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5 warmhearted gifts sure to delight your pregnant coworker

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Having a colleague that is pregnant can fill the office with an incredible amount of anticipation. For the new mom-to-be, balancing the responsibilities of work and home can be a very real struggle. With pregnancy comes unimaginable joy and excitement, but there are still deadlines to be met and tasks to be done. One way to take a little pressure off mom is to show her how much you care by hosting a baby shower after hours. That gives everyone a chance to switch off from work and focus on that glorious growing belly and also helps to provide many of the items necessary to care for a newborn. We’ve put together a list of thoughtful items for the new mom-to-be including some things to make pregnancy easier and more comfortable for her and some items to help care for that new bundle of joy.

Babies, big kids, and even adults love stuffed animals. There’s just something special about cuddling with them that melts the blues away; stuffed animals make wonderful comfort objects. Because a newborn won’t be able to cuddle a stuffed animal right away, this darling little plush lamb will fit right in with the decor of any nursery.
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Here’s a fantastic gift with mom’s comfort in mind. A pregnant belly is a heavy belly, and this maternity belt can help as it adjusts to support that growing baby throughout the entire pregnancy. Standing or sitting for long periods of time is even harder while pregnant and this maternity belt can help relieve hip, pelvic, and back pain. It is made from comfortable, breathable fabric and can be washed on delicate and air-dried. Comfort is key to a happy pregnancy, and this belt can surely help!
Even though those first steps will leave footprints on mom’s heart forever, when baby starts walking a whole new set of worries accompany them. These socks will reduce the fear of baby slipping on tile or hardwood floors with their non-slip grippers. They cover baby’s foot from heel to toe and will offer support with cozy comfort as they learn to walk. The padded heel tabs make them a sinch to put on and pull off,  they are machine washable, and come in a variety of sizes and colors sure to complement any of those darling outfits.
While everyone is so excited to pick out the perfect tiny onesie or snuggly blanket, there are some practical things that mom will appreciate too. These multipurpose safety locks help keep babies and toddlers safe by preventing them from getting into things that are off-limits. Curious kids like to open cabinets, drawers, and sometimes even find the toilet interesting (yuck!), and these locks do a fantastic job of keeping them out. These locks are simple for grown-ups to open, but are designed to be difficult for little ones to figure out. They are BPA-free, come with a lifetime warranty on the locks and tape, and can be installed in minutes with no tools required.
Being a mom means having an overabundance of things to keep track of. Baby gear is just the tip of the iceberg. What about mom’s essentials? A hands-free purse to keep necessities such as her phone and credit cards in will give her one less thing to carry, freeing her arms for everything else! This purse has five inner pockets, a phone pocket that is compatible with all cell phones that measure up to 6.5 inches tall, an adjustable strap, and is great for everyday use.

Many women choose to work during pregnancy. The workplace challenges that accompany pregnancy can be overcome most of the time as long as mom remembers to listen to her body. As her coworker, there are lots of things you can do at work to let her know that you’re there for her. Maybe you could start her car on chilly winter evenings, keep the break room stocked with healthy snacks, or suggest taking small breaks during long meetings so she can get up and move around. When it’s time for her office baby shower, these thoughtful items can show her how much everyone at the office cares about her. They are sure to delight her and make this special time feel a little less overwhelming.

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