Need ideas!
We had our baby on Tuesday, unfortunately he was born sleeping. I really really cannot express in words how amazing my nurses were. They were so very kind, understanding, gentle with their words, and forthcoming about what to expect. I couldn't have done it without them.
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When we lost our daughter I too felt like our nurses were amazing. It is kind of like a bond. Very few people in this world got to hold and "know" our babies. I sent a card and the gift cards. I said I wish I could sit down and share a cup of coffee with them so this was the next best thing.
I am so sorry for your loss. Your son is so lucky to have you as his mummy and know that you love him so much and always will.
I like the idea of a small angel ornament, maybe even a small one they can hang on their Christmas tree. Every year they will remember your baby and remember that their job is worthwhile and they made somebodies hardest day that little bit easier
No matter what you get them, nothing will beat a heartfelt note thanking them for going above and beyond their job. So many people don't know how much they impacted a life - to tell them what you told us would be something treasured.
I'm so sorry for you loss and I think you're amazing thinking of others during this time.
You are such a beautiful person. In your time of grieve and pain you find time to think of others. I am so very sorry to hear of your loss and I hope that you find some sort of comfort one day in knowing you now have a precious angel watching over you. I work around nurses and I know they enjoy having something sweet to snack on throughout their shift so maybe something of that nature.
I just want to add- you absolutely don't have to get these nurses anything. The fact that THIS is what you're wanting to do shows what an amazing person you are. A nice handwritten card for each of them will mean more to them than you think❤️ I promise you- they will be thankful you thought of them at all.
Thank you, ladies! These ideas are great, just what I needed. In addition to a note and something else, I really like the idea of sending food too but the issue is it was three different shifts. 12/8, 7am-7pm, 12/8, 7pm - 12/9 7am, and 12/9, 7am until we left around noon. So unfortunately they don't work the same shift.
I agree with a nice handwritten note or letter for the nurses. I would also forward a letter to the unit manager so they can be recognized for their amazing care. What about a nice book, like chicken soup for the nurses soul? Or like Jennifer said, we always love food. So sorry for your loss. Your family has been in my prayers.
First off I have to say how deeply sorry I am for your loss, may your beautiful boy fly high with angels.
What I find most amazing is in this time of grief and heartbreak you are still thinking of other people.
Unfortunately I'm not much help on the gift ideas but I'm sure whatever you pick will be greatly appreciated. I would definitely write a letter to them along the lines of what you wrote here.
My thoughts will be with you and your family during this difficult time xx
You are a hero to many! The pure idea that YOU want to do something kind for someone else in your time of sorrow is absolutely impressive. You are an amazingly strong woman, and I can't believe what a kind heart you have for wanting to do this so quickly after your delivery.
I am not sure if the nurses wore charm bracelets or anything, but what about an angel charm, pin, or keychain? They were your angels during your time of need. Or what about something personalized--a pen, keychain? By the time you put a gift basket together, you will probably be spending the same amount of money you would to get something personalized. Plus, they will have that to remind them of how well they do at their job. Coffee or tea won't last forever. Best of luck to you. I will keep you in my prayers!!
I had three amazing nurses and they all had a different place during our time there. The first was there when we arrived and she prepped us, got us everything we needed, walked us through everything and put together all of our keepsakes. His little hat, blanket, a heart-shaped pillow, a crocheted angel, a beautiful poem and a memory box.
The second was there during delivery and the 5 beautiful hours we spent with him. She took the most beautiful pictures of him. She was also the one who took him away at the end.
The third was there when we woke up a few hours later. She held my hand while we grieved and took care of me afterwards. The second nurse was not able to get any footprints due to the state of his body after he was born but the nurse in the morning knew how important these would be and asked if we minded if she went down to the morgue and tried again. She came back an hour later with 4 sets of prints of his perfect little feet. I wept, I was so unbelievably grateful. I'll never forget what she said when she came back...
"I'm so glad I got to meet your son. He's absolutely perfect."
The first nurse came back on her day off just to see me, congratulate me, and offer her deepest sympathies. She had called the other nurses to see if I had delivered him overnight and I just can't believe she drove in on her day off. She even cried with me.
These women are just my heroes.
Thank you so much, ladies! These are all such wonderful ideas, I'll be sure to post what I end up getting or doing in case anyone else needs some good ideas.