DD1 just started K 3 weeks ago - new school, she didn't know anyone in her class previously. We invited all of the girls in her class to her birthday party coming up in a couple of weeks. So most of these parents I have not met yet - we met a couple at parent night but most we have not met at all - obviously we don't "know" any of them. So far everyone has said yes - haven't heard from 2 yet. We did not mention anything about gifts on the invite - so implying it is a "gift" party (which is the norm around here).
Anyway some parents have asked for gift suggestions and I don't know how to respond because I have never met these people. I realize they don't know DD and genuinely want to get her something she would like, but I have no idea how to word a response without sounding like gifts are expected. I actually feel uncomfortable when people I already know ask for gift suggestions - I really don't know what to say to people I don't know at all. Any suggestions??
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09-18-2014 #1
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Need help with wording response (gift suggestions)
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09-18-2014 #2
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I always respond with something generic...like arts & crafts, books, bead crafts, Barbie, My Little Pony, etc...I would reply something like "Kids are easy to please. I'm sure she'd love anything. But for some ideas she loves arts & crafts, beading kits, Barbie, ..."
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09-18-2014 #3
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People are asking because they don't want to waste their money on an unwanted gift, I think all people want their gift to be appreciated. I would just say something general like "she likes board games" or "she's into Frozen". Does the party have a theme? You can say she likes whatever the theme is. Don't feel awkward.
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09-18-2014 #4
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"She loves art, princesses, and anything girly. We're just thrilled that you can come."
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09-18-2014 #5
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Keep in general and offer a few categories. "DD is so excited that [CHILD] can come celebrate with her! She loves books, puzzles, and arts and crafts. Looking forward to meeting you!"
You could also mention a theme, such as play-doh, princesses, or science, as PPs have mentioned.Mom to a spirited, red-headed, former 28-weeker 10/2009 and a more mellow monkey 12/2013.
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09-18-2014 #6
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I always ask. The person I just got an email said "he loves star wars and anything basebal". I assumed star wars since that was the theme but was wanting to see if the word lego showed up but it didn't so DD chose a star wars play pack on amazon
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09-18-2014 #7
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I ended up using bits of all of these. Thank you everyone!!
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