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Surrogate Care & Comfort Package
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items Essential comfort items to support our amazing surrogates through pregnancy and postpartum recovery.
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Pregnancy Comfort (The Daily Essentials)
The Hospital Bag Checklist
Maternity Wear
Pregnancy Comfort (The Daily Essentials)
The 'Holy Grail' of leggings for pregnancy. The Nulu™ fabric is buttery soft and stretches incredibly well over a growing bump without feeling restrictive. Best of all, they aren't technically 'maternity' wear, so they fit perfectly postpartum too. A...
lululemon Align™ High-Rise Pant 25" | Women's Leggings/Tights
"As the belly grows, the skin stretches and can get incredibly itchy. This belly butter is a favorite because it is rich and moisturizing but completely fragrance-free—which is crucial when pregnancy nausea hits! It feels like a luxurious treat but i...
Mama Belly Butter
We chose this over other brands specifically for its 'Cooling Cover.' Pregnant surrogates often run hot due to increased blood volume, so the cooling fabric is a massive relief. The U-shape supports your back and belly simultaneously, preventing you ...
Momcozy Pregnancy Pillows with Cooling Cover, U-Shaped Full Body ...
Clinics will tell you constantly: 'Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate.' This tumbler is the industry favorite because it holds a massive amount of water (reducing refills) and fits in standard car cup holders for travel to appointments. The straw makes it eas...
The Quencher H2.0 Flowstate™ Tumbler | 40 OZ
Recovery comfort is key. These pajamas are legendary in the mom world because they are incredibly soft and have a stretchy waistband that doesn't dig into a postpartum belly. They make those first few weeks of rest feel a little more luxurious.
Davy Maternity & Nursing Pajama Set | Black
For the first trimester waves of nausea. This organic ginger and peach tea is tasty (hot or iced) and helps settle a queasy stomach naturally. A thoughtful addition to any care package.
Pink Stork Organic Morning Sickness Tea
The Hospital Bag Checklist
Recovery is real, even if you aren't bringing the baby home. This kit provides the dignity and physical relief every surrogate deserves after delivery. It includes the essentials hospitals often skip—like instant ice maxi pads and perineal healing fo...
Frida Mom 15pc Labor & Postpartum Kit Gift Set
Between travel for transfers and the natural swelling that happens later in pregnancy, compression socks are a medical necessity. But they don't have to look medical! These offer the right support to keep circulation flowing and legs feeling fresh.
Comrad Socks
Pro-tip: Hospital outlets are never where you need them to be. This extra-long 10ft cable ensures you can keep your phone charged and stay in touch with your family (and the Intended Parents!) without having to leave your hospital bed.
Anker Powerline+ II Lightning Cable 10ft MFi
Hospital floors are cold and hard. These 'Cloud Slippers' have a thick, cushioned sole that feels like walking on marshmallows. They are waterproof (great for hospital bathrooms) and easy to slip on and off without bending over.
BRONAX Women's Pillow Shower Beach Slides
Maternity Wear
Pro-Tip: Don't spend a fortune on maternity clothes you will only wear for a few months. We love renting high-end dresses for maternity photoshoots or baby showers. You get the designer look without the commitment.
Maternity Style for Every Stage