TOP 58 ideas for what to give a girl child for christening

The very first and most important sacrament of the Orthodox Church in the life of a child is baptism. Sometimes it happens that people decide to accept Christianity already at a mature, conscious age. In any case, the decision on the need and time for this ceremony remains with the child’s parents.

Since ancient times, a person's baptism has always been celebrated with a feast. And even during strict fasts, guests were invited to the house of the newly baptized and treated to them with Lenten dishes, and in return they gave gifts and wished the baby, who had found a Guardian Angel, good health, longevity, success and prosperity in life.

What gifts are customary to give at baptism nowadays? The article will tell you about the most practical and relevant gifts that you can give to a girl child for christening.

Options for gifts from godmother

When carrying out the baptismal ceremony of a girl, the godmother acts as the main recipient of the baby, giving the baptismal vow for her. It is the godmother who holds the baby in her arms throughout the ceremony. She is entrusted with the responsible mission of choosing and purchasing a baptismal gown and kryzhma for the baby.

The christening robe can be decorated with embroidery indicating the child's name and the date of baptism. This is the most important and obligatory gift from the godmother.

At her discretion, in addition to the baptismal dress, the godmother can buy:

• accessories for the outfit (socks, cap, textile envelope for a lock of hair cut during the baptismal ceremony);
• children's spiritual literature;
• a personalized icon with the face of the holy protector, after whom the baby is named, or with the image of the Mother of God, Guardian Angel;
• some educational game (for example, a busy board or a busy cube). The peculiarity of such a toy is that the most attractive latches, switches, ratchets, gears, labyrinths, etc. are attached to its surface. Small children get stuck on such toys for a long time.

Options for gifts from guests

You are invited to the christening of a newborn girl as a guest. Think carefully about what you can give as a gift, because the present should not be so much expensive as it should be practical.

If this is the first child in the family, the parents probably have not yet accumulated the necessary “dowry” for the baby. In order not to make a mistake with a gift, you can consult with the girl’s mother - she will tell you exactly what they need now first of all. If the family already has older children, then before buying a gift it would be useful to clarify the need for this or that item that you have your eye on.

The children's products industry is developing at a rapid pace. New and interesting things for children appear on the market every day, making life easier for their parents. We’ll tell you a little about practical new products and remind you of long-known useful items that can and should be given to a little girl for christening.

• Baptismal or regular children's photo album. Be sure to choose an original item; you can even order the production of a personalized photo book made using the scrapbooking technique, with embossing on the cover.
• Hygiene supplies are things that are constantly needed. Combine a set of products from powder, diaper cream, wet wipes, soap, emulsion, oil, milk to care for delicate baby skin and carefully pack it in a basket. The gift is ready! In order not to make a mistake with the quality of cosmetics, choose products from some well-known children's company.
• Toys. In the children's world, consult a consultant about the age group and buy a toy according to your taste and budget. You can complement the main gift with a rodent or teether for the baby’s first teeth.

• Children's books with thick cardboard pages. There are also special water books with waterproof leaves - a great way to keep your baby occupied in the bath.
• Children's clothing. Consult with your mother, maybe there are some things missing in their wardrobe? Or you can choose something beautiful at your discretion.
• A set of children's bedding with a large soft corner towel.
• A set of protective bumpers or pads for the crib. This practical and cute children's textile can be purchased in online stores - the variety is huge!
• A cozy textile nest for the crib. A real find for new parents! While the girl is still very small, she can sleep in such a soft, warm and beautiful nest. The thing is convenient because it can be placed anywhere and make mother’s household chores a little easier.
• All kinds of modern euro-diapers with Velcro or zippers allow the baby to sleep comfortably and not wake himself up with his hands.

