Baby’s First Christmas (Part 2 of 3)

As grandparents, a loving aunt or uncle, or even godparents, Baby’s First Christmas can be the beginning of a special tradition to accompany that special relationship as the child grows. Why not start a collection to add each Christmas?

You may want to check with parents if you want some ideas, but that’s not necessary. This will be a gift from you to the special little one, a gift that will mean more as the child grows.

My sister-in-law started such a collection for our niece for her first Christmas. Now that she is 9 years old, she can appreciate the collection of ceramic bears that her mother has kept for her all these years. They give you special memories of the aunt who gives them to you. Obviously the bears weren’t toys he could play with, he got them, but now that he’s older, he can appreciate the new one he gets every year.

Collections can be based on any theme. And the choice is obviously based on the donor, as well as whether it’s for a boy or a girl. Bears and dolls are always great for girls, while trains and animals or other figurines are great for boys.

Be sure to select carefully when starting a collection. You want to know that the collection and the source will be available for years to come. You can find great selections either locally or you can order them online from places like Personal Creations.