Baby Picture Frames - The 7 Most Popular Baby Frames

Babies are such an adorable addition to your life that you’ll find yourself trying to take pictures at every moment. The difficulty comes not only in choosing which picture to display but in choosing the perfect baby frame for your picture. Luckily, there are baby frames available in almost every size, style, and color imaginable. Once you have decided which pictures to display, start your search for the perfect baby frame.

To help you sort through the myriad of baby picture frames, we’ve narrowed your search to seven of the most popular types of baby frames.

Decorative Baby Frames
Decorative Baby Frames are the most common baby frames. These frames come in wood or metal and can be decorated with miniature baby items, like baby shoes or a baby rattle. These decorative baby frames are designed to be displayed on a table top or dresser as they are usually 4x6 or smaller and hold a single picture. Don’t worry about not being able to find the perfect decorative baby frame as there is a huge selection to choose from.

1st Year Baby Frames
1st Year Baby Frames are designed to capture baby’s entire first year. There is space for every month. These cute decorative frames are a great keepsake and come in a matted wood or metal finish. However, the pictures in this frame can be small, so if you want a larger version you can create your own first year baby frame. If you want to hang the display, consider purchasing an 11x14 wall frame and then design your own mat layout.

Baby Footprint Frames
Baby Footprint Frames are a wonderful way to capture a brief moment in time. Babies grow so quickly and a baby footprint or hand print frame will be a reminder of that precious time. There are two ways of making the impression - a molded material and ink hand prints or footprints. Most baby footprint frames have two openings - one for the impression or ink print and the other for a photo of the baby. The only problem with these frames is that they can be quite messy and may not always turn out just the way you want them. Unfortunately, often the hand/foot printing material either sets up too quickly or does not leave a clear hand or footprint.

Baby Sonogram Frames
Baby Sonogram Frames are designed to do just that - display the baby’s sonogram picture. The only challenge with these frames is that these frames often only have one opening so once the baby arrives this frame outlives its usefulness. If you want to combine the sonogram picture with a baby picture, you may want to consider using a shadowbox frame instead.

Baby Hospital Bracelet Frames
Baby Hospital Bracelet Frames are a clever way to display baby’s hospital ID bracelet. These frames include a small narrow opening for the bracelet and a place for a picture. If you want one small baby keepsake, this frame is it. But, if you want to gather keepsakes and display them together, you may want to consider creating a shadow box frame with the baby items you choose.

Baby Shadow Box Frames
Baby Shadow Box Frames are ideal for displaying baby’s first keepsakes in a single keepsake frame while keeping them safe behind glass. Shadow boxes are available in a variety of sizes, depths and colors, so you’ll be certain to find one that is perfect for your items. Shadow box frames make it possible to display different shaped sized objects in one baby frame. You can display any baby item that is precious to you - that hospital ID bracelet, baby’s first spoon, even a piece of a favorite blanket and keep them beautifully displayed with your favorite baby pictures.

Engraved Frames and Precious Metal Frames
Engraved or Precious Metal Keepsake Frames are made of silver plate, sterling silver or solid pewter. Silver plated frames have a beautiful sheen that goes well with any decor. Sterling silver, more expensive than silver plate, is a luxurious high quality frame sure to become a cherished family heirloom. Most silver plate and sterling silver frames are now available with a lacquered finish that keeps their finish from tarnishing. Sterling silver and silver plated frames are available with or without decorative baby items so you can find a frame that suits your particular style. Solid pewter baby frames are another popular option for baby frames. You can find solid pewter baby frames in plain solid pewter or lacquered enamel for added color. To add a personal touch to your frame, you can have your frame engraved as long as there is a smooth, flat surface and room for the words.

Hopefully the next time you shop for baby picture frames, you’ll know exactly what you want and save time and effort in finding the perfect baby frame.