Baby Shower Gifts You Won’t GetBabyThoughts by Vivian Goh - November 13, 2015November 30, 20151 Singapore Moms Speak: Baby Shower Gifts They Hope Not To ReceiveSource: jessicagrosslacWe asked a group of moms for their inputs and we received many different interesting stories to share.Here are 7 gift ideas to avoid:Stuffed Toys For NewbornExpired ItemsHarmful ProductsNursery Wall ArtReligious GiftsBranded And Expensive Newborn ClothingGender Specific ClothesStuffed Toys For NewbornSource: polyvoreI am guilty. When you visit friends at the hospital, you can’t resist getting that adorable looking pooh bear or miffy from the only shop at the hospital. However, many new moms share that they avoid placing furry objects near their newborn (just in case there are any allergies!) and the newborn won’t be playing with the stuffed toy till much later. Moms who received so many stuffed toys didn’t know what to do with them. The toys cling to dust like a magnet- which meant more cleaning for moms! Expired ItemsSomeone received few tins of milk formula which are expiring within 2 months. The gift bearer is a mother herself. It’s obvious that this mother couldn’t finish using the milk formula in time. To be honest, if the gift bearer has been candid and ask the new mother before giving her as a gift, I’m sure the new mother would appreciate.Harmful ProductsA mom received a diaper rash cream that contains lead. The disclaimer was written on the label. “This product contains lead which may cause infertility” errr….okie……Nursery Wall ArtLeave it to the couple to decorate their baby nursery. You may find piglet or ducklings cute but the couple might not. They may feel obligated to use those wall art for their nursery if you keep asking them about it. Consider getting them a nice photo frame instead. They can choose the photos they want to display and hang it up.Source: babyroomsideasReligious GiftsDon’t give any religious display furniture or object to the parents. Someone gave a mom a photo frame with a quote that says, “I am a child of god”. However, the parents are not religious, and have no plans on baptizing at this stage.Branded And Expensive Newborn ClothingThe truth is newborn outgrown their clothes way too fast. Ask any mother and you would know. Why waste the money on such extravagance? Get the mom a gift card from a mother care store instead and she would appreciate it!Gender Specific ClothesIf your friend just gave birth to a boy, avoid getting the baby a pink top! Why would the parents dress their boy in pink top? Save this gift and keep this gift you have gotten for another friend.Baby full month celebrations or baby showers are fun and blessed memories for the moms-to-be and to celebrate the babies. Get gifts that are memorable for the right reasons and practical for the moms. We have spoken to a group of moms who lives in Singapore and put together a list of gifts which they would love to receive and cherished. Hear what they say! Share on Facebook Share Share on TwitterTweet Share on Pinterest Share Share on LinkedIn Share Share on Digg Share
I totally agree with you. Those listings are a big big NO for new moms. If you are also looking for a gift, why not try organic products too? Cheaper and safe for babies.