Return gifts are one of those party-planning tasks that are easy to postpone.
Then suddenly the birthday is only a few days away.
To make things easier, here's a simple checklist you can follow before ordering your party favours.
✅ 1. Confirm the Guest Count
Start with your final list.
Write down:
Number of children = ______
Then add a small buffer for unexpected guests.
✅ 2. Decide Your Budget
Work out:
Total budget = ₹______
Number of children = ______
Approximate budget per child = ₹______
Having a number in mind makes shopping much easier.
✅ 3. Pick the Type of Gift
Ask yourself:
Do I want:
A small party favour?
A creative activity?
A larger gift?
A themed product?
The current Return Gifts page offers both individual options and multipacks.
✅ 4. Compare Pack Sizes
The current collection includes:
- Pack of 12 Party Play Dough Kits
- Pack of 12 Mini Play Dough Favours
- Pack of 20 Tiny Dough Delights
alongside individual Little Explorers editions.
Compare the total price and number of children before deciding.
✅ 5. Think About the Children
Ask:
What ages are attending?
What interests do they have?
Is the activity appropriate for them?
Will both boys and girls enjoy it?
The goal is to choose something inclusive and enjoyable.
✅ 6. Check Delivery
Never assume your order will arrive immediately.
The Children's Lab currently lists same-day delivery in Mumbai for qualifying orders placed before 2 PM at additional cost and free shipping above ₹1,199.
Check the current delivery conditions before ordering.
✅ 7. Buy a Few Extras
If your budget allows, having one or two additional gifts can be useful.
Unexpected guests happen.
Gifts can also occasionally get misplaced.
An extra or two means you don't have to worry.
✅ 8. Prepare the Thank-You Message
A small card can make a big difference.
Try:
"Thank you for celebrating my special day with me!"
Or:
"Thanks for making my birthday extra special!"
✅ 9. Pack Everything Before Party Day
Don't leave the return gifts until the last hour.
Prepare them in advance.
Keep them together.
Place them somewhere easy to access.
Then you have one less thing to worry about on the actual day.
🎁 Final Checklist
Before the party:
☑ Guest count confirmed
☑ Budget decided
☑ Gift selected
☑ Quantity checked
☑ Age suitability considered
☑ Delivery confirmed
☑ Extra gifts purchased
☑ Thank-you tags prepared
☑ Gifts packed
Now you're ready.
🎉 The Perfect Ending to a Great Party
A return gift is the final little "thank you" of the celebration.
It doesn't need to be extravagant.
It simply needs to show that you appreciated having your guests there.
And when that thank-you comes in the form of something creative and fun, children get to take a little more of the celebration home with them.
👉 Shop The Children's Lab Return Gifts
