My daughter is 20. It's her first and I am clueless as to what a Dad brings to his daughter's baby shower.
2007-02-09 17:12:03 · 20 answers · asked by Geno M 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I think you should get her two gifts. One, a nice size gift, like a stroller, or crib. The other should be a sentimental gift, like a special outfit from grandpa and a teddy bear. I think she will be overwhelmed by the thoughtfulness of her father toward his grandchild.
2007-02-09 17:16:27 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Ask her if she has a gift registry, which is a wishlist of specific baby items she creates with a store. You can access most registries online these days or just print it out at the store itself. The registry kiosk is usually located in customer service, the jewelry department, or in the baby gear department.
If she does not have a registry, you could give her a piece of furniture for the nursery that she does not yet have. A cushioned glider/rocker with ottoman, for example, is a GREAT gift for a new mom -- and something she might not think to buy for herself with all the other expenses she has right now.
If you really have no idea what she has or doesn't have yet, a gift certificate to Babies R Us or a superstore that sells baby items would be great.
Speaking of gift certificates, I just saw on the Pampers website that you can order gift certificates for diapers now, which can be redeemed anywhere Pampers are sold. I think that's an awesome gift idea and you know she'll definitely use that! I'm currently pregnant and would LOVE a gift certificate for some diapers!!! Diapers cost about $20/box these days, so they're not cheap. Here's the website for that, if you're interested: http://us.pampers.com/en_US/giftcertificates.do
2007-02-09 17:22:54 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
how great that you are going! many guys - even husbands and fathers - don't do that. you should just get her something for the baby, and it doesnt have to be huge... she would love it if you put in the effort to pick out a cute little outfit by yourself, or a toy or something. an ''i love my grandpa'' outfit would be very appropriate! also many times the grandparents-to-be will buy a big item, like the crib, stroller, etc.
if you want to do something just for your daughter,maybe get her a couple movie tickets or a restaurant gift cards, and give her those along with a coupon for free babysitting from you. that is sure to be appreciated! or something like a new bathrobe and slippers for at the hospital.
but also dont feel like you absolutely have to bring something. just being there (and helping clean up and load presents into the car!) is enough. it sounds like you are a very supportive father, and you daughter doesnt need a gift to appreciate that! congrats on your new grandbaby on the way!
2007-02-09 17:20:26 · answer #3 · answered by Rebecca O 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with a lot of the folks here...about one of the big ticket items from the registry...practical and helpful...
I would also get a sentimental gift (if you feel comfortable enough to) like the Robert Munch book, I'll Love You Forever or Grandpa's Angel...inscribe the front to the mum and the new babe...
Grandpa's Angel is a book by Jutta Bauer it shows how Grandpa's charmed life may be due to someone special watching over him all along.
I'll Love You Forever shows the unconditional love a parent has for thier children...written in a sweet tone with even sweeter pictures...
books are a beautiful legacy for an elder to give to a child...they don't cost a lot and they are so meaningful...
Congratulations, Grand dad...
I'm sure whatever you get will be lovely and appreciated...
2007-02-09 17:35:10 · answer #4 · answered by nackawicbean 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is there another family member who would have an idea for something she needs for the nursery? Usual gifts would include clothes (yellow or white if you don't know the sex), soft baby blankets, soft baby toys, washclothes, keepsakes, such as photo albums or picture frames with baby theme, special baby silverware,..anything like that would do,but as the father, if you can afford something of more use(i.e. more expensive:) a stoller,bassinet, playpen,or carseat would be better, but of course you need to find out if she needs anything like that. If she has all the necessities, I would lean towards something memorable. Any upscale giftshop or baby specialty store should have a good selection. Congratulations on your new descendent!
2007-02-09 17:20:46 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
My parents saved the big gift until my daughter was born. They went to the Mint and got an uncirculated set of coins from that year, and had her name and date of birth engraved on them. It is something my daughter will always cherish, and can kept until she is older.
Do you know if she's having a boy or a girl? What about things she needs for the nursery? There are always gifts like blankets, clothes, teddies, or even arranging a nappy service. The service delivers clean nappies, and the collects the dirty ones. They do all the washing and cleaning for you....
2007-02-09 17:20:03 · answer #6 · answered by silphil 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Billy Crystal has written a really sweet book about being a Grandpa. You could get it (or any book about being a Grandpa) and write a note to the baby.
Two books actually:
I Already know I Love You
Grandpa's Little One
My dad got me "The Little Prince" (that's what I was calling the baby before he was born) in French and in English and wrote sweet notes in them. A note for me and a note for the baby in each version.
2007-02-09 17:42:51 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest that dad give her something sentimental. I will always remember one thing I got out of all the rest. I was given a simple shoe box with photos of me and my parent inside. Every one had a writing on it of what they were feeling on it when the photo had been taken. There was a small note of games to play with baby, and things he wanted to pass down (stores, words of wisdom). There was a letter to me as I was when I was a child, one for being and adult, and one for being a new parent soon. I also saw a gift certificate in there for a spa for time for "me" for after baby, and a reservation card for me and them with a tiny note that said, "You will always be my baby." It was then I realized that I was graduating away from being the baby to being very busy and spending less time with mom and dad in the future. That box of memories past, present, and future are still with me although I have had it for over 6 yrs. I will never forget the thought that went into making it from a man that said very little when it came to expressing feelings but loved me so much. There was even a note in it to the baby to read when it got older about how he was looking forward to being his/her grampa. These are gifts you cannot buy but are from the heart.
My mother made a video for the baby. She snuck out and got footage from all the people we love (far and near, family & friends) and gave it to me at the hospital after delivery. These are the 2 things I got I still treasure greatly. I hope this helps.
2007-02-09 17:44:47 · answer #8 · answered by Desiree M 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ask her what she wants or if she needs anything. Has she got a cot, pram , bassinate , change table? If she hasnt got any of the major items you need for a baby then give that to her. Or if that doesnt help maybe buy her a gift voucher for her local baby shop and she can go and pick what she would like.
Good Luck!
2007-02-09 17:19:06 · answer #9 · answered by channy_simon 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Normally dad's aren't invited, but usually the dad's get them big stuff like a baby swing, the last shower I attended, the dad gave her the cradle. If you can't decide, you should just give her a gift card.
2007-02-09 17:16:34 · answer #10 · answered by california girl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