The birth of a child is the most important event for a man and a woman. Parents wait 9 months for the baby, prepare, buy a stroller, a crib, and baby clothes. After the birth of a child, a man has one more task: to give a gift to his beloved wife. By this he shows how grateful he is to his wife for making him happy and making him a dad. Unfortunately, not all young fathers traditionally greet their wife from the maternity hospital with a present. In fact, presenting a surprise to a woman who gave a daughter or son is not only possible, but also necessary, so that she feels how much her husband appreciates her. What can you give your beloved wife for the birth of a child?
Choosing a present
Recently, the number of men who give gifts to their wives after the birth of a baby has been steadily growing. Men have become more aware of pregnancy and childbirth, they know how difficult it is, so they are ready to thank their loved ones to the best of their ability.
What gifts do you give your wife for the birth of a son or daughter? It all depends on the financial status of the family. If a man can spend any amount, there will be no problems with the choice. If you have a limited budget, it is better to opt for a nice little thing than to take out loans or go into debt, because you will need a lot of money to support your baby.
On a note! There is no need to worry about what your family or friends will think when they find out what gift you gave your wife for the birth of a son or daughter. This is your personal matter, which concerns only the two of you. Whether you give a new car or a photo frame is up to you, and no one has the right to judge you for the gift you choose.
What's the best way to give a gift?
The man took his wife to the maternity hospital and is now experiencing a whole storm of emotions. He suffers in anticipation, does not find a place, worries until he hears the most cherished words: “You have become a dad.” At this moment, many husbands are ready to fly to the maternity hospital with flowers, plush toys, decorations, balloons, and sweets. There is no need to do this! Firstly, until you are allowed to see your wife, because she is resting after giving birth, and secondly, flowers, toys, and sweets are definitely not needed in the maternity hospital. Wait for the emotions to subside and then go shopping for a gift, if you have not purchased one in advance.
When is the best time to give your wife a present?
- On discharge from the maternity hospital. At this solemn moment, you can give the young mother a gift with words of love and gratitude.
- At the festive table. Many people invite their closest people on the day of discharge to celebrate the great event. Give a gift to your loved one with your family.
- When you are alone. Perhaps this is the best option when you can give your wife a gift. Perhaps she no longer hoped for a surprise, but here her beloved husband in a romantic setting gives a pleasant or useful thing! Mommy will definitely be touched; she will be pleased that her husband not only took care of putting together a crib for the baby, but also thought about it.
Gifts for feeding, bathing and walking
These are the things that will be needed every day until the child grows up. If they are not purchased in advance, then you need to rush to the store to buy them. And that's what these gifts are.
- Bath. From the day of arrival, the child will need to be bathed. Choose a bathtub made from environmentally friendly material, with an anti-slip bottom coating and, preferably, with accessories - a thermometer, a soap dish and a hanging hammock. Price from 700 rubles.
- Set after bathing. The set includes a large towel for wrapping the child after bathing with a hood at the corner, a small face towel and a wash mitt for washing. Cost from 600 rubles.
- Hygienic products for children. These are powders for the prevention of diaper rash, these are oils for massage and creams for moisturizing the skin. You can also purchase napkins, cotton swabs and discs for the kit. On average, the price of a complete set is about 1000 rubles.
- Bath slide. If the bathtub does not have a slide, it can be purchased separately. It can be plastic (with an anatomical design, suction cups and even belts), soft foam rubber or flannel on a frame. Price from 200 rubles.
- Transformable stroller with cradle. For a girl, the color of the stroller should be light, preferably red, and for a boy, dark. But it is imperative that the stroller has a removable cradle with carrying straps. Cost from 13,000 rubles.
- Car seat. Who better than dad should take care of the safe transportation of the baby in the car? Moreover, the first trip of a newborn will happen after a week of life, upon discharge from the maternity hospital. A reliable infant carrier will cost you about 9,000 rubles.
