Using Store Registries to Get What You Need

As another holiday season is slowly easing out 2013 will bring more birthdays, baby showers, retirements, housewarmings, weddings, etc. I am not opposed to people creating registries to get what they need for their big day, but I am opposed to people using registries for evil! First off know your people, don't think because you invite 100 people and put 200 gifts on a registry that you will strike gold. Some people don't even look at registries, they have a budget or a predetermined gift they plan on giving and that's what you are going to get. Don't pick items for your registry based on my salary! So what we work at the same job, and I make more money than you that doesn't mean I am going to buy you a set of $500 pots because frankly We ain't that close! When it comes to babies and kids ask for what you need, you will have years to dress your kids up in stupid hats, and ridiculous outfits to take photos of them, that they will only hate you for later. Dealing in real time, babies need a lot of shit! Whether its diapers, wipes, blankets,bottles etc these things are necessary and can be costly! Ask for what you need! Even as your child gets older when its time for a birthday have a party, and you can even create a registry for the kid at any age. Until my son was about 13 I did his birthday registry at Toys R Us he was allowed to ask for 5 items one of which included Gift Cards. Especially when they are little toys take up a lot of space, and how many toys can a 3 year old play with at once. Ask for what the kid needs and GIFT CARDS! Definitely put 3-5 age appropriate toys, a few clothing items and GIFT CARDS! Let people know that you are limited on space, and to save them time and headaches you are only asking for what little Billy needs! If you really want to give back to your guests, or relatives who are supplying the gift cards send out a note or card with little Billy using, wearing, the item that they purchased! With a big THANK YOU! As parents it can be a lot of work telling other adults NO! but its your child and you know whats best! I like using sites like Amazon, Target that are multipurpose and will grow with my child. As they get older plan theme parties maybe Billy's birthday includes a makeover of his room and you need the accessories nothing wrong with asking for those. Just be creative and consistent! If you need any tips feel free to contact me!

Peace,
The Diva