Thoughtful Breastfeeding Friendly Gift Ideas
The holiday season is upon us! Let’s be real, the December holiday season is busy busy busy! Add with littles, breastfeeding, and holiday events, the season is FULL. Do you have a loved one in the thick of postpartum and lactation that you want to get a gift? Well, we thought we’d offer a few unique gift ideas to make your loved one feel special and more easeful.
Gifts for Self Care
Self-care is so important during postpartum, but while trying to keep up with children, daily life, and work, self-care can end up on the bottom of the list. However, If you're on the lookout for a gift to boost your favorite new parent's self-care game, you're in for a treat with plenty of fantastic options.
Affirmation Cards
Affirmation cards can be such a great idea to gift a parent/expectant parent as they’re experiencing postpartum, or even to provide encouragement during childbirth. They’re also an excellent DIY idea or a quick buy to support your friend. Encouragement goes such a long way! Support definitely includes positive affirmations! Good reminders that all the feedings, diapers, early mornings and the learning curve is all worth it, and they are doing a good job can mean so much! Reminding them that learning to nurse their baby is a marathon, not a sprint. Reminders that they are not alone in the thick of parenthood. Asking for help can be hard for any of us, but it can be hard to even think to do so as a parent. So sharing some positive words may be just the thing that helps get your friend, family member, or loved one through a tough moment or a long night.
Spa Day, At-home Spa Kit & massage (in-home or via professional)
Nursing, birthing a baby, or even just caring for a baby takes a lot out of a person - the full scope of the person, mind, body and spirit. Pampering can be low on the totem pole, but it should be higher. Gifting a trip to the spa or a massage can really bring some healing and balance back into parents (both the lactating parent and non-lactating parent’s) spirit. If leaving the home isn’t possible for that person, creating a spa kit with essential oils, lotions, and various things can be such a wonderful way to pour into them. Massage is another great way to bring calmness and relaxation to the body. Whether the massage is done by you or a professional, it can provide immeasurable benefits for their health, lactation support, and general mental wellbeing. Don’t skip on the scalp massages at the salon (or in-home), pairing it with a hair wash and style can be just the thing someone needs
PJS & Slippers
Nice Pajamas & slippers - A good pair of pajamas can be a game changer. A good, comfortable pair of pjs can feel so luxurious. This doesn’t have to be complicated, especially if you’re thinking about getting something for a parent who may be breastfeeding or planning too. Grab a pair with buttons and boom they’re nursing friendly! Breathable slippers with arch support can also help alleviate some of the stress on the body and keep your feet cozy. Go for a pair of slippers that are easy to get on and off in a pinch
Breast Milk Jewelry
With permission, you can turn a parent’s breast milk into a keepsake. Breast Milk Jewelry can be such a heartwarming, sentimental gesture to encapsulate a parent’s bodyfeeding journey. Pumping, combination feeding, nursing from the breast, and all the various forms breastfeeding happen in is daily dedication, hard work, and love. This gift will surely brighten a nursing parent's season and serve as a reminder of this time for them
Gifts for Convenient Feeding Support
Silverettes
Silverettes are a great gift for nursing parent for nipple protection. Silverettes are crafted out of pure 925 silver and are antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antifungal that aid in nipple healing. They are a great investment for parents who are interested in a simple, natural assistance for nipple healing. Silverettes may alleviate discomfort or soreness in nursing nipples, parents can place a few drops of breast milk in each cup after each breastfeeding session. Then, position the cups directly over the nipples, similar to using cupping glasses. These cups are simple, but can help to bring comfort in a parent's feeding journey.
Comfortable pumping Bra: Simple wishes
Ensuring a smooth breastfeeding and pumping experience, a good pumping bra isn't just a luxury but a necessity. An excellent gift suggestion for any new or experienced parent is the Simple Wishes hands-free nursing bra. Available in two adjustable sizes (S-L & L-Plus), this bra eliminates the need for precise measurements, providing a quick and helpful solution to grant parents the freedom to use their hands during pumping sessions. Consider accompanying the gift with a note mentioning that The Breastfeeding Center offers bookable bra fittings, acknowledging the importance of understanding both the prenatal and postpartum body.
Well wishes to you and yours during the holiday season! We hope that these ideas are helpful as you search for the best gifts for your loved ones!