- Thermal cover for the bottle. When going for a walk, you need to take a warm drink with you for your child, but if it’s winter outside, then this is a difficult task. But there is nothing simpler - in a small case the temperature of the contents of the bottle will remain for a long time. Price from 300 to 1500 rubles.
- Set of bottles with brush and nipple. It is better to buy them at a pharmacy or specialized children's store. Then you can be sure that all products are made from environmentally friendly materials. The cost of the set is from 1000 rubles.
- Bottle warmer. There is a debate among young mothers: is this device necessary or not? Definitely needed! After all, if a bottle-fed baby wants to eat in the middle of the night, you can warm up the bottle in a short time. Price from 1000 rubles.
- Bottle sterilizer. After feeding, the bottles should be rinsed with running water and then boiled. All this is troublesome and takes time. But there are no problems with the sterilizer - it will do everything itself. Cost from 1500 rubles.
- Sling for feeding. If a mother is breastfeeding her baby, then in public places there is an “oops” - the baby cries, wants to eat, and the mother feels embarrassed. The purpose of a sling is to wrap the baby in it from prying eyes during feeding. Price from 1100 rubles.
Needed gifts
With the arrival of a newborn, the wife will have more household responsibilities. Make her daily life easier by giving her a useful item. What could be a practical gift from a husband to his beloved woman for the birth of a child:
- Multicooker. An irreplaceable piece of household appliances that significantly saves time. A nursing mother needs to eat well, and with the help of a multicooker she can prepare a variety of delicious dishes. And you don’t need to stand at the stove for half a day!
- Robot vacuum cleaner. While the wife takes care of the baby, the robot vacuum cleaner will clean the entire house.
- Dishwasher. Surely, my wife has long dreamed of this technical miracle so as not to waste time washing dishes.
- Camera. Parents want to capture more moments from their child’s childhood. A professional camera will help you take high-quality pictures without the help of photographers.
- Comfortable armchair. The wife will be able to relax with the child in her arms, watch a movie, or just take a nap.
- Laptop, new mobile phone. A woman who will be staying at home with her baby for a long time needs communication. In addition, she needs the Internet in order to receive answers to numerous questions about child care. Your own laptop or the latest model of mobile phone are the necessary things that will help you not feel locked in four walls.
- Video baby monitor. A useful device for new parents. Now they can calmly go to another room and know what the baby is doing.
Appliances
Despite their banality, household appliances can also be an excellent choice, especially if the family is young. For example, installing a dishwasher will significantly increase the amount of free time a young mother can spend with her family. The following types of gifts will be excellent helpers in everyday life:
- modern washing machine;
- a food processor that will simplify daily chores and cooking in the kitchen;
- robot vacuum cleaner, with its help daily cleaning will be much easier and faster for a young mother and wife.
Household appliances as a gift have their advantages; it will free up time that your wife can spend with her family, because children need constant care, and everyday chores around the house will become simpler and easier.
Dear gifts
What wealthy young dads give their wives for the birth of a child:
- Automobile. If you decide to buy an expensive gift for the birth of a child, think in advance what it should be like: reliable, as safe as possible, roomy.
- Jewelry. The most popular gifts for the birth of a child are a ring, earrings, chain, pendant. Buy jewelry if you are sure that your wife will like it. You can give a certificate from a jewelry store, then the spouse can choose the jewelry she likes. Pay attention to themed jewelry for young mothers: gold rings with images of children’s heels, pendants with the inscription “For your son” or “For your daughter,” a pendant in which a photograph of the child is inserted.
On a note! Go shopping together before the baby is born. It’s as if you accidentally walk into a jewelry store and notice what your pregnant wife’s gaze catches on. Then all you have to do is come and buy a gold birthday gift for your wife for the child.
- Fur coat. Even if the wife has a natural fur coat, few people will refuse several fur products in their wardrobe. Choose a practical model in which it will be convenient for a young mother to walk with a stroller.