• A very good idea to give a cocoon to Red Castle Cocoonababy. This is a mini mattress for newborns and babies in the first 6 months of life, facilitating smooth adaptation of the baby after birth. In this cocoon, the child rests comfortably and serenely, as if inside his mother’s tummy. Those parents who have had the opportunity to use such a mattress note that it is able to reduce pain during colic, and babies feel much calmer. In addition, it is convenient to carry it with your baby to another room or take it with you on trips. The only drawback is that the cocoon is quite expensive, so most parents simply cannot afford it.

• Car seat suitable for ages up to 1 year. Another expensive thing, however, very necessary in modern life. After all, even if a family does not have a car, parents probably use taxi services. If a taxi service offers transportation for children in car seats, it is unlikely that they will have a seat for babies under 1 year old. And the cost of such a service will be much higher than traveling in a regular taxi.
• A good and inexpensive gift for a baby up to one year old is a crib mobile. Pleasant music and bright toys will attract the baby's attention with their movement and give mom the opportunity to go about her business.
• A sling is an ergonomic baby carrier in the form of a long, wide scarf. In fact, this thing will be very useful for mother and baby in the first year of life, and especially in the first months. A good, high-quality sling ensures physiological carrying of babies until they grow up and stop asking to be held. Having wrapped the baby in a sling, mom (or dad) is not tied to the stroller, gets complete freedom of movement, and meanwhile the baby feels completely safe with her loved one and has a sweet rest.

• Baby dishes will come in handy when your baby starts complementary feeding. Browse through the pages of online stores in advance and familiarize yourself with the assortment. You will see a lot of beautiful combined unbreakable plates, bowls with suction cups, children's cutlery made of silicone, sippy cups, sippy cups and much more that will be very useful for your baby in learning to eat independently.
• A high chair is another necessary item for introducing complementary foods that parents probably haven’t purchased yet. These are plastic or wooden transformers, which subsequently fold out into a regular table and chair.
• Foldable heat-insulating soft mat for the play area. While the baby is just learning to crawl or walk, the soft surface of such a covering protects delicate baby skin from injuries and bruises, provides reliable thermal insulation, and bright pictures attract attention and develop the child’s understanding of the world around him.

• The rocking center is a robotic swing that can be used for both play and rocking. The device was developed taking into account the requirements of famous orthopedists and pediatricians. It’s quite an expensive item, not every family can afford such a purchase – so this is a great idea for a gift for a baby.
• Family photo sessions during the baptism ceremony are becoming increasingly popular. Filming in the temple will allow you to capture the most touching and unique moments of the sacrament and save them in a family photo album.

• An organizer bag for a stroller with many pockets and compartments will help organize your baby's supplies while walking and will make the life of a young mother much easier.
• Some parents want to receive a playpen as a gift to provide a safe play space for a baby who cannot yet walk. But others do not welcome such gifts, not wanting to limit their child’s movement. Therefore, choose this option only if you are 100% sure that the young family will need it.
• Hand and foot impression kit. This wonderful gift will help you keep your little beloved hands and feet in your memory, so that many years later you can remember with trepidation the wonderful time when the girl was very little.

• Handmade wooden box “Mom’s Treasures” with compartments for storing daughter’s little things dear to a mother’s heart (for example, a tag from the maternity hospital, first socks, a curl of hair, the first pacifier, the first tooth).
• Sled. As they say, winter always comes unexpectedly, and here you will give a brand new sleigh!
• A bicycle chair or seat is a very necessary item for a sports family. When the girl grows up a little, she will be able to take safe, high-speed bike rides in nature.
• Cake decorated in baptismal style. Master pastry chefs will reflect all your wishes in an exclusive dessert design and help create an atmosphere of magic on this holiday.

• Money is always a relevant gift for such a holiday. If you are not sure or doubt that the chosen gift will be useful, then hand over the money in a holiday envelope, and the parents will find the right use for it.

Options for gifts from godfather

The most important and obligatory gift that the godfather buys for the baby is a pectoral cross. It can be made of silver, gold or wood, but it must first be consecrated in the church. The godfather must also pay for the baptismal ceremony.

