by Virginia L. Allen

Created on: April 11, 2009

Carrying a baby for nine months, and bringing him/her into this world, is one of the hardest accomplishments for a woman. No accomplishment is more deserving of gift showering. Here are several gift ideas guaranteed to make any new mom happy.

* Your Services.

Being a new mom; although a joyful event; can often be mentally and physically overwhelming. What more can a new mom want and need but the aid of friends and family? Therefore, a great gift idea could be your personal services. Services such as:

1.) House cleaning.

2.) Yard work.

3.) Auto washing.

4.) Pet care.

5.) Laundry duties.

6.) Chauffeur.

7.) Taking care of errands.

8.) Grocery shopping.

9.) Cooking.

10.) Receptionist (taking phone calls, setting appointments, etc.).

11.) Exercise buddy.

12.) Babysitting (so mom can take care of her needs).

* Gift Baskets For The New Mom.

Mom has just performed the greatest feat known to mankind. Doesn't she deserve to be pampered? Therefore put together a goodies basket for mom that contains:

1.) Several pairs of comfy pajamas.

2.) Several pairs of soft socks.

3.) A pair of comfy bedroom slippers.

4.) A comfy bathrobe.

5.) Lip balm.

6.) Body lotion.

7.) Personal tissues.

8.) Baby guide book.

9.) Goodies (brownies, cookies, candies, chips, popcorn etc.).

10.) Mom's favorite book.

11.) Mom's favorite movie.

12.) Journal with a swanky pen.

13.) Mom's favorite flowers in a vase.

14.) Personal toiletry carrying case with small mirror and comb and brush set.

15.) Hand sanitizer.

16.) Scented beeswax candles.

* Your Time.

New mom's tend to feel isolated when all the well-wishers dissipate. Therefore:

1.) Set a breakfast, lunch, or dinner date with mom and baby.

2.) Have a movie night at your home or hers.

3.) Help mom put together a baby scrapbook.

4.) Have tea with mom.

5.) Take mom and baby to the park.

6.) Make a pact to get out and go somewhere every two weeks.

7.) Start a weekly game night.

8.) Treat mom and baby to a baby exercises class.

9.) Attend a cooking class with mom.

* Shopping Sprees.

New mothers often have to adjust to their new bodies. The greatest pick-me-up is a brand new wardrobe. Therefore:

1.) Treat mom to a shoe and clothes shopping spree at the local mall or outlet.

2.) Give mom a department store gift card or a "Visa" gift card (for other unmentionables).

3.) Treat mom to a new hairdo and mini makeover.

* Spa Treatment Day.

Treat mom to a spa treatment with the girls (arrange for husband, family, or family friend to babysit).

If it's purses, perfumes, or body oils that tempt the new mother, take her shopping for these things; your treat.

* Miscellaneous.

1.) Charm bracelet, that contain picture charms of mom, hubby, and new baby.

2.) Charm necklace with family portrait, and portrait of baby.

3.) Baby scrap book.

These gift ideas are bound to make any new mom extremely happy.

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