If my baby registry barely has anything except clothes, a high chair, car seat, etc. and a family member wants to know what else our baby needs, would it be okay to suggest paying for swimming lessons or baby gymnastics?
My husband's grandma would want to buy us a big purchase, but we don't have much left to buy, so would it be okay to mention it to her?
(this is our first baby)
2006-06-28 09:07:59 · 18 answers · asked by WannaBeMom 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
It doesn't seem like a bad idea. Its still a gift/present that someone can give to you and your family. Its something your child will use in the future. Besides, you can always start a new trend for baby gifts!
2006-06-28 09:10:42 · answer #1 · answered by SharkPrincess 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I definatly think this is a good suggestion for a family member or person so close they are like family. You could even say "well we really have most of what we need, but we would love to do Baby and Me classes but we aren't sure its in the budget." then when they ask "is that what you would like" you could say "Sure that sounds wonderful, I can even take lost of pictures for you!"
However... I think you would be far better served to make sure you have supplies first and if they don't want to buy off the registry a gift certificate is a great idea because there will be things you didn't realize you needed etc. Diapers are expensive, and you go through wipes like they are going out of style. **HINT, only 1-2 packs of newborn diapers, otherwise baby will outgrow them!, You can buy one more pack if needed**
Also, a gift certificate to a resturant or to Scwans Home delivery are great options because the last thing you want to do is cook and clean when the new baby comes home.
I have never really done baby gym classes, but I can say for certain that if I had 100.00 to spend and money was tight I would certainly pass on the classes and go for items/food/services that I need far more.
2006-06-28 09:26:19 · answer #2 · answered by laketahoedragoness 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i told my mom about anything i wanted for my shower. that way, she would tell people as they RSVPed.
in your case things may be a bit different.....
first, i thought my registery was small until i asked some friends that are moms to take a look at it and, well....it grew, FAST!!! there were so many things that i didn't even think about needing...and i mean needing!
second, if you really think that your registery is exhausted, then i don't see anything wrong with asking for her generosity by way of swim lessons...as long as they aren't too expensive. also, you could videotape the baby's lessons, so grandma has a gift too! she could see her gift being used!
next time she asks what you need, then just mention that most of your registery has been purchased and you could use some swim lessons or something like that....
see how she reacts and if she doesn't like the idea, then have a back-up to mention to her.....
take care and congrats!
2006-06-28 09:15:59 · answer #3 · answered by joey322 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think definitely!! That way they see their money going to good use.
It's like the new honeymoon registry thing for weddings, people put in money for you to take a honeymoon. I think she/they would be delighted with the idea.
What if you added it to your registry? Um, I mean make up your own baby registry website, something quick and easy and add these types of things as well as bonds, college fund etc...You could print it off and hand it to those people who ask what you want or need. Just an idea.
2006-06-28 09:22:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely! She is still purchasing something for the baby :o) Maybe you could suggest a gift certificate to the place you want to go for baby gymnastics that way you could sign up at your when you and the baby are ready... I think it's perfectly fine.
2006-06-28 09:12:45 · answer #5 · answered by lilybean 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I woudl think that would be ok, but instead of some kind of classes that the child wouldn't be able to use for awhile, why not ask for a baby ring, or a baptism dress. That has a lot of sentimental value, and it's something your child will have from it's great grandmother that it will cherish for a lifetime.
2006-06-28 09:13:49 · answer #6 · answered by batmantis1999 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't see why not. People can go to where ever you plan on getting lessons and probably buy a gift certificate for whatever amount they choose, whether it's $10 or $200. Good idea!
2006-06-28 09:27:04 · answer #7 · answered by missionhtg 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they've asked, I think it's a fabulous idea. I got so much crap I didn't need and so many things I didn't get that I had to buy...they'll probably get a kick out of being able to contribute to something original, something that will have longlasting effects. Go for it!
2006-06-28 09:11:29 · answer #8 · answered by SurferRose 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't see why not. Also, you could tell them an American Express Gift card that way you could use it anywhere you want. People asked me what I needed when my daughter was born and I told them and it helped tremendously. I thanked everyone profusely for all their gifts (including sending personal thank you cards) and sometimes gave them an update months later to tell them how their gift was put to use.
2006-06-28 09:14:42 · answer #9 · answered by treasures320 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you don't feel that it's out of their price range, then go ahead. If it is, you could have several people pitch in towards the lessons.
2006-06-28 09:12:54 · answer #10 · answered by IcU81b4 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