https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:36:57 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703533 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 16:21:41 +0000 SweetiePie 2703533@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@gingerbebe: long iphone charger is a good one! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703530 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 16:20:40 +0000 SweetiePie 2703530@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Since you're looking at relaxing/pampering ideas maybe Mothers Milk Tea? </p> <p>I was also going to say maybe a robe. Doesn't even have to be expensive or fancy - places like JC penney have the kind that are sort of fleecy. So so so soft and comfy. I lived in mine. </p> <p>Mother Love Nipple Balm is pampering and practical. </p> <p>Agree with easy one-handed snacks and a nice water bottle like Swell. </p> <p>Aromatherapy? I had a PP Doula who was into aromatherapy and she mixed me a spray that I could spray on myself or my pillows when I felt stressed. </p> <p>Does she already have Netflix? Maybe a 6 month membership or something. </p> <p>Blowout? Is there a salon she likes? I liked getting out of the house for short things like that. Or a manicure? Here we have lots of on-demand services that will even come to your apt. </p> <p>Living Proof dry shampoo</p> <p>Lip balm </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703504 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 15:44:42 +0000 Portboston 2703504@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>This is so sweet of you!<br /> If she's worried about supply send her herblore nursing tincture (alcohol free). It helped my supply SO much. I recommended it to a friend and it helped her as well. Warn her that it tastes awful but if she mixes it with some Gatorade it's not too bad. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703414 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 13:14:55 +0000 2littlepumpkins 2703414@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@tinyperson: that's a great idea, come to think of it I would have loved that both times around!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703405 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 13:04:32 +0000 Banana330 2703405@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@tinyperson: until I received one I kinda thought it was crazy to spend that much on fruit. But OMG in my postpartum haze it was amazing! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703400 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 13:01:27 +0000 tinyperson 2703400@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Banana330: I also send edible arrangements. Fresh fruit already cut up? Yes please! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703398 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 12:59:16 +0000 RonjaL7 2703398@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would have wanted:</p> <p>dry shampoo<br /> concealer<br /> healthy snacks</p> <p>(nothing scented... I was funny about smells with my first, I was afraid the baby would smell like perfume) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703361 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 11:55:17 +0000 Pollywog 2703361@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Microscope: those sound good. I'm not sure your budget, but I send Peapod delivery of healthy snacks (grapes, halos, cheese sticks, granola bars, sandwich stuff, cereal). We literally had no fresh food in our house the first three weeks and was so grateful when my SIL came over with grocery bags in tow. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703342 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 11:24:42 +0000 T.H.O.U. 2703342@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Microscope: Even just sending in a basic plastic tupperware with a bow on top would be nice! Its obviously the food inside that counts! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703334 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 11:14:26 +0000 Mrs. Microscope 2703334@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@T.H.O.U.: @Mrs. Lemon-Lime: I looked at pre-made cookies but they are WAY TOO EXPENSIVE. Like, $3 each. I do have some cute tins, so making and sending the cookies myself is a good idea. And the I will make them mspi friendly, because you never know (and my DD ended up being mspi)</p> <p>Edible arrangements is also great! They have one of those stores close to their house, so I know it would be delivered fresh! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703332 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 11:10:42 +0000 Anya 2703332@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Microscope: that's such a nice gift! Babies r us sells packaged lactation cookies if you don't want to make them ahead of time. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703322 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 11:06:00 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2703322@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Agree @T.H.O.U.:. Make the lactation cookies for her. If you sent instructions for DH or my mom/ MIL there would be NO cookies. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703320 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 11:01:15 +0000 ValentineMommy 2703320@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Banana330: OMG I keep telling DH to buy me an edible arrangement for the hospital after I have DD! Lol YUM. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703300 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 10:07:14 +0000 T.H.O.U. 2703300@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Microscope: What about even just a few of the good oatmeal cups. The ones you just add hot water to but aren't instant? Like what you'd buy at Starbucks but I know grocery stores carry them too. </p> <p>You can totally ship cookies if you wanted to make them for her (hint hint). Cliff bars or something similar would also ship well and would be a quick/easy breakfast on the go. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703293 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 10:01:15 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2703293@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Microscope: fenugreek pills (GNC has them- if you think she would take them). pretty post partum undies. do those even exist? A scented candle. She can't soak, but a whif of something nice is the next best thing. