NewCliche21 Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 A little personal, but what the hell, shared a lot on here anyway: My wife and I have been trying for four years, four IUI's (turkey baster technique), five rounds of IVF (too much to explain), and six digits to have a child, and we're going to be blessed with a son just before kickoff this year. Not that any child isn't, but this is a huge, HUGE deal to me. I don't know why in the hell I haven't though of it before now, or expected any differently, but my wife/in-laws/her friends have kind of taken over 99-150% of the nursery/clothing/decorating/EVERYTHING choices, and I'm getting a late start on trying to get some ideas to put the burgundy and gold in him right from the start. Nursery's a no-go for a Redskins theme, as I already have a Redskins basement (and no, I can't put him down there), but I was looking to have a few items here and there that would get my son off on the right track, ESPECIALLY because we live in the middle of Eagles country. Any dads or moms have any recommendations for anything in particular? I'm awful at this stuff, so any pointers or suggestions would be much, MUCH appreciated. There's nothing in the stores here since it's all either Ravens or Eagles, so it's tough to just impulse buy something. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Califan007 The Constipated Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 HUGE congrats to you *thumbsup*...life will never be the same lol... As for Skins baby stuff lol... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILikeBilly Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 Cleatus is cool, but advanced for a new born. They are sturdy and will last years. I have RGIII poster in my youngest son's room. You may want to wait a year before making this decision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fight for ole DC Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 My brother and his wife did something cool with their kids. They bought them each an adult size jersey (your son's will be a Redskins jersey, of course). Each year on their birthday they take a picture of their kids wearing the jersey. It's really cool to see them grow up in the jersey. Their kids are old enough now that the jerseys fit but the annual picture updates are really fun. One thing I did with my daughter is sing Hail to the Redskins to her when I was changing her diaper. She always smiled and it made me smile (even during really messy diaper changes). Now, it's one of her favorite songs and I'll catch her singing it when she is playing. (she is 3 now). Have fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whats up? Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 Congrats also! Here was my son 4 years ago. my daughter was just born about 3 weeks ago and just got this for her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilco_holland Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 Just came here to congrate you and your wife Don't know much about the little baby's so good luck with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Est.1974 Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 No ideas with regards to your question, but massive congrats from me too. Fantastic news for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewCliche21 Posted May 18, 2015 Author Share Posted May 18, 2015 Thanks guys, I really appreciate it! I think that I'm going to try and steer away from anything with a current player just because I'm kind of 1-4 with a player's longevity/success on the team (Moss versus Sean/Orakpo/RGIII/Landry) and I'd like to get that history started ASAP. I think that's an awesome idea with the jersey each year. And HTTR for the diaper changing song is a must. Routines are unbelievably important, so working that in there for either diapers or lullaby will be really important. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedBeast Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 Congrats War Paint is my recommendation. Easy on and easy off. There is a ton of stuff. My kids came home from the hospital in commercially bought Redskins PJs 17 and 21 years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewCliche21 Posted May 19, 2015 Author Share Posted May 19, 2015 Thank you guys, appreciate the help and congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HogNose Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 We had sippy cups, bibs, etc. ....ahh I miss those days sometimes. Congrats! Check Amazon for these..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tshile Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 First off, congrats! My wife and I got a ton of stuff the other week at her baby shower. Pacifiers, bibs, shirts, hats, cups. Her parents even found a really cool ceramic like this - http://www.ashtondrake.com/products/913774_washington-redskins-baby-dolls.html It's not usable, but it's something different than just redskins branded clothes etc. I got so much redskins stuff I'm actually kind of concerned about how much I advertise myself as a redskins fan now.... If you go to amazon, as HogNose suggests, and type in "redskins infant" you'll get pages of results. Also check google.com/shopping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonez3 Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 I live in Eagles country too. All I'll say is the rule you really have to enforce is ABSOLUTELY no green bird stuff. There's always one uncle or relative that will try to sneak in a bib or cup or onsey... Just lay down that law now. NO EAGLES ANYTHING Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inigo Montoya Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 the mobile and bibs were regulars, as well as clothes for me. Congrats! Cleatus broke after a short period, not worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILikeBilly Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 the mobile and bibs were regulars, as well as clothes for me. Congrats! Cleatus broke after a short period, not worth it. We have had Cleatus for a year. He is one tough dude. Although my son does seem to have him lose every fight against the transformers he plays with. I like the song idea. I live in San Diego, but my kids can sing HTTR as easily as singing the mickey mouse theme song. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PigskinRedskin Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Just wanted to say Congratulations to you and your wife! As for items, maybe a few baby things, but they will grow out of them quickly, so perhaps some simple household objects to add to the decor of the room (poster, helmet, etc)? Of course, need a couple things like a pacifier and bib like HogNose mentioned! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonard Washington Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 CONGRATS!! My lil guy was born day after the first preseason game last year. I'm not big on paraphernalia but he does have a jersey and two redskins onesies. I got all the items on sale when the season started to tank and after the season was over. The regular prices were too expensive for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jflow78 Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 Congratulations, Man! That's awesome. My wife and I are having a boy, due Sept 2 (but not our first, so they get less exciting as you go, at least for everyone else). We just got really lucky finding Skins stuff in cheap places, since we've always lived far off (I think Georgia was the closest we've come to living in DC area since being married). I've also bought some jerseys and onsies that were burgundy and gold, but didn't have any team's name on them. Not ideal, but it works. I've got a couple I'm trying to pass by the wife currently, but so far she's a no go: Anyway, enjoy it, DAD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby S Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 Congrats! I happen to live in Northern MD, Ravens, Steelers & Eagles country for some crazy reason! I do have the mobile that was posted above! My daughter loved it and now my son almost 16 months always wants to check it out when he sees it! You def want to plan when getting a creeper or Jersey. See how big your little one can be as they can easily outgrow the size even before they get into it! And I wouldn't just yet get a "player name" jersey or shirt until they are proven! For me It's been Theismann, Riggio, etc...Classic Skins stars whose names will be forever! Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewCliche21 Posted May 25, 2015 Author Share Posted May 25, 2015 Hahahaha, a lot of these are amazing! Thanks guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWFLSkins Posted May 25, 2015 Share Posted May 25, 2015 First off Congrats, congrats on conquering the trials and tribulations. I know all too well a hard road to fatherhood. But it is certainly worth the effort and the fortitude it took to accomplish what I consider the best experience in life. I have two boys, thanks to God...after a challenging journey to say the least. The opportunities to go to games as he gets older should not be missed. This is from Fedex south game vs. the Bucs, 2006. We lost but it was his birthday and we enjoyed the heck out of it. Portis signing his hat and jersey. Got Santana's glove from a Bucs fan kid about the same age, We were talking to him and told him it was his B-day and the kid said, you want this glove.....hahaaa Bucs fans have been really cool to us at the games, win or lose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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