2006-07-24 07:42:46 · 43 answers · asked by azteccamera 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Diapers, they are a great start!
2006-07-24 07:44:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ask the mother! Seriously, the best gifts we got were the useful ones; a baby bath (£7), lots of bath stuff for baby (we didn't need to buy anymore for about a year!), and my personal favourite, some aromatherapy massage oil for luxurious moments when baby was asleep.
Also, an underrated thing, still being interested in mother and child 3,6,9 months down the line when they're not a cute newborn anymore.
2006-07-27 01:35:58 · answer #2 · answered by Janine 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best gift for a mom and baby is a BOPPY. Anyone who has ever had one will swear by them. They are great for the newborns to use as a tummy pillow, and for learning to sit up. Mom can use it for extra cushioning under her tush on less than comfortable seating to releve pressure points.
Diapers are always good, but be sure to check with mom to see what works for baby.
A coupon for 2 hours of baby sitting will do the trick. It will give mom some time to relax and take some time for herself. And you can do it right in the house, so baby will be closeby if mom really doesn't want to go too far away.
2006-07-24 07:50:01 · answer #3 · answered by Meesh 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about a Gro-bag?
A Gro-bag is a baby sleeping bags that are safe and don't allow the baby to over-heat or get too cold.
The baby can't suffocate because it can't get under the covers and it can't kick the sheets off and so bawl the place down because it's too cold!
Lots of Mums haven't heard of them so you'll be introducing her to something she will appreciate every night - restful, worry free sleep!
It also feels like a lovely gift, doesn't break the bank (they start at £10) is personal and so useful.
My baby boy (18mths) is still sleeping in one and finds it comforting- especially when away from home - we've never used all the sheets we bought!
You can get the original, branded versions below - or try Dunelm, TK Max, Mothercare and other baby suppliers
2006-07-24 10:06:41 · answer #4 · answered by FancyFace 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One lady gave a similar gift to both of my children... a cot toy with a cord you pull that plays a tune. My kids love them and they become their "thing to have at night" so now whenever my friends have babies, I get them something like this. You know that it will last a lot longer than some other toys.
People always get given far too many clothes in 0-3 and 3-6 months... so if you even consider buying clothes, get them for 6 months or larger, and make sure that you buy for the season that the baby will be wearing them in...
2006-07-25 10:19:12 · answer #5 · answered by dashabout 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can afford it give two gifts - one for the baby like a clothes set or toy.
The second should be something specifically for the mum to pamper herself like some nice luxurious toiletries or similar.
My sister got some great gifts for the baby, but really appreciated some of the small things meant for her.
People forget the woman gets stressed and messed about during the birth - get her something to make her feel special
2006-07-24 07:49:34 · answer #6 · answered by sweetcandytoffee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An hour of your time, to look after the baby while Mum is having a nap. It's all I wanted from people when I was a new Mum, and, sadly, the one thing I never got!
2006-07-24 07:47:07 · answer #7 · answered by Roxy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any thing is great but What I loved most after having the baby, was not material, Yes having a baby is wonderful, but often the mother just becomes MOM and she is human too remember that paying attention to Mom, and give her your time and an ear to listen. If all else fails just ask what she needs or wants.
2006-07-24 07:51:16 · answer #8 · answered by lak3rat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
having been a nanny for many years and seen how exhausted new mums are-especially if she already has other children-I would say a few hours of your time so she can have a rest/go for a walk/get a facial or just do nothing would be apprecitated more than most things money can buy.
2006-07-24 08:02:20 · answer #9 · answered by pinkandloopy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gift vouchers to a place like Boots or Mothercare. That way the mother can get whatever she wants/needs.
2006-07-24 08:37:35 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah, diapers are nice and expensive for moms but I prefer to get things that I wouldn't buy for myself or for the baby. A really cute (but too pricey for me to buy with all the other crap you have to buy) outfit for the baby would be great for example. Or, as was said before, watch the baby for a little bit so mom can take a nap.
2006-07-24 08:02:06 · answer #11 · answered by gumby 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