I think diapers are a great gift. You always need them.

Nappie's baby lotion baby bath a soft flannel and maybe a couple of spare dummy's in a nice basket are all cheap and look very effective if arranged nicely in a basket.

Or you could be completly unconventional and buy a little something for mum instead of baby I usualy do that because everyone buys for baby but it is mum who has done all the hard work maybe a voucher for a beauty therapy session or just some nice smellies ina bsaket so mum can chill and relax in the bath after baby is sorted.

A gift certificate so they can get something that they really need, especially if you know that they are responsible and will not take it out and blow-it on something that is not necessary. Or pick her up one day and take her shopping when you know that her husband or significant other or b/f is their after the baby is born, that way she gets a break too.

Actually anything will be nice. Its the thought that counts. Diapers, wipes, socks, baby soap, lotion, and clothes are all the essentials.. But like sandyallen said you could just do a gift certificate and let them pick out something. And I also like the idea from diamond splinter. Maybe a gift certificate to a hair salon or a nial place for mom.... Good luck hun

The most usful things I got at my shower that were handy are

diapers
tylenol
plastic(disposable spoons/bowls) great for travlelling
butt cream
socks
crib bedding
wipes
baby soap
nail clippers(ive been through 4 already) they get lost so easy

all the things ppl never think off clothes is always the first choice

You can go to walmart and get a johnson &johnson basket with body wash, cream, shampoo and oil . It comes in a basket which she can also use later....Its about $10-15.

I agree with gift card or buy something u think is cute with a gift receipt. Then, it's entirely up the them what they prefer. If they have a double at least they can return and get something else. I had 2 outfits that were exactly the same and 3 babyshower cards that were the same! Went to exchange the outfits.

Good luck! The main thing is that ur thought is with them. Happy shopping! :d