I am looking for ideas on what to give my wife as a gift for having our child. Is that something that is even done? Also, do I show up to the baby shower? Do I bring this gift to it, or do I wait until the baby is born?
2007-02-13 09:59:51 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
My husband showed up at the end of our baby shower, but only to get the leftover food. And for a gift, my husband got me a necklace that says "MOM" and the 'o' is a diamond. He gave it to me at the hospital after I had the baby.
Good Luck!!
2007-02-13 10:02:24 · answer #1 · answered by dodd319 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would recommend getting her a gift while she is in the hospital and something for her, (when a baby is born everyone brings gifts for the baby and Mommy is forgotten) you could get her a dozen roses, and maybe a coupon books (ie. one whole night of sleep where you alone get up with the baby...this is a wonderful gift).
As for the shower, I would not have wanted my husband there as it is all women and sometimes the chats can get a little to into details, would depend on how comfortable you would be there, or just give her that time with family and friends. Although some people are having Co-Ed showers now.
Good luck!
2007-02-13 10:05:42 · answer #2 · answered by eeyore9573 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you should let them have the party for a while, then join. Also, if your baby is due to be born in the middle of the month and you know for sure that is the month your child will be born (this won't work if your baby is due at the beginning or end of the month), buy her a nice (very nice if you can afford it) necklace or charm bracelet with all of your birthstones on it. And present it maybe when the 3 of you are alone after the baby comes.
Also some men have their OWN "baby showers". They invite friends for say a poker party or along those lines, door admission is a pack of diapers...I think this is a great idea...
2007-02-13 10:06:24 · answer #3 · answered by Proud Mommy of 6 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The baby shower is for the women. Just wait til the baby is born and take her a gift in hospital. Something cheerful helps because they can feel a little down after the birth.
2007-02-13 10:04:00 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are a thoughtful husband. Speak with the hostess about when to show up at the shower. She might want you to show up at the beginning and greet guests, or she may want you to come later for the gift unwrapping part. I suggest bringing a gift (jewelry with the baby's birthstone, perhaps?) to the hospital. If you also want to give her a gift at the shower, you could find a picture or figurine that depicts a mother and child. Good luck!
2007-02-13 10:04:49 · answer #5 · answered by ♥Lucky♥ 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I've never been to a baby shower where the husband has been present.So I say that if the person planning it invites you then show up....
Or at least find out when its supposed to end and show up 20 minutes before everyone leaves clutching a handful of your wife's favorite flowers and maybe a few balloons.that say I love you and Thank You.And a good gift hubby gave to me was my first necklace pendant that said MOM on it.Get something that reminds her of why everyone is there and something that represents the gift she is giving to both of you:) Maybe a ring with her birthstone in it and the word MOM with the baby's birthstone in it as well.
Just My Thoughts,
M.G
Congratulations Too
2007-02-13 10:06:19 · answer #6 · answered by Malia G 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a necklace that is usually out around Mother's day, but I sure wanted it when I had my 1st child and better get it this time with this one..lol. But it is the one with a Mother holding a child on it. I think those are just perfect! And if you were going to show up to the baby shower.. do it close to the end! I think it is awesome that you are wanting to be a part of it all.
2007-02-13 10:15:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd say, stay away from the shower.
As for a gift.
Wait till the baby is born and hire a nanny for the first ten years or so, but not a hot nanny get a stout one with glasses, like on the TV show.
Babies are awesome!
2007-02-13 10:36:46 · answer #8 · answered by edoubleyou 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You dont need to get her anything all the gifts are for you too it's your baby as well so if you do go just stand back out of the way and enjoy
2007-02-13 10:02:30 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think you can show up towards the end - you want to miss the shrieking women gooing over onesies - that's enough to make this woman gag. (I can only take so much cuteness!) =) BUT - everyone will want to see the daddy - and you'll be needed to carry the gifts home! =)
As for a gift for your wife, one word for ya, man: DIAMONDS, another word for ya: JEWELRY. My boss got diamond earrings for the birth of her daughter, and a diamond pendant for the birth of her son. My friend's sister got a diamond ring for each one of her two children. Another cool idea - get her a necklace or ring with the baby' birthstone. My friend's husband did that for their daughter - she was born in September, so my friend got a sapphire ring.
2007-02-13 13:35:54 · answer #10 · answered by zippythejessi 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