Useful for the home - 15 practical gift ideas to create coziness and comfort
A gift for the birth of a daughter will help create a cozy atmosphere in the room. To do this, use the services of specialists or make a list of necessary things yourself. For the nursery the girl will need:
- repair;
- crib;
- curtains;
- mattress;
- high chair;
- rocking chair;
- sun lounger;
- nightstand;
- night light;
- carpet;
- blanket;
- bed linen sets;
- playpen;
- cocoon;
- towel with corner.
Gifts that are used in everyday life have increased value if there is a small child in the family. In the first place is the renovation of the nursery, which the practical father did while my mother was in the maternity hospital.
For the birth of a daughter, the room is equipped with furniture. They change the curtains and put in a new mattress and bedding set. Hang a night light and spinning rattles above the cradle. When choosing colors that will surround the newborn, they give preference to calm shades of light colors, but not sterile white, which will resemble a hospital.
When thinking about what to give for the birth of a girl, you can focus on things that will be useful to her in the near future, for example, a playpen or a walker. A soft hypoallergenic carpet on the floor will also be appropriate when the princess starts crawling.
The baby will love a cozy cocoon or blanket. The birth gift can be soft and used after bathing or during swaddling.
Gifts-emotions
You don’t have to buy an expensive item; emotions can be an excellent gift for a young mother. What to give your wife for the birth of a daughter or son:
- Professional photo shoot. Many people invite professional photographers to capture the first days of a newborn’s life. This will be a wonderful surprise for your beloved wife.
- Visit to the spa. Let the young mother be distracted while you sit with the baby. Give your wife a real holiday so that she can finally relax and escape from the daily routine.
- Family photo album. Order a large family photo album, paste wedding photos into it, describe how you met, how you proposed to your future wife. The rest of the album will be filled out by the beloved herself, pasting in photographs of the baby and filling out pages where she will write about the baby’s achievements.
- Own clip. Come up with and record a song in which you sing about your feelings for your loved one. In the video, put together a collage of family photos, pictures of your wife before and during pregnancy. You can demonstrate the gift at a family celebration so that not only your wife, but also your relatives know how strong your feelings are.
- Frame with casts of the legs and arms of a newborn. A touching, sweet gift that your wife will love.
- Tree. It will be symbolic if, in the year your baby is born, you plant a tree seedling on your property. Your wife will love the idea, because now you have fulfilled the obligatory condition for a real man: you planted a tree!
- Homemade changing table. If you know how to work with wood, a handmade gift will surprise and touch your spouse.
A photo session will be an excellent memorable gift.
TOP 15 gift ideas for a children's room
The children's room will become the center of the life of parents and the child for several years, therefore, when choosing what to give, they stop at things to equip it. The TOP 15 included:
- rattles;
- toys;
- walkers;
- painting;
- playpen;
- floor lamp;
- musical lamp;
- electronic rocking chair;
- swing;
- drawing board;
- locker;
- canopy over the crib;
- baby chairs;
- baby monitor;
- air ionizer.
The room for a newborn should have everything necessary for his comfort and safety. A mobile or lamp with pleasant music is the number 1 gift for the birth of a girl. An ionizer or humidifier is useful for healthy sleep and development, and a canopy over the crib will protect you from insects and drafts.
All children love swings, and a changing table and baby monitor are necessary attributes for the development of the baby and peace of mind for parents.
In a girl's bedroom it would be appropriate to hang a picture with fairy-tale characters or a young princess. You can give your wife anything for a child that the father deems necessary, and so that the surprise does not upset the young mother.
Present for the birth of a daughter
With the advent of the baby, a man turns into a “daddy”, “daddy”. It is believed that men are more likely to expect sons. In fact, they adore their little princesses and would do anything for them. In many countries, there is a tradition when, upon the birth of a daughter, the wife is given a gold ring with diamonds, which she gives to her adult daughter on her wedding day. Also, for the birth of a baby, men like to present symbolic heel rings or palm rings. What to give your wife for the birth of her daughter:
- Pendant with engraving “Thank you for your daughter”;
- Cushion in the shape of a heart;
- Expensive wristwatch;
- Handicraft kit;
- Big soft toy;
- Certificate for a boutique of fashionable women's clothing;
- My wife's favorite perfume.
