It's finally happening, your BFF is having a baby. The shower is right around the corner and you're looking for the absolutely perfect baby shower gifts that will elevate you to favorite aunt status in no time at all. You're almost as excited as she is about the upcoming bundle of joy, so you want your gift to be extra-special and meaningful.

You've already planned the perfect baby shower, so now it's time to get down to finding that perfect gift. In this blog, you can find some of the best baby shower gifts out there that are guaranteed to please your BFF and cement your favorite Aunt status as well.

Handcrafted Gifts

If you're good with your hands and love creating DIY projects, then you can easily make something for the baby that mommy will love. It's a meaningful gift; one that you've put a ton of hard work into.

However, if you aren't crafty, or don't have the time to whip something up, then there are many handcrafted gifts you can order out there as well. From monthly milestone blankets to clay star wall hangings that feature the babies name and more, there is plenty to get if you want your gift to be handcrafted with love.

Something Just for Mom

Being a new mom is going to be tough. Midnight feedings, functioning on very little sleep, and still going about daily activities can get a new mommy down. Sometimes, your best bet is to pick up something for the baby and also pick up something just for mom.

From a cozy bedding set so she can sleep in comfort, during the few hours she gets to sleep, to a subscription service that sends her meals that are already prepared so she doesn't have to cook, there is plenty to give at a baby shower that is just for mommy.

Keepsake Gifts

What new mom doesn't want to cherish her baby's first milestones? You can help her make that happen with keepsake gifts. Presents such as a baby briefcase to keep all of the baby's paperwork in, a keepsake jewelry box or a personalized photo album will bring tears to mommy's eyes and give her a place to keep all of those precious memories.

Useful Baby Gifts

From diapers to bottles and from diaper bags to clothes, there's nothing that a new mom isn't going to need. There are tons of lists online that will tell you exactly what is needed for a newborn baby. You can also sit down with your BFF and find out what she still needs for the baby. Put together a gift basket of useful items for her to make her job just a little bit easier.

For example, if she needs a bassinet, you can get that for her, and pack it full of diapers, bottle warmers, newborn clothes and anything else that a new baby might need. This gives her a gift within a gift, and she will appreciate it more than you'll ever know.

Donate Your Time

Sometimes the best baby shower gift you can give is your time. Print up a coupon book of tasks that you'll help with after the baby comes home. Tasks such as cooking dinner, cleaning the house, being there when mommy is exhausted and needs to talk will go a long way towards helping your BFF adjust to life as a new mom.

Don't forget to offer those babysitting services so mom can get out and have some time for herself after the baby is old enough. Offering to babysit will not only allow your BFF to de-stress and regroup, but it will also allow you to spend time with the niece or nephew you love.

These are just a few of the best baby shower gifts out there you can give today. Remember, while things are good, donating your time and love to your BFF and her new baby will be priceless.