom is nursing I give a gift card to a shop that sells clothing for nursing moms.
Diapers and a Baby Blanket, can never have too many of either 🙂
I love to give onesies, swaddle blankets, board books and of course diapers. I also love to give a Silver Dollar with the year of their birth.
Like to give cash or a gift card
I normally go with diapers, wipes and a cute outfit!
I always give diapers and think they are the best gift ever!
I would gift diapers, wipes and receiving blankets!
Diapers that are NOT newborn size – they grow out of them so fast.
I would give a new crib and a glider chair for baby.
I would give a huge basket filled with lots of different things such as diapers, onesies/outfits, blankets, wipes, books/etc and a gift card.
I found a company many years ago that sells a tooth saver. It is sterling silver beautiful keeper to put your child’s baby teeth in. It even includes a record keeper to note the date lost, comments, etc. I have given this gift several times and it is always well received and very unique. Thanks for the totally awesome giveaway opportunity.
I appreciate gift cards to the pharmacy. It is perfect for last minute diaper runs.
I will knit something and then a gift card to their favourite store and then they can buy what they want.
I usually give one fun gift like a cute baby outfit and one practical one like diapers or blankets and one small gift for the mom like nail polish or bubble bath.
I had found a great company that you could grow a tree. It was a great idea for the socially conscious parents and something tangible they will always have.
I would give the rocker seat that is good for a child up until the age of 2.
Diapers!!
A diaper disposal system is great to have, and usually a cute outfit or two.
I like to give Ivory laundry soap a, a toys and wipes
diapers and sleepers, boring but totally necessary
I usually give clothes and bibs at baby showers. I’ve also given gentle laundry detergent.
I would give the gift of clothing in a size or two bigger than than the baby is. Also practical items like diapers and wipes. You can never have enough of them!
I usually paint something for the baby’s room and make extra large swaddling blankets.
I like to make a diaper cake with various cute items along with a new outfit, box of diapers and wipes
I usually give a gift card to Shopper’s Drug Mart because they have a pretty good selection of baby items plus you get points when you shop there.
I like to give a my brest friend pillow & a cute outfit.
Diapers and wipes! You can never have too many
A baby memory keepsake book and a pack of size 2 pampers
I would give a few sleepers and some diapers
diapers, wipes and an activity centre is what I give for baby shower gift
I love gifting number blocks or stickers so new mom and dad can documents baby’s growth
Diapers and the cutest little overalls.
I love giving a great baby carrier! It was a life saver for me when my daughter was young.
I would give the Evo Move baby chair! It is so versatile!!
One of my favourite gifts to get was the useful stuff. Clothes are nice, but they outgrow them so fast. For me, I loved getting diapers and wipes and baby toiletries/diaper creams etc. So that is what I would buy a new mom or mom-to-be. Not newborn diapers, but size 1 and 2, for baby to grow into.
I’m just creating my own registry and know how expensive everything baby related is! Perhaps, ointments for the baby and the mother that is often an afterthought.
THE Last baby shower specifically asked for books to be given instead of a card and to put your note in the book…to baby so and so on from who you were and how you knew the mom….such a wonderful idea..If i win this is actually going to this new mom, not to me
If I could give anything at a baby shower, it would be a gift certificate for homemade meals for the new parents and a cleaning service (both for three whole months – whoo hoo!
I am one for always being honest with new parents and asking them what they truly need… In the past I have gifted a Medela Breast Pump, a collection of clothing and safety items, books and toys and even straight money and gift cards.
I’d ask or find out what the mom needs or has not yet received and can use…. also a gift card to buy when baby needs something for later when it outgrows clothing or sleepers.
One time we gave a gift certificate to a spa for the newborns parents. It also had a handmade certificate for free all day baby sitting. It could be used for the day chosen to go to the spa.
We would do this again.
I like to look for the cutest outfit I can find. I love baby clothes
I like giving a Munch Mitt. It’s such an awesome teething solution!
I think the jumpers are a wonderful gift to give!
I think a lovely baby shower gift is a soothing sounds & lights projector to lull baby to sleep.
I GIVE BABIES r us giftcards so they can get what they want6
I GIVE BABIES r us giftcards so they can get what they want
I usually give a homemade blanket and clothes
I usually gift diapers!
I like to give soaps, creams and other items that can be used regularly/daily.. gift that keeps on giving
I would give them a gift card for pharmacies or toy stores or anywhere they can get baby items.
I would probably give a gift card along with some diapers. That way they can get what they need without duplicates, or too many clothes!
I usually buy some baby outfits a few sizes too big, because I know that all of a sudden a baby will not fit into any of its current clothes.
I think blankets and diapers are so practical!
diapers and wipes along with a gift card for whatever clothes and other things they need
Diapers are my go to gift, they will always need them
Babies R Us giftcard for sure. Let them decide what they need.
I give a basket full of baby essentials like diapers, onesies, bibs, blankets, and a Babies R Us Gift Card.
A my breast friend feeding pillow and an Amazon Prime membership.
I’d give a sleep sac — they are so handy!
I like giving gift baskets, I’m formulating one for my sister now. So far it has diapers, sippy cups and spoons i won a bunch of months ago (luckily pink!). I bought some soothers, one of the travel packs of creams and washes etc.. and its always fun to add an outfit and a bear or something for looks, but moms i think appreciate the necessities they run out of most.
For a baby shower, I try to give both fun and practical. I always include a box of diapers, along with wipes and a change pad It will usually include a gift card so that they can put it towards a larger item they would like
I give bath stuff for the mom, and gift card for baby
I usually give diapers and onesies of various sizes (3mths, 6 mths, 9 mths) so they have a start-up clothes for their growing baby throughout the year.
I usually give clothes because they go through so many.
I would gift diapers!! Always need diapers!
I would give diapers and wipes and a great baby monitor.
I would give diapers
I would give some cute baby clothes and other little essentials.
I would give the new parents diapers and wipes.
I like to gift diapers.
I gift diapers & cleaning clothes
I like to give blankets
I like to give a little outfit at a baby shower – as in Newborn size. When I was pregnant I bought nothing in newborn size because I assumed I was going to have big babies (and I was right – one was 8lbs6oz and one was 10lbs2oz). However, it turned out that even the 0-3 months clothes were still too big in the first few days and I was so glad that I had the one Newborn size outfit that a friend had bought me. From then on I now like to gift one outfit in that size, since I know most people skip that size thinking they won’t need it – it’s nice to have just one as an option, just in case! I also like to include a pack of diapers, but in size 2, because then when baby suddenly grows out of the starter sizes the parents have some bigger ones on hand. I also learned this from a different friend who bought us a bigger sized pack – we were so thankful we had them when suddenly we needed them!
I would give vouchers to their favourite eatery
oops favourite eatery for the parents 🙂 or pizza place for takeout
a week of homemade dinners and a gc for a night out later on so mom/dad can get a well needed break.