Hey, everyone!
I hope you are all having a lovely December so far! I got my Christmas decor put up last week and am loving all the cozy lights and Christmas music more than ever before. I feel like every year that goes by makes me love the Christmas season and the deep significance of what we celebrate at this time of year even more. So thankful for our Saviour and His willingness to come to earth in human flesh!
I don't know if you are the same way, but for me it can sometimes be hard to pick out Christmas gifts that are thoughtful and personal, but also not out of my budget. That's why I really love gift idea lists. ;) Not the kind that are like "You could get your man tickets to a Caribbean cruise! Here's a link for 10% off your purchase of $2500 or more!" ...Ok, thanks for that, I'll tuck that away for whenever I happen to become a millionaire. ;) No, I like the ones that just give some simple ideas in an actually affordable price range...things that we normal people could feasibly pull off. :) So today I'd like to give you some gift ideas for the mamas you may know. And no, this is NOT a list of hints for myself, haha! These are just things that I have either received or have thought of as being really nice and helpful things for a new or even a second or third time mom. :) They're in a range of prices, but all under $40. I'll include links where I can!
These lamps are sooo nice for having in baby's nursery for late night feedings or diaper changes! They give such a soft, warm light that is bright enough to get things done by, but not glaring or harsh. I loved using this when Eben was little and not sleeping through the night yet!
2. Diapers.
No, seriously. Diapers are expensive over time!! ;P And they go soooo fast!! Getting diapers as a gift is actually a huge blessing because you have to get them one way or another.
3. (For an expecting Mama) Postpartum Gift Kit
Protein packed snacks, post-birth healing spray, (SO amazing for helping things heal after natural birth!) and an electric or microwaveable heating pad are all super useful items to include. If I had to recommend just one though, it would be the spray. ;)
These things are incredibly relaxing...you fill it with warm water and it vibrates and does bubbles...ahh! :) (A bonus item to include would be some magnesium flakes to add into the water! :)
5. Fuzzy Socks or Slippers
I know I'm not the only one who lives in these things. ;)
Or any other photo service, really. I know for me this is something I have a hard time splurging on, but being able to order a photo book or get some sweet personalized household items is really special!
7. A Cute and Comfy Maternity Hoodie
Especially at the end of my pregnancy, I lived in all the soft, stretchy things I had. If they looked cute, that was just a bonus. ;) Basically I felt like a 2 ton walrus, and I wasn't about to be even more uncomfortable in order to look nice, haha!
8. A date with her hubby. :)
If the parents are comfortable with it, an offer to watch the baby/kiddos for even an hour so they can go grab a coffee together is seriously SO awesome!! This doesn't even take any money (unless you included a gift card or something), it's only a time commitment. And wow, will it ever be appreciated! :) Dates definitely get more complicated when little ones enter the picture (not that they aren't 1000% worth it, of course!!) Just saying. ;)
9. A month or two of a grocery shopping subscription like Instacart or Walmart+
I have had groceries delivered once or twice due to just NOT feeling up to taking an infant out grocery shopping...it's truly pretty amazing to be able to stay home and have your groceries show up on the porch. ;D I'm sure this isn't for everyone, but it can be a huge blessing to alleviate that need for bundling up a fussy baby and going out to the store, especially if it has to be done during the day when her man is at work! :)
I have kept one of these very consistently for almost 6 years now. There is a space for every day, just a sentence or two...looking back on them years later is just SO special. As a busy mama, most of the time one or two lines is all I have the time or energy for, so this type of book is perfect!! :)
And there you have it! I hope this little list has sparked a good idea for your Christmas shopping! God bless you all in this beautiful season!
Love,
Mykaela
