Christening Gifts - Some Traditional and Contemporary Ideas

Looking for ideas for Christening Gifts or a Baptism Gift or Naming Day Ceremony? Then read on.

Listed below are some ideas for christening gifts ranging from the more traditional gifts which are Christian in nature through to contemporary modern day ideas. Many gifts now are personalised with the baby's name and date of the christening day to add an extra personal touch.

Traditional Christening Gifts

Traditional christening gifts often consist of:

* Children's Bible / Prayer Book
* Child's Book of Bible Stories
* Christening Bracelet or Baptismal bracelet
(usually made from sterling silver)
* Christian jewellery such as a necklace with a
cross-shaped pendant, locket with photo or charm
bracelet with religious or prayer pendants
* Silver Spoon (usually engraved with baby's name)
* Silver Photo Frames
* China Piggy Bank
* Set of commemorative coins for the year they were
born
* Set of children's rosary beads

Contemporary Modern Day Christening Gifts

If you would prefer to buy a christening present which is not of a traditional nature then have a browse through the list below. Some of these gifts may be more suitable for non-religious ceremonies.

* Name a star after the baby
* Buy a CD for the No. 1 song in the charts
* Personalised picture or toy
* Baby Photo Album
* Memory / Keepsake Box
* First Tooth Box
* Hand made clothes or hand-knitted cardigan
* Blanket or quilt personalised with baby name
* Angel figurines

Practical Christening Gifts

Although these types of christening gifts may appear unimaginative, they are however very practical and thoughtful gifts as often new parents have been inundated with many baby gifts following the birth of their baby.

* Savings Bond / Post Office Account
* Gift Cheque
* Gift Vouchers
* Cash (lodging money into existing account)

Christening Gifts play a very important part of the Baby Christening in helping everyone share and commemorate this special occasion. It is therefore worthwhile to take the time to choose a thoughtful gift, one which is perhaps personal and unique and will be appreciated by the child's parents and the child (in future years to come).

A Christening is one of the first celebrations for the child and it is undoubtedly a memorable occasion for all involved. The ceremony and the whole experience surrounding a Christening is one truly to be treasured. A child is God's most precious gift and we must make time to choose a gift which reflects the importance of the occasion. Hopefully, the above gift ideas have provided you with some inspiration!