Need help with Gift Theme for my Sip & See

PaxMama

A friend of mine wants to throw me and our baby a little Sip & See after baby gets here.  I am very excited and surprised.  My friend suggested that I come with with a theme for the type of gifts guests could bring, so that is why I'm posting.  

I have heard of people bringing frozen meals, but unfortunately, I that would not work for our family since DS1 has severe food allergies.  We could let people know what to avoid, but there are so many hidden ingredients in things, that I don't want to risk someone accidentally cooking something unsafe and
DS1 going into anaphylactic shock.  DH and I do not keep any foods in the house which DS1 is allergic to, either.

Anyway, besides that, all I can think of is a diapers/wipes theme.  We'd of course need all of that, too.  But I'm just seeing if anyone has any other ideas before I mention that.

Thank you so much in advance! 

BLM10

Diapers and wipes is a good one because it's easy and you need those things. Another would be Library Luncheon... similar to a diaper theme, guests bring books specifically (not in addition to other gifts).

FacciaBella83

hocus:

Sip & See aren't showers so I don't think you mention gifts at all (themed or not). Most people will bring clothing and diapers which is what you really need for a second baby.

 

I agree.   

PaxMama

Thank you for the comments.  My friend specifically asked me to come up with ideas, which is why I posted this question.  Would it be my place to bring this up to her?  I could always say no gifts.  

Thank you, again!  Any other opinions (even just to hear the same opinion on the no gifts thing) on the issue or ideas would be appreciated! 

 

 

neoangel06

I like the diapers and wipes theme because that's the main things you need with a second baby!

Alot of people are doing the "build the baby's library" thing so that's cute too!

RachieTK

My reaction is to say nothing about gifts.  Yes, most people will bring one, but like any other event, I would not like to be told how to spend my money.  If you agree, tell your friend you thought it over and prefer to leave it open so that gifts are not the focus or expectation.