How much does a baby gift cost? Regarding specific amounts and manners
When it comes to baby gifts, there are surprisingly many things you don't know about, such as how much you should give and whether there are any rules or etiquette. Let's review the basic knowledge.
Which is better: cash or things?
It's hard to say which is better, cash or a gift, as it depends on the relationship with the recipient and the recipient's preferences.
Living with a baby involves a lot of stuff, so it's nice to have cash so you can buy whatever you want, but you need to be careful as it's rude to give cash to someone older than you or in a higher social standing. In recent years, catalog gifts have become popular as they are less direct than cash and offer more flexibility. If the recipient is someone you have a close relationship with, such as a relative or a close friend, it may be a good idea to ask them about their wishes in advance and consult with them before making a decision.
What is the market price?
Many people are worried about how much is appropriate, whether it's in cash or goods. Too little would be rude, and too much would make the recipient worry and could even be a burden, so it's important to hit the ``just right'' line.
The amount varies depending on the relationship with the other party.
The closer you are, the higher the amount you pay, so it's common to have more siblings than friends or colleagues. If it's a relative, you can give a smaller amount if you don't have much contact with them, but if it's someone you have a close relationship with, such as going out together, you should give a larger amount.
Prices vary depending on the recipient's age and position; if the giver is an older brother or sister of the recipient, the gift will be given more than if the recipient is a younger brother or sister, and if the giver is married, the gift will be even more.
What is the specific amount?
For example, the average price for siblings or relatives is around 10,000 to 30,000 yen, and for cousins, nephews, or nieces, the average price is 5,000 to 30,000 yen. It is common to give 3,000 to 10,000 yen to a friend, and 3,000 to 5,000 yen to a colleague or subordinate. If you are a parent or grandparent, you may have to pay a higher amount of 30,000 to 100,000 yen.
If sending in joint names, it usually costs around 3,000 yen per person, depending on the number of people. Some companies have rules regarding congratulations and condolences, so be sure to check them before sending congratulations to your colleagues.
Also, if you have already received a gift from someone, it is good manners to give them the same amount.
What to do after the second child?
When a second baby is born, it is basic to give the same amount of congratulations as the first. If you reduce the amount for the second person without any special reason, there is a risk that the other person may worry that something has happened.
We recommend that you keep some form of record so you don't forget how much you gave the first person.
How do you celebrate when twins are born?
If you have two twins born at the same time, you may be wondering how much to celebrate. Generally speaking, 1.5 times the amount for one person is considered appropriate. You may want to consult with the people around you and make sure you are on the same page.
Points to note when gifting cash
When giving cash as a baby gift, prepare new bills. It has the meaning of celebrating a new beginning, and also expresses the feeling of congratulations, saying, ``I'm looking forward to the birth of your baby, and I've been preparing for you.''
As with other celebrations, it is best to avoid using even divisible amounts. Above all, numbers ``4'' and ``9'', which are associated with ``death'' and ``suffering'', should be avoided. It is bad manners to give 40,000 yen or 90,000 yen.
Is there a rule for gift bags?
The gift bag is made of red and white Mizuhiki tied in a bow. The number of Mizuhiki is generally 5 or 7, and you can choose it according to the amount. Recently, not only the traditional red and white mizuhiki, but also gift bags with cute designs have become popular. However, you should be careful as some recipients, such as superiors or co-workers, may think this is too casual.
Weddings are something that should only be done once, so we use a cut Mizuhiki called a ``musubikiri'', but for celebrations that can be repeated many times, such as a baby shower, it is appropriate to use a ``bow knot''. Be careful not to make any mistakes.
How to write Noshi?
Write the name of the sender and the recipient's name on the front of the gift bag and on the note attached to the gift item. In the case of baby gifts, common expressions include ``goshuu'', ``birthday gift'', ``birthday gift'', and ``safe birth gift''. The names of the gift givers can be joint names, but up to 3 people can give the gift. If there are 4 or more people, please use "◯◯ all".
A more expensive celebration is not necessarily better! ?
When you receive a congratulation, it is customary to give a ``home congratulation'' in return. Family celebrations are basically ``half-return''. Since the gift will be given in return at around half of the amount received, an overly expensive baby gift may be a burden to the recipient. It is also good manners to not give more than the market value.
It is also a good idea to let the other person know in advance that you will decline the family gift so as not to worry them.
A baby gift is the baby's first gift.
In order to convey your feelings of blessing, you should know the basic etiquette and make it a gift that will bring smiles to both the giver and the recipient.
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