Baby's here. Now, about you. Someone remembered you!
You've just had a baby, which is a pretty enormous thing to have done, and while everyone else is understandably obsessed with the tiny fingers, tiny toes and tiny socks, you're probably wondering which part of your body is going to start leaking next.
Postpartum. What a glamorous business.
So this one's for you, not the baby. For the recovery, the comfort, the treats and the occasional moment when you'd quite like everyone to leave you the hell alone.
The Good Stuff...
THE BELL
Oh, this is our favourite.
Need a sandwich? Ring it.
Trapped under a sleeping baby? Ring it.
Desperate for someone else to do absolutely anything useful? RING THE BLOODY BELL.
You've just had a baby. Asking for help is not a personal failure.
HERBAL BATH SOAK
For when you're ready and able to have a lovely warm bath.
Follow your postnatal care advice and the product instructions, particularly if you have stitches or a healing wound. Then enjoy a little time that's entirely yours.
ROSÉ-FLAVOURED GUMMIES
All the fruity rosé-inspired flavour, none of the alcohol.
Strawberry, cherry and raspberry treats which you absolutely do not have to share. Consider that our official position.
PROBABLY FULL OF EMOTIONAL BAGGAGE TOTE
For nappies, muslins, spare clothes, snacks and the twenty-seven other things you now apparently need to leave the house.
The emotional baggage is optional. The snacks probably aren't.
HEALING PULSE POINT OIL
A little rollerball with lavender, lemon peel and neroli-blend essential oils. Intended as a scented moment for you.
Check suitability with your maternity team before use, and keep it away from your baby's skin.
REUSABLE HOT & COLD GEL PACK
A handy little pack for warm or cool comfort.
Follow the instructions and check with your maternity team before using it on areas recovering from birth or surgery. Nobody needs another complication.
ORGANIC BAMBOO MATERNITY PADS
Because postpartum recovery isn't all newborn cuddles and beautiful photographs. Sometimes it's bleeding, padding and changing your underwear again.
Practical, useful and one less thing to think about.
AND FINALLY MUM...
You don't have to bounce back, you don't have to enjoy every second, and you certainly don't have to prove you can do it all without help. Someone wanted to make sure that while you're busy looking after your baby, someone is looking after you.
So put your feet up when you can, accept the help, eat the sweets...
And for the love of all things holy, ring the bell.
With love,
A LITTLE PRACTICAL NOTE...
Lovely things still come with instructions.
Please read the packaging before using anything in your box, including ingredients, allergens, warnings and usage guidance.
These are comfort and everyday-care products, not medical treatments. If you're unsure whether something is suitable for you, particularly during pregnancy, recovery or medical treatment, please check with your healthcare professional first.
When in doubt, check it out.
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