Baby Picture Frames are perfect for displaying beautiful baby photos
Baby picture frames are a beautiful way to display favorite baby photos.
There are many different types of baby photo frames to choose from. Here are a few baby picture frame ideas and tips to help you choose the perfect baby photo frame.
Baby gender
One way to choose a baby photo frame is to consider the gender of your baby. If you are looking for a baby girl picture frame then you might be thinking pink and more pink! Photo frames with flowers, butterflies or doll illustrations are also girl specific and are a beautiful baby girl photo frame idea.
If you are searching for a baby boy picture frame then there are lots of gorgeous photo frames to choose from in all shades of blue. Another baby boy photo frame idea is to choose a frame with boy specific illustrations such as trains, trucks, planes and other transport vehicles.
If you don’t know the gender of your baby or are buying a frame for a baby shower gift, choose a gender neutral color such as yellow or green or a mix of different colors. Silver baby picture frames or pewter baby photo frames are a great gender neutral option for a baby shower gift.
Size of baby photo
You will also need to check the size of the baby photo you want to frame before choosing a baby picture frame. It is possible to buy baby picture frames to suit various photo sizes.
What size is the baby photo you want to frame and display?
Orientation of baby photo
Check also whether your baby’s photo is a portrait (vertical) photo or landscape (horizontal) photo before you buy a baby photo frame. Some baby picture frames have writing or pictures which limits the frame to one orientation, either horizontal or vertical so keep this in mind when deciding on a frame.
What is the orientation of the baby photo you want to frame?
Colors in the photo
You might like to also consider the colors in the photo you want to frame when choosing a baby photo frame.
For example:
- A black and white photo of your baby may be enhanced in a sterling silver baby frame or pewter baby frame.
- A photo of your baby in a red Christmas outfit may suit a red frame or a frame in other Christmas colors such as green or gold.
- A photo of your baby in a white christening gown would look perfect in a pure white frame or glass frame.
- A photo of your baby playing in the sand at the beach may suit a blue frame.
Are there are any stand-out colors in the photo you would like to frame, such as the color clothes your baby is wearing or colors in the background?
Where the photo was taken
You could also consider the location of your baby when your baby’s photo was taken when choosing a baby photo frame.
A photo of your baby at the beach may suit a more casual wooden frame whereas a formal portrait of your baby may suit a formal silver frame.
Photo frame location
The place in which you plan to place the baby photo frame in your house may help you choose a baby photo frame.
Once you have decided where the frame will go in your house, consider:
- the color of the décor in that room,
- style of furnishings/formality of the room,
- the materials the furniture in that room is made out of,
- whether the frame will go on the wall or on a table and
- how much space you will have for the frame in the location you choose.
For example, when choosing a baby photo frame for your baby’s nursery you may want to consider a frame that fits in with the color scheme, the decorating theme e.g. teddies or the timber of your baby’s nursery furniture such as a cot and change table.
If the frame is to sit on your bedside table or chest of drawers you may want a smaller frame as there is not a lot of space.
You may even like the idea of displaying a photo of your baby on the Christmas tree. If so, you will love a Christmas tree ornament photo frame.
Another idea is displaying your baby's photos on your refrigerator. Baby picture frame refrigerator magnets are perfect for this!
Where do you plan to display your baby photo frame?
Baby keepsakes
Consider whether you would like to include baby keepsakes alongside your baby’s photo in a baby picture frame.
Some baby picture frames allow you to also frame keepsakes such as:
- the signatures of friends or family who were at your baby shower or who visited you in hospital,
- an imprint of your baby’s tiny foot,
- a hospital bracelet.
It is possible to also buy a photo frame especially for ultrasound photos.
Would you like to include a baby keepsake alongside a photo of your baby in a photo frame?
Special occasion or “first” photo
If the photo of your baby was taken on a special occasion such as their first Christmas, first birthday, first Halloween or christening you might like to consider a special occasion photo frame. Other “first” frames include first steps, first haircut and first tooth.
Is your baby photo a “first” photo and would you like to frame that photo in a special occasion photo frame?
Number of photos
You might like to also consider how many photos you would like to frame.
If you would like to display more than one photo, a baby first year picture frame is a great way to have a collage of photos in the one frame. The baby first year photo frame will allow you to display a photo of your baby from each month of your baby’s first year.
