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Baby Shower Gift Toppers

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Baby shower gifts are fun, but part of that fun is how you wrap or present the gift. One thing I like to do is to take something cute or practical and use it as a way to top off my baby shower gift. It makes it look really neat and stands out in the crowd. Sometimes finding that perfect something is the best part of the whole gift for me. Also be sure to check out the article on wrapping your baby shower gift by using the gift itself!

Aden + Anais Issie Blankets

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Aden + Anais have brought muslin blankets back into popularity. These are their security or lovey sizes, known as the Issie. These lovely loveys are lined with satin for the extra special feel that your baby loves. These are perfect for lap covers in car seats, special blankets for day care, etc., measuring 16 X 16. They also make adorable present toppers for baby shower gifts. They come in a two pack with the following fabric choices:

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Dress Me Up Organic Bonbon Baby Teether

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This adorable teether comes in four different patterns. It's made from organic cotton that has the colors grown in so that baby is not exposed to all those dyes and chemicals. There are also slight texture differences for picky babies. These are designed to have the ends dipped in water and placed in the freezer to provide cool comfort to teething babies. The joy is that they also make the perfect gift toppers, with the appearance of a small piece of candy!

Even better this organic cotton and lamb's wool is handmade in Canada and completely machine washable.

Vulli Sophie the Giraffe Teether

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The Vulli Sophie the Giraffe Teether has become a classic toy. It is phthalate and BPA free, made of 100% natural rubber. This soft fun toy is a great way for babies to teethe. That said, Sophie looks amazing on top of the baby present of your choice, particularly tied with ribbon to a gift bag.
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Cloud b Sleep Sheep

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This travel size version of the famous Sleep Sheep from Cloud b is a great gift topper. While the actual sheep is a soft toy and sound machine, perfect for the stroller or car seat, the dual duty as a present topper or gift bag dangle is great. And at eight inches it won't over power your gift. You can even use the built in Velcro strap to attach it to the gift. Parents will love the two timers for sleep and the fact that the sound box comes out for ease of cleaning the actual sheep. (Also available in the Gentle Giraffe version.)
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Haba Trioli Clutching Toy

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The Haba Trioli Clutching Toy is a great wooden toy and wooden teething ring. It's made from beech and maple and is a great toy for baby. But the ease of use as a baby shower gift topper shouldn't be underestimated - particularly for that gender neutral baby gift. This well constructed toy will last for a very long time and through many children. Another Haba option would be the Color Snake, which is also an enclosed ring, though not exactly circular.
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Kathe Kruse Car Seat Mini Mobile Alba

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This is a mini mobile for the car seat. The attachment strap makes it an easy attachment for a present or gift bag. The soft print with owls and woodland theme is gender neutral but sweet. The quality is high and the fun potential real with this simple but delightful baby toy.
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Sassy Bumble Bites Teething Ring

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This adorable and brightly colored teething ring from Sassy can really liven up any package. It's also a mere 4.5 X 1.25 inches. But one of the best things is that at around $5 it's not going to break the bank! You can attach this easily to a present because the wings of the bee are loops.
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