December 19, 2017
Holiday Gifts for Birth Mothers
Depending on your relationship with your child’s birth mother, gift giving may be something you’re interested in this holiday season. If so, it can be challenging and confusing to think about what to offer her—what is not enough, what is too much? Below are some of our favorite gifts for birth mothers…they offer thoughtful touches to her day and let her know she’s on our minds and in our hearts.
A pampering basket. What woman doesn’t want to pamper herself with luxurious body goods? She’s been through a lot in her life, no question, and we love this gift as a valuable promotion of self-care. Mix a few of your favorite items with products like body scrubs, face oils, and masks.
A handmade item from your child. What parent doesn’t adore a special token made by their child? This is a beautiful way to show her that you both are thinking of her, as well as to extend a thoughtful piece of the child you both love so dearly. You and your child can always enjoy an afternoon crafting together, for the added bonus of a project that connects you through quality time.
A beautiful bouquet of flowers. Non-intrusive, completely un-presumptuous, and always special. Flowers offer a lovely way to say, “I’m thinking of you” without being over the top. They’re always a total day-brightener and a joy to receive.
A framed photo of your child. For birth parents and adoptive families with a more open relationship, photos are such a valued form of communication. Letters and phone calls are wonderful, but there’s something very special about being able to see your child’s growth, their facial expressions, what they look like when captured in happy moment. Place it inside a beautiful and thoughtfully-chosen frame for an extra special gift.
InfantAdoptionGuide.com has some excellent gift ideas, but one of our favorites is getting her a book, so she can record herself reading for your baby or young child to hear. This is a such a thoughtful way to bring her into a treasured family routine.
AmericanAdoptions.com also has a lovely gift guide, which extends to birth fathers as well. They mention making an adoption memory book, which we think is so cool. You an offer mementos from your adoption process, special pictures, and perhaps a few blank pages so you can keep it going as your child grows up. So special!
Are there any gifts you gave to your child’s birth mother that were well-received and appreciated? Let us know, we’d love to hear!
