She really is a miracle child. She was born at 24 weeks, weighed 1 lb 1 oz and was 11 1/2" tall at birth.
2007-10-23 22:31:27 · 28 answers · asked by slk29406 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Senior Citizens
I always think that when a baby is so young, since they will not realize what is going on, there is something you can give that is not only special for them, but for the parents as well:
I would say, write a letter to that child. Tell them how special they are, and how much they mean to you. Put it in a very nice card, or little book.. just frame it in some special way. When the parents read it, they will be very touched. And, when the child is old enough to read and understand it, it will mean alot to them and make them realize that even from birth, they were loved and thought about. My guess is the child will be around the age of a teenager when they read it, and it will only strengthen the bond between you.
My aunt did this for my sister when she was born. I was always jealous of this when I was a kid, in a good way. Even as a boy, at 10 years old, I thought it was very thoughtful and special. 44 years later, my sister cherishes that letter from my aunt, and they have a speical bond that could never be broken.
This may all sound a little flowery, but I think it is not only a very thoughtful gift to a child, but the parents as well!
2007-10-23 22:38:03 · answer #1 · answered by Kevin Chisholm 2 · 10⤊ 0⤋
Nappies/diapers? They cost a lot of money and nobody ever considers giving them as gifts. I'm sure the mother would rather you spend £20 on something she will use than buy some toys which will be thrown aside so she can play with the box after 10 minutes (a 1 year old won't remember their first birthday anyway
2016-04-10 01:54:18 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What a special miracle she is, bless her heart. I think Kevin shared a wonderful idea with us. You might want to incorporate the letter into a scrap book where you can add a picture of her from each birthday and notes on her as she grows up . It's something she could look back on with fond memories.
2007-10-24 07:08:06 · answer #3 · answered by luvspbr2 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why not set up a college fund for her and get everyone to contribute. Then as birthdays, Christmas roll around, you all can keep up the tradition. $5 or $10 would really grow over time. Just a thought!
2007-10-24 04:24:11 · answer #4 · answered by deb 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Both of my kids loved this toy that was a container filled with different shapes (circle, square, and triangle) all brightly colored. You dump the shapes out, put the lid on, and then fit the pieces back into the holes of the right shape. You'd be amazed on how fast a baby can learn to do this.
2007-10-24 05:54:03 · answer #5 · answered by Rahrah 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
May I suggest Preschoolian shoes along with a baby quilt blanket? The baby quilt blanket was what my son really loved for some reason and the Preschoolian shoes are a big help for children.
2007-10-24 23:54:18 · answer #6 · answered by Wickwire 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I love giving gifts to kids, mainly because I get to sit and play with the kids...;)
A sweet hat and sweater set might be fun.
Hooded towel-there are some very cute hooded bath towels, I love the ones with animals or princess crown appliques on the hood. Maybe add a small bath toy.
Step stool-There are some very cute little step stools for toddlers...in many different colors. You could get one personalized.
Peek a boo books or any of these books:
"Goodnight Moon", by Margaret Brown and Clement Hurd
"The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle, or any of Eric Carle's books
"Happy Birthday to You" or "Hop on Pop) (BOARD Pop-Up) by Dr Seuss (pop up books seem to be very engaging for young toddlers)
"Who's under That Hat?" by Sarah Weeks (Pop Up Book)
"Guess How Much I Love You" by Sam McBratney
"Monster at the End of This Book: Starring Lovable, Furry Old Grover" by Jon Stone. We had this for our daughters years ago, they adored this book. It is still available at Barnes and Nobles
Xylophone, or a toddler's music set. Last Christmas I bought 'band in a box' style kits for all my grand-nieces and grand-nephews (ranging in age from 1 year old to 9 years old). The kids loved them, although I may not have been too popular with their parents...;)
Puzzles are always one of my favorites....the ones with the big knobs on the pieces.
2007-10-24 02:33:21 · answer #7 · answered by ? 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
A memory book is nice to look back on when the child is older.there is usually a place for a photo each year and pockets to put items in .
2007-10-24 02:02:33 · answer #8 · answered by Donna 7 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Clothes
Hair clips, ribbons, headbands, scrunchys
Soft blanket
Soft dolls and doll clothes
Bubbles and bubble maker
Purse
Tools (my 1 year old granddaughter loves her brothers screwdirver)
We give all our grandchildren "One Share" Disney stock for their first birthday. Prepare to spend a hundred bucks!
2007-10-24 04:25:05 · answer #9 · answered by Granny 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Buy her something soft and cuddly. So glad to hear she is doing fine. Every child is a miracle. But she sounds like she is blessed.
2007-10-24 01:31:29 · answer #10 · answered by Aloha_Ann 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