Thoughts of baby boys and gifts often lead many people searching for something blue. Today, baby boy gifts can include many other colors than blue and, can also be creative as well as adorable.

Shoppers should always keep the parents in mind while purchasing an item for their little bundle of joy. If the parents are minimalists buying a truck load of small toys for the infant will not be a welcome surprise.

Parents that have already had a theme included in the baby’s nursery can help the shopper. Find out what items that the parents still need or could use and find gifts that match it accordingly. Many nursery sets include several pieces in them but they also have other accessories that can be purchased separately. Items that many parents still need include diaper holders, changing pads, diaper bags, curtains and wall decor. Lamps are also a great baby boy gift idea that can be purchased to match an already existing nursery theme.

Some baby boy gift ideas that many people forget about are the basic necessities of the child. These items include small baby nail scissors, suctioning bulbs and bath care essentials. These items often seem lame when given alone but, when they are included in a gift basket for a baby boy, they are a welcome addition to any parent. If the parents of the infant live an organic lifestyle there are many organic baby care products on the market that will fit perfect into any baby boy gift basket. Using small baby washcloths to create lollipops are a cute and unique way to dress up gift baskets for baby boys. Adding a small rubber ducky can give these baskets the final touch.

Unique baby boy gift ideas could include items that are purchased or made at home. Quilts are always gifts that many parents welcome for their babies. These quilts can be made with a simple block designs that includes small trains or boats in the fabric details. The quilts can also be personalized with the baby boys birth date and name embroidered onto them.

Crocheted afghans are another perfect baby boy gift idea. They can be created with soft yarns that are perfect for a baby’s tender skin. These blankets can be created to include colors that keep with the theme that the parents have in the baby’s room. They make special gifts that can be functional as well as kept as a nice keepsake. Other unique baby boy gift ideas that can have a homemade touch added to them include burp cloths, bibs, booties and even onesies.