baby shower gifts - thoughts from a ftm
before baby, I neverrrrr knew the best gift to get for the expecting mom. typically, I’d pick something random from the registry and pick up a card and a little outfit. after having my own - my perspective has obviously changed. if you want to give the standout gift, here are my suggestions:
first things first - buy off of the registry (!!!) cannot stress this enough. these are extras
DOORDASH GIFT CARDS - sooo underrated, but our most used and most appreciated gift. aside from our freezer meals I prepped on a whim (see e-book for postpartum freezer meals, coming soon!), having DoorDash gift cards literally saved us. we totally underestimated how much time we would not have.
GIFT FOR MOMMA TOO - the best gift second to the DoorDash gift card was a postpartum basket for me. filled with my favorite snacks, nightgown, lip balm, slippers, etc. this was so thoughtful and we were able to reuse the basket in baby’s closet.
DIAPERS & WIPES - some moms may be particular when it comes to brands, ingredients, etc. but personally I loved having a stash of diapers and wipes. it saved us so much money and time at the beginning.
SWAP A CARD FOR A BOOK - many people are doing this now and I love it! write a message on the inside in lieu of a card
lastly, I won’t tell you not to get clothes, but if the baby is due in June, don’t buy it a Christmas outfit in newborn size…
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