If you are thinking about what to give your wife for the birth of a child, you can decorate the girl’s nursery in soft pink tones: hang helium balloons, a banner with congratulations, and place a teddy bear in the corner of the room.
Budget options
A gift for your wife does not have to be expensive, because the most important thing in any family is mutual understanding, love and care for each other. An excellent solution would be a surprise in the form of a romantic dinner that you prepare yourself. Don’t forget about candles, light romantic music, rose petals that will complement the appropriate atmosphere.
A very touching gift would be a photo collage or video, where photographs will be selected that capture the best moments of your life - meeting, engagement, wedding and pregnancy of your wife, and the birth of your daughter. Such a surprise will be especially valuable throughout your life.
You can write a letter of gratitude to your beloved wife, where you need to express all your feelings that accompanied you throughout your pregnancy and the delight caused by the birth of a child. Such a letter can be beautifully decorated; your wife will certainly appreciate such an original and touching surprise.
Gift for the birth of a son
The man now has a successor to his family, he is incredibly proud and is ready to buy the most wonderful gift for his wife, who gave him an heir.
What could be a gift for a wife for the birth of a son:
- Gold/silver chain or bracelet;
- A painting with a portrait of his wife, made from a photograph;
- A dream gift (what my wife has long dreamed of);
- Air conditioner;
- Humidifier/air purifier;
- Massage chair;
- Personalized icon.
Inexpensive, but from the heart - 15 budget gifts
It’s not always expensive, but it’s from the heart. Ideas for non-material gifts for your daughter:
- photo collage;
- night light;
- cradle;
- cloth;
- toys;
- photo album;
- photoshoot;
- plaid;
- mobile;
- box for memories;
- jar with wishes;
- painted toy chest;
- crib pendants;
- pillow;
- corner with a name.
A gift to your wife for a child can be made with your own hands with love.
Gifts that have no value
Often young fathers cannot purchase a gift, but they have the power to surround their beloved woman with attention.
What could be a gift for a wife for the birth of a boy or girl:
- Apartment renovation. Surely, the nursery was already prepared before the baby was born, but they didn’t have time to do renovations in the other rooms. In the 5-6 days that your spouse will be in the maternity hospital with the newborn, you will have time to make cosmetic repairs in the apartment. Don’t forget to put the house in order after the renovation so that your wife and baby return to a clean, cozy nest.
- Attendance at childbirth. Partner births have become very popular not only abroad, but also in our country. The spouse will help you massage during painful contractions, hold your hand, or call a doctor or midwife. This is truly a priceless gift for your beloved woman.
- Spring-cleaning. Before the mother and baby arrive, thoroughly clean the apartment, pack the crib, chest of drawers and changing table. Buy the necessary things for the child: diapers, baby cosmetics, wet wipes, disposable diapers.
What can you give your wife for the birth of a son or daughter? Take a few weeks off to be with your spouse and baby. Help your loved one with everything: prepare lunches and dinners, clean the apartment, walk with your child. Also, compliment your wife more often, despite the fact that at first she has no time to take care of her appearance. For a young mother, her husband's attention is simply necessary.
Gifts for the beauty and health of a young mother
After nine long months, the woman needs recovery. For obvious reasons, the wife will not have time for beauty salons and cosmetic procedures. Then we choose gifts that can help her at home.
- Postpartum bandage. It helps restore the body to its previous shape, and it also has a beneficial effect on internal organs. Modern bandages are invisible under clothing and easy to use. Price from 700 to 1600 rubles.
- Breast pump. This device not only normalizes lactation and improves breastfeeding, but also prevents the milk from “burning out.” This means that the risk of breast diseases is minimal. Price from 1200 rubles.
- Bra for nursing mothers. Many women are very afraid of losing their breast shape after breastfeeding. To avoid this, you need a supportive bra with wide straps, and for feeding a child - with detachable cups. Price 2000 rubles.
