TikTok tells us that #auntielifeisthebestlife , and as an aunt to six — soon to be seven — nieces and nephews, I couldn’t agree more. Finding out that your sibling is having a baby is one of the most exciting things to celebrate. Although you’ll likely be spending endless amounts of money on your newest little obsession, gifting your sister or brother a sweet cash-something for their baby shower will let them know that you care about them and their budding bundle of joy.
When deciding on the amount to gift, consider a range that feels comfortable to you while it still is meaningful for them. Factors like your own financial situation and your degree of closeness with your sibling can certainly play into how much you write that check out for, add to their gift card balance or take out at the ATM. Our official baby shower cash or check suggestion for VIP family members is $150 or more, but the final number really is at your discretion.
Tailor your total with these 3 considerations Your baby shower planning responsibilities: If you’ve been No. 1 or No. 2 in the baby shower event planning, funding the celebration or putting money towards preparations, like games, activities or diaper cake making, then it’s understandable to feel like you’ve made a significant financial contribution to your sibling and their growing family’s lives.
As such, you can adjust the monetary gift as a complement to your time and effort — both invaluable gifts in and of themselves. The sa.