Our neighbors from India are expecting a baby. Are there any traditional Indian baby gifts? With being so far away from their families, they are feeling homesick. I would like to give them a gift that reminds them from home. I would rather not ask them because I want to surprise them.
2007-01-02 12:40:45 · 4 answers · asked by leigh 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
If its still some time in delivery, you can give some good traditional Indian mythological books for the mom-to-be to read.
For kid: You can gift a silver spoon/bowl (small size...as if its just meant for kid) along with a silver idol of diety such as Ganesh/Krishna. You can also gift engraved sterling silver baby cups, dumbell rattles, feeding spoons, and loop spoons or select a silverplated Lunt Piggy bank, engraved.
One more thing: In India, traditionally people don't buy cloths before birth , reason being first let God give Kid, and then only we should be making preperations for him/her. (though things are changing now).
I am really touched by the way you are thinking for the gift......
2007-01-02 13:36:44 · answer #1 · answered by just_like_that 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A small silver bowl with a silver spoon in it to feed the baby. Indians use silver utensils to feed their children...
You are very thoughtful and kind !! I am sure they will appreciate even if you go there without any gift because your heart is in the right place !!! way to go dear...
2007-01-02 13:26:28 · answer #2 · answered by SP 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
since you didnt specify the sex of the first born child - a gold anklet will do. you cant go wrong here.
add a small garland of flowers, rose water and a new set of baby toiletries onto a tray with your gift.
2007-01-02 15:55:40 · answer #3 · answered by gs04 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
SP is right, some silver plates (plated) with the necessary accessories.
2007-01-02 13:31:10 · answer #4 · answered by x overmyhead 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