Nickel Speed Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Is it appropriate to get a mother's day gift for an ex wife from your child that is the mother of your children? Particularly if they are still yet too young to get one themselves? If so, what do you get? Link to comment
Seraphim Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 I would say, yes. Put from your daughter ( name). Don’t put in anyway shape or form from you. Link to comment
j.man Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 I'd consider it appropriate regardless of the child's age. I would think it would go a long way toward amicably co-parenting if you're essentially just expressing that you respect and appreciate them as your child's parent. I don't think anyone would suggest roses or a spa trip or anything, but an innocent card with a handwritten and completely non-suggestive note expressing said appreciation would serve just fine, in my opinion. Link to comment
Andrina Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Of course. Letting the child choose a card is wonderful. Gift ideas? In my town, there's a pottery place where kids can choose something to make and paint. Buy a couple of gourmet cupcakes for the child and his mother to share. Have the child choose a small potted plant. Take a photo of the child holding a paper heart saying "I love you, Mom" and frame it. Link to comment
maew Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Is it appropriate to get a mother's day gift for an ex wife from your child that is the mother of your children? Particularly if they are still yet too young to get one themselves? If so, what do you get? Absolutely. I like the ideas I have heard so far... get the child involved and let them choose what to get. Personally speaking, as a mom the things I appreciate the most are the stories, poems and pictures that my kids made for me over the years, especially now that they are grown up. I still have most of them stored away. Link to comment
Starlight925 Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Absolutely yes, and what a kind thought. Link to comment
Afireblue Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Is it appropriate to get a mother's day gift for an ex wife from your child that is the mother of your children? Particularly if they are still yet too young to get one themselves? If so, what do you get? Yes, and get your child involved in the process of course. It shows good manners and example for your kid Not sure how old your child is, but a hand made card, photo frames of the two of them, flowers.... you dont want to get jewelry or anything too extravagant Link to comment
Nickel Speed Posted May 9, 2019 Author Share Posted May 9, 2019 Since ya'll gave the go ahead. This is my last night with kiddo this week with her as her Mom will have her Friday through Sunday, so I will go buy a "craft" during lunch. I've got an idea now. Oven mitt with kid's hand print on it and a handmade card that says: "I grip your hand so I don't fall But one day I will be big and tall Here is a reminder I was once this small Even when I'm grown and gone away This helping hand is here to stay Happy Mother's Day." Obviously I will have to be the one to actually write the card, and then just let her draw and scribble on the cover or whatever. Combined a few different ideas from pinterest. This should do. Link to comment
goddess Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Since ya'll gave the go ahead. This is my last night with kiddo this week with her as her Mom will have her Friday through Sunday, so I will go buy a "craft" during lunch. I've got an idea now. Oven mitt with kid's hand print on it and a handmade card that says: "I grip your hand so I don't fall But one day I will be big and tall Here is a reminder I was once this small Even when I'm grown and gone away This helping hand is here to stay Happy Mother's Day." Obviously I will have to be the one to actually write the card, and then just let her draw and scribble on the cover or whatever. Combined a few different ideas from pinterest. This should do. That sounds wonderful! Link to comment
maew Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Since ya'll gave the go ahead. This is my last night with kiddo this week with her as her Mom will have her Friday through Sunday, so I will go buy a "craft" during lunch. I've got an idea now. Oven mitt with kid's hand print on it and a handmade card that says: "I grip your hand so I don't fall But one day I will be big and tall Here is a reminder I was once this small Even when I'm grown and gone away This helping hand is here to stay Happy Mother's Day." Obviously I will have to be the one to actually write the card, and then just let her draw and scribble on the cover or whatever. Combined a few different ideas from pinterest. This should do. Awwwwwww [emoji24][emoji24][emoji24][emoji24][emoji24][emoji24] such a lovely thought! Link to comment
Starlight925 Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 OMG, that's about the sweetest gift idea I have ever heard of. What a great way to honor the mother of your precious child! Link to comment
Cherylyn Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Absolutely. Handmade crafts are very appreciated. I'm not a fan of flowers because they just die. Handwritten MD card is nice, too. I treasure those from my sons forever. Link to comment
WithLove Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Perfect. It also shows that you want the child to remain the focus. Link to comment
Nickel Speed Posted May 9, 2019 Author Share Posted May 9, 2019 Absolutely. Handmade crafts are very appreciated. I'm not a fan of flowers because they just die. Handwritten MD card is nice, too. I treasure those from my sons forever. I've never cared for giving flowers, always felt too impersonal. Go to the store, hand them $20-$70 and deliver it home. No real thought needed. Wife complained about that one time that she didn't get them often enough, so I started buying them anyway. Always got her other "random" gifts usually pertaining to her hobbies and interests. Link to comment
Cherylyn Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Practical yet special gifts are appreciated, too. There was a lot of thought put behind it which is treasured for life. Link to comment
melancholy123 Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 Have the child draw a picture or make a card for mom. It should not be associated with you in any way. Held child sign their name if old enough. Link to comment
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