This post about Gifts That Give Back was made possible by Double Duty Divas and Pampers. I was provided the featured product in exchange to facilitate my review, however all opinions expressed are genuinely my own.
Bringing Zach home from the hospital for the first time was very exciting, however all I remember is how incredibly exhausted I was transitioning into motherhood. It was so tough. Mom life has definitely proven to be challenging, but not something I would ever trade for the world. Those sleepless nights are what helped me be the best mom I could be for my newborn, but it never hurts to have a helping hand along the way.
Sometimes, that helping hand can be as simple as a great quality diaper for your little one. I exclusively used cloth diapers up until Zach turned one, but I do know how important it was for me to have a great quality diapers that would keep him dry all night long. Pampers is a brand that my older sisters currently love for their little ones.
By interviewing over 9,000 moms about what was important for their baby, Pampers found the number one unmet need is a diaper that provides superior overnight dryness. Pampers incorporated this firsthand insight, as well as the brand’s deep understanding of baby and baby’s needs, to design a diaper that both mom and baby could count on for up to 12 hours of overnight protection. Pampers Swaddlers, Pampers’ softest diaper and the #1 choice of hospitals, is now available through size 5! Pampers Cruisers are now more absorbent and offer Pamper’s best fit for all the ways babies play freely.
Gifts That Give Back: Giving The Gift of Sleep
I know how hard it can be for new moms to get a good night’s sleep, so I was given a mission to give the gift of sleep. One of my close friends recently gave birth and welcomed a handsome little boy into this world. I wanted to surprise her with a few gifts that would help her and her son get a good night’s sleep. There are tons of gifts that give back to new moms, here’s an easy example of one that I thought was perfect.
I teamed up with Pampers to put together a gift basket that would be perfect for them. For her little one, I include two packages of Pampers diapers in her gift basket so that he would stay dry all night long. This means less interruptions for mom! I also include some of my favorite Johnson & Johnson baby products to help her get him ready for bed. Some baby shampoo, baby oil, baby powder, and vaseline along with a small baby blue loofa for bath time. I also included a soft and cozy Carter’s sleep ‘n play (I loved these when Zach was a newborn), and warm blanket!
For mom, I included a few gifts that give back so that she could take a nice, warm bath to get ready before bed. I chose cherry blossom body wash and body lotion, as well as a shea sugar body scrub and a loofa. I also included a long, incredibly soft and cozy bath robe so she can wear out of the bathtub to stay warm.
I was so excited to be able to give her the gift of sleep because I know how important it is for new moms to get some relaxation and quality “me” time. She was really excited about the gift and was so happy that she would be able to have a wonderful goodnight’s sleep finally! Equipped with Pampers diapers for her little one, I know she will be having few interruptions for diaper changes at night, meaning more hours of sleep!
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Donna O'nei says
October 18, 2013 at 2:56 PMI would say to take it easy. I have a 10 month old and it has been a busy year. It is ok if the dishes go unwashed or you wait until the next day to vacum.
Heidi Daily says
October 18, 2013 at 3:27 PMMy number one tip is to always trust your instincts and don’t worry if people think you are over protective as long as baby is taken care of and you have peace of mind.
Mary Diehl says
October 18, 2013 at 3:28 PMTry to nap when they nap. Don’t spoil them by picking them up every time they fuss, you will regret it later
terri ingham bollin says
October 18, 2013 at 3:40 PMNap when they nap!!!!
Heather Hayes Panjon says
October 18, 2013 at 4:12 PMMy Tip Is To Sleep When The Baby Sleeps And Establish A Routine.
Jessie C. says
October 18, 2013 at 4:13 PMMUST sleep/rest while baby sleeps.
Patricia says
October 18, 2013 at 4:50 PMRest when your baby naps.
courtney hennagir says
October 18, 2013 at 6:06 PMI tell them it’s all about routine.It is so important!Also to trust your gut when it comes to your baby.
Sheila K. says
October 18, 2013 at 6:08 PMStart saving for college immediately!
Patricia Wojnar Crowley says
October 18, 2013 at 6:10 PMI love to give diapers and wipes along with something handmade like a blanket!
