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First great grandchild

(56 Posts)
Redhead56 Tue 04-May-21 23:52:38

Congratulations how about a trying to source a lovely silver rattle.

Doodledog Tue 04-May-21 23:49:32

Congratulations! What lovely news.

I'm not sure if this will help, but a present I have bought for a baby to keep has been a copy of Peter and the Wolf, with the Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra. There is a really good recording with David Bowie doing the voiceover. Over the years, I have bought it on record, tape and CD, but these days, I'm not sure what format would be sensible, as I know that my children stream all their music now.

Otherwise it's difficult, as obviously you don't know what the baby will grow up to be, or where their interests will lie. What about a bottle of port to 'lay down' for when they reach 18 or 21? Or a set of classic books, such as Beatrix Potter stories? My husband still has a Peter Rabbit cup, saucer and plate that he was given as a baby - I don't know if Wedgewood still make them, but it's worth a try if you like that sort of thing?

agnurse Tue 04-May-21 23:42:44

If you are crafty at all you might make something special. For example, a cross-stitched crib cover, bib, or birth sampler would be a lovely gift to be cherished.

I also second the photo frame.

ixion Tue 04-May-21 23:15:43

A nice silver photo frame?

Lesley60 Tue 04-May-21 23:09:49

They have also bought a wardrobe full of baby clothes, I know it’s to early for all of this but wouldn’t dream of saying anything as they are an excited young couple

Lesley60 Tue 04-May-21 23:05:01

Hi Everyone, I hope this post doesn’t sound silly but I’m expecting my first Great- grandchild
My granddaughter in law is only five months pregnant on her first baby and they have already bought everything and decorated the nursery.
It’s the first grandchild for both sets of parents and the big things like prams and cots etc are on order.
My problem is what can I buy, I didn’t exactly expect to become a great - grandma at 62 but would like to buy something special that doesn’t get cast aside in six weeks when it’s grown out of I wanted something for them to keep although don’t want to give money or open an account
I thought some of you wise ladies may have some ideas.