- Oils and creams for stretch marks. After childbirth, the consequences of pregnancy are visible to the naked eye - the “accordion” in the lower abdomen and on the hips terribly spoils the appearance. And these tools will quickly help align the entire picture. Price from 200 to 2000 rubles.
- Manicure set. There is no need to go anywhere and invite a manicurist to your home either. A small set with a lamp and a bath will replace any salon. The kit also includes the necessary tools and varnishes. The cost of the set is around 1300 rubles.
- Perfume or eau de toilette. There is no need to buy sharp and tart perfume smells as a gift, even if your wife likes them. The child is in constant contact with the mother in the house, so it is better to choose light, fresh scents. Price from 700 rubles.
- An electric toothbrush. Even brushing your teeth should save time! And such a brush cleans the oral cavity better. And if the nozzle becomes unusable, it can easily be replaced with another one. Cost from 500 rubles.
- Electric or hot rollers. Many women grow their hair during pregnancy and for some reason do not want to cut it. But now you can quickly put them in order along their entire length with the help of such devices. Price from 3000 rubles.
- Steam sauna for the face. Hormonal changes during pregnancy often affect the appearance, including the skin of the face. The sauna cleanses pores, removes spots and blackheads, moisturizes and tones. Price from 1100 rubles.
- Decorative cosmetics. Now you can do everything, including make up as you want! Delight your wife with a branded set of decorative cosmetics, which includes eye shadow, mascara, lipstick, and blush. Price from 300 rubles.
Rating of desired gifts
Not all women want to receive diamond jewelry or a fashionable gadget as a gift. Many mothers would not refuse such things:
- Gift certificate to a children's clothing store;
- Expensive beautiful thing;
- Electronic swing for babies;
- Car seat from birth;
- A nanny who comes for a few hours;
- Exercise bike (treadmill, elliptical);
- Certificate for a cosmetics boutique.
A sling for a young mother is considered a useful gift, with the help of which she can move freely with the baby, while her hands will not be busy.
How to choose suitable flowers?
A young dad goes to pick up his wife and baby from the maternity hospital not only with trepidation and excitement, but also with a bouquet of flowers. You should not buy the first bouquet you come across just because it is customary to meet a woman with flowers. Be responsible when choosing flowers, your woman deserves the best bouquet.
If your spouse is a romantic person, choose a bouquet of flowers for her in soft pastel colors. Bright bouquets of rich colors are suitable for the fatal beauty. Red-haired people buy irises and violets, brunettes buy red gerberas and scarlet roses, and blondes will look harmonious with daisies or delicate roses.
Do not give a huge armful of flowers; it will be awkward for your wife to hold the bouquet. But even three limp flowers are not an option for a gift bouquet.
On a note! Experienced florists will suggest you original ideas for bouquets, who will create an unusual and suitable bouquet for your beloved wife.
Unfortunately, flowers are a short-lived gift; they will quickly wither. Alternatively, consider a bouquet of fruit, sweets or teddy bears.
In fact, it is not so important what gift you choose for your spouse for the birth of a child. The main thing is to give it with tenderness and gratitude, because it is much more important for a woman who has given birth to a baby to feel needed and loved.
What you can give right in the maternity hospital - 15 good ideas
You don’t have to wait for discharge to congratulate your loved one. This can and should be done directly in the clinic. There are many ways to express gratitude, you just need to show a little imagination and creativity.
You can give your wife the following gifts for her son in the maternity hospital:
- A set of soft terry towels.
- Original night light.
- Jewelry decoration.
- Fruit basket.
- Silk peignoir.
- Set of accessories for water treatments
- Underwear set for nursing mothers.
- Warm sweater.
- Table fan.
- Interesting book.
- Light cotton robe.
- Beautiful plates.
- Home-cooked food.
- Professional choir under the window.
- Clowns with balloons.
When choosing a method of congratulations, you need to take into account the interests of not only your spouse, but also the people around her.