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"Big" baby gift ideas needed

LolaBelle515LolaBelle515 member
in April 2012 Moms
My colleagues (I work at a church) told me today that the congregation would like to present us with a "bigger" gift, after baby is born when they meet him. So incredibly generous!  They'd like ideas of what to get us.

My challenge is that the "bigger" items we knew we needed..we've got (and would need, mostly, before he arrives): stroller, carseat, crib, changing table, book/toyshelf, swing.  My MIL already got us the high chair.
 
 So, what "bigger" items (I'm guessing $200-$300) might we need/want after baby is born?  I was thinking carseat for when he's a little bigger or an outdoor baby climber for next summer as ideas...but other suggestions?  I'd ask for a membership to the children's museum or zoo, but I think he'll be a bit young for that right away.
 
It could be something unique and special, too. Obviously, this is a generous surprise--but since they are asking for what we want, I'm trying to provide real suggestions:) Thanks!! 
 
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Re: "Big" baby gift ideas needed

  • adamstodrakeadamstodrake
    Convertable carseat, for sure. That ended up being a big ticket purchase we hadn't thought about. We went with the Evenflow Symphony, although I know the Britax brand ones are very popular as well.
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  • AprilsiesAprilsies
    Go for a convertible car seat (Britax or something like that.... they are over $200) 
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  • katieh1017katieh1017 member
    I agree with the convertible car seat. Also a glider, pack n play, monitor could be other options. 

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  • biblionerdbiblionerd member
    Convertible car seat or a nice quality wooden toy box.
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  • Monicagail1Monicagail1 member

    A convertible carseat would be good.  Other thoughts would be a gift card for diapers/wipes, or a contribution to a savings account/college fund for the baby.

    You could also get a decent digital camera or video camera for capturing memories if you need one of those.

    The one thing that I would enjoy most would be a session with a good newborn photog.  Those things aren't cheap (depending on your area), but the memories and images they capture are amazing, and you'll never get those back!

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