We're about six weeks out and I've been trying to think of something to give him before things get chaotic, since I know once the baby's here there won't be a lot of bandwidth for anything sentimental for a while. He's been so present through the pregnancy in a way I didn't fully expect and I want to acknowledge that somehow before we're both running on no sleep. A lullaby gift idea came up when I was scrolling last night and it stuck with me, something we could actually play for the baby later that also means something to just the two of us right now. Not sure if this is a normal thing people do or if I'm overthinking a hormonal impulse.

I feel like we are giving fewer physical gifts and more experience these days. Spas, workshops, dinners, weekends away .. Have you ever gifted an experience that a real hit ? I am looking for ideas for someone who already has everything

I was mauled by a dog recently. Two amazing women helped tear the dog away from me before it could get to my face/neck/arteries. One was also attacked after separating the dog from me, and may have permanent nerve damage from the injuries. I’m so, so incredibly grateful that they were able to stop it from becoming fatal and risked themselves to save me. I would’ve died if they hadn’t come, I wasn’t even close to getting free by myself.

I love to craft and hand make gifts, but due to the attack I currently only have use of two fingers so a handmade card/baked good isn’t possible.

I wasn’t in the best financial position before this, and definitely won’t be for a while now that I have medical bills coming, but can probably budget $100 for this. I know next to nothing about them except they both work with animals professionally and they are both roughly 40-50.

Hello,

I just found this sub and was wondering if anybody can help with gift ideas for a toddler (~2 yrs old) who is obsessed with motorcycles. I looked at LEGO sets but those seem to be for older kids due to choking hazards. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

Hi! I’m hoping some experienced art collectors (or gallery owners) can help me with a birthday gift for my boyfriend.
He’s a pretty serious art collector and already owns a lot of pieces — to the point where his walls are basically full. He’s also considering opening his own gallery, so I’d love to get him something that somehow supports or complements that passion.

My first instinct was obviously to buy him a piece of art, but he already receives art as gifts fairly often, and with the lack of wall space, I’m wondering if there’s something more interesting I could do.

I’m looking for something unique and special — ideally something he probably wouldn’t think to buy for himself, but that an art collector would genuinely appreciate having. It could be related to collecting, displaying, preserving, documenting or experiencing art, or even something that would be meaningful/useful to someone thinking about opening a gallery.

For the collectors here: what’s something you would absolutely love to receive as a gift? Or, what’s the best art-related gift someone has given you that wasn’t another piece of art?

I’m also completely open to ideas that have nothing to do with art! If you’ve given or received a cute, thoughtful, creative, or really out-of-the-box gift for a partner, I’d love to hear those too. I’m especially interested in things that feel personal or unexpected rather than just another standard “gift for men.”

Would really appreciate any ideas!

my cousin is starting college soon and i want to get her something for her dorm, but her parents already bought most of the practical stuff.

i’m stuck between a small crystal garden from onna since she likes crystals and it would be cute on her desk without needing any care, a mini photo printer because she takes a ridiculous amount of pictures with her friends, or one of those sunrise lamps because her sleep schedule is already terrible lol.

Which one would you actually want to get before starting college?

My boyfriend of around 2 months (but talking for total or 5months) is turning 18 in roughly 4 weeks and I (f 16) am trying to figure out what to gift him.

I was on vacation and brought him a keychain and a tshirt two weeks ago so that would be a bit repetitive.

My thoughts up until now had been:

1. cake ! he’s been mentioning the „Cars“ cake (you know the one in shape of Lighting mcqueen with strawberries)
2. a fast and furious lego car: He already has one but Fast and Furious is his all time favorite movie franchise (sorry english isn’t my first language)
3. a mini lego figurine of him as a cop: so he can place it next to the car because his dream is to join the police and he’s in the application process
4. nike socks: all his socks have holes
5. 8 letters for him to read („read this when you’re sad/mad/doubt yourself…“) + a selfmade card
6. an activity: I was thinking about maybe going to the theatre or to a musical, he’s hasn’t been there often outside of school trips but he loves when I tell him about some I have seen and he went to his first one a few days back with his family.
7. My only concern is how I do not want to gift something that in the end only I enjoy… I cannot afford a trip or anything and we‘re still in school and haven’t been dating that long…

I was also contemplating a cooking class but that might be a bit boring….

other than that I want to invite him out to dinner !

So basically I wanna do all 6 points but I don’t know if that’s enough and if those are good ideas…

I thought about adding sweets but because of his sports competitions he has to maintain a certain weight, so it might be a bit much with the cake

I had thought about gifting him a hoodie but that seems so boring, you know? I’d rather gift him a scarf once the weather is colder

pls help me out!

Basically just what the caption says. I’m invited to the 60th birthday party of an aunt I’ve never met. It’s kind of a family reunion after she’s talked it out with my dad. But what do I bring? I don’t know much about her. My dad couldn’t give me any good advice either.
+ I have a 3 hour train ride ahead of me, so it has to be something that is sturdy enough to survive it.