Stephanie DeArco says
October 18, 2013 at 6:10 PMAccept help. You will need a break.
Stephanie Phelps says
October 18, 2013 at 6:17 PMI love to tell new moms to take the help when ever they can get it! Sleep when the baby sleeps!
Candice says
October 18, 2013 at 6:23 PMAccept help from family and friends if you are feeling overwhelmed.
Elena says
October 18, 2013 at 6:26 PMSleep when your baby sleeps
Donna L says
October 18, 2013 at 6:33 PMGet rest when baby sleeps.
Kimberly Schotz says
October 18, 2013 at 6:36 PMI like to give the advice to take any help that is offered.
Rachel says
October 18, 2013 at 6:43 PMStay calm and definitely take care of yourself. Allow others to help you. Always let others help you!
Lisa Brown says
October 18, 2013 at 6:59 PMAdvice: don’t be afraid to to ask for help when you need it.
Mer says
October 18, 2013 at 7:23 PMEvery baby is different! So try that great sleep tip another mom shared, but if it doesn’t work you’re not doing it work, just try something else.
Janet F says
October 18, 2013 at 7:36 PMTake care of yourself by eating well and getting some extra sleep.
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D Schmidt says
October 18, 2013 at 7:37 PMI would advise them to get as much sleep as they can whilst the baby sleeps.
melina r says
October 18, 2013 at 7:39 PMwhen the baby sleeps you sleep too.
Tara C says
October 18, 2013 at 8:07 PMSleep sacks/swaddlers are the best inventions ever for newborns!
stephanie says
October 18, 2013 at 8:14 PMget as much sleep as u can
Devon F says
October 18, 2013 at 8:33 PMsleep when baby sleeps!
Mary Happymommy says
October 18, 2013 at 8:33 PMTrust your own instincts as a mother.
Jessica B. says
October 18, 2013 at 8:50 PMI love to give new moms the Rock n Play sleeper.
Christina Marie says
October 18, 2013 at 8:54 PMAdvice I like to share with new moms is to sleep when the baby sleeps. Thanks for the giveaway!
Lilyana Cruz says
October 18, 2013 at 8:58 PMI need, I have my new born and from weeks not sleep well at night
Claudia says
October 18, 2013 at 9:11 PMI would say to ask for help when needed, and rest when baby rest, Thank you!
courtney b says
October 18, 2013 at 9:36 PMbe patient and sleep when you can! ! !
Gina Hiskes says
October 18, 2013 at 9:53 PMNo advice, it doesn’t always go over well 😉 Diapers are always a great gift! Honestly I like to give mom a Starbucks card. It’s the best gift I get after I have a baby!
Amanda Alvarado says
October 18, 2013 at 10:09 PMi like giving older siblings a new toy so they don’t feel left out…and they might give mom some much needed quiet time while they are playing with the new toy!
Liza @ Views From the 'Ville says
October 18, 2013 at 10:10 PMI give every Mom-to-Be a Boppy Pillow and pack of Pampers Swaddlers for a shower gift 🙂
Amy Orvin says
October 18, 2013 at 10:20 PMI like to give blankets as gifts to new moms.
soha molina says
October 18, 2013 at 11:24 PMAdvice would be to establish a sleep routine right away.
Seyma Shabbir says
October 18, 2013 at 11:41 PMSleep when baby sleeps and ask your mom or family member/friend to come help for a week or more. If they can help during day you can take nights or vice versa!
Anne Perry says
October 19, 2013 at 12:27 AMbreastfeed, cosleep and babywear
Allie says
October 19, 2013 at 1:22 AMSeek help if you are having problems breastfeeding
jennie sanderson @jenpsht says
October 19, 2013 at 4:36 AMSleep when you can! Seriously, don’t do what I did and stare at your baby the entire time they sleep instead of napping. Nap with the baby! Sleeeep!
Jeanna says
October 19, 2013 at 8:23 AMMy advice would be it really is ok to let them cry a bit. It won’t hurt them, only make them stronger!
Debra Hall says
October 19, 2013 at 8:32 AMthere is no such thing as a silly question .
Laura Miller says
October 19, 2013 at 9:14 AMMy best advice would be that even those its rough in the beginning, cherish these moments. You will miss the 2am feedings one day.
