I think a gift card is a great idea (especially for an online store). We should have them put their favorite store on the form (maybe they already do--this is our first GE so I don't know

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I think if everyone will be honest about what they don't want their baby to have (and not feel embarrassed by having a long list of "no's" or worry about seeming ungrateful), everything will be fine!
Bella and I can't wait!