Even in tough times, your friends and family are getting married and hosting baby showers. Actually, one of the bizarre characteristics of economic lowspots is that engagements and weddings spike in popularity. So when it comes to finding perfect baby gifts, the secret is not in the pocketbook but in something infinitely more resourceful and creative. The way to shop in these times is with your heart on your sleeve. This article will outline some easy ways to focus on that inner knowledge to find the perfect gift without spending a lot of money.

The first trick when shopping for loved ones is to notice where you do your best brainstorming. Don’t stand in the aisle at a department store to shop for unique baby gifts, because the possibilities have already been drastically limited. Clueless what I mean? Try taking a walk. I find that thinking while moving can bring up more creative ideas, especially if you are walking some place you feel relaxed and at ease.

Now focus in on your relationship with the individual you are shopping for. Let the memories come up, along with the good times and inside jokes. Next, think about your friend’s situation: getting married, having a baby, changing careers? Focus on the dynamic life changes that define this person’s world right now.

Here’s my favorite part of this process. Touch base with your intimate or heart-level connection with your friend while logically remembering her greatest needs as a result of her present life situation. Just hold these two things at the same time, like juggling, and stay open to sudden insights. I’ve found that the perfect baby gifts will literally materialize in my minds eye by using this process. The best part, of course, is that this brainstorming session is money-blind, so the right gift may turn out to be a thoughtful trinket or reminder of times past.

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