Janice Crespo says
October 19, 2013 at 11:03 AMWhen the baby sleeps – you sleep – ask for help when you need it and enjoy every moment that you can
Jillian says
October 19, 2013 at 11:16 AMNap whenever you can!
latanya says
October 19, 2013 at 12:40 PMaccept help when others offer it
Krystyn says
October 19, 2013 at 2:55 PMAsk for help and accept it when people offer. Even if it’s something simple.
Oh, and if you are woken up in the middle of the night..always pee first!
Cynthia R says
October 19, 2013 at 3:48 PMI tell moms every baby is different and don’t listen to what is or isn’t normal, just because your friend’s kid sleeps this way for this many hours or eats this much, doesn’t mean that is what works for your baby, also to let things go, you will no longer have the perfectly clean house and a neat to do list to check off, things will be crazy for awhile but that is fine
Stephanie Person says
October 19, 2013 at 7:02 PMDon’t be afraid to ask for help. Take some time for yourself to recharge. 🙂
Jessica says
October 19, 2013 at 8:52 PMI always gift moms gift cards for a dinner date with their significant other
Rebecca Parsons says
October 19, 2013 at 9:19 PMMy advice is always trust your instincts when it comes to parenting. And one thing I love to give is a gift card for a quick easy meals delivered to the new momma.
Laura J says
October 19, 2013 at 9:46 PMI think the best advice I got was to sleep when baby sleeps!
katie klein says
October 20, 2013 at 12:01 AMEnjoy every moment they grow up way to fast!
Janet W. says
October 20, 2013 at 6:52 AMAs far as gifts for new moms, I love giving them the Aden + Anais swaddling blankets. They are so soft and comfortable to baby and for mom to hold them in!
Advice – sleep when baby sleeps!
Sonya Morris says
October 20, 2013 at 11:26 AMTo enjoy every sleep deprived moment!
Stacey Roberson says
October 20, 2013 at 3:53 PMMy number one tip is “sleep when the baby sleeps”.
Desiree H says
October 20, 2013 at 5:31 PMGo to sleep as soon as your baby does. Do not worry about cleaning!
Catherine says
October 20, 2013 at 7:22 PMI’d bring them a lasagna or easily reheated meal and offer to do the dishes for them.
Tina says
October 20, 2013 at 7:25 PMTrust yourself, sleep when you can, and most of relax and enjoy the time because it goes fast.
Kayla says
October 20, 2013 at 11:09 PMDon’t feel like you have to be perfect!
Diana @ NannyToMommy says
October 21, 2013 at 12:44 PMI wrote a blog post a while about called 15 REAL Tips for the First Time Mom that include making sure you shower (even if with baby), sleep when baby does, and don’t watch the clock when nursing. I love giving breast cream and nursing pads to new moms. That’s my go-to gift item.
Rebecca Xavier says
October 21, 2013 at 12:58 PMTake a nap whenever your baby does.
Kimmie Kim says
October 21, 2013 at 1:25 PMSleep when baby sleeps and don’t worry about getting housework done in the first few weeks.
Stacey B says
October 21, 2013 at 2:15 PMI like to bring over foods, such as prepared meals they can freeze and heat up when ready to eat
Sara Phillips says
October 21, 2013 at 2:47 PMI like to give the gift of FOOD so that mom can spend time with baby and not with her kitchen.
Alvina Castro says
October 21, 2013 at 5:49 PMsleep when your baby sleeps and dont try to overwhelm yourself rest.
Tabathia B says
October 21, 2013 at 5:53 PMTo sleep when the baby is napping so that you can get some rest
Dawn Sweeps says
October 21, 2013 at 6:29 PMRelax and don’t be afraid to ask for help! Get your rest.
Ellie W says
October 21, 2013 at 8:52 PMDefinitely try to sleep when the baby does!
Amanda Griffin says
October 22, 2013 at 1:29 AMI always tell them to listen to advice, but trust yourself. You know what is right for you and baby! 🙂
Tara says
October 22, 2013 at 2:28 AMDon’t try and do it all. Sleep when your baby is sleeping.
