Having a baby is one of the most amazing things than any couple can possibly do. The parents look at their child and see a little living, breathing miracle. Therefore it is only right that the occasion is celebrated.

Choosing the right gift for a baby shower is a tricky task but if done correctly can give the baby a great start to its life. The most important thing is to try and understand the parents mentality when choosing a baby gift for their newborn.

What do your friends or loved ones think?

The most important thing when choosing a baby gift is to find something that meets the parents happiness at having this wonderful thing in their lives and that matches their ideals for raising the child.

If you don't know these things right now there are a number of tricks you can use to find out:

• The parents, especially the mum, will be only too happy to talk about their baby and how they plan to raise it. Try and pick up ideas and suggestions.
• Observe the way they are preparing for the baby. Things such as the decoration of the babies room etc. are all good clues.
• Look at what they have already bought and think of complimentary gifts

Show them how happy you are for them

Having a baby is one of the greatest times in a couples life. Your baby gift is your chance to show them how happy you are for them. Buy them a really great, considerate gift and show them what a great friend you are to them.

Find a quality baby gift at a great value

There are numerous retailers selling traditional baby gifts such as clothes, toys and baby gift boxes

From here much of the work is down to you. You know your loved one better than anyone and you alone can choose the perfect anniversary gift for them. Nevertheless there are several online gift shops that offer a good range of anniversary gifts at good value.

Barbara Gordon is principal writer at The Good Gift Guide, a site that exists to to help you find that perfect gift for the person you care about on their special day.