Buying your son's girlfriend a present can be quite tricky. As someone who has received sex toys from a partner's parent for Christmas, I know exactly how badly a parent can get it wrong.
I'd suggest picking something that meets the following criteria:
The way to do this is by getting her a gift that shows her you've spent some time getting to know her personality and tastes. Your son might be a useful shopping partner in this case. Alternatively, you could covertly check out her Facebook profile (if you haven't done so already) and see what kind of things she has 'liked' (fingers crossed 'Ritual goat sacrificing and BDSM' doesn't feature on this).
Getting a gift for a son's partner
One thing to avoid when getting anyone a gift is something too mundane or average. Practical gifts are good because they'll get used a lot (and hopefully she'll remember you every time she uses them).
However, don't be tempted to buy vases, egg whisks, toasters - or any kitchen appliances for that matter. The only exception to this rule is if you buy her a funky looking skull toaster.
Just bear in mind that buying any type of home-ware (especially kitchenware) may imply that you think she should be living with your son (if she isn't doing so already). And that she should be the one doing all the chores!
Picking something that she'll find humorous or amusing is always a good choice. This will also help navigate that uncomfortable moment when she unwraps the present and may then feel obliged to gush appreciation. In short, funny always works.
I'd suggest picking something that meets the following criteria:
- Something that makes her feel like part of the family
- A gift that's light-hearted or not too serious (but not sex-related)
- A present that is practical but not mundane
Picking out the perfect present for my son's girlfriend
The relationship between a guy's parents and his girlfriend can often be awkward or even strained. To dispel any suggestion that this may be the case, the ideal birthday gift will show her that she's as much a part of the family as that uncle that everyone loves.
The way to do this is by getting her a gift that shows her you've spent some time getting to know her personality and tastes. Your son might be a useful shopping partner in this case. Alternatively, you could covertly check out her Facebook profile (if you haven't done so already) and see what kind of things she has 'liked' (fingers crossed 'Ritual goat sacrificing and BDSM' doesn't feature on this).
Getting a gift for a son's partner
One thing to avoid when getting anyone a gift is something too mundane or average. Practical gifts are good because they'll get used a lot (and hopefully she'll remember you every time she uses them). However, don't be tempted to buy vases, egg whisks, toasters - or any kitchen appliances for that matter. The only exception to this rule is if you buy her a funky looking skull toaster.
Just bear in mind that buying any type of home-ware (especially kitchenware) may imply that you think she should be living with your son (if she isn't doing so already). And that she should be the one doing all the chores!
Picking something that she'll find humorous or amusing is always a good choice. This will also help navigate that uncomfortable moment when she unwraps the present and may then feel obliged to gush appreciation. In short, funny always works.
