These Are Most Meaningful Baby Christening Gifts I've Ever Seen
There are few occasions in life that are quite as special and sentimental as a baptism, dedication, christening, or any other religious rite of passage. And how special it is that you've been invited to celebrate this sacred moment alongside family and friends! While a gift is never expected at an event like a baptism or christening, parents will almost always welcome anything to help remember the special occasion, whether it be a keepsake their child can treasure for years or a toy to help their little one learn more about their faith.
I recently had my daughter dedicated to the church, and our family and friends showered her with some of the sweetest and most sentimental gifts that I know we'll all treasure forever. I pulled many of those presents to include on this guide, as well as gifts that I've give to friends and family when they've had their own babies baptized. Whether given from a grandparent, godparent, or simply Mom and Dad, these gifts will become keepsakes that represent a day you'll never want to forget.
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Playing "Over the Rainbow," this sweet music box will be a staple in their room for years to come.
$38.70 at amazon.comBaptism Name Puzzle
These adorable puzzles are a classic childhood must-have, but they're also great for teaching little ones basic motor functions. This one includes a small blessing as well as a few religious puzzle pieces that you can choose from, like a bible, angel, dove, and cross. You can even add an engraved message on the back!
$23.90 at amazon.comMy First Noah's Ark Bath Gift Set
Bring the bible to bath time! This fun gift set is truly all in one, including three bath toys, a waterproof Noah's Ark bath book, a wash cloth, lamb hooded towel, and even a gift bag.
$27.95 at amazon.comBible ABC Flash Cards
Memory verses are soon to come (in a few years, of course), but little ones can already become familiar with the Scripture through these fun, illustrated flash cards.
$9.95 at amazon.comMostly What God Does is Love You
My daughter was recently gifted this precious book by Today host Savannah Guthrie and it's quickly become a favorite bedtime read of everyone in the family. It's a sweet reminder that while God has control of the entire planet, most of what he does is love us.
$10.85 at amazon.comGood Night, God: A Lift-a-Flap Book
This book will forever have a place in our bedtime favorites. It's interactive yet fun, and really emphasizes the basics of prayers for little ones to learn how to pray by themselves.
$4.34 at AmazonLamb Goodnight Prayer Lovey
This sweet lovey will be your little one's new favorite thing to snuggle up with around bedtime. It has a goodnight prayer stitched in the corner that you can read every evening. My daughter has a DEMDACO lovey and it is her absolute favorite because it's so soft. (Loveys should only be used to sleep with for children older than 12 months, but can still be used to cuddle and play with!)
$29.43 at amazon.comNoah's Ark
A wooden Noah's Ark toy will be cherished and played with for years to come. This set includes 12 animals in addition to the Ark and Noah and his wife.
$54.10 at amazon.comPraying Musical Lamb and Prayer Book
Press on this plush lamb to hear it recite "Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep." There's also a bedtime blessing book with gorgeous watercolor illustrations that baby is sure to love.
$26.39 at amazon.comPersonalized Keepsake Box
This keepsake box can be personalized with a name and date of baptism. There are also options for christening, dedication, first communion, confirmation, and more.
$28.99 at amazon.comBedtime Prayers for Little Ones
Any children's book by Max Lucado would be a great baptism gift, but this one just about bedtime prayers is especially sweet. I have loved reading these prayers with my daughter at bedtime since she was a baby.
$8.99 at amazon.comAbbey Cross Silverplate 4" X 6" Frame
There will likely be plenty of pictures of this special moment, so give your little one a place to showcase them. This gorgeous frame will be a timeless accent in his or her room for years to come.
$54.42 at amazon.comOlive Wood Baptism Cross
Made from olive wood and handcrafted in Bethlehem, this holding cross is a piece of the Holy Land that your little one can take everywhere as he or she grows. Use it as a way to help physically tune in during prayer or as a constant reminder of the Lord's faithfulness.
$18.99 at amazon.comBedtime Baby Personalized Cross
I got my daughter a personalized cross similar to this one for her church dedication and it has become one of my most treasured pieces of décor in her nursery. It would be so sweet to read this prayer over your little one every night.
