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Clothes or skincare gift for a new mum? (~1 month pp)

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Epli · 02/04/2022 15:36

My mum will come to visit me when I am around 1 month post partum and she wants to bring some gift since it's my birthday. What should I ask for that can make this time a bit easier? I have all practical things like nursing pillows, nursing clothes etc. so I am looking for something more indulgent. I was thinking some nice jogger pants or leggings (maybe Lululemon) or some premium skincare (I tend to get dehydrated if I don't sleep enough so things like facial oils/serum), but maybe some experienced mum have other suggestions about products that helped them survive first months with baby and feel a bit better/less messy?

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Cloudwire · 02/04/2022 17:55

Yes to nice joggers that will make you feel less scruffy but will be comfy.

I found I barely had time to brush my teeth let alone apply nice skincare for the first few months so that would have been wasted on me.

The main thing I would recommend is snacks that can be eaten one handed, especially posh chocolates!

ReeseWitherfork · 02/04/2022 17:59

I’ll be about 1 month PP on my birthday and plan to ask for a magazine subscription. (Assuming you have no toddlers running around) those first few weeks/months of motherhood can include lots of dull moments. Plus nice to have something to look at when feeding.

evilharpy · 02/04/2022 19:02

I would have loved really nice pyjamas that actually fit my post partum body, as it took me ages to lose the weight (actually I gained more for various reasons before losing it) and I lived in a variety of baggy leggings and t shirts and felt horrible.

Baboutheocelot · 02/04/2022 19:08

I loved khiels midnight recovery oil. Oh and a nice hand cream to put on at night. I have an M&S honey hand balm which I really like.

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