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When I gave birth via emergency C-section, I didn’t feel that magical rush of love everyone talks about; the one where you lock eyes and everything else fades away. A euphoric feeling of finally being complete, like I’d finally found the person who was always meant to find me. Instead, I felt…well, nothing. Detached. Overwhelmed. I remember they put my daughter on me and I thought, “Huh, that’s a baby.” That thought made me feel cold, like I was failing before I even started. I knew I should feel something more, but I just didn’t. That night, my mind raced with embarrassing, guilt-filled thoughts: Maybe I’m just not maternal. Maybe I shouldn’t have done this. Maybe I’ll never feel connected to my baby. I was ashamed to even whisper these feelings to anyone, convinced I was the only one who didn’t have instant love for their newborn. But here’s the…

Receiving baby gear as a new parent can be fun and exciting, but once the baby comes, new parents aren’t always clambering for a new swing or swaddles. They often just want sleep and relaxation! Having a newborn in your life changes everything. So, if you want to help the new parents in your life, consider spoiling them with some of these gifts for new parents that will save their sanity Creature Comforts; a Great Gift for New Parents: Being a new parent is stressful. These gift ideas can help them decompress and relax: A Netflix Gift Subscription for when sleep isn’t an option. At-Home Massage Products, like a neck and shoulder massager or a heated blanket, to provide quick relief during stolen moments of rest. A Wine Subscription for when it’s time to wind down and relax. Cozy Loungewear that makes them feel pampered while they’re at home with…