How many gifts should we give for new baby?

We gave the mother-to-be a present when she announced that she was pregnant. Then, a few weeks before the baby was born, we sent them a gift from their registry. Now that the baby is born, should we send something else?

How many gifts should we give for new baby?
That is all up to you. I got gifts all three times from some people but others I didn't get anything at all. It is a matter of if you have the money to spend or see something your really want to get for the baby then get it but if you don't then don't feel obligated. Atleast you sent 2 gifts which is more than most people do anymore. I will say one thing that new parents welcome is giftcards (to buy diapers and wipes and formula) and giftcertificates (for food so they can take a break from cooking and maybe have a date night). But again you shouldn't feel obligated to send anymore presents.
Reply:is the baby your grandchild? God-child? neice? nephew?





cousin?





neighbor's/co-worker's friends baby?





it depends.. how do YOU feel about it???
Reply:If you feel like you want to do it then go for it as long as you can afford it.
Reply:let me just say don't overdo it and by that i mean overspend.
Reply:It's a nice gesture if you'd like to help out the couple, but you don't need to feel pressure to give a lot of things for baby. You may consider sending a bouquet to their home for congratulations and acknowledging that you heard the great news :)
Reply:No need 2 unless you want to or you think they need the help. Sounds like your plenty generous already.
Reply:i wouldn't but you could ask her and see if they need something else. Cause most people always get the same gift as someone else.
Reply:You may want to bring something small when you come to see the baby for the first time. You have already given gifts and nothing is required but maybe flowers for mom or something small for the couple. If there is an older sibling, you may want to bring a small toy for them.
Reply:Honestly its all up to you. Some people are more generous then others. I also think it depends and how well you know this person of course. If you want to get them another gift go right ahead. But dont feel like you have to cuz your dont have to
Reply:That is a personal choice. It would not be rude if you did not. If the family did get another gift I am sure they would be thrilled but I am sure they do not expect one.
Reply:Its up to you. Since you just sent something before the baby came, you can easily just send a congratulations card.
Reply:If you can afford it.





If you don't have the extra, 2 gifts already is sufficient.
Reply:I find that gift giving has gotten totally out of hand. I truly feel that one gift per occassion is sufficient unless it is family and you can afford more than one gift. As you have already given two gifts then I don't feel it is neccesary to give another. As the new baby probably has received numerous gifts a nice idea may be to bring the new mother something small on your first visit, a book or bath product to relax with or even some flowers
Reply:i wouldn't. but that is me. i usually give a gift at the baby shower and that is it.
Reply:Unless u r really close to the mother, I would say NO to more gifts!
Reply:Depends on your relation. Normally, if you're a family member - you send a gift to the hospital or to their home when they get home from the hospital.





If you're not a family member, it would be nice but certainly not necessary. It's already been very thoughtful of you to send 2 gifts. A nice, cheap idea. I gave a friend one of those "make baby handprints" kits. I found one from Wal-Mart on sale for $5. She loves it. And she used it when her baby was a week old. I gaurantee they'll appreciate that gift as much as any. I know I would.
Reply:I give several. And coupons for diapers to boot. Babies are expensive.
Reply:Etiquette would say no. But if you are close or family, and can afford it, sure! There's no rules on when you have to stop buying for a baby. I love receiving gifts for my kids out of the blue.
Reply:its up to you and how close you are to them. If family, send an outfit or something small. Other than that, remember Christmas and Baby's 1st birthday, christening, etc is all within the first year too.
Reply:Well, why not call and see if there's anything that you could possibly help out with baby product wise. If you can spare it, if not, then you've already done your job. :)
Reply:You are not required to bring anything to the hospital for the baby. You've already given two great gifts. But, if you want to pick up something, of course, it's OK. It's also very nice to pick up something for the new mommy...if you visit on day 2 or 3, she can have real food :)