Do you have a number of photos you would like to display in the one frame? How many photos do you want to display in the frame?
Gift idea
Baby photo frames are a thoughtful gift idea. Here are some baby picture frame gift ideas for Dads, Moms, big sisters or brothers, Grandparents or Godparents.
Gifts for Dad
A baby picture frame makes a great Father’s Day gift, birthday gift or Christmas gift for Dad. A photo frame with “I love my Daddy” written on the frame will definitely make Dad’s day.
Gifts for Mom
A baby photo frame is the perfect Mother’s Day gift, birthday or Christmas gift for Mom. A lovely photo of Mom cradling baby in a frame with “Mommy and Me” written above will be treasured by all Moms.
Big Brother or Big Sister Gifts (Sibling Gift)
If your baby has an older brother or sister, a photo frame displaying a photo cuddling their new little brother or sister is a wonderful gift and a great way to promote sibling love.
Grandparent gift
Grandparents will simply adore a photo frame with their precious grandchild displayed. Photo frames are especially good gifts for the grandparents who have everything and are a great Fathers Day, Mothers Day, Birthday or Christmas gift idea for Grandma and Granddad.
Baby shower gift or new parent/ new baby gift
Baby photo frames also make great baby shower gifts for the mom-to-be or a gift for the new parent. Choose a gender neutral frame if the parents-to-be don’t know the gender of their baby.
Godparent gift
If you are looking for a Godparent gift, a baby photo frame with a photo of their godchild displayed will be loved and appreciated by the godparent of your child.
Baby Photo Frame Features
You may find it easier to decide on a baby picture frame by considering all the different types of picture frames available. Here are some features of baby photo frames and some tips for deciding on a frame:
Color
When choosing a baby picture frame consider which color frame and mat you prefer. You might like a neutral colored frame with a colored mat or a colored frame with a neutral mat or no mat. Some baby picture photo frames have writing on the frame in different colors.
There are many different colored frames and mats to choose from including pink, blue, red, purple, yellow, green, white and silver.
Here are some tips to help you decide on a frame’s color:
- Check the colors in the photo you are wanting to frame. For example, a black and white photo of your baby may be enhanced in a sterling silver baby picture frame or pewter baby picture frame. A brass frame may suit a Christmas photo of your baby that has gold decorations in the background. A photo of your baby in a white christening gown would be gorgeous in a pure white frame.
- Decide where you are going to display your baby’s photo. If you are going to display your baby’s photo in his or her nursery then you might like to match the frame color with the nursery color scheme.
- Perhaps you like the idea of a gender specific color for your baby’s photo frame, pink baby picture frame for a baby girl or blue baby picture frame for a baby boy. There are lots of frames to choose from in different shades of pink and blue from pastel to stronger, brighter shades.
- If you are buying a frame for a baby shower gift or are pregnant and haven’t found out the gender of your baby choose a photo frame in a gender neutral color such as yellow or green or a mix of different colors. Silver baby picture frames or pewter baby photo frames are a great gender neutral option for a baby shower gift.
Size of photo space
Most photo frames are designed for a standard rectangular 6x4 inch photo. However, if you are looking for a photo frame that suits a different sized photo there are frames that suit oval, square and circle shaped photos. Also it is possible to buy frames that suit smaller rectangular photos such as 2x3 inch and 3 ½ x5 inch photos.
Different Shaped Frames
If you are looking for a baby photo frame that is a bit different to the traditional rectangular frame here are a few ideas:
- Rocking horse baby picture frame
- Bunny frame
- Rocking Bunny frame
- Stork frame
- Car frame
- Bear frame
- Elephant frame
- Hippo frame
- Baby foot frame (My First Step)
- Noah’s Ark frame
- Flower frame
- Baby crib with mobile charms frame
- Baby shoe frame (baby boy or baby girl shoe)
Orientation of frame
Most photo frames are able to be positioned both vertically and horizontally. Some baby photo frames have writing or pictures which limit the frame to one orientation, either horizontal or vertical, so keep this in mind when purchasing a frame.
Illustrations
Some baby photo frames have cute illustrations in different themes.
