The day that you give birth to your precious little one is a day that you will never forget. It will be one of the hardest and most rewarding days of your life for so many reasons! Other than your spouse, there will be another person who will be there for you every step of the way!
Labor and delivery nurses are there with you every step of the way. From the epidural (if you choose to have one) and all of the pushing to cleaning and handing you your precious newborn baby, these nurses serve as cheerleaders, encouragers, lifesavers, and so much more. Don’t you think they deserve a little something special for all of the hard work they put into one of the most important days of your life?
Whether you are looking for a small token of thanks or a bigger gesture, we’ve got you covered with the top 15 gifts for labor and delivery nurses!
15 Gifts for Your Labor and Delivery Nurses
1. Nurse Badge Reel
This adorable badge reel for labor and delivery nurses is the perfect gift if you are looking for something that is both cute and functional!
2. Labor and Delivery Nurse Tumbler
Another functional and precious gift! Why not let your labor and delivery nurses know how amazing you think they are with something that will remind them every time they use it of their superhuman abilities? This tumbler is so cute!
3. Nurse Appreciation Cookies
What a sweet gesture! These nurse appreciation cookies are sure to bring a smile to all of your labor and delivery nurses faces! You can even customize the colors of the cookies with pink for girl, blue for boy, or white for gender neutral!
4. Nurse Hair Ties
How adorable are these nurse-specific hair ties?
5. Nurse Socks
Crazy and cool socks are all the rage these days. What nurse wouldn’t want some comfy and cozy socks that show their pride for their job?!
6. Nurse’s Prayer Keychain
This keychain as a thank you gift for your labor and delivery nurses shows them how much you value the impact they are making on others’ lives. You could also leave a note with this keychain sharing how you prayed for them before coming to labor and delivery!
7. Syringe Highlighter Pens
These quirky highlighter pens are sure to get a laugh or two from your labor and delivery nurses! You could get a pack for each nurse, or you could give them each a pen with an attached card to go with it!
8. Stethoscope Hat
Simply put, this hat is a completely adorable way for your labor and delivery nurse to show off their profession in a stylish way! Just imagine, every time your nurse puts this hat on to run errands or wear at the beach, they will smile thinking about your kind gesture!
9. Nurse “Make a Wish” Bracelet
This bracelet is a stylish and really affordable gift option at only $3.50 each! If you aren’t familiar with wish bracelets, they are cute, dainty bracelets with a stone charm. When you put it on, you make a wish. Then, when it falls off, it is said that the wish will come true! How cool and unique!
10. Nurse Makeup Bag
Even though not all labor and delivery nurses are women, this makeup bag could be used in different ways! You could put some “nursing essentials” in it such as: hand sanitizer, tissues, etc!
11. Thank You Brown Bag
Now this gift idea for labor and delivery nurses is definitely unique! You could buy these cute nurse themed brown bags and fill them with any item(s) that you would like! You could get each nurse a cookie or donut from your favorite local shop. Not to mention that you can get 10 bags for under $7.00!
12. Thank You Card
Never underestimate the power of a simply, yet beautifully written thank you note! These thank you notes are specific to all healthcare workers, and are beautiful in watercolors!
13. Delivery Nurse Tags
This gift idea for labor and delivery nurses is more of an inspiration on how to give a gift! These delivery nurse tags can be personalized by choosing the color (blue for boy, pink for girl) and who it is from. The best part of this gift idea is that it can be attached to any gift! From a box of chocolates to candles to anything you can think of, these tags will be a great addition to your gift!
14. Nurse Gift Box
While these nurse gift boxes are on the pricier side of our list, they are simply adorable! Equipped with an adorable succulent, candle, fancy matches, and a personalized card, this gift for your nurses has it all!
15. Gift Card
Lastly, and most simply, you could get one of the thank you cards above and include a gift card to a local donut or coffee shop. The great thing about this gift idea for labor and delivery nurses is because it can fit your budget and what you think they would enjoy!
How Many Labor and Delivery Nurses Will I Need Gifts For?
Determining how many labor and delivery nurses you will have is a little complicated. In general, there will be one labor and delivery nurse who will be with you at the time of the birth of your baby. This will be the nurse that helps you and encourages you through pushing and the most intense parts of labor.
Typically, a labor and delivery nurse will work a twelve hour shift at a time. So, if your labor is less than twelve hours, you are likely to have the same nurse for the duration of your labor and delivery. If that is the case, you would only need to buy one gift.
If it is your first birth, the first stage of labor typically lasts 20 hours. Thinking along these lines, you could potentially have 2-3 labor and delivery nurses that you work with throughout your birthing experience. But, there is also the chance that you could have more since 20 hours is the average labor time for first time mothers!
How Much Should You Spend Per Nurse?
Determining how much you should spend per nurse depends on several factors! While there are important things to consider, always remember it’s the thought that counts! At the end of the day, any gift, no matter the price, for your labor and delivery nurses accomplishes the goal of letting them know you appreciate their hard work.
Number of Nurses
As I discussed above, the number of nurses in the labor and delivery room that are working with you may vary. As a general rule, the more nurses that will be working in the delivery room during your precious baby’s birth, the less you should spend on each item. The price tag can add up really quick if you have several nurses that you will be buying for. It’s better to get something smaller than to not have enough items and leave a labor and delivery nurse out!
When deciding on how much to spend, you may want to consider and discuss with your spouse how many nurses you will be purchasing a gift for. Do you want to give a thank you gift to every nurse that works with you throughout your delivery or do you want to simply get a gift for the nurse that was with you through the final push? Or, do you want to get one bigger gift for the nurse who helps you with delivery and smaller gifts for any nurses that help you along the way? Determining your budget for gifts for labor and delivery nurses should guide you through these questions.
Budget
At the end of the day, it all comes down to what you are comfortable with spending! This is a simple gesture of thanks. It shouldn’t be something that breaks the bank or makes you feel even more stressed! Getting gifts for your labor and delivery nurses should be something that you are excited to share with them that takes into account your family’s budget!
In Conclusion…
Labor and delivery nurses are the unsung heroes of the delivery room! They are there to support you, guide you, and encourage you through one of the most important and memorable days of your life! These nurses are simply amazing, working through the night, bringing you cups of ice, and coaching your spouse on how to support you. While these are just a few of the many gift ideas for labor and delivery nurses, I hope you were able to find some awesome inspiration on how to thank these amazing people when your delivery day comes!
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