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to cry over selling baby stuff?

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MoonGirl1981 · 20/01/2011 12:42

My parents have been asking me nicely for a little while to sort out my son's baby stuff (clothes, toys, cot, everything) which has been cluttering up their beautiful loft conversion for around five years.

Decided that Monday will be the day to do it as it's a Teacher Training Day and I'd like my little boy to see his baby stuff.

There's some stuff I'd like to keep, might ebay some of it and give most of it away (if I find anyone expecting a boy).

I'm gutted though.

Always imagined having more than one child. I'd love another boy. Am 30 now and not in a financial postion to have another child.

I can't keep it any longer. Is ridiculous! And someone else can make good use of it.

Is it normal to be in floods of tears at the thought of giving away his baby stuff? Or am I a freak?

:(

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PaisleyLeaf · 20/01/2011 12:44

yanbu.
I'm going to have to put myself through this at some point soon. But also keep putting it off.

SpikyBinkle · 20/01/2011 12:45

I did it too. I just didn't feel ready. Helps to keep some of it. Mind you, I finally got rid of all mine when along came another baby. You're not a freak. Just think of the pleasure it will bring others. And have a good cry

fel1x · 20/01/2011 12:47

I know what you mean and it is v hard. Could you try thinking of it another way so its not as hard?
You are not in a financial position to have another one now, but you are still young and that doesnt mean you never will be! Tell yourself you are clearing out the stuff to help out your parents who need the space and to raise a bit of cash and then WHEN you are in a good financial position you will be able to afford to buy new stuff anyway!

sukysue · 20/01/2011 12:49

No way are you a freak my hubbs had to get rid of all our baby stuff cept for the baby clothes just could not do that and neither could he. I could not do it myself he had to do it without me seeing any of it ! Aw I do feel for you but it's just another stage in this old life of ours we have tp get on with. As for another baby .... think how lucky you are to have your little boy and you are still only 30 you have loads of time left who knows what will happen .Also all the stuff will be out of fashion by then so you will have to enjoy yourself buying new stuff ! I used to make huge lists of things and peruse the mothercare and next catalogue like it was my bible!lol!

bigcar · 20/01/2011 12:50

yanbu, I've done the same. It's still in the loft but we're getting an extension and it's got to go.

missmehalia · 20/01/2011 12:50

I got rid of all DD1's early stuff. 'Twas v sad, never thought I'd have any more. However, if something in your life changes and you do have another, it's actually nice to get in some different things for them. I did have a 2nd in the end.. I kept only 1 or two things from DD1, a little dress and her first shoes.

BecauseItoldYouSo · 20/01/2011 12:52

YASooooNBU - I have underbed storage filled with DD's things. I have gotten rid of some stuff but just haven't been able to get rid of anymore.

It kills me everytime. Sad

SmallerClanger · 20/01/2011 12:54

Oh, I know. I have too much stuff from our 2 girls, (eldest now 8) and I still find it hard to part with. Clearing up ready to move house today, I found their first pairs of proper shoes. So do keep a few things, we have some tiny baby-grows and the prettiest clothes that were given as special presents. The rest were handed on to family and friends, so we saw them being loved for many years. Rest to charity shops. Problem is with toys, each one has a special memory; was their favourite for a while etc.....doesn't help that my parents have a cupboard full of ALL my old toys and games...but I suppose kids today have so many things, you have to get rid of some of them.
Good luck, and don't worry about the tears.

LouMacca · 20/01/2011 13:03

YANBU. I cried when someone came for my beloved Instep Twin Out N About Nipper - god I loved that buggy - so many happy memories Smile

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MoonGirl1981 · 20/01/2011 13:07

I put on facebook how I was feeling and my younger cousin just commented that he had a baby due in May (which had slipped my mind) should 'I need a home' for anything.

Not sure how I'm going to feel about clothes and toys but he can definately have the cot, sterilizer, bottles (you can still buy seperate teats in supermarkets, right?), cot sheets, baby bath (never used it) and stuff.

Feeling better now.

The only thing in my head that I can't part with is this little blue hoody with a dinosaur on it saying 'ROAR'! I always loved it and he used to wear it all the time.

Would it be odd if I had it framed?

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monkeyfacegrace · 20/01/2011 13:12

No, Ive had a few of my son and daughters things framed Blush

Just things like sleepsuit that they wore home. Put a photo in the corner, and mounted it. They look lovely!

LouMacca · 20/01/2011 13:12

Not alt all odd OP - I think that would be lovely.

My friend has her twins first pair of jeans framed, they look fab!

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