Healthcare professionals are facing burnout at rapid rates. Whether it is nurses week, you are leaving the NICU, or the holidays-a token of appreciation can truly impact a healthcare professional. As a licensed therapists, I have seen some of the most passionate nurses and doctors have great energy to care for others, but struggle to extend that same compassion to themselves. Since they will not expect this gesture, offering a gift can speak volumes to their burnout. It just might be the thing they needed that day.

How can we show those that take care of us and our loved ones that we appreciate them? Since we can’t reform the entire healthcare system or pay them millions of dollars, let’s start with practical and personable gifts that healthcare professionals will appreciate.

Self Care Gift Guide for Healthcare Professionals

The Nine to Kind Daily Notepad

Healthcare professionals are always on the go and balancing so much in their lives. The Nine to Kind Daily Notepad can fit in their workbag and keep track of all of their to-dos. They will also learn to check-in on their own needs and wants through the mindfulness prompts. The Nine to Kind Daily Notepad encourages those overthinkers and overdoers to slow down and make sure their oxygen mask in on.

PhoneSoap Phone Sanitizer

We all probably need this, but we know that healthcare professionals definitely need this! The PhoneSoap phone sanitizer (also a charger) uses UV technology to kill bacteria and viruses. PhoneSoap also can hold keys, wallers, headphones and more.

FIGS Compression Socks

Healthcare Professionals often work 10-12 hour shifts on their feet, and compression socks are a practical gift that supports them each shift. With choices of colors and lengths (ankle socks available too) you can find the pair that fits their personality! Also, healthcare professionals swear by anything that FIGS makes so you will get some street cred points.

Riot Healers The Future is Nursing T-Shirt and RN+Power Sticker

Founded by a Nurse and Instructor, Riot Healers is a social justice oriented brand spreading awareness to healthcare inequities and healthcare professional wellness. They also carry hats, mugs, bags and sweatshirts!

Lion Latch Jewelry Holder Keychain

Lion Latch was created out of an “expensive lesson” when the creator lost their engagement ring at softball practice. Lion Latch is a keychain that securely holds jewelry, medications or other valuables at work or play! Lion Latch has color and profession options for moderate personalization.

Barre3 Online Membership

With the hectic schedules most healthcare workers keep, online workouts are flexible and readily available. Barre3 is a blend of pilates, yoga, cardio and mindfulness. This full body and mind workout can help one blow off steam after a long shift or help get them grounded before working that day.

Sunrise Alarm Clock (via Amazon)

Sunrise Alarm Clocks help ease one’s nervous system into the day. No more harsh or loud alarms! This budget friendly option on Amazon includes a radio and lighting options for night time reading. There is also a USB port for a charging cord to reduce clutter on your nightstand.

Face Wipes: Ursa Major (splurge) or Cetaphil Face Wipes (save)

You know that feeling when you just need a refresh and wipe away the stuff from the day? These portable face wipes are travel and workbag friendly. This practical gift is an understimated luxury that they will appreciate after their first swipe. Pair with a nice face lotion and you got yourself a post work refresh ritual.

The Nine to Kind Possibility Planner

To help keep their life together and have ongoing reminders for self care, The Nine to Kind Possibility Planner is that companion. Flexible enough to work with their schedules along with the structure that supports ongoing self-care, they will not feel bogged down and burdened by their planner.

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