From the moment of the sacrament of baptism, a guardian angel appears next to the child, who will accompany the little man all his life. Christening is a special holiday, which is attended by the closest and dearest people. On the day of the celebration, it is not customary to demonstrate financial capabilities. When choosing what to give a girl for christening, one should give preference to memorable items and amulets. This rule is especially relevant if the family is serious about matters of religion and belief.
Gifts from the godmother
On the day of the sacrament, the godmother becomes a spiritual mother for the child, and from that moment, like the parents, is responsible for the upbringing of the girl. Presents from a woman carry a certain emotional and semantic load, because any object will become a powerful talisman not only for childhood, but also in adulthood.
Options for classic gifts from the godmother:
- Baptismal clothing... This is the most important gift for a christening girl from her godmother. The kit should include a canopy. This is a diaper or towel with Christian symbols. The child is wrapped in this fabric at a certain point in the ceremony. Also, the future godmother prepares special clothes in advance - a cap, booties, a shirt. It is desirable that all items are white. All these items are not washed off after baptism, but simply dried. It is believed that baptismal clothes can play the role of a talisman, and in moments of illness, the child is wrapped in a canyon so that he can easily endure the illness and recover faster.
- silver spoon... This is one of the traditional gifts from the godmother on the occasion of the sacrament of christening. Instead of one item, you can present a whole set, which, in addition to a spoon, includes a small cup or plate.
- Icon with a guardian angel or saint who patronizes the girl... In the old days, there was a tradition to present a measured icon according to the growth of a baby, but now it has already lost its relevance. Of particular value are images of saints that are made by masters to order. But you can also buy an icon in an icon store. In the process of acquiring, you should ask whether the icon is consecrated or not. If necessary, the icon can be consecrated in any church.
Gift from the godfather
According to tradition, the godfather presents the child with a pectoral cross. This pendant accompanies the girl all her life. If at a more mature age a girl wants to change the suspension for another, then the baptismal cross is carefully kept not only as a reminder of the sacrament of baptism, but also as a powerful talisman.
Silver is most often purchased, since it is believed that this metal has a beneficial effect on the body. But, you can choose a cross from tin, wood, gold or other material.
In addition to the cross, it is appropriate to present a small children's bible with beautiful illustrations.
To make a nice gift not only to the goddaughter, but also to her dad and mom, the godfather can organize a professional video filming or photo session. Also, it is often the godfather who most often pays for the ceremony.
Gifts from relatives
In order not to get into a mess, it is best to ask young parents what to give a girl for baptism. It is better to do without surprises than to hand over things that will never be used for their intended purpose.
Gift options that will always be appropriate:
- Certificate for the purchase of goods for children or money in an envelope will undoubtedly come in handy for a young couple who are just beginning to establish their life.
- Diapers, bedding sets... An excellent presentation from a grandmother. For sensitive skin of a child, it is best to choose natural fabric.
- Jewelry... This is the most common christening gift for a girl. A pendant, pendant, earrings, chain, bracelet or other product will do. It is appropriate to apply engraving on the surface of the product, which will remind of the day of the sacrament and the donor.
Gifts from guests
Guests most often give practical gifts that young parents can use for their intended purpose.
- Beautiful clothes... Among the gifts to the girl from the guests, she takes the first place. These are different sets, dresses, overalls, suits. But when choosing, you should give preference to things for growth. Babies grow up very quickly in the first year of life, and need a complete wardrobe change every three months. If you hand over a large amount of clothes for a certain age, then there is a possibility that the child will not even have time to try on most of the things.
- Bed linen or cot bumpers... The most common options are kits featuring famous cartoon characters or fairy tales.
- Educational toys... These are various dolls, stuffed animals, musical toys, strollers, doll clothes. You can purchase an option that will be interesting to the child after a while.
- Handmade photo album... The child is constantly growing and changing. Surely parents will want to stop the moment and keep it in memory. In the album, you can not only stick pictures, but also write down comments. It can also be replaced with a digital photo frame.
- Developing mat... This presentation option is suitable for the little ones. As soon as the girl starts to crawl, the rug will lose its relevance. The rugs are always bright, multi-colored, equipped with hanging structures. Also, many products are capable of making certain sounds when you press a certain point.
Choosing an icon
People who are believers present objects related to religion. When deciding which icon to give a girl for christening, pay attention to the following points.
