for me i wanted to make sure I didn't have to do the hunt for baby stuff aswell as christmas with 2 kids to buy for, so I really tried to get everything before I started working on xmas. I'm hoping I'll get to rest for a week or 2 after xmas before baby comes, it does feel better knowing everythings ready ifykwim? With the shops the way they are at the moment It's probably a good idea for you to wait till the Jan sales it's safer!!