A dimensional icon is considered a rather valuable gift. Its peculiarity is that it is made individually, its size is equal to the baby’s height at the time of birth. It depicts the face of the saint after whom the girl is named. There is an important nuance here - on the eve of baptism, you need to find out from the priest what baptismal name the baby will have, so as not to be mistaken with the image of the saint. But this is not an obligatory gift, and such an icon is given at the request of the godfather.

In addition to the obligatory gifts, you can give some soft or educational toy.

Traditional gifts

Baptism is a special spiritual holiday, for which you can give a gift, giving which has become a kind of Christian tradition:

• a lace towel decorated with embroidery, symbolizing spiritual purity, in which the baby is wrapped after the baptism ceremony, also called kryzma. Most often, such a gift is presented by the godmother, having previously consecrated it from the priest. It is customary to keep such a towel for life. There is a belief that if a sick person turns himself into kryzhma, he will definitely recover;
• a set of church candles intended for baptism. Such a gift is an integral attribute of the Baptism ceremony, but the gift option, in addition, has an attractive appearance and can decorate the celebration. After the ritual is completed, the candles are kept at home and lit on special occasions. It is possible to purchase gift sets of church candles with an original design;
• A white shirt, also called a baptismal shirt, symbolizes the spiritual purity of the baby. Such a gift can be passed on from the older generation to the younger and become a kind of family heirloom. It is important to choose a shirt made from natural materials so that the child is comfortable;
• Since ancient Rus', there has been a custom of giving silver items to a baby for christening. Such a gift could be a spoon with a memorable engraving; it will serve as a talisman for the child and protect him from the evil eye and misfortunes. Among other things, there is a belief that this metal will attract financial well-being to the owner. Silver also has bactericidal properties and the spoon can be used when feeding the baby.

Gift options from grandparents

Grandparents usually give their grandchildren memorable, high-quality and expensive gifts. These are the people who are aware of the needs of a young family and often do not need advice regarding choosing a gift. And yet, we have prepared a small list of items that grandparents often give to their grandchildren.

• A silver teaspoon “for the first tooth” with an engraved date of baptism and the name of the granddaughter. It is believed that silver brings health and prosperity to its owner, so silver accessories are a fairly popular christening gift for children.
• A small pillow with an embroidered granddaughter’s name and an angel, which the grandmother made with her own hands.
• A knitted or plush blanket for a baby that can be used to cover herself both in a cradle and in a stroller during a walk.

• Wooden baby sling beads - as an addition to the main gift. This is such an unusual “mom’s” accessory that can distract the baby in a long line, in public transport or on a long walk. Instead of pulling mom's hair or being capricious, the baby will finger the bright beads with her fingers. They can even be chewed when teething.
• A precious chain to a cross will serve as a good memory for a girl who has matured over the years about her dear donors.
• Miniature gold or silver earrings. A traditional gift and, most likely, this is the very first jewel of the little princess.
• A gold or silver evil eye pin is an elegant jewelry accessory designed to protect a person from the evil eye. This memorable souvenir, donated by her grandparents, will protect the girl throughout her life.

Gifts with a budget in mind

The cost of the gift that is chosen for the baby for christening is not paramount. It is more important that the gift is given with soul and warm feelings, because that is when it will become truly memorable and desired. Such a gift could be:

• Christening is not a simple holiday; there are many signs and beliefs surrounding it. One of these beliefs is that if you give a baby legumes on this day, it will help develop his eloquence and give him the opportunity to find answers to any questions. Of course, such a gift should rather be an additional one, for example, to a cash envelope or a decorative box that can be filled with peas;
• What could be a better gift than a memory imprinted for many years. This is exactly what a gift in the form of a kit is for, with which you can make a cast of the baby’s legs and arms. This gift may be interesting to use during the celebration of the occasion;
• a decorative church vessel designed to hold holy water, which, according to popular belief, has healing properties and can rid a child of bad thoughts. It must be remembered that it is not customary to give such a vessel empty and it must be filled in the church during the ceremony.

