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What would you put in a new mum care package?

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Jumpystar · 25/05/2026 12:51

I’d like to send a box of treats to a friend who’s given birth a week ago. I’d like to include snacks she can easily keep nearby which don’t need to be refrigerated. Some chocolates, hand cream - any other ideas?

I only gave birth myself ten months ago but I seem to have forgotten what was most useful!
She gave birth by c section if relevant to items.

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tsmainsqueeze · 25/05/2026 13:03

I would put a lovely bath /shower gel such as Korres -iv'e seen these cheaper in tk max.
A really good hand cream and lip balm, a house type magazine if she likes looking at interiors ,easier to look at the visuals than read if she can't put the baby down.
Some good quality face wipes, a new cotton face flannel .
A really good body butter type cream .
She may not use these things straight away but she'll have them to look forward too.
You are a lovely friend.

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