Thoughtful (& Frugal) Gift for the Mom-To-Be

When I was pregnant with Gracie, I received one of the most thoughtful gifts. At the time, I thought it was unique and I was very appreciative. But later, when I finally put it to use, I realized just how wonderful it truly was.

I was given this beautiful little tote make-up bag (from part of a Clinique freebie). Most dollar stores often carry similar bags. The bag itself was not the gift though. The most important part was what was inside that bag.
The bag was for me to pack when we went to the hospital to have Gracie. It was wonderful to have it all set to go and have something I didn't have to worry about! It also was filled with so many goodies I felt spoiled in the hospital.

Here is a list of the goodies:

• Bottles of shampoo, conditioner, lotion and shower gel. (You could use hotel leftovers or pick up a few in the travel department at a drug store. Even better, use some of the freebie samples!)
• A small tube of toothpaste, a new toothbrush, and a little bottle of mouthwash.
  
• Chapstick
• A few assorted hard candies and tic-tacs (perfect to suck on while in labor)
  
• A few pieces of wrapped chocolates (perfect for indulging in after the baby is born)
  
• A couple dollars in quarters (for the vending machines. Great for a husband who needs a snack and doesn't want the saltines offered him by the nurses.)
• A pen and small memo-pad style notebook
• Deodorant and a sample-sized bottle of perfume

The possibilities for a gift like this are endless. And thought matters so much more here then the amount of money spent.

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