What to give a one-year-old girl for christening

When the baby turns one year old, the list of possible gifts expands significantly. In a children's toy store, your eyes will simply run wild from the variety of assortment, and you yourself will plunge into the world of children. We will just tell you a few popular gifts that are most suitable for this age.

• A large Baby Born doll or baby doll with a stroller is a real baby for a little mother. A girl will be happy to play with such a baby doll, rock it, roll it, feed it - in general, imitate her mother in everything.
• A table with a chair for creativity, at which parents, together with their grown-up baby, will do simple needlework, folding puzzles or construction sets, reading books, and having a tea party for the dolls.
• A tricycle with a parent handle, which will successfully replace a bulky stroller.
• Textile wigwam or tent. Children really love these things where they can hide from adults and set up their own little house.

• Puzzles with large pieces. Such toys develop fine motor skills, speech, logic, and imagination of the child well.
• A children's hanging swing that can be easily hung both indoors and outdoors.
• Rolling toys are perfect for one-year-old children who have just learned to stomp. You can push such a toy in front of you - it will crack or ring loudly, flap its wings funny, bat its eyes, and thereby stimulate the child to walk.
• A dry pool filled with balls, like in a large children's entertainment center. Kids love to plunge and splash around in these pools with weightless balls.

• A funny stadiometer will decorate a child's room. Parents will be able to note every year how many centimeters their daughter has grown.
• A starry sky projector night light will turn a child's bedroom into a fairy tale. Thanks to such a lamp, the girl will not be afraid of the dark and will look with interest at the stars on the ceiling before going to bed.
• A balance bike, a tolokar or a scooter - a variety of wheelchairs with a steering wheel, toys in the form of cars, motorcycles or airplanes for children from 1 year old. Their main purpose is the physical development of children. The baby sits astride such a toy and, pushing off with its legs, rolls forward.
• Various wooden or plastic sorters that develop fine motor skills and stimulate mental and speech development.
• Finger paints for babies can captivate the baby for a long time; they also contribute to the active development of speech and fine motor skills.
• An easel or magnetic drawing board is a cleaner way to develop artistic skills.

• Multi-colored play dough with a set of molds or kinetic sand. The peculiarity of the material is that it is soft, plastic, does not stick to your hands and does not crumble, and perfectly develops the sensory skills of the fingers. Now you can sculpt sand figures right at home.
• Educational construction sets, wooden cubes, and all kinds of pyramids help to focus attention, develop logic, creative inclinations, and learn partnership interaction.
• Interactive games are of particular interest to children. Singing, blinking, jumping toys will teach your baby the first skills of handling complex digital electronics in a playful way.
• Kitchen set with realistic combustion and cooking effects. The little housewife will imitate her mother, prepare food and feed all her wards animals and dolls.
• Bath toys. Some children enjoy splashing in the water, while others immediately begin to cry at the sight of a bath. Water games attract fearful kids and turn ordinary water activities into exciting entertainment.

• Outerwear or shoes. As the child grows up, the need for such things increases sharply. Just be sure to check with your mother exactly what is worth buying, or even better, donate money or a certificate to a children’s clothing store to purchase the necessary things.
• Simple clothes for home will always find use in a family with a small child. Parents will gratefully accept a set of simple tights, T-shirts, or a pair of beautiful pajamas - after all, the little researcher probably gets dirty at the speed of light.

In fact, there are no strict rules for choosing a baptism gift for babies. The main thing is that the gift must be of high quality, useful, appropriate to the child’s age and given with love and care.

Handmade gift

A gift made with your own hands is often underestimated, but it can become a truly original and memorable baptism present for a child. Naturally, making it will require some effort, patience and some time, but the result can be unexpectedly pleasant for all the guests gathered for the celebration. Such gifts include: gingerbread cookies decorated in the style of a bright holiday, an original bag designed to store a child’s first strands of hair, or a busy board that will not only interest the baby, but will also become a very useful toy.