Here are a few themes to choose from:
- Animals
- Bugs
- Favorite Characters
- Flowers
- Moon & Stars
- Sea Life
- Teddy Bears
- Transportation
Pattern
Some photo frames have different patterns, here are a few examples:
- Polka Dot
- Gingham
- Stripes
Frame material
Baby photo frames are made out of a diverse range of different materials including:
- Pewter
- Brass
- Acrylic
- Ceramic
- Sterling Silver
- Porcelain
- Wood
- Glass
Choose a photo frame material that will enhance the photo of your baby. For example, a black and white photo of your baby may look best in a sterling silver baby photo frame or pewter baby photo frame. A brass frame may suit a Christmas photo of your baby that has gold decorations in the background.
A beach photo or outdoors picture of your baby may suit an informal wooden frame. A christening photo may look beautiful in a frame made out of glass or white ceramic. A formal portrait of your baby may look best in a sterling silver frame.
Where you display your baby’s photo will also make a difference in which type of frame you choose. A sterling silver frame may suit a formal living room.
Writing on Frame
Some photo frames have a verse or saying displayed on the frame. Here are a few examples:
Frames for cute baby photo
- "Miracles Can Happen"
- "Cutie"
- "Am I Cute or What"
- "Our Baby"
- "Cute as a Bug"
- "Rub a Dub me in the Tub"
- "My First Step"
- "Baby"
- "A Baby is a bit of Heaven on Earth"
- "Precious Little One"
- "Oh Baby"
Frames for baby boy photo
- "Little Man"
- "Our Son"
- "My All Star"
- "It’s a Boy"
- "Prince"
Frames for baby girl photo
- "Sweet Pea"
- "It’s a Girl"
- "Princess"
- "Cutie Pie"
- "Angel"
Frames for a Mom and Baby photo
Frames for Dad and Baby photo
- "I love my Daddy"
- "Daddy & Me"
Frames for a Baby and Sibling photo
- "Me and My Big Sister"
- "Me and My Big Brother"
- "Big Brother"
Frames for Parents and Baby photos
Frames for Grandparents
- "Mum’s lips, Dad’s eyes, Grandad’s chin and Grandma’s Forever"
- "My Grandson"
- "My Granddaughter"
- "Grandma and Grandpa’s Ray of Sunshine"
Frames for sonogram photo
“First” frames
A baby photo frame is a wonderful way to celebrate and display a baby “first” milestone or special occasion photo. Photos taken to celebrate the following occasions or milestone deserve a special frame:
- First Christmas
- First Birthday
- First Halloween
- First Steps
- First Haircut
- First Tooth
- First Smile
Baby First Year Picture Frames
A baby first year picture frame is the perfect way to display a collage of photos from your baby’s first year.
When buying a baby first year photo frame check that the spaces provided for your baby's photos are a good size. Some baby first year photo frames have baby's first year photos surrounding a photo of your baby when they are one year's of age. Others have all the photos positioned horizontally.
Babies grow quickly so it is lovely to have a reminder of how your little one changed and grew up each month in their first year.
Christening/Baptism frames
Personalized Baby Picture Frames
Some picture frame companies allow you to personalize a baby picture frame. You can personalize the frame by adding your baby’s name, date of birth or message. A personalized baby photo frame is a wonderful keepsake for your baby.
Specialized Frames
Here are some examples of specialized baby photo frames:
- Sonogram baby photo frame/ Baby scan photo frame/ Baby ultrasound picture frame
- Baby shower picture frames
- Photo frames for twins
- Christmas tree ornament frame
- Photo bracelet
- Photo frame baby monitor
- Night light frame
- Poetry Baby Photo Frame
Keepsake Frames
Some baby photo frames allow you to frame keepsakes along with a photo of your baby. Here are some examples:
- Signature Photo Frame
- Baby Handprint or Baby Footprint Photo Frame
- Foot moulding Kit and Baby Picture Frame
- Baby Hospital Bracelet and Baby Photo Frame
- Birth Record Frame
Whether you are:
- a new parent looking for a frame for a favorite photo of your baby,
- a friend or relative searching for a baby shower gift or new baby/new parent gift,
- a new parent looking for a picture frame as a gift for their husband, wife, baby’s grandparents or godparent or
- proud grandparents who are looking for the perfect baby photo frame to show off your new grandson or granddaughter….
…best wishes in choosing the perfect baby photo frame.
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