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t*s_mommy December 31, 2010 at 6:36 am

since a b-day and baptism are 2 totally different things, i would get something like a cure little outfit or something for the b-day gift, (maybe even a gift card or something) and for the baptism i would get something a little more special, like a pair of cross earrings, or a cross necklace, something that would reflect the religiousness of the celebration. OR.. just get a card saying congrats for the baptism, write happy b-day in it and put some money or gift card in there. good luck!

Miki December 31, 2010 at 5:52 pm

There’s a website called Cafepress where you can find tons of t-shirts. Anything you’re looking for! I ordered some baby stuff before from a Cafepress store called Pink Plum. You have to type in the whole url to get to it: http://www.cafepress.com/pinkplum. I recommend this store all the time because they always have different things. The store has a baby section and I ordered a onesie that said Baby McCutie. I also ordered the teddy bear that had the matching t-shirt. It was really cute.

diapercakesbybecca January 1, 2011 at 6:04 am

You could get them both nice, small frames from Things Remembered or even a department store. The idea being that you would send them a photo of your baby when he/she arrives….that would probably be a gift they would both like!

PrincessJ January 1, 2011 at 6:10 pm

~blowing bubbles~candy~scented sachets~mini bubble bath~cookies~compact mirror~cookie cutters~bath salts~wine bottle stopper

Tammy J January 2, 2011 at 5:47 am

Send out some really cute Thank You cards and some pics of the new baby when he gets here! As far as your cousin,(that was so sweet of her) treat her to a day at the spa or just a simple pedicure. Good Luck

JMc January 2, 2011 at 6:15 pm

I am dying for a teething necklace so my baby can have something to chew on while I am holding her that will not fall on the floor every time she lets go of it. I know it sounds like a mom gift, but it would benefit both and would be a sweet bonding gift. I am attaching two links: one is for one that is about $20 and the other is $150 and up. If your situation/relationship is one that makes the more expensive one appropriate, you could look at it as a sweet heirloom that could be given to baby for his own baby one day.http://www.smartmomjewelry.com/http://www.mommasjewels.com/mjproducts.html

susanb January 3, 2011 at 6:05 am

There is a great web site giggle.com that has really nice, environmentally friendly stuff.

Mom of Marley January 3, 2011 at 6:11 pm

There’s a four week difference between “within a week” and “our five-week old”…I had my thank you notes sent within two weeks. When you have kids, you have to learn to multi task. Fact of life. Sounds like you are just putting off until tomorrow what could be done today. If you don’t want to send thank you cards, just don’t send them. However, don’t keep saying “Oh I’ll get around to it…” when you know that you never will.

Jess:Mom of 4 girls January 4, 2011 at 6:08 am

Yea hand made stuff like the others suggested. maybe you can through together a hand made cook book of some of your favorite recipes. Or make your own fruited vinegar.

newly preg January 4, 2011 at 6:19 pm

No, tell them that you absolutley adored their gift, but you had to exchange it because the car seat didn’t fit properly in your car, the baby fell in love with the swing that you now have, the bassinett was perfect but you realized baby was getting so big so fast that you exchanged it for a larger one, etc. I guess the point is not to hurt their feelings and let them know that their gift was not wasted. Wouldn’t you want someone to exchange your gift for something they really needed?I think saying that you sold it is a bit harsh and that you never appreciated it to begin with.

caviness January 5, 2011 at 6:22 am

I don’t like to pick out gifts anymore, its either wrong size, or they don’t like it, or exchanges, and the list goes on. I have been giving gift certificates to a store that they person likes. It’s easier on me if they get what they want. I won’t buy the bank gift certificates because they charge. As far as books Borders would carry lots of child raising.

Rachel January 5, 2011 at 5:45 pm

you can make a simple pacifier holder, they are made by crocheting onto a safety pin, making it about 8- 10 inches long. The Pacifier is tied on to one end and the safety pin is put onto say mom’s shirt of baby’s shirt, So when dropped, it never hits the floor or gets lost. Do a search on-line for a pattern.Here is a easy to follow pattern for booties and that site has lots of other baby patterns. http://www.bevscountrycottage.com/bevsbooties2.html

Eric January 6, 2011 at 6:05 am

Baby Whatknots sells Jungle stuff, pacifier clips, blankets, burp cloths, etc.

Just tryin' to help January 6, 2011 at 5:45 pm

Generally, you get ONE baby shower – no matter how many children or the genders. The “big” stuff (furniture, strollers, car seat, etc) should be gender-neutral. That way you can use it no matter what the child’s gender and you can also use it for future children. You can register for this stuff.Will you be breastfeeding or bottle feeding? You can register for supplies for either.Swings, high chairs, jumpers, etc are generally gender-neutral items.Do you have an idea for what you’d like to do with the child’s room? Will you be going “all-out” pink or blue? You could pick some neutral (beige, tan, yellow, green, whatever) sheet sets and such.I’ve been to quite a few showers for a yet-unidentified child. It’s basically the same as a boy/girl shower…with a lot less clothes.

Linda January 7, 2011 at 5:47 am

Maybe explain to your friends the situation you are in and be honest with them , im sure they will still want you there regardless of if you turn up with gifts or not. and if it upsets them, well they are not exactly a true friend afterall if all they want are the presents. You could make them a nice card with a nice verse inside which you can find what to say on the internet. I know i wouldnt mind if someone took the time to do that for me. Good Luck

My Angel's mommy January 7, 2011 at 6:13 pm

Wow, this is so sad. I think that the OP means that the couple has already received the gifts, and if they should return them to the people who got them. I’d say whatever they feel comfortable with. I doubt they have the time and energy to deal with returning gifts right now. If they do plan on trying again, I’d say put the gifts out of sight or even store them at someone else’s house and keep them for the next baby. The most important thing right now is dealing with the grief. I think that if I got someone a shower gift and heaven forbid the baby died, I’m not going to be expecting my gift back. That’s tacky and heartless.I’m so so so very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to your brother and his fiancee.