Gift gingerbread cookies for Christening

It is possible to buy such delicacies in a church shop, but it will be much more pleasant for the parents of a child or guests to try gingerbread made with their own hands, as is customary according to the old ancient Russian tradition. The preparation process is quite simple, and the resulting elegant sweets, decorated in the style of a christening, will become a decoration for the holiday.

Products required for cooking

For preparation you will need the following list of products:

• sugar – 600 grams;
• 83 percent butter – 300 grams;
• soda - one teaspoon;
• egg yolk - from two eggs;
• premium flour - 900 grams;
• egg white - from two eggs;
• powdered sugar – 200 grams;
• starch - one teaspoon;
• lemon juice - one teaspoon.

Nuances of preparation

The process of preparing gift gingerbread cookies can be divided into several stages:

• the sugar must be melted, stirring thoroughly until it becomes caramel;
• Pour 300 ml into melted sugar. boiling water and mix well;
• Add butter to the resulting liquid;
• After the sugar syrup has cooled, add egg yolks, flour and soda, stirring constantly. The resulting mixture is kneaded into a dough, which must be left to rise overnight;
• the next day, roll out the dough into a sheet about one centimeter thick. Gingerbread pieces of various shapes are cut from the sheet. To give shape it is possible to use pre-prepared stencils;
• you need to bake sweets at a temperature of about 180 degrees for 5-7 minutes;
• To prepare the glaze with which the finished gingerbread cookies will be poured, you need to beat the egg yolks, powdered sugar, starch and lemon juice until a thick foam appears. To add special elegance to the glaze, you can add food colors of different colors;
• You can additionally decorate the gingerbread cookies with anything you can catch your eye on, from grated chocolate to finely chopped multi-colored candied fruits.

A gift in the form of a bag for a child's first locks of hair

Such a gift, made by hand and decorated with embroidery, is traditional to give to a child on this bright and solemn day. It will not only be original, but will also become a memorable talisman for the baby for many years.

Materials for production

To prepare a bag in which the baby’s first locks will be stored, you will need the following materials:

• linen, cotton or satin - about 20 centimeters;
• an elegant satin ribbon - about a centimeter wide and about 20 centimeters long;
• various materials for decoration, for example, rhinestones, gilded thread for embroidery or lace.

Manufacturing process

In order to make a beautiful and original bag you need to perform a number of simple steps:

• the fabric must be carefully laid out face down on the ironing board and, turning three centimeters along the top edge, ironed;
• the resulting fold needs to be stitched;
• then the fabric is folded in half, right sides inward and stitched along the edges, retreating about 5 millimeters;
• the resulting bag is turned inside out and decorated at the discretion of the donor. To do this, it is possible to make flowers and bows using a satin ribbon, as well as make personalized embroidery with gilded thread.

Busyboard

Busyboard is an excellent gift for a child, combining originality and usefulness. Such a toy, which has many functions, is widely represented in stores, but if you make it yourself, it will become an even warmer and more memorable present. With the help of a busy board, your baby will develop fine motor skills, perseverance, thinking, memory and logic. It can be made of fabric or on a wooden base, but the most important nuance is to think through as many different bright elements and functions as possible.

Materials for production

To make a busy board, you will need the following list of materials and tools:

• a piece of polished board that will become the base;
• electric drill;
• a set of various screwdrivers;
• sandpaper;
• glue;
• hammer;
• nails and screws;
• as many elements as possible for making a bodyboard, which include: locks, handles, rings, and so on.

Manufacturing process

The process of making a busy board will require some skill and perseverance. It can be divided into several stages:

• the wooden base needs to be treated with sandpaper to make it as safe as possible for the baby;
• all selected elements are very securely fixed to the base, since a child can tear them off and swallow them;
• the remaining empty spaces on the wooden base are decorated at the discretion of the donor;
• At the end of the manufacturing process, it is very important to check the base for the presence of sharp corners and splinters, as well as the reliability of fastening of each element.