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writes:So my boyfriend and I have been dating for a little over a month and his birthday is coming up next month and I want to do something really special for him but I cant really think of anything. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated! Thank you! Reply to this Question
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reader, anonymous, writes (23 February 2019): considering you're 16-17, I think the best way to celebrate would be;
1. You could consider baking a cake for him - it's not too pricey and its more personal than just buying..
2. As for gifts, you could try getting something he will find useful.
OR 3. You and his friends can contribute to buying something he likes. Perhaps, he likes video games, you guys can each chip in a little to buy the gift.
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reader, Andie's Thoughts  +, writes (23 February 2019):
 This is lovely to read, but I'm afraid you may not like what I'm about to say:
It's too soon to spend more than £15 on him, especially at your age.
Now, I think it's really sweet that you want to do something special for him, but a month or two isn't very long and relationships at your age don't usually last longer than 4 to 12 months - which is okay and healthy as a teenager. That's why it would be naive to do a big gesture or buy him a "proper" present.
I think it would be wonderful of you to buy movie theatre tickets for both of you to see a new movie he wants to see and stick to something like his favourite chocolate/candy for his present - it shows a lot of thought because it's things he likes, without being too much too soon :)
If you're still together by his next birthday, you can spend a bit more and do something a little extra special, but for now, stick to small things. When we are in a new relationship, we need to hope for the best, but be prepared for the worst - like not spending much money to start with, so it's not wasted if we break up a month or so later.
Best of luck, OP!
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reader, MSA +, writes (21 February 2019):
 Plan a surprise party for him and invite all his friends?
Hand make something for him and keep it a tradition to do the same every year?
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reader, Fatherly Advice +, writes (21 February 2019):
 Considering your age and the length of the relationship, you should talk to his mother or father. You don't know him well enough to make a really personal gift. You also shouldn't overspend at this stage. Perhaps a date is the way to go.
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