What would be the BEST thing for a new Dad could do for his partner?

[Tobe]

Hey,

So I'm about to become a Dad for the first time and going through the usual perparation - NCT, Birthing Centre workshop, reading-up, etc..

However, I want to do something nice for my wife as a surprise once the baby's born. Something a little out of the blue and a bit more focused on her, as opposed to her and the baby (if you know what I mean). I'm struggling to think of ideas. The only one I've come up with so-far is a food hamper of all the things she's been missing out on for the last 9-months (cured meats, soft cheeses, etc).

Has anyone got any better suggestions, or personal experiences (including bad ideas)? I'd love to hear them.

Thanks in advance,

Toby

p.s. first-time poster here.

No gestures, just genuine, thoughtful, constant support.

Kindness. Humour.

Be in it together.

Don't compete on tiredness.

The person who was pregnant for 9 months, went through labour, and whose body is providing 100% of the baby's nourishment wins.

My dh have brand new crisp bed linen on the bed for when i got home. Lovely!

I would have loved a shellac or blow dry. New perfume as I felt very unglam

Decent box sets

Book a hotel break for a little while away - all three of you for your first holiday (or vouchers so you are not tied)

There are three little words she needs to hear over and over and over again, to the point where she completely believes them.

"I've got this".

Bonus points if you follow it up with "Go back to sleep"