Should I buy My Daughter A Gift

My son turns 14 on Friday and I can't get him anything either. I'm a single mother working and going to school full time. In this day and age it's real tough to get by let alone all the extras. He understands what is going on and is totally okay with it. There's nothing wrong with a special dinner in her honor, maybe her favorite foods, and a cake. She'll feel just as much loved as she would if you got her a gift, without the stress of mama spending too much money. Don't sweat it she loves you anyway and if she had the choice I bet you a piece of cake she would choose "no present". If I may make a suggestion, you mentioned she had an older sister, maybe have her sister make her or give her something too.

If you think that you will feel guilty about buying a gift such as a toy, game, or book, perhaps something more practical would be appropriate... such as Buying an outfit secondhand. Not only will she not care where it came from, it's something practical. Children outgrow clothing quickly. My daughter got new clothes only on holiday occasions and only after several trips to local second hand shops failed to produce clothing weather appropriate in her size. Plan an event. Spend several hours or a day doing something that you normally wouldn't... Such as playing outside (snow or sunshine!). Visit an animal shelter or pet store. Gather around some crayons and go crazy drawing pictures! Blow bubbles and let her chase after them. Make a gift. Some of the gifts that my daughter received, such as a stuffed animal, were made from the fabrics of her outgrown clothing. I also used old clothing to make decorative patches and decals for her newer outfits. I turned an old skirt and belt into a colorful purse. A favorite tshirt made star and heart shaped patches for a new, plain hoodie. You don't need a sewing machine, just some old scraps of material, a needle, a spool of thread, and an open/creative mind! (: Make a cake. Instead of lavishing on an expensive, store bought cake that will simply be demolished in seconds, bake one. Decorate it if you can or want to. Let her help you out. Allow her to stir the mixture. If you're going to decorate, ask her what she would like to have on it and do your best. She's two - it won't have to be perfect! I spent $3.69 on my daughter's cake - The price of the cake mix and eggs, a tube of colored icing, and a little Care Bear toy. Give her something of yours. Do you have a shirt or an item that you no longer wear/use that she's seen you with? Little girls LOVE just about anything that is gifted to them by parents. Some of my daughter's most cherished belongings were items (toys, clothing, etc) that were handed down to her from both her father and I during times when we had little money. At her first Christmas, I cried because I only had a $10 budget! Only now do I realize that it was a bit silly to beat myself up over it. I hope that these ideas are helpful to you and that your princess has a memorable birthday experience (:

Hi, beautyfactor, I think everyone should get gifts on birthdayBut yes, the problem is your litter daughter has had many toys and she may not value the gift, in another word, you're not in good situation as recession. In my opinion, firstly, for a gift, meaning is more important than value. So it's uncertainly to give your daughter an expensive gift. But you should prepare it by your heart. Secondly, it's a good chance to teach your daughter, don't pay special attention on material life. There are many more precious things in our lifes. (though she is so young.) And she also should be stay with you. You're her family members. But that's just my opinion. Good luck and wish your daughter a great birthday

Its difficult isn't it I have five children myself. On their birthdays me and my partner usually take them out to somewhere of their choice just me,my partner and who ever birthday it is. So me and my partner get to spend some quality time with them without their brothers or sister interrupting and they get us to themselves for a few hours. I also lay on a buffet with some finger foods and put banners and balloons up to make it feel like a party and we have a family party at home. I usually bake a cake and we will sing happy birthday to them and also take plenty of photos to remember it. The memorys are there long after the toys have gone. Maybe you could make her something I am sure if you make the day special for her she will not be too bothered if you get her a gift or not.

As far as I am concenred, what you are saying is that you are short of money now. If you want to save some money on your lovely daghter's birthday, I thinkI have a better choice for, you can just make a birthday gift by yourslef. I think your daughter you love it most.With this gift, not only can you save some money, but also can make your daughter have a very happy birthday. Happy birthday to your lovely daughter.

for me its ok if you would like to buy your daughter a gift thats normal especially for a mother like you.. but for me, since she is just turning 2 yrs this coming month. i think it would more practical if you will baked something for her or go to the park and take some picture just to make that day memorable for both of you. she already had alot of toys and she'll be used those until she get capable of playing. you will not only save money, but memories that you had shared together. i think i helped you.. on some ways

I understand your situation. I have been there. Maybe an idea would be for her birthday, make it an all about ________ day! Her favorite things etc. at 2 years old, she wont realize much of it and I dont really think she will notice the lack of a present. Regarding your guilt, you know the situation your in, you have to feel good that you are giving her a happy healthy home. There are more important things than material. Dont feel bad, it will be harder in a few years when she is more cognizant what a birthday is. You also could hit a dollar store and get her a little something there. Or even rewrap a couple of presents she already has, in newspaper. This way she can still have the thrill of "opening" gifts.

I am pretty sure you won't feel content without giving your little one something on her birthday... If you are in a tight budget, you can just make a personalized gift. for instance, a frame with her picture on it or educational toys made out of scrap materials, etc... you can look for gift ideas online.. just be creative.. exercise your artistic side! you know, birthdays happen once a year so make an effort to make it a memorable one... good luck :)

A 2 year old kid doesn't know more about gifts and she won't expect gifts. There is also a fact that you will feel guilty if you don't get a gift. In this situation, go for a small gift like a choclate. That way, you will be happy that you got a gift and at the same time you won't pay much for the gift. It is waste of money tog et more toys or dress. Be wise in spending money.

At two years old, my little one was more interested in playing with the pretty, brightly wrapped boxes than opening them and finding out what was inside of them. At first, she was very upset when we tried to get her to open them. Then, she found out how much fun ripping the paper off the boxes was, but she would throw the boxes and presents off to the side and hold on to the wrapping paper to play with. Therefore, if you could find some pretty wrapping paper at the dollar store, I think that she would be just as happy unwrapping one of the toys that she already has that she does not play with that much then if you went out and bought her something else. We also made my little one her very own cake to eat. It was a tiny cake made just for her, and she loved digging into it with both hands and smearing it all over her face while trying to get it into her mouth. She thought that was the best. You could do that with your little one - have one cake for the rest of the family and a small, "special" cake for your little one.

HAi my dear mylot friend!In my view giving gift to your daughter is not a bad thing but it is the time where children will grasp all things easily and understand easily.i think if you start giving them gifts for their birthday every year they will be expecting from you every year.and this is not at all good habit also.and moreover you have to think about your financial position also if you want to give some costly gift.there is nothing to feel guilty if you didn't give gift to your child.the wonderful gift that parents can give their children is sanskar and good education.give them gifts that are necessary for them when they can understand their value.this is what i think.

Why do you need dilemma, a gift for your daughter should be given, not neccesarily expensive, but it is important how to make her happy smile and say "thank you, I love you Mom"

I think it should. Little girl appreciated if she have something received especially on her special day no matter what the worth was but its the presence of love and affection by remembering her natal day.

hmmm..i think your mother instincts can answer your question..obviously, it's never ok not to buy your daughter a gift..she may have more birthdays to come, but she will only be 2 years old once in her lifetime.. so what does your instinct tell you? (",)