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I'm co-hosting a baby shower for a friend who is having twins. It is a couple's shower, and I'm hosting along with 3 other women.
I have 2 kids and I'm giving my friend all of our hand-me-downs. She wants them, I checked first. :)
I'm giving her a $200 bassinet, $170 Graco swing, 2 bouncy infant chairs (the ones that recline), baby clothes, a diaper bag, bottles, 1 infant sling (the one you put over your shoulder and it cradles the baby by your chest, 1 infant backpack carrier, and a booster seat. There might be more stuff, I just can't remember now.
This is all stuff my husband and I would have sold if we weren't giving it to them. Do we still need to get them baby shower gifts?
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No, all that plus hosting the shower is enough. When the baby is born, you could get her a little token thing if you want, but not necessary.
No, all that plus hosting the shower is enough. When the baby is born, you could get her a little token thing if you want, but not necessary.
Things you wished you registered for/bought?
Loving Bab
I'm finishing up my registries (two), mostly because I am bored and have already rearranged the baby's room, lol.....and was just wondering if there was anything you ladies forgot to register for or something that you bought later on that you wish you had earlier...thanks :)
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Well my oldest is now 7 years old. I had a small medium sized diaper bag, and a large diaper bag. Honestly you would be better off getting a sturdy backpack, because you're going to have a diaper bag for at least 2-3 years. I got tired of hauling my purse and the diaper bag around, so I just got a really nice backpack to keep everything in. You're going to carry around diapers, wipes, diaper rash cream, possibly bottles & formula, toys, to keep your bub happy while your out and about. It's better to just keep it in one bag (IMO).
2: A good quality swing. I was stupid and bought a battery operated one. It ate up D cell batteries like you wouldn't believe. I would invest in a good quality electric baby swing. My advice is to get one that swings from side to side instead of backward & forward. It's the "natural" movement of the side to side that is most soothing to babies.
3: Invest in onesies, sleepers, t-shirts, pants & shorts with an elastic waist versus snaps. They will be your very best friend. During the first year of life, babies don't really wear very much.
4:Bibs! Invest in some non-cloth bibs. They will stain your child's clothing. Something similar to this:http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2827339
These catch food, and they are really easy to clean. These we're a life saver for me. Please don't get bibs with a tie back, get one with a velcro enclosure. The ties can be a choking hazard.
5: If you're making the choice to formula feed I HIGHLY recommend anti-colic & gas bottle. Don't go cheap on these. I used Dr. Brown's bottles for my child, and he did great with them. The only con that I saw was that there we're tons of parts to clean. I also recommend the Playtex Vent Aire. Less expensive, and easier to clean. My friend used these with her multiples. If your making the choice to breast feed, then I highly recommend called: The Mommy Cover (I know I will get thumbs down). http://www.joiaproducts.com/ My other friend has one of these, and she LOVES it.
6: Invest in used books, music & cd's and toys for sensory development. My friend with the multiples HIGHLY recommends the "Your Baby Can Read". Her twins are 14 months old, and doing really well with this product. They love their music time, and reading time before bed.
Their language, motor skills, and receptive language skills are off the charts. (She's sitting right next to me as I am typing this).
7: A good stroller. I can't stress the words A GOOD STROLLER. This will be your best friend when your shopping, walking in the mall, toting your babies in the airport etc. Don't be afraid to buy a more expensive one. I recommend this one: http://www.target.com/Kolcraft-Universal-Infant-Seat-Carrier/dp/B001FCM24E/ref=br_1_4?ie=UTF8&frombrowse=1&qid=1278382792&searchView=grid5&sr=1-4&node=13691271&searchRank=pmrank&searchPage=1&rh=&searchSize=30&id=Kolcraft%20Universal%20Infant%20Seat%20Carrier&searchBinNameList=style_name%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Cprice
This one is light weight, and you can fit just about any car seat on there. I loved mine.
Well I hope I've helped you with your question. Good luck!
Well my oldest is now 7 years old. I had a small medium sized diaper bag, and a large diaper bag. Honestly you would be better off getting a sturdy backpack, because you're going to have a diaper bag for at least 2-3 years. I got tired of hauling my purse and the diaper bag around, so I just got a really nice backpack to keep everything in. You're going to carry around diapers, wipes, diaper rash cream, possibly bottles & formula, toys, to keep your bub happy while your out and about. It's better to just keep it in one bag (IMO).
2: A good quality swing. I was stupid and bought a battery operated one. It ate up D cell batteries like you wouldn't believe. I would invest in a good quality electric baby swing. My advice is to get one that swings from side to side instead of backward & forward. It's the "natural" movement of the side to side that is most soothing to babies.
3: Invest in onesies, sleepers, t-shirts, pants & shorts with an elastic waist versus snaps. They will be your very best friend. During the first year of life, babies don't really wear very much.
4:Bibs! Invest in some non-cloth bibs. They will stain your child's clothing. Something similar to this:http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2827339
These catch food, and they are really easy to clean. These we're a life saver for me. Please don't get bibs with a tie back, get one with a velcro enclosure. The ties can be a choking hazard.
5: If you're making the choice to formula feed I HIGHLY recommend anti-colic & gas bottle. Don't go cheap on these. I used Dr. Brown's bottles for my child, and he did great with them. The only con that I saw was that there we're tons of parts to clean. I also recommend the Playtex Vent Aire. Less expensive, and easier to clean. My friend used these with her multiples. If your making the choice to breast feed, then I highly recommend called: The Mommy Cover (I know I will get thumbs down). http://www.joiaproducts.com/ My other friend has one of these, and she LOVES it.
6: Invest in used books, music & cd's and toys for sensory development. My friend with the multiples HIGHLY recommends the "Your Baby Can Read". Her twins are 14 months old, and doing really well with this product. They love their music time, and reading time before bed.
Their language, motor skills, and receptive language skills are off the charts. (She's sitting right next to me as I am typing this).
7: A good stroller. I can't stress the words A GOOD STROLLER. This will be your best friend when your shopping, walking in the mall, toting your babies in the airport etc. Don't be afraid to buy a more expensive one. I recommend this one: http://www.target.com/Kolcraft-Universal-Infant-Seat-Carrier/dp/B001FCM24E/ref=br_1_4?ie=UTF8&frombrowse=1&qid=1278382792&searchView=grid5&sr=1-4&node=13691271&searchRank=pmrank&searchPage=1&rh=&searchSize=30&id=Kolcraft%20Universal%20Infant%20Seat%20Carrier&searchBinNameList=style_name%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Cprice
This one is light weight, and you can fit just about any car seat on there. I loved mine.
Well I hope I've helped you with your question. Good luck!
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