New Mom Survival Kit

For the 4th Trimester

Everyone brings gifts for the baby. This gift is for the MOM. Postpartum is beautiful but brutal. These letters offer solidarity during the 3 AM feeds, the hormonal cries, and the days she hasn't showered. Create a New Mom Survival Kit that focuses on HER recovery and mental health. It's the best baby shower gift she didn't know she needed (but will definitely use).

Open when the baby won't stop crying💡 Idea: Earplugs (for 5 mins) and chocolate

Open when you haven't showered in 3 days💡 Idea: Dry shampoo and a headband

Open when you feel like a cow💡 Idea: Lactation cookies or "You are nourishing life!" note

Open when you fit into your old jeans💡 Idea: Gift card for a new top

Open when you need adult conversation💡 Idea: Call me immediately coupon

Open when you are sleep deprived💡 Idea: Instant coffee (strong)

Open when you doubt your instincts💡 Idea: Note: "You know your baby best."

Open for the first date night out💡 Idea: Babysitting coupon

Open when you have a diaper blowout💡 Idea: Hand sanitizer and a "This too shall pass" note

Open when someone gives unwanted advice💡 Idea: A "Smile and Nod" strategy card

Open when you cry over spilled milk💡 Idea: Literally or figuratively - a tissue pack

Open when you successfully leave the house💡 Idea: A "Super Mom" sticker

Open when you just want to feel like yourself💡 Idea: Your favorite non-mom snack or magazine

Open when your nipples hurt💡 Idea: Nipple cream or soothing gel pads

Open when the husband is sleeping and you aren't💡 Idea: A venting card: "It's okay to be annoyed at him."

Open when you have to go back to work💡 Idea: A photo of your baby for your desk

Open when you pump/feed in public💡 Idea: A high-five note for being bold

Open when you miss your pregnant belly💡 Idea: A photo of you pregnant (remind her how uncomfy she was!)

Open when you pee a little when you sneeze💡 Idea: A pantyliner and a "Welcome to the club" joke

Open when the house is a mess💡 Idea: Permission slip to Ignore the Mess

Open when you finish the first month💡 Idea: Confetti! You kept a human alive for 30 days!

Open when you feel guilty for taking a break💡 Idea: Reminder: "You can't pour from an empty cup."

Open when the baby smiles at you💡 Idea: Write down the date and time

Open when you are sick of visitors💡 Idea: A "Do Not Disturb - Baby Sleeping" door sign

Open when you are awake at 3 AM💡 Idea: List of funny websites to browse

Open when you finally get a full night's sleep💡 Idea: Mascara (because your eyes are finally open!)

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What to put inside?

Open when the baby won't stop crying

💡 Try this: Earplugs (for 5 mins) and chocolate

Open when you haven't showered in 3 days

💡 Try this: Dry shampoo and a headband

Open when you feel like a cow

💡 Try this: Lactation cookies or "You are nourishing life!" note

Open when you fit into your old jeans

💡 Try this: Gift card for a new top

Open when you need adult conversation

💡 Try this: Call me immediately coupon

Open when you are sleep deprived

💡 Try this: Instant coffee (strong)

Gift Ideas

You don't need to spend a lot of money. The best "Open When" letters are about the sentiment. However, small flat gifts make it extra special:

✓ Gift Cards ($5 Starbucks or Amazon)
✓ Printed Photos (Memories are free!)
✓ Stickers or Temporary Tattoos
✓ Tea Bags or Instant Coffee packets
✓ Confetti (For celebration letters)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to give a New Mom kit?

It makes a perfect baby shower gift, or drop it off a few weeks postpartum when the initial help has faded and she needs a boost.

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What to put inside?

Open when the baby won't stop crying

Open when you haven't showered in 3 days

Open when you feel like a cow

Open when you fit into your old jeans

Open when you need adult conversation

Open when you are sleep deprived

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to give a New Mom kit?

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