What is a good baby shower gift?

A good baby shower gift is one still in use at nine months. The three that qualify most reliably are a 3-pack of organic muslin swaddles (about $38, used as swaddle, nursing cover, stroller shade and burp cloth), a boxed layette gift set (about $58, arrives already wrapped), and a milestone blanket and card set (about $44, photographed monthly for a year). Avoid newborn-size clothing: most babies outgrow it in six weeks.