Wait, midwife gift ideas? People actually give gifts to midwives? Absolutely they do! Need some inspiration? There is plenty down below!
When it comes to delivering your baby, you want an amazing support team behind you. A midwife and her crew can give you exactly that!
Once your baby arrives, it is hard not to feel such appreciation for these incredible women for all the love and support they gave you throughout your experience. You want to show them you are grateful, but how do you say thank you to a midwife? What are the top midwife gift ideas that they will love?
Now, those who give birth at a hospital with the help of a labor and delivery nurse usually don’t know who the nurse will be. Once you go into labor and are admitted into the hospital, a nurse is assigned to you. That’s very little time to get to know someone, and so figuring out a gift for your labor and delivery nurse can leave you in a slump!
But a midwife is different.
Unlike a labor and delivery nurse, you get to know your midwife on a much deeper level since they are (typically) there with you throughout the 9 months of your pregnancy. You are seeing them often in the time leading up to your delivery and, if you’re anything like me, texting them every single day with limitless questions.Â
Getting a gift for your midwife can be simple, basic, extravagant, or more personalized since you know them. It is up to you and your relationship with them!
Just so you know…
Many midwives have told me that they do NOT expect gifts from any of their mamas. Being a part of your birth is a perfect gift for them, so don’t feel pressured if you have a lot going on. It’s easy to get caught up in the life of a mom, and your midwife understands that. She already knows you are grateful without you having to say so.
But nonetheless, who wouldn’t want a thank you gift??? And if you want to give them something, don’t let anyone stop you! No matter if it’s been months, even YEARS after your midwife has helped you! If you feel a need to thank them, they would love to hear from you at any time and would appreciate your thoughtfulness.Â
Now, what do midwives like as gifts?
Well, here is a list of midwife gift ideas that range between thoughtful and useful, relaxing, humorous, and absolutely delicious! After you go through this list, you will have so many options that you probably won’t be able to choose just one of them!
This post is all about midwife gift ideas that will make her feel loved, appreciated, and remembered.
CONSIDERATE AND FUN MIDWIFE GIFT IDEAS
1. Slippers
Midwives seem to be running around all over the place. They are available not only during the day but they are on call all night as well, which seems to be when most babies want to pop out and say hello! My midwife and her team were at my house for over 24 hours during my labor and delivery! I’m sure they were tired! These Smile Face Memory Foam Slippers would be a nice and cozy comfort during those long waiting times, or when they finally get home to rest those aching feet.
2. Robe
Something to get your midwife instead of slippers, or to even compliment them, is a Long Comfy Fleece Plush Robe. This can be a reminder for them to relax a little! You can personalize the robe somehow, with a color they prefer, or with their name on it.
3. Bath Bombs
Doesn’t a bath sound amazing right now? What a great way for a midwife to end an amazing baby delivery experience. She can just soak in the water with her bath bombs and think about all the crazy emotions of the day. This LifeAround2Angels Bath Bombs Gift Set has 12 different bombs, which is perfect for her to spice it up after 12 different baby occasions.
4. Candles
Not only do candles smell amazing, but they also help create a calm environment and make a room feel even more lovely than it is. This Petalsun Thank You Candle goes well with a warm bath and will make it that much easier for your midwife to unwind.
5. Lotions
Midwives are using their hands all day long. They are washing them CONSTANTLY, which can dry them out. Some delicious-smelling lotion or body butter is a great way for them to keep their hands moisturized. This Well Etched Whipped Body Butter  comes in sooooo many different scents! 70 to be exact. Insane! Such great quality with over 16,000 outstanding reviews and happy customers. A unique brand for a unique midwife.
6. Massage Gift Card or Handheld Massager
Moms work very hard to deliver their baby, and midwives works hard as well, just in a different way. At times, it can be stressful or cause tension in their muscles depending on the positions they are in to help you deliver your baby. Midwives are usually professional enough not to show you their stress or their tiredness, but I’m sure their muscles cramp up once in a while! A gift card for a massage would make her day! You could even get her a handheld massager, like this OLsky Deep Tissue Massager. Not only does it offer much-needed relief, but it’s also portable, so she can keep it in her bag and take wherever she may go.
