My 3 year old son, Jason started Head Start about 6 weeks ago. He has been invited to a birthday party on the 17th. I don't know the child or the parents. In fact I really don't know any of the parents or kids in his class. Should he go to this party??? And what should I get for this child. I think it is a boy and his invation is from the movie " Cars". HOw much would you spend on a child you don't know? What do you think? Would you do it? I am going to stay their for the party! I am not going to just drop him off.
Thoughts and ideas for a present. I think this child is turning 4.
Thanks and have a great weekend!
Jennifer
2007-02-09 08:19:38 · 19 answers · asked by LITTLE 1 :o) 6 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
How do you think the parents feel about me bring my 1 month old son with me. He has to come with me because I am breastfeeding him and my husband is working! Would you be offened if a mom brought her newborn with her to the Birthday party?
2007-02-09 08:52:48 · update #1
well, it should be ok, if you are there with your child. I think you shoul let him go[if he wants so, ask him first]. It would be a good chance to let your son make a new friend and you will be able to meet the parents.
suggested price range: around $10
call, and ask the parents what he is in to [besides Cars]
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=4767437
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=4126724
he probably already has the movie but....[mabey you can ask the parents if he has the movie]
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this one looks interesting:
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=4126439
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this looks fun and intertaning:
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=5272892
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=5192575
a shirt:
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=5148718
walmart search: Cars
http://www.walmart.com/search/search-ng.do?search_query=cars&search_constraint=0&ic=24_72&ref=null
2007-02-12 18:11:52 · answer #1 · answered by LÅÛ®ËÑ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He is obviously friends with this other child otherwise he wouldn't have been invited and he should definitely go. You definitely should stay so you get a feel of the birthday boy's family as well as the other families in his class. These parties are usually only a couple of hours and your son will really enjoy it. As for taking your one month old baby along, shouldn't be a problem. If the invitation has a phone number for RSVPing, then give them a call and let them know that your son will be joining in the festivities but explain about your baby and the fact that you are breastfeeding. I'll almost bet there won't be a problem. Try and breastfeed just before you go, so that you won't be leaving the party often to feed. After all, all the other mothers there have been through this and it is the most natural thing in the world.
As for the price of the present, since you don't know him very well and he is only four you could either do a gift voucher from a toy shop or just get him what your son would like (kids that age generally like the same things) and I think $20-25 is a reasonable amount to spend.
Enjoy the party and good luck.
2007-02-09 10:25:48 · answer #2 · answered by mayeranthea 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is what happens when your kid starts school and its normal to be a little nervous, but this is not the last time by far.
Relax, it should be fine to go and this can be your opportunity to meet some of the parents and the kids.. Since you are staying, then its probably no more different than taking Jason to the local playground and letting him romp with the kids there. I am sure you don't know them all. :-) I know its nerve wrecking because you love your son, but he's growing up and this is the first step.
As for a gift, its hard because you do not know what the parents may forbid the child to have i.e candy and/or video games. So I say coloring books and those washable markers. They always work. kids love them and parents probably will not take offense to them. :-)
And have fun! It will be fun and Jason will have a great time. Please do NOT forget to bring some headache medicine and make sure you are well rested. LOL
2007-02-09 08:34:57 · answer #3 · answered by babygyrl_nyc 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would say don't go because of the 1-month old. But, if you fee like your child would have fun playing with classmates, then contact the mom and ask if it's ok to bring the baby (which I'm sure will be no big deal). Since you don't know anyone, it'll be a good time to discuss the program, the teacher, and find out other parents' views on education programs in your area. :) My son will be 4 in April and I wouldn't spend more than $10-$15 on a gift....anything car, truck, or moving will be just fine :)
2007-02-09 10:19:03 · answer #4 · answered by chnchita 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'd let him go. He'll feel excluded if he doesn't. Also it will be a good chance for you to meet some of the other kids and parents in his class. As for the gift, go to Walmart, get a cute card and a gift card. Put about $10 - $15 on the card. $20 if your budget allows.
That way the child's parents can chose an appropriate gift for the child and you don't have to waste a lot of time shopping.
2007-02-09 08:30:38 · answer #5 · answered by txharleygirl1 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would let him go, but stay there with him. If the b-day theme is Cars, then it's pretty obvious the b-day boy likes Cars. You can get lots of Cars themed gifts for under $10 at Walmart. If not, Walmart has gift cards and even has one with a Cars theme! As far as their acceptance of you breastfeeding your 1 month old at the party, it isn't any of their business, if they don't like it, so what. Most parents I've met through my oldest son's preschool and kindergarten classes have been very nice..no bad experiences as of yet! Good luck!
2007-02-09 09:16:14 · answer #6 · answered by shanesmommy01 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well for a 3 years old kid, that maybe not enough. How about getting a video of the movie 'cars'. That may take up some of their time and you could do some clearning up as they are watching the show. Advance HAPPY BIRTHDAY KID.
2016-05-24 02:26:16 · answer #7 · answered by Kristyn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, I think it's fine for you to be there with your baby. My guess is that there will probably be other moms in the same boat.
Don't spend too much on a gift because the parents may wind up feeling like you outdid them which is never a good thing.
Perhaps a coloring book and crayons from the movie "Cars" or a "Cars" puzzle or a couple "Cars" action figures. $10 tops.
Have fun!
2007-02-09 09:09:55 · answer #8 · answered by Shrieking Panda 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
of course he should go to the birthday party! it will help his social skills! call the boys parents up and ask if you can be there b/c you dont feel comfortable b/c you dont know anyone! i would say spend anywhere from 20-40 dollars you dont have to over due! as you can see from the invite that he likes the movies cars! so get him something like that! a shirt maybe..or a toy from cars! and get a gift recepit soo then can exchange if incase he has it already!
2007-02-09 08:27:22 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I invited some of the children from my son's daycare and they came. She didn't know us, but the children were friends and that made it easier. At the age of 4, you can get just about anything. Try a cars coloring book with washable markers. Or if you want to get a little more expensive...give him movie tickets and then plan to take him and your child to the movies one weekend. It's a great way for children to learn to interact with other children outside of daycare!
2007-02-09 08:42:51 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Let your child go to the party let him be able to get to know his classmates better. If you want befriend their parents get to know them. As for a gift it doesn't have to be anything big or anything expensive. Try looking in the toy section at a store and look at the toys ages 4 and up maybe let your son help you pick it out.
2007-02-09 09:06:54 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