Coming up with the perfect gift idea for a baby shower can be a daunting task. I'm the type of person who likes to give a really meaningful yet useful gift so it's usually something I agonize over.

Have you ever had that feeling? That feeling like you want to have the best gift at the baby shower? It sounds a little silly, but I know I'm not the only one.

In my experience - with all the baby showers I've attended and because of the gifts my babies have received - it's the personalized gifts that are most welcomed.

Diapers are always well received, but a picture frame with baby's name engraved on it is much more special and will definitely last more than a month.

One thing I like to do is make up abasket full of baby stuff like pacifier clips, bibs, travel size bottles of baby soap, powder, etc. which moms love. It's not exactly engraved with baby's name, but you can make it personalized by creating the basket ensemble yourself by using pretty ribbons and bows. Mom gets to keep the basket itself as a bonus so pick a good quality one that will last.

Are you handy with a hammer and nails? A nice custom built piece of furniture is something most people don't receive but they do make great gifts. My daughter was given a bassinet that was painted with cute little teddy bears. My son had a step stool made that was painted with blocks. You could also buy a pre-built piece and paint it yourself.

If you like to knit or crochet, a baby blanket that is handmade is always a treasured gift. You can also make booties, sweaters, knit caps, and even stuffed animals.

If you're really close to the family, you can start a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) for baby. This is something a lot of grandparents or godparents like to do. You put in a lump sum and it will sit there and grow as baby grows. The parents can choose to add to it if they like.

If you have the knack for painting or drawing and the baby shower is taking place after baby is born, you can paint or draw a picture of them for a gift. You can't get much more personal than that.

When it comes to gift giving, it really is the thought that counts. When someone sees how much thought you put into their gift, or their baby's gift, it means the world to them. If you're creative enough, you can come up with something that they'll never forget.