STM+: Big Sibling Gift

[hurricanerek]

What are you planning to get for your new big brothers and sisters? I was all set to get my DD a new backpack and fill it with fun things and then MIL got her one unexpectedly so now I need some new inspiration.

[caz1221]

Great question - I am also looking for ideas. DD's birthday is just 1 month before LO arrives, so she will probably get a bunch of gifts from family/friends at her party - it looks like you're in the same boat based on your siggy. I'll have to evaluate post-birthday to see if there's something in particular she didn't get (or something she did get that gives me another idea).

The one thing I have considered is a doll-sized baby carrier (Ergo makes one) because I think she would absolutely love wearing her dolls while I wear LO. My DD is a year older than yours (and obsessed with caring for her baby dolls, including diaper changes, putting them down for naps, pretend feeding them, etc.), so I'm not sure if that's something your DD would be into.

[sodapop]

I don't know yet. He wants everything he sees. He keeps saying he'll ask for it for his birthday (it's in December...). I'll pick up something he wants at that time, maybe some Paw Patrol toys.

[Deleted]

Is this a thing? DS is only 2. He doesn't understand what's happening.

[kerbear]

DS will be 20 mons and we'll be doing this. He'll either get the Little People farm set I scored yesterday at Prime Day or the Melissa and Doug Puzzles (another prime day score)

[danielle]

I hope to get things that can keep him occupied while I'm nursing that don't involve the iPad. I'm thinking a new Lego set, playdoh, puzzles.

[danizee]

I'll probably buy a small gift that we can bring to hospital but the main gift is going to be an activity board (the ones with all the knobs, buttons, velcros, etc) so that he has something to keep him busy during the crazy nursing sessions.

[caz1221]

Jul 13, 2016 13:57:38 GMT -5 @snuff9861 said:

Is this a thing? DS is only 2. He doesn't understand what's happening.

From what I've heard/read, it's just one suggested way to help the older sibling be excited about the new baby and make big sister/brother feel included and important (especially since so many people will be fawning over the baby and bringing gifts for the baby).  I've also heard that having big brother/sister bring the baby to mommy when visiting in the hospital is a nice thing to do (assuming older sibling is able to do that with assistance from a family member).  DD is older than your DS (turning 3 next month) and is very excited about the baby ("my baby is coming soon" is now a common phrase).  She's also a huge helper, so she will love being tasked with bringing the baby to me.  I'm also planning to have DD give LO a "tour" of the house when we come home.

[fem]

Jul 13, 2016 13:57:38 GMT -5 @snuff9861 said:

Is this a thing? DS is only 2. He doesn't understand what's happening.

My Mom still talks about how amazed I was that my baby brother got me a gift when he was born. I kept asking 'when did he go shopping?' I was 3.5 though.


I think we'll do something small or I really like the baby carrier idea.  Maybe I'll have my mom make her a small ring sling.

[singingsea]

DS is getting a gift "from the baby". Which I plan on giving to him the day we bring the baby home. DS is 3.5 and definitely understands what's going on. To me it's just a way to make him feel special/important when everyone will be focused on the baby. Anyway I just got him a simple toy, a Lion Guard figurine set.

[cbrandt1]

He gets a baby brother and a months worth of attention from Grandma! He will be 16 months old and likes playing with empty milk jugs and pushing the trash can, so he couldn't care less about a gift. He just wants "nacks" (snacks)!

[mc13]

Jul 13, 2016 13:57:38 GMT -5 @snuff9861 said:

Is this a thing? DS is only 2. He doesn't understand what's happening.

DD will only be 19 months and has no idea what's going on either. She kisses my belly when I ask where the babies are but she doesn't really get it. I do plan on getting a new toy or two so she can be entertained while I deal with the babies - but we won't bring it to the hospital, just give it at home.

[serendipity731]

DS has a little cuddle me Elmo doll that he sleeps with, we were thinking of "the baby" getting him the Cookie Monster one, or something like that. Although I really like the idea getting something that will keep him busy. He'll be 22 months at the time.

[annapunkalunka]

I've been thinking we'll do something, but idk what yet. Her birthday is in August, so she won't need anything, but I think it would be nice to have a little something for her. And I may see if she'd pick something out to give the baby from her. She's a bit young to be into that, but maybe I'll try. Anything to make her more excited about it!

[merryrissmas]

Hmm.. I had thought about having the older kids pick out a gift to bring to the hospital for baby, but I didn't consider the other way around. Seems like a good idea though, that way the older kids get some special attention.

I also love the idea of having the older siblings give the baby a tour of the house when we get home, so cute!

[theotherjacobsons]

DD's birthday is LO's due date, so she's getting a party a month early. She's also too little to get it. I think she might, but not enough to understand how her life is going to change. I think if she were older I'd do something, but she's just turning 2.

[beckyrosen]

I got DD new pajamas since she'll sleep over at grammys house for the first time ever but I haven't thought of anything else yet.

[caz1221]

Jul 14, 2016 12:12:04 GMT -5 beckyrosen said:

I got DD new pajamas since she'll sleep over at grammys house for the first time ever but I haven't thought of anything else yet.

Love the new PJs idea - my parents will probably come to our house so DD can stay in her own room, but I think new PJs might ease any anxiety she has over DH and I being gone.