Brandy W. says
October 22, 2013 at 3:31 AMI always give them a bouncy/vibrating baby chair and some bubble bath for themselves when they get a moment!
Angela Hartness says
October 22, 2013 at 4:06 AMI would tell them that when the baby lays down for a nap, they too should lay down to rest.
Natalie F says
October 22, 2013 at 1:47 PMI like to bring them a meal as a gift. For advice, to take everyone’s advice with a grain of salt.
Sabrina says
October 22, 2013 at 2:36 PMGet as much sleep as you can!
Darlene Jones-Nelson says
October 22, 2013 at 3:21 PMI tell them to sleep when the baby does! This will make up for the hours of feeding in the night.
Amanda Sakovitz says
October 22, 2013 at 10:16 PMWhen a friend or family offers to help out in any way take it!
Thomas Murphy says
October 22, 2013 at 11:29 PMI tell them to find a good babysitter.
Jennifer T. says
October 23, 2013 at 9:25 PMI think Boppy pillows are one of the best gifts. My solid advice is to accept help when people offer.
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Natalie S says
October 23, 2013 at 11:59 PMSome gifts to share with new moms – Aden and Anais swaddle blankets, burp cloths, pacifier, comfy jammies for mama 🙂
Cassandra Eastman says
October 24, 2013 at 1:35 PMI love telling them about great baby products like Aden+Anais swaddles, Diaper Genie and a good baby carrier!
laurie nykaza says
October 25, 2013 at 1:05 AMsleep when the baby sleeps and a sling is great to carry the baby around in
Becca F says
October 25, 2013 at 3:46 AMTrust your instincts and ask for help when you need it!
Julie Ghrist says
October 25, 2013 at 11:05 PMDon’t be afraid to ask for help. Bring them a meal! 🙂
Sandra VanHoey says
October 27, 2013 at 7:36 PMIf anyone offers to help with kids, housework, etc. let them and get rest whenever you possibly can
Jessica To says
October 27, 2013 at 8:04 PMI always like to give new moms wipes and diapers!
Rebecca Orr says
October 27, 2013 at 9:53 PMDon’t be afraid to ask for help. And certainly do not turn down help that is offered. Take advantage of that little bundle of joy being new and take the help! Wether is be frozen meals, a few hours nap or a shower while the neighbor keeps on eye on the baby in the living room, etc.
Amy W. says
October 28, 2013 at 11:13 PMI like to take meals to new moms.
ellen casper says
October 29, 2013 at 12:24 PMAsk for help if needed and take a nap when you can.
polly says
October 29, 2013 at 7:00 PMAlways tell new moms to sleep when baby is sleeping!
Cori Westphal says
October 29, 2013 at 10:54 PMMy best advice is to nap when they nap. Don’t try to be superwoman. Don’t pretend like you don’t need the rest. Take it when you can get it!
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Heather says
October 30, 2013 at 8:35 AMI like to give the advice of proper car seat safety. Not a lot of people are educated on it, and usually everyone appreciates hearing about the proper way for a child to be in a car seat.
Sarah says
October 30, 2013 at 1:56 PMFor your first kid, sleep when the baby sleeps! (Obviously doesn’t work for subsequent kids, lol) Also, establish a bedtime routine early – it really does make a difference.
Heather Shockney says
October 30, 2013 at 6:08 PMI love to get new moms a bouncy chair. They really come in handy when mom needs to do things around the house. She can carry the chair from room to room and babies love the bouncing motion.
Susan Towndrow says
October 30, 2013 at 6:11 PMSLEEP when baby sleeps is the best advice EVER!!!
shawn says
October 30, 2013 at 6:22 PMWhen someone offers to watch your little one don’t be to proud
Shelley P says
October 30, 2013 at 6:53 PMI like to give new moms wipes, diapers, a baby blanket and a plush toy.
Shanna Uptergrove says
October 30, 2013 at 7:01 PMSeriously, rest when the baby is sleeping! And always take any kind of help you can 🙂
Mikenzie Wade says
October 30, 2013 at 7:28 PMI would highly recommend the book “healthy sleep habits, happy child” when sleep training!
Tia Wallner says
October 30, 2013 at 8:18 PMGet lots of rest whenever possible. Accept help from others if offered.