I am considering a gift for the Doctor that delivered my child. What is the traditional gift for such an event?
I was thinking a 'silver dollar' or something similar.
Thanks.
2007-02-16 04:13:43 · 19 answers · asked by Ozymandias 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Just some info:
The doctor is a Military Doctor, so he doesnt get 'phat paid' for doing a good job.
Also, he did such a wonderful job, I think he deserves a small gift...
2007-02-16 07:19:04 · update #1
I know that people will say you are paying enough either out of pocket or through insurance for the birth of your baby. However, I did feel compelled, when my daughter was born to get a small gift for the doctor. I just felt that all the nurses, assistants and the doctor in the practice were so amazing and made me feel so comfortable for my 9 months, I really wanted to give a more personal thank.you.
So about a month or so after my daughter was born I went and bought a few cookie tins with "Mrs. Fields" cookies in it. I stopped by the office one afternoon after lunch and dropped them off with a thank you note and picture. That way it was a thank you to the entire office for such excellence in care.
They were so appreciative. It was nice because it was something for the whole office to enjoy. And the money was nominal, I spent under $20. It made me feel good to give them that token of appreciation.
2007-02-16 04:38:31 · answer #1 · answered by Erica C 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, the doctor does get a huge bill from us and our insurance companies, but they were also responsible for ensuring that our babies were delivered safely and that we got the proper care and guidance we needed. My mother has been diagnosed with numerous diseases and her doctors and nurses are so helpful that she ALWAYS gives them fruits and special dishes at Christmas as a thank you. They've kept her alive, and she expresses her gratitude. In return, they are ALWAYS nice to her and her doctors have even paid for certain medication for her themselves (she once had to take a type of injection that cost $1,000 per injection). While some say a thank you card is enough, it's really up to you. I plan on getting my doctor a thank you card, some home cooked foods (I'm SE Asian so I can make dishes he probably doesn't indulge in often), a basket of goodies for the whole office, and a picture of my son. It won't be pricy at all and I think even if I do spend more than I planned on, it'll be worth it because I have my baby in my arms!
2007-02-16 13:00:40 · answer #2 · answered by keonli 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's usual to send a picture of the baby. If you think you need to send something else, then how about a Muffin basket or cookies with a lovely thank you note. This way they can share with all the others in the office who also worked on you during the pre-natal appointments. They truly do not expect anything else.
2007-02-21 11:51:10 · answer #3 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The traditional gift is the thousands upon thousands of dollars paid out to him/her by you and your insurance company!
Send the good doctor an announcement with a picture of your beautiful bundle of joy, write a lovely thank you card and leave it at that!
Save your money for diapers, formula, college......
And congratulations on the birth of your child!
2007-02-16 12:22:37 · answer #4 · answered by rpost52 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I would think a simple "thank you" card with a picture of your little one would be nice enough. Your doc was only doing his job. After he gets out of the military, he'll have a good retirement and still be practicing. What kinda money do you think he'll be pulling in then? Just a thank you is enough.
2007-02-16 15:34:33 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is nontraditional though: how about a cute picture of your baby, then write (by hand) a note of thanks for safely bringing such an angelic person into the world. Package it into something that he can display on his clinic, sort of a commendation for services well rendered.
2007-02-20 22:47:50 · answer #6 · answered by Jumpin' in the Dark 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would ask to take your baby's pic with the doctor....then go home and in your spare time (hahaha) print it out w/ a nice card and mail it to his office or hand deliver it on a check up.
Honestly the insureance check is enough.
2007-02-16 12:26:55 · answer #7 · answered by christina k 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think just a thank you card would be appropriate. Or even a fruit basket. I really think the smile on your face is a huge sign of thank you that the doctor appreciates. They get so much joy being the one to delivery your child and they appreciate seeing your tears of joy.
2007-02-16 12:25:09 · answer #8 · answered by Proud Mother 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
How about that large pay check they'll receive from you and your insurance company. No need for a gift/tip. If anything... a thank you card with a picture of the baby
2007-02-16 12:18:20 · answer #9 · answered by baryymahoginer 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
It's a nice thought, but actully your doctor will get plenty enough of a gift when the insurance company pays. Isn't it gift enough that he's the first one to get to hold your baby?
2007-02-16 12:20:25 · answer #10 · answered by bluegrass 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