gift ideas ??

88-1175 · Nov 5, 2017

a local neighbor girl that cleans my home and loafs at my garage on occasion is due to have a baby any day now.she does live with a guy (bad situation).shes 22,been neighbors since her birth.her and my child grew up together and she lived with us for a good while.i treat her as my own.im looking to get her baby a gift upon its birth.i thought of a savings bond but the bank says their not worth anything.i was thinking in the 200-250 dollar price range but could go higher or lower.i would like it to be kinda personal,to tell her child in years to come,and for her to remember our friendship by.im open to all sugestions to.im not in any way thinking of paying her/their rent,or helping "them" in any way,just a gift to a neighborhood kid id do anything to help.....

DeltaRed · Nov 5, 2017

Dont know the situation,or how needy the lady is. But,if the guy is a worthless drug user/abuser,I not sure I'd give aa meterial gift that the guy could steal and sell for drugs...........Maybe paying for some 'srevices',or some non-tangible gift for her and the baby.Or diapers,baby food.....A deadbeat druggie dad sure complicates things........

DeltaRed · Nov 5, 2017

You could start a small saveings accout that will not be touchable till the baby is 21. Talk to an investment banker for better advise.They know about such things.Evn add a small amount to it from time to time.

ArleninOr · Nov 5, 2017

I agree with delta red. Did the same for a friend of ours. Add to it once in awhile such as birthdays and Christmas. Others too.

Steve@Advance · Nov 5, 2017

A stroller/car seat combo, bed, swing are some of the more expensive items.

Has anyone given her a shower?

If so, ask what else she might need so there won't be duplication.

If she hasn't had a shower, maybe talk to your wife? neighborhood ladies? church?, someone that could organize one for her.

Many communities have a Pregnancy Center, a Christian based organization as an alternative to abortion. They provide free support, classes, inside info for getting on Medicaid, etc. Good stuff a first time mother needs to know. Might research that for her, if she hasn't been there.

And there will be doctor and hospital bills! Offer to help with some of those, pay directly so you'll know the money gets there.

88-1175 · Nov 5, 2017

yes shes had a shower thrown for her.id like to add that I'm a diabetic,she knows where my extra keys are hidden,ive been divorced for 5 or 6 years now.if I don't text her and or my son every day,i mean every day by 10am,she will come check on me.a few times shes found me in bed incoherent,or on the floor,she knows what to do,get me o.j,give me a glucogon emergency kit shot,and/or call 911.thats why I want it to be a personal type gift,shes probably saved my life a few times.i like delta reds idea of the investment banker idea.i have absolutely no problem with that idea and adding on,her b-day,the babys b-day,and at Christmas time,and holidays.please keep the ideas coming

flying belgian · Nov 5, 2017

You don't say if she is hurting for money but how about a side of beef? Or a quarter all cut and wrapped and frozen?

hydro70guy · Nov 6, 2017

Giving a savings account that cannot be touched is the same as giving nothing or worse, please do not do that. Look in to the stroller/carseat combo if they do not have one and maybe a baby blanket type quilt for the little one.

Joe

VicS · Nov 6, 2017

Sounds like you owe her all you have. Life! Treat her well. You will be rewarded.

Married2Allis · Nov 6, 2017

Nothing wrong with opening an investment account for her. With all of the foolish things young people waste money on, you'd be imparting some wisdom and setting a good example for her. Go to the Charles Schwab website and I think they have some funds that only need $100/$250/$500 to get started. Or call up your local bank. Maybe give her a shower gift too, she probably will get a few of those from other friends, relatives, etc.

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