Get Well
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1. Pretty
stationary or thank you notes
Why not give someone new stationary or
thank you notes? It is nice to get something new and stationary is not
something we often buy ourselves, especially the really pretty indulgent
kind. I know I have many people to thank for the help that they have
provided me when I first became sick etc. so I know these thank you notes
will come in handy. For an added bonus… add some postage stamps,
return address labels or a nice pen to the gift- even less work for person
who needs to concentrate on healing, not finding the right stamp!
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Find handmade specialty
pens, papers, journals, note cards and more at:
Becky’s
Paper Creations
Knitted and
Fitteds
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2. A Specialty Healthy Gift
Basket.
Forget the flowers! Make your gift stand
out with the thoughtful consideration for the particular illness or
surgery that your loved one is dealing with. These baskets have
ingredients that are specifically geared toward whatever you are looking
for "health wise". Not only are they pretty baskets, but they are helpful
too- providing healthy snacks and treats to make the patient feel better.
I personally love the selection at Wellbaskets.com but the idea of sending
a gift basket with healthy foods or snacks etc shows that you put a bit
more though into the gift and will sure to be useful.
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Offering get well baskets
for the basic cold to the serious
illness; healthy, natural gift baskets for any occasion;
and all-natural bath baskets for women & new babies check out:
wellbaskets.com |
3.
Laughter is the best medicine!
They say that laughter is the best medicine,
so why not get a gift that will put a smile on someone’s face? Be
frivolous! Be Silly! Sometimes the best gifts are the ones we would never
buy ourselves. Many times when we are dealing with sickness money becomes
an issue. It is fun to get a gift that you normally couldn’t get yourself
since you now how financial strain.
Be completely silly, funny colored socks,
funny stuffed animals… anything to make the patient laugh and smile. |
For TV, movie, or pop
culture T shirts check out:
makeusmiletees.com
For Illness/ disease related shirts check
out:
But You Dont Look Sick? Online Store
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| 4. The Gift of Comfort.
When I was in the hospital the things I longed
for most was the "comforts of home". Anything to make the cold walls of
the hospital seem less dreary. I ended up bringing with me my fuzzy
blanket, soft socks and slippers, and my favorite heating pads. Sometimes
it is the small simple things that can make a HUGE difference. Anything to
keep me warm was essential. It made me happy and comfortable, which in a
hospital is hard to do. |
For the most versatile
"every day" heating pads check out the Tortilla Wraps at:mothercatco.com
If you are looking for a bit more luxury and
more size options of heating pads, check out:
TheraPeaceProducts.com
For Heating pads that do not require a
microwave etc, try:
Warmers.com
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5. Always Wanted- Never
Bought.
There are those gifts
that you know the person you are buying for could use, has even mentioned
wanting- but when it comes down to it, never buys it. Whether it is
because of financial issues, or just never getting to spend time on
themselves- this is a chance to surprise them with that special something.
For me it was UV clothing. I always knew I
should get some, for every day use but especially for vacations. When I
got sick recently, it reminded me of how I should be taking better care of
myself- but really couldn’t afford to. When I received a few of
these UV clothing items as gifts recently- I was thrilled. not only did it
show that the person cared about me and the limitations of my illness, but
it was a fun gift to get that I always never bought for myself.
The idea here is to look for something that
the person you are shopping for would never normally buy themselves but
has been secretly wishing for. Or even something "custom" to their
favorite color or style. Make them feel special! |
Find fashionable UV
clothing styles at:
Sun-Togs.com
shadyladyproducts.com
Mimsi-Bags.com (custom made tote bags and purses)
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6. A Little Sparkle Never
Hurt Anyone.
There are all sorts
of jewelry if you are shopping for a female. Do not be fooled, it does not
have to be fancy, or expensive, or if you are feeling generous it can be!
Anything goes! As long as it reflects the unique style of the
individual you are giving it to. A bracelet, a necklace, or even earrings
can immediately make anyone feel "prettier" even on their "sick days".
Many charms have significant meaning and
can show symbols of like hope, strength, or love. Many companies even give
proceeds from your purchase to the particular organization that the person
you are visiting might be suffering from. Jewelry of any kind is a gift
that keeps giving as a reminder whenever the receiver wears it, that they
were thought of.
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For cute jewelry with a
variety of styles and prices check out:
Lucky Accessories
AmyPetersStudio.com
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7. Boredom! Give Me
Something To Do!
I was bored out
of my mind in the hospital. Although most healthy people might think that
laying in a hospital bed with no plans or nothing to do sounds like
heaven… it isn’t! My body might not have been working- but my mind was
crying out for entertainment. TV gets boring real quick. When visitors
brought me magazines, books, playing cards or even small crafts I was
thrilled.
Craft items were not only good because they
were "different" but I gained a sense of accomplishment when I was
finished, or even when I was "working" on a project. It made the
experience of being stuck in the hospital change from wasted time, to a
chance to learn something new.
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Scrap booking, card making,
crafts and other hobby supplies can be found here:
scrapbook.com
paperwishes.com
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8. Candles, Spa and Beauty
Stuff
I am not talking about your
average soap here. I am talking about indulgent, pretty smelling, feel
special just because you are using it soap! A simple shower, or just
washing your face in the morning an be a chore when you are sick, so nice
smelling soaps, lotions etc can really help start the day off on a better
note.
Candles are not allowed in most hospitals,
but as soon as the patient gets home, some nice fragrant candles might do
the trick to get the stuffy "locked up house smell" out.
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Soaps, candles, lotions,
bath accessories, lip balm and more!
teaboutiquecollection.com
JRemedies.com
annalaurascandlesandscents.com
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| 9. Make Life Easier
Just because when you are sick your world
stops, doesn’t mean the world around you does too. When you get home there
are bills, mail to open, phone calls to return, errands, food shopping and
more. If you can, offer to help! Errands can be a huge task for
someone with limited mobility or energy and a little help by you can go a
long way to make the transition back home from a hospital stay easier.
If you can’t actually be there to help,
there are some great tools and gadgets that can help. Can openers, "reachers"
ergonomic dispensers and tools make great gifts for someone who may truly
need it.
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For gadgets that help make
day to day tasks easier check out these great stores:
smarthome.com
perpetualkid.com (twist and spout pourers)
bookchairUSA.com
Speedlaces.com
TheEZcarry.com
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10. If all else fails, or if
you are a traditionalist…..The Old Stand By… Flowers!
Flowers are pretty, bright and smell great.
They are quick and easy to order and let someone know you care. You always
feel special when a delivery man brings you flowers. If you can’t be there
to visit- then the next best thing is a delivery of a bouquet of flowers
with a note saying you care. |
For one of a kind fresh
flowers:
californiaorganicflowers.com
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