7. Spa Basket
If you can’t choose just one of these gifts, you can make them a small (or BIG if you’re a go-big-or-go-home kind of gal) spa basket yourself and include a few of the items I mentioned above for an extra relaxing experience! Or if preferred, get something like this pre-made bag of spa essentials from Amazon.
8. Desserts
Buy them a scrumptious dessert, or even make one! Many midwives love brownies, cakes, and pies. There are even cute Midwife Cookies you can purchase online, or you can recreate them yourself.
9. Sweets and Treats or Healthy Food Gift Basket
Midwives are always on the go and might need to head out in a rush. Creating a basket, like this Broadway Basketeers Chocolate Food Gift Basket, that’s full of snacks can be very convenient for them as they head out to the next delivery. Fill the basket with things like chocolate, chewy candies, mints, gum, nuts, beef jerky, dried or fresh fruit, veggies, etc., and your midwife will be happily munching.
10. Flowers
I know this sounds basic, but flowers are absolutely delightful. Not only are they completely beautiful, but they are known to lift one’s mood, reduce stress and enhance well-being. Personally, I would go choose a bouquet of flowers from a local flower shop or store, but this Benchmark Bouquets Farm is a good option if you want to order them online. Figure out what her favorite flower is and she’ll be sniffing those petals for days!
11. 5-Star Review
Leaving your midwife a fantastic review can be a beneficial gift that brings her more clients, which helps build her business and create trust and rapport with her clients. You can leave a review, share a testimonial about your experience, or refer her to someone you know. This gift could have a long-lasting domino effect, in the best type of way.
12. Water Bottle or Tumbler
A cute way to show your appreciation as well as practical. This is something that encourages them to stay hydrated, and maybe they think about you and your adorable baby in the process 😛 My midwife left her water bottle at my house after my delivery, which I’m sure happens often, and having an extra bottle would be helpful. And let me tell you, Etsy has some ADORABLE water bottles and tumblers. The Midwife Tumbler above is just one example that I found, but there are a ton more your midwife would love! Maybe you’ll even find a cute mom one for yourself 😛
13. Midwife Stickers
How about some hilarious midwife-themed stickers, like this Birthing Takes Balls Sticker, for them to customize their water bottle or tumbler? Not only can these be cute and funny, but it’s also a simple and fun activity for your midwife to do while she’s waiting for that mama to push out that baby! (Hah! Just kidding. She will definitely wait to place the stickers until after the baby has arrived (; )
14. Midwife Bumper Sticker
Speaking of stickers, there are some pretty hilarious midwife bumper stickers out there! Not to mention unique. I don’t think I’ve ever seen a car with a midwife sticker on it. And if a cop ever tries to pull her over for speeding, he will see this “If I’m speeding” bumper sticker and know she doesn’t have time to stop! #getoutofaticket
15. Essential Oils and Diffuser
I have one of these exact diffusers by InnoGear and I LOVE IT. It’s not the fanciest, but it’s small, affordable, and makes a delicious difference in my little space. Your midwife might love having one in her home too, or she could use it in her office where she meets with her clients. Keeps it fresh. There are definitely more expensive ones that are larger and made of ceramic instead of plastic if you want to go that route instead.
Eternal Essence Essential Oils is the brand I use and I seriously can not get enough of these scents! There are a bunch of different themed packs to choose from. You might also be able to find them at a local store, which is where I found the one’s I have, and I purchased them individually instead of in a pack. But they smell DIVINE. I have yet to try all of them, but so far I really love the products I have tried. It’s nice to have essential oils that aren’t the basic lavender, lemon, eucalyptus, etc., although those are nice too. Just not as fragrant 🙂
16. Handwritten Thank You
This is extremely simple, but it holds a lot of value and meaning. It’s something she will be able to keep for as long as she lives. Writing down how much you appreciate your midwife allows her the option to re-read it whenever she needs a good pick-me-up. You can even include a family photo, with or without a frame, so she can remember your little family.
