Archive for December, 2009
Whether a new baby is on the way, or has just recently been born, birth is a time for celebration and a time for family and friends to offer their support to new mothers and fathers. New parents will need thousands of dollars of supplies to support their new baby in the first few months following birth. Whether the parents are having a baby shower or not, it’s nice to receive newborn baby gifts from friends and relatives. After all, if you’re close to the mother and father you’ll be taking a part in the baby’s development!
Gifts you might consider for a newborn include plush toys, clothing, burp cloths, bibs, and larger items like strollers, high chairs, and cribs. If you’re not sure what to get, you might think about a gift basket, as this will cover all the bases and ensure that the parents-to-be get at least something they need.
My daughter is about halfway through the fourth grade, and she recently came home to announce an upcoming homework assignment. Her task was to do some research on a particular species of animal, including the physical characteristics, behavioral traits and natural habitat. We had taken numerous trips to the zoo over the years, and I knew before she even told me that she’d be focusing on some type of primate or another.
As it turned out, she had chosen the squirrel monkey. These monkeys make their home in South and Central America, mostly in the canopy layer of tropical forests. Their distinctive dark shading around the eyes gives the appearance of mascara. To surprise my daughter, I went online and found a plush monkey toy that resembled a squirrel monkey in every superficial way. Suddenly she had a helpful prop to aid in her presentation.