The following are items that we would love to have donated. The content of each basket may vary slightly based on what we have and the needs of the individual birth mothers. In general, the focus of the baskets is self-care. This list is by no means comprehensive and is mostly a guide. Any and all self-care items are wanted and welcome!
For some examples of care baskets we've made in the past, click HERE.
To make the care baskets:
Large baskets or sturdy gift bags
Ribbon
Tissue paper
To fill the care baskets:
Journals (or notebooks that can be decorated) and cute pens/pencils
Small photo albums
Picture Frames
Scented candles
Scented lotion, bubble bath and bath salts
Candy
Fingernail polish/small manicure or pedicure kits
Slippers or fuzzy socks
Small blankets and stuffed animals
Books and music about adoption
Inspirational books
Gift certificates for massages, manicures, etc
Gift cards for movies or book stores
Inspirational or adoption-related jewelry
