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Is it proper to give a new baby gift to a family who just adopted a 9 month old?
June 27, 2011 | In: New Born & Baby Gifts
Hi, my pastor’s family just adopted a 9 month old baby from China, and I was wondering whether it was proper to get them a gift/card for a new baby. I usually make my friends baby blankets and I can make one for a 9 month old ( she won’t be that big 
but I’m not sure if that would be weird, or silly, because she’s not an infant. Thank you!!!!
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11 Responses to Is it proper to give a new baby gift to a family who just adopted a 9 month old?
lhmama
June 27th, 2011 at 5:50 pm
It’s a perfect thing to give as far as I’m concerned. Thoughtful and practical.
AlienCat
June 27th, 2011 at 6:05 pm
My personal view is that the family would love this. If not, they may feel that people are treating an adopted baby differently from a biological child and in their eyes she is their daughter – not someone else’s. Make her the blanket!!!! Tey’ll ove the thought x
Alyssa's mommy
June 27th, 2011 at 6:37 pm
When a child is adopted at any age it is perfectly normal and acceptable to give them a gift or have a baby shower for them. After all, the baby is new to them! I think a blanket would be a lovely idea. I know I treasure the hand-made blanket my daughter has.
Kiara M
June 27th, 2011 at 7:14 pm
No its a good thing!!! You’re such a nice person!!!
Empress Jan
June 27th, 2011 at 7:28 pm
I would still make the blanket, and then a gift card, as the baby will always need diapers and other incidentals. Better yet, a baby book or journal for the parents to ‘keep’ a log of the journey of the adoption for her (i.e., original family location)
vivian
June 27th, 2011 at 7:39 pm
A new baby in the family regardless of being adopted or age is a blessing. A baby blanket is a wonderful gift.
suzbailey23
June 27th, 2011 at 8:08 pm
It would be a wonderful gesture to give them a gift! Especially if the blanket is embroidered with the child’s name and date of adoption, it would make a beautiful keepsake that they and the child would cherish always.
strawberry5213
June 27th, 2011 at 8:50 pm
No it would be very thoughtful and kind
I am sure they would appreciate it!
peaceyolinda
June 27th, 2011 at 9:39 pm
Either one would do, Iike the gift of the blanket. It can be saved as a keepsake.
foxyfaerie
June 27th, 2011 at 10:09 pm
She is *their* new baby.
When I was adopted at 18 months old my parents got presents & cards; although most people managed to find a “Congratulations on Adopting” type cards.
amybeader
June 27th, 2011 at 10:55 pm
That would be so sweet! They’ve done a wonderful thing adopting this child, and she is a NEW baby for them, even if she is 9 months old. I think your gift would add to their joy and be appreciated.
Go for it.