Clueless on baby gifts
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Does she have a registry? If she does...I'd go with that 100% so you know it's something she wants and needs for the baby.
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Did you ask her or her spouse? They may know what they really need.0
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* Diaper genie. Poop management is often forgotten during the expecting/prepping stages. This is around $35
* Walmart carries a Safety cum grooming kit around $16. When her baby girl has a runny nose, the sucking tool comes in handy.2 -
Ask what they need or if they have a registry then something off of that.
If they say they need nothing and don't have a registry then size 1 diapers and a really nice baby memory book. Not a lot of parents can justify a 45$ memory book but some of them are so nice and I wish I had one lol
ETA- you can never go wrong with a huge box of wipes lol
Also this probably is not the right category to post in, next time you should post in the chit chat.0 -
I've heard hiring services out are wonderful gifts
- hire a cleaning service for the first month, etc.,
- food delivery service
- Hire a home doula which I've heard is a really good one - arrange to have them help w/ feeding, cooking, laundry, house hold stuff
If I was about to be a first time parent I think I'd love any one of these.0 -
Shouldn't be the OP question in Chit-Chats instead "Maintaining Weight?2
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teething bling is an awesome gift as are Aden&Anais receiving blankets. Otherwise giftcards to restaurants or grub hub.0
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Size 1 diapers and 1-3 month weather appropriate clothing are my go-to gifts. I give everyone this plus a set of refills since I found them to be a lifesaver with a newborn: https://www.target.com/p/munchkin-arm-hammer-diaper-bag-dispenser-bags-colors-may-vary/-/A-140261581
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If there's no baby registry then I would just get diapers (size 1+) or gift certificates for take out. I think getting a bunch of "cute" clothes and towels, blankets etc. is kind of a waste in most cases. A lot goes un-used and those tend to be the go-to gifts that most people get. I would hesitate to get her a baby carrier or something "bigger" because they probably already know which items they want and maybe already have them...0
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Good luck with the gift's ideas.0 -
Clothes practical ones not just pretty ones. Don't get new born size some babies start too big for them. Avoid nappies unless you know they aren't going the cloth direction. Don't presume and get them the cloth either. Vouchers for baby stores are the safest.0
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opps...ignor2
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i usually do a stuffed animal. and a soft blanket
eta: i do not do registries.0 -
Always buy something from the registry if they have one. If there there is no registry my go to is zip-up sleepers, size 1 diapers, baby wipes or I bring dinner or takeout one night after they are home.0
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i usually do a stuffed animal. and a soft blanket
eta: i do not do registries.
Just curious - but may I ask why? I am not a parent, but almost all of my girlfriends have multiple kids (and a few now have grandchildren) and they ALL seem to agree about how much they love baby registries, so they don't get a bunch of "cute" or thoughtful, but not-so-necessary items.2 -
seltzermint555 wrote: »i usually do a stuffed animal. and a soft blanket
eta: i do not do registries.
Just curious - but may I ask why? I am not a parent, but almost all of my girlfriends have multiple kids (and a few now have grandchildren) and they ALL seem to agree about how much they love baby registries, so they don't get a bunch of "cute" or thoughtful, but not-so-necessary items.
because a lot of it is functional. my family is very practical. i try to do thoughtful and practical with whatever theme the baby room is.
that and don't tell me what to do! You're not my mom
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Diapers, big freaken thing of diapers. You can never have enough!0
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seltzermint555 wrote: »i usually do a stuffed animal. and a soft blanket
eta: i do not do registries.
Just curious - but may I ask why? I am not a parent, but almost all of my girlfriends have multiple kids (and a few now have grandchildren) and they ALL seem to agree about how much they love baby registries, so they don't get a bunch of "cute" or thoughtful, but not-so-necessary items.
because a lot of it is functional. my family is very practical. i try to do thoughtful and practical with whatever theme the baby room is.
that and don't tell me what to do! You're not my mom
I see! Thanks for answering. I was expecting it to be a more unusual answer, maybe something about chains & big box stores.
I kinda get that, too. I recently attended 2 showers for the same expecting couple. First go-round there were tons of "adorable" items on the registry and I picked up a few. Second shower, it was closer to the wire so everything was really functional and practical. I got the mother-to-be some sort of breast cooling pads which was kind of hilarious to me, especially since I barely know her and I know nothing about breastfeeding supplies.1 -
Earplugs and booze. Get the new human a blanket.3
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RachelElser wrote: »Diapers, big freaken thing of diapers. You can never have enough!
@tinak33 recommended buying diapers through the Amazon Parent Saver Program for our friend's first shower. You choose the #of months to have diapers automatically sent to them, and as the baby grows, her parents can adjust the diaper size.3 -
Always buy something from the registry if they have one. If there there is no registry my go to is zip-up sleepers, size 1 diapers, baby wipes or I bring dinner or takeout one night after they are home.
K8eekins and I are planning on gifting our expectant mum friend with Freshly, otherwise her hubby will have her eating pizza everynight. I need to find something similar for breakfast and lunch too.1 -
Money. Diapers.0
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