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703286 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 09:54:00 +0000 Banana330 2703286@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Microscope: I loved an edible arrangement after I had DD. All I wanted was fresh fruit. A friend gave me a bunch of protein bars but I ended up having to go off soy and couldn't eat them. My milk didn't come in until day 5 so perhaps just some reassurance that it will come in. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703280 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 09:41:28 +0000 Mrs. Microscope 2703280@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>OK, here is my amended current list based on suggestions. You are all great! </p> <p>A variety pack of Kind bars<br /> Anti skid fuzzy socks<br /> Lactation tea<br /> Lactation cookie mix (for her DH or mom to make her)</p> <p>She is stressing about milk supply, so I wanted to acknowledge that, and send some support. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703242 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 09:06:18 +0000 MamaCate 2703242@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>M@ValentineMommy: I remember being so hungry! And also not remembering to eat with my first! With my second I had a stash of protein bars, trail mix, and other snacks next to my nursing rocker and it saved me! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703232 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 08:53:26 +0000 azjax 2703232@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Snacks like Kind bars, those Hershey caramels, fuzzy socks, trashy magazines, etc </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703220 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 08:29:59 +0000 ValentineMommy 2703220@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MamaCate: I second the snacks - I can't even count how often I forgot to eat, or didn't have something quick/easy. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703193 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 00:52:13 +0000 gingerbebe 2703193@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>A small heating pad worked wonders for me. My lower back was just sore from compensating for my abs and having to sit up in the recliner with my babes (I had 2 C-sections). Having a heating pad when I was laying down was heaven. </p> <p>An eye mask might be helpful. </p> <p>A 10-foot iPhone cord.</p> <p>Fuzzy socks - my feet got so cold being propped up on the recliner for hours.</p> <p>I loved my zip-up duster robe. I could unzip for nursing and mine had a pocket so I could carry my phone and lip balm and hair ties. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703174 Sun, 26 Feb 2017 22:18:45 +0000 MamaCate 2703174@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Microscope: you are so sweet! Food you can eat one handed would be a great addition: kind bars, trail mix, granola bars, m&amp;ms, etc. etc. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703173 Sun, 26 Feb 2017 22:05:34 +0000 tinyperson 2703173@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>After my c sections I didn't want to spend any extra time in the shower...my incision freaked me out and I was so sore. A robe would be nice - and food gift cards too! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703144 Sun, 26 Feb 2017 21:02:43 +0000 pachamama 2703144@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Food! Gift cards for takeout as she has meals already. I am picky about bath products and postpartum I was entirely uninterested in wine as I was so anxiety fueled. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703140 Sun, 26 Feb 2017 20:52:41 +0000 Mrs. Microscope 2703140@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@erinbaderin: @LBee: I guess I meant shower-able bath products! Scented shower melts, a body scrub and a nice lotion. I totally don't expect any postpartum mama to be submerged in a bath for a few weeks!</p> <p>She does have a wrap, and I asked of she had tried it, and she hadn't, but was happy I told her it might work, since she hadn't thought of it.</p> <p>She isn't scared to drink a glass of wine or a beer, even though she is nursing. One drink is fine by her (and was recommended by her IBCLC)</p> <p>I wish I knew what size she is for pajamas. It's a great idea! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703136 Sun, 26 Feb 2017 20:39:48 +0000 LemonJack 2703136@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>That's so thoughtful of you! I second the pajamas and Starbucks gift card. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703119 Sun, 26 Feb 2017 19:40:02 +0000 erinbaderin 2703119@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Do you know if she's nursing? She might not be comfortable drinking if she's nursing? And agreed, I was not allowed to take a bath until I stopped bleeding and it took 8 weeks. Maybe some snacks - Kind bars? A wrap so she can do things with a sleeping baby, an Amazon gift card so she can get a book for her Kindle. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703108 Sun, 26 Feb 2017 18:43:05 +0000 LBee 2703108@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Just as an FYI I bled for 6 weeks after my csection. Taking a bath wasn't on my radar for a really long time. I also was irrationally worried about submerging my incision. </p> <p>I would send -- a swell bottle, Starbucks gift card, candy, a Redbox gift card + popcorn, dry shampoo, high thread count pajamas (such a luxury), and just a heart felt card reminding her she's not alone and you are just a phone call away. Does she have a wrap? That changed my life in the early days. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/postpartum-gift-ideas-for-overwhelmed-new-mama#post-2703107 Sun, 26 Feb 2017 18:25:02 +0000 Mrs. Microscope 2703107@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hi ladies, a friend who lives in a different state just had her first baby, and she is feeling overwhelmed. She has a freezer stocked with meals, a helpful husband, both sets of parents helping clean and watch the dogs, but the lack of sleep and a baby who won't be put down has her feeling frazzled.</p> <p>I want to send her a relax and rejuvenate care package so she can have some time for herself. So far I have a bottle of wine, and maybe some bath products for a at home spa experience. She is 3 days post c-section. Any ideas for an overwhelmed super new mama that I can send via mail? Thanks! </p>