How do you wrap a bag of sleep?
A post-natal doula
From emotional support to practical help around the house, a post-natal doula is the ultimate dream gift for any new mum. They normally work three to four hours a day, doing light housework and watching the baby while she catches up on lost sleep. You can buy vouchers through Doula UK.
Offer to mind the dog
Dog walking and looking after a newborn do not go hand in hand. If you’ve got the space, offer to take the family pooch for a few weeks til she feels more on top of things. It’ll be one less person to worry about.
Body oil
Labour and delivery are physically exhausting and parched, dry skin in the aftermath is common. This delicious-smelling Relax Body Treatment Oil from Clarins will lock in moisture, firm skin and help fade any stretchmarks too. What a treat.
Clarins
Some pretty pyjamas
Taking care of a newborn involves a lot of snuggling in bed and on the couch. Give her some lovely soft, stretchy loungewear and she can do it in style – and not be morto when the visitors come a-calling.
Debenhams
