Is this tacky/unfair to DS? - Page 2

[EnviroBecca]

The only occasion I really think registries are exceptable are for weddings. I mean what is somebody going to do with 10 toasters, and that
could happen without a registry.

How is that problem confined to weddings? You could just as easily get 10 Boppy pillows at a baby shower.

My view on college funds or gift registries is that you should not mention them on the invitation. When people ask for suggestions, that's when you mention your fund or registry AND another option. Example: "We are registered at ecobaby.com and Target, or we could really use some sturdy picture books or warm hats."

[lilyka]

We always register for our babies (even in the absense of a shower) because A) it is just fun daydreaming B) it gives us a list C) somenoe els emigh need an idea and it helps with returns (they don't have to remember to get a gift reciept). I knwo I have one friend in particular who just wasn't into baby stuff like some people but want to bles us with somehting practical. She bought us something lovely and practical for each of our children and those three things were used more than anything else we recieved. She was thrilled to know that she didn't have to shop in an area she didn't know or care about (she, by the way, is the now the wonderful AP mother of a very sweet and breastmilk chubby baby girl who will just melt ya. ). we also always register at the local toy store because we get a 50% off coupon for doing so and anynoe who shops from our list gets 20% off. we don't announce it but I htink people know to ask at the store. I would never say "well we are registered at . . . " except fopr a shower.

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[QUOTE=lilyka]My general rule is to never suggest a gift unless people ask.