Your best-ever present as a new mother

Hi there. Within the next month or so, three of my wonderful coworkers (who are also close friends) will give birth to their first kid. Looking for some inspiration, I would love to know what other people think is the best gift for a new mother. Since my last child was born almost seven years ago, I can’t really recall which gifts I appreciated and which ones I detested. I appreciate your assistance.

I say healthy food is best.

I enjoy hiking, so you can imagine how depressed I was during my whole pregnancy as I couldn’t move at all. I also kept wondering when I would be able to return to the trail.

My brother autographed a book he got me that told tales of women surviving in the woods, “see you there!” I don’t know, I simply thought it was great that it was thoughtful, inspiring, and a pleasant read for while I was nursing.

I also like receiving something that is personal to me rather than motherly or baby-related.

Hey there, fellow hiker! Can you tell me the title of the book you’re reading?

Regretfully, I don’t believe the book has been translated; it’s in Finnish. But hello, it’s good to have another one here as well!