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Ideas for a “new mum survival kit”?

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LittleMissCantBeWrong2 · 26/04/2020 13:49

My friend had her first baby about a month ago. She’s struggling. She’s not able to see her parents or her friends and I can’t even imagine how hard that must be when it’s your first.

She’s an old friend and I’ve been reconnecting with her over messenger recently. I was going to buy the baby a present and post it to her but I thought it might be nice to put together a wee “survival kit” with nice things and post it down to her. I’m just looking for some ideas.

I didn’t breastfeed and I know she is so a couple of wee pointers that might be nice in that respect would also be appreciated.

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Whatelsecouldibecalled · 26/04/2020 13:58

Things she can eat with one hand. Cereal bars chocolate raisins etc. A travel mug keep drinks warm and not spill on baby. Earphones to listen to podcast or something similar when feeding baby in night. Hand cream when washing g hands all time. Amazon voucher due early hours shopping

Whatelsecouldibecalled · 26/04/2020 13:58

Excellent nipple cream

LittleMissCantBeWrong2 · 26/04/2020 15:25

She is not loving breastfeeding

When do you stop having to use the nipple cream?

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Whatelsecouldibecalled · 27/04/2020 01:00

No idea I’m bottle feeding sorry

bookish83 · 27/04/2020 01:10

Amazon voucher/ especially if she has a kindle
M&s e voucher in lieu of a baby gift
Food as described above
Coffee delivery from a nice online brand
Skin treats
Reusable bamboo breast pads if she doesnt have already/ amazing
Lighthearted easy books
Wooden teether for baby on etsy

You ate doing a really kind thing. My heart goes out to brand new mums just now xx

wonderrotunda · 27/04/2020 01:24

If she is having difficulty with feeding the nct helpline can be great
www.nct.org.uk/baby-toddler/feeding/common-concerns/breastfeeding-concerns-problems-and-solutions
I think a pressie to make her feel loved is a wonderful idea. Foot cream?

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