Icon of the saint, after whom the girl was named. It can be an icon of St. Barbara, Anastasia of Rome and others. There are many named icons, and several saints may have the same name. Before deciding on the choice, you should find out exactly who the child is named after. The namesake saint is approached with personal requests and various problems.
If a child was born on a certain holiday, for example, the Annunciation, then an icon with this plot will be appropriate as a present for baptism. You can also purchase an icon depicting a saint who is remembered on the day of the celebration.
Images of Panteleimon the Healer or Matrona of Moscow are given to children who were born weak and often need medical attention.
Do not forget that christening takes place only once, and the icon will be kept throughout its life. You should choose products that will not fade after a short period of time. The highest quality icons are considered to be made of sheet silver. They do not lend themselves to mechanical stress, and do not deform, since the base of such an icon is made of high quality wood.
You should also consider the option with handwritten aged icons. This is a wonderful christening gift for a girl. The icon, made of solid cypress or oak, is not afraid of moisture or temperature extremes.
Memorable gifts
Many friends and acquaintances are wondering what to give the child for the christening of the girl so that the day of the celebration will remain in the memory for a long time. There are some interesting ideas for implementing this idea:
- Medallion "My desire"... An unusual and beautiful version of what to give for a girl's christening. This is a piece of jewelry that sits on a chain. Inside the medallion, you can place an engraving or a greeting card for a girl.
- Cubes with pictures... For the manufacture of toys, only environmentally friendly materials are used, and the cubes cannot harm the child. Photos of children are placed on the surface of the cubes. During the game, the baby will remember the appearance of all relatives much faster.
- Set for making an impression of a handle and a leg with a frame... Such a present is able to stop the moment and save one of the most priceless moments in life. The finished cast is prepared as a painting and is used as an element of the interior.
- Silver or gold coin with the image of the Guardian Angel... On the second side, it is customary to make engraving with the date of the celebration and wishes. Such gifts for a christening for a girl are a good financial investment. The coin comes with a certificate and a gift case. Often a capsule with a movable element is inserted inside the coin.
- Handmade porcelain doll in the shape of an angel... A beautiful product will decorate the room of the hero of the occasion, and serve as a kind of amulet.
- Pouch for the first cut strands... During the baptismal ceremony, the priest cuts off a small part of the child's hair. These hairs are carefully stored. The bag can be bought or sewn by hand.
Practical gifts
Do not forget that a young family is just beginning to equip life, and many items or devices will not become superfluous. Christening gifts for girls can also be practical.
- Warm blanket and orthopedic pillow or mattress.
- Electric clothes dryer. Especially true for those who live in an apartment.
- Baby care cosmetics set.
- Highchair for feeding the baby.
- Stroller.
- Warmer toy with cherry pits inside... If desired, the girl's initials are embroidered on the surface of the product.
- Yoghurt maker.
- BusiborThis is one of the most popular educational games. You can make it yourself or order it. Thanks to the toy, the child develops logic, thinking, memory, attention, perseverance, fine motor skills.
What is important to consider when choosing presents
Before choosing a present, you should ask young parents what exactly they need. Perhaps they already have a specific device or item. The conversation will help you avoid unpleasant situations.
When buying care products, you should pay attention to the composition of the cosmetics. Products must not contain minerals, essential oils or other additives that can cause allergies.
When buying toys, it is important to consider the age of the girl. If she is only a couple of months old, then a big car or bicycle will definitely not be needed anytime soon. Older kids won't play with rattles.
For a beautiful presentation, use a wicker basket and put all the items in it. You can also use ribbons or lace for decoration.
The gift should be complemented by a flower arrangement for the girl's mother.
What not to give for christening
There are things that definitely should not be presented to a baby for a holiday:
- Soft toys - they take up a lot of space, collect dust and are very rarely used for their intended purpose.
- A large and massive cross - it symbolizes a heavy cross that a girl must carry all her life.
- Alcoholic drinks. The exception to the rule is Cahors.
- Toys made in China. Often, such products give off an unpleasant odor, and can also pose a threat to the health and life of the child.
- Used things.
- Vitamins or baby food. Each child has his own diet, which is selected individually.
- Toys that can make loud and harsh sounds.
The sacrament of baptism is a special day not only for the girl, but also for her parents. The most important thing on this day is not gifts, but emotional support. When presenting a presentation, it is important to choose warm and sincere words. To make the holiday bright and memorable, you can bring beautiful custom-made sweets or helium-filled balloons.
