Baby blankets have been around for centuries, once upon a time women would crochet or quilt these wonderfully tiny blankets to give as gifts for a new bundle of joy. While the art of making these cuddly blankets by hand is not widely practiced today, baby blankets are still very much in demand and make a great gift idea.

Personalized Baby Blankets

One of the most popular baby blankets for newborns today is the personalized alternative. There are many places online where you can order beautiful blankets embroidered with the baby’s name and date of birth. These blankets come in a variety of colors, sizes, materials and compositions. Of course, you can also take a sentimental baby blanket and have it personalized with the same information at a local embroidery shop.

Soft and Cuddly Blanket

Every new parent wants to provide a soft and cuddly baby blanket for their new baby, but sometimes they need just a bit more. Some infants are colicky and fussy almost from day one and parents have lost more than a few days sleep during this trying time. This led blanket makers to devise a blanket that is both comfortable and practical. Known to most people as swaddling blankets these have been a dream come true for many parents.

Swaddling Blanket

A swaddling blanket is specially designed for keeping a squirming baby in his or her blanket! Fussy babies will often squirm out of their blanket, scratch themselves or jerk awake and this baby blanket helps to prevent that. You can find these miracle blankets in many colors and from a variety of creators including Carter.

If you or someone you know is expecting a baby, blankets are a perfect gift. You can never have too many of these on hand! Choose from flannel, minky, crocheted, cotton and a variety of other materials for the perfect baby blanket.