$36.99 at personalizationmall.comBaby's First Bible Boxed Set
This set includes four stories about Jesus, Moses, Noah's Ark, and Adam and Eve. Each story includes vibrant pictures that will keep even the littlest babes totally engaged.
$10.98 at amazon.comMy Baptism Book
This children's book is filled with prayers, simple blessings, and more. It also includes pages where information about his or her baptism can be noted and a spot for well wishes from the gifter.
$8.77 at amazon.comPersonalized Bible
There's no more classic baptism, christening, or dedication gift than a personalized bible that'll grow with the recipient. This one comes in a few different options that will fit a variety of occasions.
$35.99 at amazon.comAngel's Embrace
Willow Tree sculptures are a timeless gift that are perfect for so many different occasions. This angel version will remind your child that he or she always has heavenly figures watching over.
$23.73 at amazon.comPersonalized Keepsake Box
This heirloom box can be used to store keepsakes from their baptism, special outfits Mom wants to save, or mementos from their first year. No matter what's inside, they'll be thankful to have it in the future.
$49.99 at amazon.com6 Piece Noah's Ark Puzzle
Peg puzzles are perfect f0r teaching babies fine motor skills, and you'll love being able to explain the story of Noah while your little one plays with this fun toy.
$17.99 at amazon.comPersonalized God Bless Honeycomb Baby Blanket
Commemorate the special occasion with this sweet baby blanket he or she can hold onto for years to come! It's embroidered with a beautiful cross and personalized with "God Bless ___."
$35.99 at amazon.comBaptism Bracelet
Any baby girl would look beautiful in this sweet baby bracelet, which can be worn during and long after the christening ceremony.
$39.99 at amazon.comJesus Loves Me Snow Globe
A little girl, a lamb, and a sweet message will make this snow globe a treasured keepsake. We love the pink gingham exterior too. If you're gifting for a little boy, it also comes in an equally adorable option for him. My daughter received this snow globe as a dedication gift and she loves helping me twist the knob to hear the music play and watch as the glitter falls over the baby and lamb.
40.00 at amazon.comSilver Baby Brush & Comb Set
What better way to commemorate such an important day than with a beautiful brush and comb set? This heirloom set will be one she holds on to for decades to come as a special reminder of the day.
$59.00 at markandgraham.comAngel Hand-Painted Keepsake Box
This keepsake trinket box will serve as a precious reminder of her baptism that she'll carry from home to home for years to come.
$17.99 at amazon.comVerse Print
Parents are sure to love this personalized print with their little one's name and 1 Samuel 1:27.
$20.00 at amazon.comRosary Bracelet
She may need a little bit of time to grow into it, but this rosary bracelet will become a beloved piece of heirloom jewelry she cherishes wearing.
$23.90 at amazon.comPersonalized Print
Each letter of the alphabet shows a different aspect of our relationship with God in this sweet framed print. It comes matted and you can add a frame, as well.
$59.00 at amazon.comHand Painted Piggy Bank
Yes, you can get adorable hand-painted pieces from Amazon! This piggy bank would look precious in any little girl's room. If you're looking for other options for boys and girls, they have tons.
$49.99 at amazon.comLamby Rattle
This plush rattle is a great gift for little babies. It'll help them learn how to grasp and is light enough for even the smallest ones to hold easily.
$12.74 at amazon.comEmbroidered Plush Bunny
Here's a sweet, fluffy keepsake the family will treasure for years. The name is actually embroidered on the ear instead of just printed so they'll never have to worry about it peeling off.
$15.98 at amazon.comMia The Lamb Teether
This lamb teether is perfectly shaped for little hands to grasp and is made of non-toxic natural rubber. I
$20.99 at amazon.comCrocheted Baby Booties
These warm, cozy knit booties come in options with pink and blue bows, as well. They're perfect for baby to wear for the big day and for church and special occasions later on.
$10.50 at amazon.com
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