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Second hand gifts for DD

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JulyDreams · 01/08/2022 20:23

I’ve recently had a newborn. Even before and after the birth, MIL has been buying second hand only gifts and items for my DD. This includes clothes. I don’t know if I’m right to be upset? Everything has been from charity shops or second hand.

We pretty much don’t get anything unless it’s from a charity shop with no tab on. Or if we do it would be the cheapest option out of a branded item or under £5.

Never ever bought it up with her as I don’t want to upset her but I really hoped she could buy her GD something nice. It’s disheartening when I try to make the effort for her birthdays and Christmas to actually buy her a present I think she would love from a shop.

Am I being totally stupid? Sad other grandchildren have had items bought for them.

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bakewellbride · 14/12/2022 11:49

At least 2 thirds of clothing for my kids is second hand. It's no less 'special'. Its a non issue to me but each to their own.

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