Not only am I terrified of having my own screaming baby at home, but I am equally as terrified to be pregnant. This was a major factor in my decision to not have the six children I always planned on. Instead, my mom can just hope that I get over this fear one day and have one. Since I’m the only child, I am her only hope for grandchildren. I guess she didn’t like being pregnant either.
Every time I consider the possibility of attempting to procreate, I seem to find myself surrounded by those beautiful bundles of joy. Only they’re screaming. And smelly. Or bratty. Or all of the above. Like at the airport. Have you ever left the airport thinking you wanted to have children? I’m telling you, it’s not possible. Guess it’ll be a while before the urge returns, since I just got out of the airport yesterday, barely alive.
While I sit back and enjoy my freedom quiet nights, my friends are out procreating. And this is perfect for me, because I get the best of both worlds. I visit them a few times a year, bring gifts (and sugar), get them all riled up, and then fly home. I’m the “cool auntie” for sure.
Since I can’t be there to eat sympathy ice cream and pickles, I have to send my love another way. Not that I wouldn’t mind the ice cream and pickles. As long as they’re separate. And the pickles are Claussen’s. That sounds like a party to me.
I put together this Pregnancy Care Package for my friend who lives across the country. Literally. West Coast to East Coast style. She’s expecting her second son, and when I found out, I was thrilled for her. Because although kids aren’t in my current life plans, I still get all excited when they’re in my friend’s.
Pregnancy Care Package Ideas
Pregnancy Magazine – Getting the Latest Information
Prenatal Vitamins – Staying Healthy
Tums – Stomach Aches
Tea – Heart Burn
Saltine Crackers, Lemon hard candy, Ginger hard candy – Morning Sickness
A “Things to Do” Notepad – “Pregnancy Brain”
Journal – Keeping Memories
Cocoa Butter – Stretch Marks
A pack of Thank You Cards – For all the baby gifts that come in
Picture Frame – For the Sonogram
Comfy Socks – Cold Feet
Baby Name Book – For decisions!
Chap Stick – Dry Lips
Body Lotion – Dry Skin
Sleeping Mask – Fatigue
Candle – Eliminate Foul Odors
Chocolate/Sour Candy/Favorite Candy (or gift cards to ice cream stores) – Food Cravings
You can print all the tags here, tie them with twine to each item, throw it in a box, and mail it out to your friend. You may want to include a pack of tissues, since I’m sure there will be tears. Hey, she is pregnant after all.
Rob says
When I first started to read this, I thought that you were about to be making a big announcement. 😀
shauna841505@yahoo.com says
Hahaha not quite yet. Maybe someday! 🙂
Michelle says
That’s what I thought too when I first started reading! 😛
shauna841505@yahoo.com says
Hahaha it’ll be a while for me. I’ll count on you first! 🙂
JoAnn Danelski says
I’m sorry to hear that you’re not ready to be a baby mama. You would be a GREAT MOTHER.
I think you should get busy right now. lol
shauna841505@yahoo.com says
Hahaha well we will see! Maybe eventually! 🙂
Jamie says
Great idea! And I’m sure you’ll be a great mama one day when you’re ready lol
shauna841505@yahoo.com says
Hahaha we’ll see! No hurry! 🙂
Trend-mixblog says
You always have such cute ideas to celebrate the important things! Such a great care package idea! 🙂
shauna841505@yahoo.com says
Thank you!!! I was happy with the project, it turned out really cute and I put it together in an hour!! Haha
Ashley says
You are such an awesome friend! I love this gift…each and every part of it!
And…for when you’re ready…it isn’t so bad. Or it must not be, because I have four! I mean, at this very moment they are all asleep, so check back around 10:45 when they are getting hangry. ?
shauna841505@yahoo.com says
Awwwwwwwwww thank you! I just hate that I’m not there to go through these stages with my friends, so I want them to know how much I’m thinking of them! And I can’t believe you have four!!! I bet it’s amazing in its own way, and even when they’re hangry. 😉
Laura says
What a beautiful, thoughtful gift. You are a good ‘auntie’ and don’t rush! Have children when YOU know your ready. I love my two, and am happy I had them when I did.
Until then, continue sharing these wonderful gifts for others. 🙂
shauna841505@yahoo.com says
Thank you!!! My husband and I feel this way completely, we will wait until we are really ready for them. We want to enjoy each other for now, and not rush anything. 🙂
Bobbie says
Remember you can send your babies to me for extended stays. We will teach them all the good stuff.
shauna841505@yahoo.com says
Oh right. Like how to drink beer and eat fried food. 😉 I mean, that’s all we do when we visit.
chelsea jacobs says
Such a cute idea!
shauna841505@yahoo.com says
Thanks!
Erin McElrath says
Love this idea! But I prefer not to need this gift! ?
shauna841505@yahoo.com says
Hahaha you better not need this gift!
yvonne priewe says
Don’t you think I should be another Great grandma. You would make a great mom.. your husband would be a great dad… look how he could go down the slide with [him or her].. He would be so proud… I love you either way.. just don’t take after me….
shauna841505@yahoo.com says
Hahaha You have plenty of great grandchildren already! You will have more I’m sure someday! 🙂
Brittany says
I need this and I’m not even pregnant lol
shauna841505@yahoo.com says
Hahah right! I’d totally use most of this stuff on a regular day!
Adele says
Your blog is one of the most inspirational blogs that I’ve come across, you are so creative and your friends must love such thoughtful gifts. I definitely enjoy dropping in to see what you’ve been up to!
shauna841505@yahoo.com says
Oh my gosh that is honestly such a sweet thing to say! I sincerely appreciate it! Sometimes you start wondering if there’s really any point, and it’s good to hear that there is! 🙂
Sarah says
Thank you for posting this! My sister-in-law just announced her pregnancy and I want to share my support, especially since I don’t plan on my own children.
It’s so funny seeing all these messages encouraging you to have kids! My husband and I get that a lot as well! Who knows things could change and we may one day, but I find it crazy how much other people want you to have kids!
shauna841505@yahoo.com says
I completely agree!!! I’m sure its universal to push people to have babies, but in our own time! I’m glad to know I’m not alone in this boat! 🙂
Megan says
What is the small mint colored box that says “For Crying out loud”? Tissues?
shauna841505@yahoo.com says
Yes!! I found them at Michael’s!