The greatest gift is giving

For those of you who have not read Eveline’s blog post simply titled please will be unaware that her sister in law gave birth prematurely to twin boys Jenson and Lewis,  Jenson was born at 2 lbs 10. His brother Lewis followed less than 30 minutes later at 2 lbs 6.  Both were so tiny, they were taken away to be put in incubators. Mum was too ill to go and see them.

In Eveline’s post she  asked “If you would like to send my sweet future sister-in-law a card, letting her know that you are thinking of her boys, please contact me through Twitter, the Ning site or my email address ( ukeveline @ blueyonder dot co dot uk) and I will give you the address to send your card to.”

Having read Eveline’s post I was immediately taken back to when my girls were in NICU and I recall with perfect clarity the array of overwhelming emotions.  I recall seeing babies much smaller than my girls and I remember just how difficult it was seeing those tiny babies dressed in nothing more than a hat and a nappy.  You see twenty plus years ago there wasn’t anywhere that stocked premature baby clothes.

I contact Eveline and requested her address so that I could send an early Christmas present to Jenson and Lewis.  I am delighted that the outfits have finally been delivered.

I regularly send premature baby clothes to several UK neonatal intensive care units, however it was wonderful to be able to help an individual family.

This Christmas the greatest gift I will have received is the gift of giving, there’s no feeling like it.

If you or a family member is looking to buy a gift for a premature baby then please visit our on line store Prem2Pram

UK Hand Crafted For Baby

Showcasing the best hand made baby gifts the UK has to offer.    Wave goodbye to dull mass produced baby products and say hello to unique and stylish hand crafted baby gifts that reflect your own individual style.  If you would like to purchase or find out more about a particular product just click on the image and it will take you direct to the artists website.

These stunning hand painted personalised canvas name pictures are by the artist Kate Garrett of Devon.  Each picture is unique and designed to your own specification. Be it a watercolour or canvas each one is totally unique and will no doubt become a treasured keepsake of your little ones tender years.

 

Stunning hand painted wall murals by Louise of London make the ideal gift for a child’s bedroom or a baby’s nursery.  Be sure to visit the mural gallery and check out those murals in progress, it’s a fascinating process and well worth a look.

 

Hand Crafted For Mother and Baby

Continuing on the hand crafted baby gifts theme we are showcasing the best hand made baby products Blighty  has to offer.   So wave goodbye to dull mass produced baby products and say hello to unique and stylish hand made baby gifts that reflect your own individual style.

These gorgeous baby booties have been hand crochet in merino aran yarn by Sue of Nottinghamshire. They feature Celtic Sheepskin soles for added warmth.  A drawstring keeps them securely on fidgety little feet and adds extra detail to the design. The neutral colour makes them suitable for boys or girls , so an ideal new baby shower gift.

 

This cute embellished newborn babygro is by Prem2Pram of Lancashire it comes appliquéd with the letter S and a cute cowgirl hat.  A truly unique gift for a newborn baby girl.  S is  Sugar and spice and all things nice, because that’s  what little girls are made of.  The letter is could also represent baby’s name as S is also for Sue.

 

This adorable hand crocheted pony Arabella is by jarg0n of Rotherham, she’s a prize specimen judging by the rosettes on her bridle. with a glint in her eye and a swish of her tail she’s off galloping through the meadow. Arabella stands 12 hands high (cm)/(5 inch) and is 30cm/12 inch from her nose to the tip of her tail.

 

This delightful twin nappy cake is by TLC Nappy Cakes of  Essex, nappy cakes are the perfect gift for anyone celebrating the birth of a new born baby.  TLC nappy cakes are available for single or multiple births.  TLC is offer Premature baby cakes, so no mums need ever feel left out.  TLC Nappy Cakes are based on the design of a tiered cake, made and filled with baby essentials including:- nappies, sleepsuits, bibs, hats and various other hidden treasures.

 

This unique baby keepsake 925 sterling silver pendant/necklace is by Shpangle of  Leicestershire.  Pendant measures 25mm x 18mm and a lock of  your baby’s  hair is sealed with resin onto a sterling silver pendant backing. The pendant is hung from a sterling silver chain, the back of the pendant can be engraved with baby’s name and date of birth. This pendant would make a lovely gift for Mothers day.  Shpangle also offers smaller sized silver pendants, earrings and even rings suitable for containing a lock of hair.