We've already given her baby showers for the first two - a boy and a girl.
2007-01-24 05:49:58 · 19 answers · asked by Dianne A 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Since this is her third, she probably doesn't need much clothes or furnishings. I image what she needs most is time. How about chipping in for a massage (for when she gets back from maternity leave) and see if you can get your boss to give her an afternoon off to go take the massage (so she won't have to try to get babysitting to take it).
Along with that, a nice basket (something that she could use to put toys and such in) filled with replenishable essentials like wipes, diapers, baby wash and such--you might find out from her ahead of time what brands she uses, because she probably has favorites now.
Also, you might consider getting "big brother" and "big sister" shirts for her older children (they probably need clothes more, truthfully, and it will help with jealousy if they get a gift too). You can find a lot fo cute ones by searching under "Big Brother" and "Big sister" at http://www.cafepress.com/ .
Also, I'd suggest the book "Oh David" by David Shannon. It's a great first book--short and colorful, with cardboard pages--and its one that her older children will enjoy too. We got this when my youngest was still a baby. My older son loved reading it with him, and would always say things like "That's like KYLE!" --- because it shows all these things that babies do like have stinky diapers and squirm when you're dressing them. It's a book that has given both my kids the giggles many a time.
2007-01-25 06:45:53 · answer #1 · answered by ecarian 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about a bunch of you in the office pool your money and go in for a gift card to Babies Are Us or someplace like that. She already has the basics and all big stuff, that would help her get some things that could use replacing like bibs and sleepers. Diapers are always a good gift, too. I don't know, I do think every baby needs at least some new things, even if they are the 3 in the family. A new little outfit would be nice, too. I think it's up to you how much effort you want to put into it, your co-worker I'm sure will appreciate anything you offer.
2007-01-24 06:34:02 · answer #2 · answered by disneychick 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I agree with a lot of the other responders....DIAPERS!! But don't be boring about it----be DISTINCTIVE!!! Have a custom diaper cake made.
Just imagine her coming into work to discover a 3-Tier cake done out in the style of her baby girl's nursery.....or layette. Imagine ladybugs, dragonflies, butterflies, or disco polka dots in brown and pink!!!
This cake can have a full package of diapers (whatever size you would want)....and then all those neccesary items that people don't usually get. Gas Drops, Teething gel, car seat toys, bath products, diaper products, WHATEVER you would want.
Have everyone pool in together at work....and then apply that money towards those little essentials every mom needs. She would be touched by the thought and the effort!!
Truly a memorable gift.
By the way....I make diaper cakes!!
2007-01-24 18:07:04 · answer #3 · answered by diapercakesbybecca 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My favorite gift ever (I have three kids): buy her a nice smaller size diaper bag that has plenty of pockets...then in each pocket place a gift card/certificate for takeout such as $10 to pizza hut, $10 to chinese, $10 to Subway etc. As a new mom of 3 she will be so thrilled to have these cards to help get some nice hot food that she doesn't have to cook. You can also buy the new baby girl a nice little outfit to put in the diaper bag...or a new bath set (I know my baby towel sets got pretty worn out with each baby).
2007-01-24 05:54:57 · answer #4 · answered by bgmom 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
you can never go wrong with a gift card! With this being her 3rd baby she likely has alot of stuff already. So you should definitely spare her the traditional stuff that most people get for first time mothers. Ask her what she needs (does she have a registry?) or just go her favorite store and pick up a gift card. I'm sure she'll appreciate that she can go and pick up what she really needs instead of being left with a thousand onsies and 400 pairs of baby socks.
2007-01-24 05:59:43 · answer #5 · answered by Tiffany D 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A gift card from her fav baby store. That way she can go out and purchase what she really needs for the new baby girl.
2007-01-24 06:35:10 · answer #6 · answered by byou2fulone 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A gift card to Babies R Us was my favorite gift! I got to go out and buy those little things I "forgot" I needed. Or, didn't even know I needed! Plus, those gift cards come in handy with diapers, formula, and baby food.
2007-01-24 05:53:02 · answer #7 · answered by Baby #3 due 10/13/09 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The book: The Irreducible Needs of Children by Brazelton and Greenspan.
2007-01-24 05:56:55 · answer #8 · answered by cassandra 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Maybe a gift basket with easy to prepare food, certificates for Free babysitting for her other kids. Anything to make it a little easier since its going to be tough, especially with 2 little ones at home.
2007-01-24 05:53:08 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
A gift card to Babies-R-Us or where she registered.
2007-01-24 06:00:00 · answer #10 · answered by a_bsimmons 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