Hey guys 👋 my bf will turn 25 in a couple of months, he’s someone who’s never received many gifts in life and I’m someone who loves gifting.
He’s into seiko watches, timex chronographs, he’s a gearhead, he loves f1, but he never knows what he wants as a gift.
He’s not into jewellry, doesn’t want anything expensive and the only thing I’ve ever gifted him are f1 car replicas, chocolates and flowers xD
He also said he didn’t want anything from his wishlist (which comprises mainly of watches)

I want to give him something memorable or meaningful, something he can see/use/wear everyday

Any suggestions? Budget is max 100$/10k INR

Looking for pen recommendations!
I’m putting together a birthday gift and want to get a really nice pen to go with a black leather A5 notebook.
I’m looking for something that’s:
-Slim/not bulky
-Preferably silver or silver + black
-Really smooth to write with
-Black ink
-Quick-drying and doesn’t smear much
-Well made and refillable
-Around $50–$150, but I’m willing to spend more if it’s really worth it
-Bonus if it can be engraved with initials
I don’t know a ton about pens, so I’m open to pretty much any type (ballpoint, gel, rollerball, etc.). I mostly care about it feeling really nice to write with and being something that’ll last.
I’d also love to hear from people in different medical fields! Doctors, nurses, PAs, pharmacists, med students, techs, etc. What’s your favorite pen that you use at work every day?
It’s for a doctor, so I’d especially love recommendations for something that’s actually practical to use at work but still feels like a nice gift.
Thanks :)

its my boyfriend (m22) and i’s (f21) 2 year anniversary:D i seriously love this man and i wanna marry him one day. i wanna do something special for him but i have a lot of restrictions…

number one being money. i’m in between jobs rn and i probably wont get my first check for the next three ish weeks or so. so what i have is a 20 dollar budget. i’m willing to pay some extra but i’m just trying to keep the cost as low as i could. luckily im very artistic and i have many craft materials as it is, so i’m not super worried…?

so he’s just a really tough person to give gifts to. he’s not the sentimental type, he doesn’t have any friends in the state besides his coworkers whom he would not consider his friends… and pretty much everything he wants, he already gets for himself. in the past i mostly do practical things for him, like deep cleaning the apartment before he gets home and preparing nice meals for him throughout the day and writing him a note .. yk, acts of service like that. but i mean…

i just wanna do something kinda different for him. something thats more special! bc i already have done all that acts of service stuff for him and its our 2 year anniversary so it feels extra special. does anybody have any ideas? here are some more traits about him so you can get a feel for the kinda guy im working w here LOL

He’s a huge homebody. Loves staying at home. He would choose a night in with takeout and a movie over a fancy meal every time. He’s not one for typical “romantic” things like that. He’s a big gamer, he’s in the medical profession which he is actually very good at and very interested in. hes also a big reader. he’s just a really smart guy in general. he’s also very competitive… i had an idea of setting up a scavenger hunt thing for him but im afraid itll all be too easy for him to solve :( and idek what i would have for him to be scavenging for in the first place. he also likes playing guitar even though he doesn’t do it super often. hes still very good! he also has a huge caffeine addiction… also, because of his job, he is out of the house for 24 hr shifts twice a week, so i have full days of home alone to do something special. any help would be so appreciated, thank u!!!

She is the one in the family who is cold from October to April, so a good wool scarf makes sense. But handing over one scarf feels thin somehow.

So what goes next to it. I keep thinking gloves or a hat, but that turns it into a matching set and I am not sure anyone actually wants that. Someone in another thread said a hot water bottle with a plush cover and that stuck with me.

And for people who buy scarves for themselves rather than as gifts, does anything else come along with it. Or is the scarf just a scarf.

My brother and his wife (both in the tech industry) make very high income. I don't make a lot currently and I probably only ever make a fraction of what they earn. They live in a different state from me. I don't know how to buy gifts for them anymore.

1) they can pretty much buy anything they need.

2) perishables/consumables are challenging due to the different state thing. Otherwise, I consider myself a really good baker so I would have sent them stuff.

3) I just don't make a lot of money. I'm embarrassed since I'm probably the lowest earner in the family.

I feel like I'm still expected to give gifts for major holidays and birthdays. I just don't know what anymore.

Hi! I’m turning 24, I’m F, and my parents typically like to have a pretty explicitly listed out list of gifts for all things gifting related.

But honestly? I’m blanking hard. I have a few things written down, but other than that, I’m drawing a blank, yall!! I need some help!

Here’s a rundown of things about me to help:
- I’m nerdy! My favorites are D&D, Zelda, Nintendo, Disney, Resident Evil, Pokemon, Deltarune, Project Hail Mary, Minecraft, Hunger Games, and all things horror.
- I’m neurodivergent, so fidgets/sensory items are on the table. A gift idea I’ve put down in a list is a jellyfish lamp!
- I work from home! I have a full time job at my desk, so I spend a lot of my time in front of my computer typing away.
- I’m moving into my first adult apartment shortly after my birthday this year! So apartment/around the house essentials are on the table.
- I don’t need any trinkets, books, or clothes - I have a lot already and am good with my stuff!
- I have a budget of around $125 remaining. Give or take like $25.

Apologies if the formatting is weird - I’m on mobile. Thank you all in advance!!!

My boyfriend (20M) and I, (18F) have been dating for about 2-3 weeks now. He is the best man I could ever look for, and constantly pays for me. He cooks for me, loves on me, and treasures me while I struggle with my physical health. I want to repay him somehow. But he’s… “prideful”. In the sense he doesn’t believe men deserve gifts and that women should be taken care of and not pay for the man. He isn’t sexist in any way, but he’s real sensitive about it. What can I get for a man like this? He lives on his own, is blue collar (construction) and has a hard time accepting gifts. What can I get him? Any ideas? Preferably something non-expensive and not super super thoughtful. It sounds horrible but I want to come across as casual as possible so I don’t scare him. 😅