Baby Step Stool Gifts - The Perfect Unique Baby Gift
Finding the perfect baby gift can take time, creativity and imagination. When looking for the right gift, try to find one that can grow with the child over the years. People tend to buy a toy or an outfit that can only be used for a few months or it is too fragile for the baby. Parents love to receive a practical baby gift that stands the test of time and serves a purpose. One easy solution is to look at hand carved wood stools.
When the babies are young, the wood step stools are a perfect way to decorate the nursery. They come in a wide range of colors and sizes and can be used to hold stuffed animals. As the child grows, this gift becomes more functional as the child uses it to reach higher items in the room, to brush teeth and wash hands in the bathroom, or to help in the kitchen.
When looking for the perfect stool, keep in mind the style of the nursery. Many people enjoy the hand painted stools that are personalized with the baby’s name. The seat can be painted to match the baby’s room theme or a bathroom theme. Many companies offer a large selection of designs to choose from that include sports, flowers, barn animals and transportation. As children grow, they adore the bright colors and fun designs that they can recognize and begin to label.
Other popular stools are the name puzzle stools. These step stools have the child’s name cut out of the top seat and the pieces are removable. This is perfect for when the child begins to identify his name and is learning how to spell. The pieces are solid wood and cannot be easily broken by little hands or stomping feet!
Stools are typically sold as one step, fixed, or flip top. The one step stool has four legs for the base and a flat top. The fixed stools have two steps and are higher in height so kids can easily reach sinks and counters. Often times, the top of the stool lifts up so children can store toys. The flip stool allows the stool to be used as both a step and as a seat. The lower part of the stool flips up so the child has a back rest or flips down so they can step up.
Personalized wood stools benefit not only the new baby but also the siblings. Older children can use the stools as a seat while a parent is tending to the baby or as an additional step in the bathroom or kitchen. Most families tend to have step stools in each bathroom, one in the playroom and one in each bedroom. As a rule, you can never have too many step stools! Have fun shopping for this unique and practical gift at baby boutiques and online retailers. And remember, the perfect baby gift is just a step away!
Author Amy Zaslansky owns http://www.thestorkstore.com and provides help on finding the perfect baby gift and birth announcement.
The Stork Store was started by a Amy Zaslansky, a mother who wanted a business in addition to her children. Over the past 5 years Amy has taken her idea and created a site that is user friendly and helps moms from all over the world. Amy was recognized for her work by NJ Biz Magazine as a Top 40 Under 40 for the State of New Jersey. This honor goes to business leaders under the age of 40 for their entrepreneurship and success. Her products have also been featured in several magazines including Better Homes and Gardens edition of Kid’s Rooms Etc. and Pregnancy Magazine. Find more insight from Amy at her own personalized baby gift website The Stork Store.