New Mum Birthday Present Suggestions

AndyBSG

Hoping someone on here can give me some advice!

My wife gave birth to our first child earlier this year and it's her birthday in a few weeks.

I've got her a present from me in the form of a spa day but now have to buy her a present from our new born daughter(Personally I think our 4 month year old should be paying her own way and buying her own present but i've been advised by fellow new dads that's not how it works!)

Problem is I want to get something meaningful rather than the standard flowers/perfume/box of chocolates but can't think of anything.

I did subtly mention a mum and baby photo shoot but due to body insecurities arriving from pregnancy weight that was shot down. Jewelry is a no go as every item of jewelry i've ever bought her has been badly picked by me so i'm at a bit of a loss.

Anyone have any genius suggestions that will score me brownie points(preferably under 50 quid)?

LilElvis

I know you say jewellery is a no no, but what about a necklace, bracelet or charm with baby's fingerprint on it?

Not on the high street is a good place to look for these and other more interesting ideas.

heuchera

Does she read or watch films, or have any hobbies of her own, like sewing? Obviously she won't have as much time for that with a new baby but it might be nice to get something for her in her own right rather than something baby-related?

ognum

Could you take baby to one of those pottery painting things and put her hand and foot prints on a serving plate or bowl.

maman

ognum wrote: »

Could you take baby to one of those pottery painting things and put her hand and foot prints on a serving plate or bowl.

Or even cheaper still, make a footprint and/or handprint on a piece of good paper and put it in a photo frame.

pleasedelete

Nothing related to the baby. She may be a mum but she is still a person who has her own identity. Buy something that she would love that says that you both love her but recognise that her life isn't all about having a baby. So no baby pictures, handprints, pottery etc etc unless she has previously expressed a love for those items.

A present from a child wouldn't usually cost £50. Are you sure that you want to set the precedent. Next year you will be going to the shop with the child to chose.

PenguinOfDeath

AndyBSG wrote: »

I've got her a present from me in the form of a spa day but now have to buy her a present from our new born daughter

Err...Why?! No wonder having kids is so expensive!

I would agree with getting her something not baby related, she isn't just a mum now

TBagpuss

As you are getting a spa day, if you want to get something 'from' the baby why not get something linked? Maybe some nice bath / shower stuff (and a promise from your daughter that she'll hang out with Dad so her mum can enjoy a relaxing soak)

If she reads, consider getting a book - you can write something in it 'from' your daughter, if you want.

I agree with those saying not anything baby related (if you think that she would like that kind of thing, I think they'd be better suited as a '1st chirstmas' gift, or a gift to your wife to mark your daughter's first birthday

KRB2725

Some handmade vouchers for a lie in, a takeaway, etc etc. It was the best present I got after becoming a parent!

74jax

I personally wouldn't get anything baby related.

Can You not just write the baby's name on the gift tag with your name and buy a card?

Kynthia

Some women love the meaningful gifts 'from the baby' and others don't. Only you know if your wife is the sentimental type. If yes then the fingerprint jewellery, handprint stuff, etc will be appreciated. Not On The High Street or Pinterest are great for ideas.