6 Books to Make You the Belle of the Baby Shower
There was a time in my life when I felt like I had a wedding to attend every weekend. And now, a few years later, I’m in the midst of baby shower mania. As a result, I’ve curated a great list of books to give to expecting parents at any baby shower, beyond the old standby Goodnight Moon (which believe me, another guest is sure to show up with!) Here are some wonderful and unique picture and board books that will make a great addition to any nursery bookshelf.
Art for Baby
Board Book
$20.89
$21.99
Art for Baby
By Various
Board Book
$20.89
$21.99
Art for Baby, by Various Artists
This board book proves that it’s never to early to introduce your baby to great contemporary art! The bold black and white illustrations from artists like Keith Haring and Damien Hirst will have your budding Picasso asking for a MoMa membership before you know it.
Art for Baby, by Various Artists
This board book proves that it’s never to early to introduce your baby to great contemporary art! The bold black and white illustrations from artists like Keith Haring and Damien Hirst will have your budding Picasso asking for a MoMa membership before you know it.
NOPE
Hardcover $17.99
NOPE
Hardcover $17.99
NOPE!, by Drew Sheneman
Although there is something wonderfully nostalgic about giving a gift that the mother may have read when she was a little girl, it’s also nice to give a new release that parent and child can read and discover together for the first time. This contemporary book is filled with brightly colored illustrations by cartoonist Drew Sheneman that are sure to capture the imagination, and a sweet story about a bird who is not quite ready to leave the nest. It’s amazing how much story can be told with so few words!
NOPE!, by Drew Sheneman
Although there is something wonderfully nostalgic about giving a gift that the mother may have read when she was a little girl, it’s also nice to give a new release that parent and child can read and discover together for the first time. This contemporary book is filled with brightly colored illustrations by cartoonist Drew Sheneman that are sure to capture the imagination, and a sweet story about a bird who is not quite ready to leave the nest. It’s amazing how much story can be told with so few words!
The Rabbit Who Wants to Fall Asleep: A New Way of Getting Children to Sleep
Hardcover $15.99
The Rabbit Who Wants to Fall Asleep: A New Way of Getting Children to Sleep
By
Carl-Johan Forssén Ehrlin
Illustrator
Irina Maununen
Hardcover $15.99
The Rabbit Who Wants to Fall Asleep: A New Way of Getting Children to Sleep, by Carl-Johan Forssen Ehrlin and Irina Maununen
One thing every new parent needs more of is sleep, and this best-selling book by a Swedish psychologist is quite the baby whisperer! I have friends who swear this meditative read gets their sleep-averse children dreaming in minutes. Seems like it’s worth a try!
The Rabbit Who Wants to Fall Asleep: A New Way of Getting Children to Sleep, by Carl-Johan Forssen Ehrlin and Irina Maununen
One thing every new parent needs more of is sleep, and this best-selling book by a Swedish psychologist is quite the baby whisperer! I have friends who swear this meditative read gets their sleep-averse children dreaming in minutes. Seems like it’s worth a try!
Go the F**k to Sleep (Go the F**k to Sleep Series #1)
Hardcover $15.95
Go the F**k to Sleep (Go the F**k to Sleep Series #1)
Illustrator Ricardo Cortés
Hardcover $15.95
Go the F**k to Sleep, by Adam Mansbach and Ricardo Cortes
This book is clearly for the parents, and not to be read to new babies! A hilarious picture book that is sure to bring much needed laughs during those inevitable sleep deprived nights. It’s a good reminder for new parents that they are not alone in having a hard time getting their kids to go to sleep, even though in the wee hours of the night it may feel that way.
Go the F**k to Sleep, by Adam Mansbach and Ricardo Cortes
This book is clearly for the parents, and not to be read to new babies! A hilarious picture book that is sure to bring much needed laughs during those inevitable sleep deprived nights. It’s a good reminder for new parents that they are not alone in having a hard time getting their kids to go to sleep, even though in the wee hours of the night it may feel that way.
Baby's First Year: Memories for Life
Hardcover
$14.25
$15.00
Baby's First Year: Memories for Life
Hardcover
$14.25
$15.00
Baby’s First Year: Memories For Life, by Annabel Karmel
There are so many wonderful “firsts” that happen when you have a baby (first smile, first steps), and this lovely book is a beautiful way to record them for posterity. In our digital world, it’s nice to gift an actual photo books for families to flip through, instead of scrolling through pics on their phone.
Baby’s First Year: Memories For Life, by Annabel Karmel
There are so many wonderful “firsts” that happen when you have a baby (first smile, first steps), and this lovely book is a beautiful way to record them for posterity. In our digital world, it’s nice to gift an actual photo books for families to flip through, instead of scrolling through pics on their phone.
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls
Hardcover $35.00
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls
By Elena Favilli , Blisterstring
Hardcover $35.00
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, by Elena Favilli and Francesca Cavallo
This awesome book is a modern and feminist way to tell bedtime stories. Filled with stories of 100 trailblazing women (like Malala Yousafzai and Serena Williams), and illustrated by great female artists, this one makes for an inspiring read. Baby girl power!
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, by Elena Favilli and Francesca Cavallo
This awesome book is a modern and feminist way to tell bedtime stories. Filled with stories of 100 trailblazing women (like Malala Yousafzai and Serena Williams), and illustrated by great female artists, this one makes for an inspiring read. Baby girl power!