A blessed day
Christening gift list
Having your child christened, whether in a religious or secular ceremony, is a major milestone! It celebrates the arrival of a godfather and godmother in the family, and often brings the whole circle together for a party. But finding the perfect christening gift is not always easy. Make life easier for your guests with the christening gift list from Oh My Wish!
What gift to give for a christening?
Traditionally, the godfather and godmother give a medal on a gold chain or a bracelet, sometimes engraved with the child's name and the date of birth or christening. A silver cup is another classic choice. These symbolic keepsakes mark the importance of the day for their godchild, whether the ceremony takes place at church or at the town hall.
For the rest of the family, though, finding a unique gift that will truly please is often tricky! Money or a gift card? A music box? An original keepsake like a photo album? A night light, a cuddly toy? A toy or an outfit? A personalized gift? So many options! It's such a special celebration that christening gift ideas can be hard to find.
How much money to give for a christening?
There is no set amount: it all depends on how close you are to the child and on your budget. As a guide, family friends and guests often give between €20 and €50, uncles, aunts and grandparents between €50 and €100, and the godfather and godmother usually more, around €100 to €150, or a symbolic piece of jewelry (medal, bracelet) that will follow the child for life.
The easiest way to get it right? Check the christening list prepared by the parents: everyone picks a gift or contributes to the money pool within their budget, with no risk of a faux pas.
Why create a christening list for your guests?
The Oh My Wish! christening gift list is the easiest way to suggest gift ideas for your little one on this special day. Loved ones who can't make the trip can also take part by having a gift from the list delivered to you.
To create a free, customizable christening list, just add your ideas in one click with the browser extension and the Oh My Wish! mobile app. And there are no limits: it's multi-store! For your guests, it takes just seconds to find and reserve the perfect gift to spoil your little girl or boy. Symbols matter on this day: guardian angel, dove, candle, patron saint, butterfly… plenty of inspiration!
The christening list: the start of a new chapter
A christening is a meaningful, symbolic ceremony: it marks a new stage in your little one's life. It may be the moment for your family to plan the changes ahead: a new bedroom, a small savings fund for later, financing a trip or a special event, a premium keepsake, and so on.
Oh My Wish! supports you along the way. You can add a money pool to your christening gift list, so everyone contributes within their budget. Perfect when you don't know what to give!
The Oh My Wish! gift list lightens your preparations for your child's christening. Later on, you can turn it into a birthday list or a Christmas list.
Why you'll love it here
Multi-store
Wishes from all your favorite shops, gathered on one single list.
Browser extension
One click on any store and the wish joins the list: photo, price, link.
Anonymous reservations
Your loved ones reserve in secret: no duplicates, no spoilers.
Money pool
Big gifts get funded together, without the hassle.