TOP ITEMS TO PLACE IN YOUR BABY KEEPSAKE BOX
Posted by Simran Goraya on
Parents collect many things as their precious baby grows up. Sometimes it becomes difficult to decide which item is a memory, and which item can be passed on, because, frankly, everything is a memory. Our baby keepsake boxes are a good way to keep all those precious memories in a safe place, which will also save you space.
But what do you keep and what do you pass on? Keep reading:
ANNOUNCEMENT DISCS:
You announce baby's arrival with all of babys details on their announcement plaque. A beautiful way to cherish memories and a must keep.
HOSPITAL TAG:
This is the very first thing used to identify new baby. It contains a first glimpse at baby's special stats and is definitely a must keep.
FIRST OUTFIT:
Okay, we all know how fast baby's grow. I know many moms spend lots of time deciding what the first outfit will be. This definitely has a spot in the baby box.
HALF BIRTHDAY AND FIRST BIRTHDAY OUTFIT:
A year has passed, and when you compare the first outfit, to the first birthday outfit, you'll be just shocked at how much baby has grown. Definitely keep!
A LOCK OF THEIR HAIR:
This is so special and takes up no space at all. Pop this in a plastic baggie before putting in the box.
BABY JOURNAL:
Many new mom's are gifted a baby journal at their baby shower. Placing the book in this box is a good way to keep it safe and have it handy anytime your child asks questions about their childhood.
BABY BLANKET:
That precious blanket you use to wrap your baby up in and take all those beautiful newborn photos needs to be in the box, your child might even love using this for their own children one day.
PHOTOS AND SCANS:
The baby scans were your first glimpse of your baby. It makes sense to keep those memories treasured forever.
OTHER IDEAS:
- a copy of the newspaper from the day they were born,
- a coin from the year of their birth,
- Card from birthdays or when they were born
- A cast of the hand or foot prints
SO WHERE DO YOU PURCHASE A KEEPSAKE BOX?
We have a gorgeous range of baby boxes for both genders. They measure at 14x14 and 5 inches deep so there is plenty of room for toys, blankies and everything in between.