17. Handmade Gift
If you are creative and capable of making a gift, your midwife would be thrilled! Draw her a picture, make her something out of clay, or knit a blanket. You can also offer her a service you have a knack for. For example, if you are a photographer, offer to take free photos for their website, of the staff, or even personal family photos.
18. Small Sculpture
There are some beautiful pregnancy sculptures or midwife sculptures that you can find online. This one in particular from Moon Birth Sculptures portrays a midwife weighing a baby. They bring a certain elegance and strength and would be a great addition to the office space or in the midwife’s home.
19. Bird Feeder
The idea of a bird feeder is something that might not be as common a gift, yet it is thoughtful and unique. It’s the kind of gift that would help surround her space with nature, creating a natural environment in a busy world. I love this Window Bird Feeder House that allows you to observe the birds up close and really enjoy the moment. Many midwives, being more on the natural side of things, and their families would be entertained by this also.
20. Midwife Jewelry
Jewelry, like this Truly Amazing Midwife Necklace, is something your midwife can wear to work or on her days off if it’s a piece that gets in the way of her work. It’s a way to make her feel accessorized and add to her beauty, and she can carry the memory of you and your baby with her wherever she goes!
21. Wind Chime or Sun Catcher
Like the idea of a bird feeder, these can be other unusual midwife gifts, but can be a wonderful addition to your midwife’s home. The way the colors form from this Butterfly Crystal Sun Catcher are so beautiful, and the sounds of wind chimes can be soothing and gentle.
22. Midwife Mug
If your midwife already has a solid water bottle, then a midwife mug might be a fun change! Whether she likes juice, tea, coffee, or water, a mug, is a nice option. She’s a cool midwife, but she will look even cooler drinking from a mug like this It’s A Beautiful Day In The Laborhood mug!
23. Gift Cards or Tickets
Whether it’s a gift card for shopping or for food, this is a good thing to give your midwife in case you have no clue what to get her. This gives her the option to buy whatever she wants, and you don’t have to worry about her not liking your gift (although she will love anything you give her). Door Dash or Grubhub gift cards are also a great option, in case she is hungry but can’t leave her client to get food. You can also get her tickets to a play or a sports game if she enjoys those activities.
24. Midwife Sweatshirt
This Personalized Midwife Sweatshirt is something for them to wear outside of work while still saying, “Hello everyone, I’m an awesome midwife” without actually saying it 😉
25. Planter
Does your midwife like plants? I’m sure she does! These Small Head Planters have chunky baby faces that you just want to squish, and plant hair cracks me up! Kind of a random gift, but quite precious and funny. There are also pregnant mothers you can find if you want to go with that type of vibe.
26. Personalized Midwife Gift Box Set
If you want to get your midwife something, but you totally have no idea and are stressing about it, just get her one of these Personalized Midwife Gift Box Set. This particular gift box can include a mug, a coaster with their name on it, a confetti popper, and a candle. However, if you look for more box sets, you’ll find others with bath bombs, socks, tea mixtures, and more!
27. One of Everything Gift Basket
Still can’t choose one thing because there are so many amazing midwife gift ideas? Then get her a few things. Or get her several things. Or get her ALLLL THE THINGS! Haha, one gigantua basket of items and goodies!!! (P.S. This option is probably waaaay too extreme, but I won’t stop you if you’re feeling waaaay cRaZy!)
Well, there you have it! A long list of midwife gift ideas to hopefully inspire your mind.
Again, your midwife does not need a gift, but it would be extremely thoughtful of you to say thank you in one way or another.
This post was all about midwife gift ideas to show your appreciation for your midwife and all that she did for you and your baby.
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