20 Helpful And Thoughtful After Surgery Gifts For Her

By Laura Fiebert | Updated: May 4, 2023

    Discover the perfect way to show your care and support with our curated list of thoughtful after-surgery gifts for her. These handpicked items focus on comfort, relaxation, and practicality, making her recovery experience more enjoyable and stress-free.

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    What are some practical items that can help with post-surgery recovery?

    When choosing practical gifts, it’s important to consider the person’s specific recovery needs and limitations. There are several practical items that can aid in post-surgery recovery and make the healing process more comfortable. Ice packs and heating pads can help manage pain and inflammation, reduce swelling, and provide comfort during recovery. 

    Adjustable pillows, such as a wedge or neck pillow, provide proper support and help maintain a comfortable position while resting or sleeping. Compression socks or stockings can improve circulation and reduce the risk of blood clots, especially after surgeries involving the legs.

    Additionally, grabbers or reacher tools can assist with picking up objects without straining, and a shower chair or non-slip bath mat can make bathing safer and more comfortable. It’s essential to consult with her healthcare provider about any specific items or post-surgery care recommendations tailored to your individual needs.

    What are some gift ideas for someone recovering from surgery?

    Finding the perfect gift for someone recovering from surgery can be a thoughtful way to show your love and support during their healing journey. In this guide, we’ve gathered a variety of comforting, entertaining, and practical gift ideas that cater to the unique needs of those going through post-surgery recovery.

    From cozy essentials and engaging activities to helpful daily aids, these gifts are designed to lift their spirits, provide comfort, and make their recuperation period more manageable. Let’s explore these thoughtful post surgery gifts that will surely bring a smile to your loved one’s face and brighten their recovery experience.

  1. Spoonful of Comfort Total Care Package
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    The secret to a quick recovery? Plenty of tender loving care, even when you can’t provide it in person. This care package includes a delicious meal like mom makes, comforting care items, and a “get well” bell your recipient can ring when they need something. Now that’s recovery done right.

  3. Comfy Pants
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    Comfy pants make an excellent recovery gift because they provide comfort and ease of movement during healing. Their soft, loose-fitting design ensures that the recipient can relax and rest without any restrictive clothing adding discomfort or pressure on sensitive areas.

  5. A Quality Dry Shampoo
  6. Dry shampoo is an excellent choice for someone recovering from surgery because it allows them to maintain clean and refreshed hair without the need for a full shower. This can be particularly beneficial when they have limited mobility or energy, making the traditional hair-washing process difficult.  This dry shampoo actually cleans hair by absorbing oil, sweat, and odor.

  7. Gripper Socks
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    Get a grip. Bombas Grippers will help to keep you exactly where you want to be. Great for: strolling around on wood floors, wearing as slippers indoors, and staying on your feet in barre, yoga, and pilates classes or other workout studios. Not great for: skidding and slipping. While our grippers are pretty good at helping to prevent slips, they’re not magic. So be careful, and practice good coordination out there.

  9. Get Well Art Gift Set
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    This gift tote bag includes a word search, Mandala adult coloring book, Sudoku, crosswords puzzle book, colored pencils & mechanical pencils, and a blank greeting card for you to write a handwritten message. A great way to spend time in bed or at home after surgery or sickness.

  11. Positivity Kit
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    Brimming with engaging prompts that focus on the good things in life, this interactive book is guaranteed to cheer up even the grumpiest person on the rainiest day.

  13. Spa Gift Basket
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    Send the gift of support and love when someone you know needs it most. Whether it is a friend who is sick or recovering from surgery, this gift is a reminder to treat herself well and to know she is loved. White Tea Ginger & Mint is calming and soothing but also refreshing. It includes a soap bar, lip balm tube, shower steamer with botanicals, shea butter cream, bath salts, and tea. A great surgery care package!

  15. Funny Candle
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    Recovering from surgery is a bummer, so if you have a friend or family member who is going through it, they probably need s good laugh. These candles are made with 100% soy wax and plant essential oils, Fragrance fresh&No additives, and 50 hours of clean burn

  17. Magic Gel Wrap
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    These were designed by a renowned orthopedist to ease pain from Arthritis and Post-surgery inflammation. The ice pack hugs the hip with one strap around the waist and one around your leg. The extra compression from this provides a deeper, more intense cooling experience. The purpose-built ice pack fits and contours comfortably around the hip bone and joint for deeper penetration.

  19. Bedside Caddy
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    A bedside table or caddy is a great addition for someone recovering from surgery because it keeps essential items within easy reach, making their daily routine more convenient and comfortable. This can be especially helpful when they have limited mobility or are advised to rest, as it allows them to keep medications, drinks, snacks, books, or other necessities close at hand without straining or needing assistance.

  21. Encouragement Bracelet
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    A protective gem, this natural stone effectively alleviates stress and strain. It calms irritability, balances mood fluctuations, and dissipates anger, rage, fear, and anxiety. The Healing Prayers bracelet serves as an exceptional get-well-soon jewelry gift and a top stress relief present for women and girls experiencing challenging times, providing them with the comfort and support they need.

  23. Grabber Recovery Kit
  24. The Kekoy hip kit Set is a carefully selected collection of products that allow users to gain freedom and reduce dependence on others, such as bathing, dressing, and even reaching out. Help people who have recovered from hip, knee or back surgeries to complete their daily tasks and ensure that users are not overworked.

  25. Get Well Soon Gift Basket
  26. after-surgery-gifts-for-her-gift-basketThis charming “Get Well Soon” gift box and care package is a heartfelt way to wish your best friend or loved one a speedy recovery. A great gift to show them how much you care and miss them while reassuring them of their strength and resilience to overcome the temporary challenge of illness. This post ‌surgery gift basket comes with lots of self-care goodies, including bath bombs, a throw blanket, a scented soy candle, comfy socks and an eye mask.

  27. iPad Holder
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    An iPad stand is an excellent accessory for someone recovering from surgery as it enables hands-free use of their device, allowing them to comfortably watch movies, read, or video chat without straining their arms or neck. This convenient support can be particularly beneficial when mobility is limited or extended periods of rest are required, helping to keep them entertained and connected while minimizing discomfort.

  29. Mini Fridge
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    A mini fridge is a helpful addition for someone recovering from surgery, as it allows them to store snacks, beverages, and medications close at hand, making their recovery period more convenient and comfortable. Having a mini fridge nearby can be particularly beneficial when mobility is limited, energy is low, or the person is advised to rest, as it minimizes the need to frequently get up and retrieve items from the kitchen, reducing strain on the healing body.

  31. Support Chair
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    The Yogibo support is the ultimate supportive pillow, no matter where you relax. The perfect back pillow that completely conforms to your back with no pressure points. It’s soft, durable, and washable covers. All you need do is position the Support as you please to accommodate various relaxing sitting positions. It’s that simple! It’s paws and claws friendly too.

  33. Bathing Wipes
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    No water? No problem! Have a full bath or shower experience wherever you go while treating your skin to our pH-balanced formula, perfect for every skin type. Eliminate dirt and sweat with just one deodorizing and moisturizing wipe. Just open the pack. Cleanse. And toss.

  35. You Are Souper Soup Set
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    Few things are as nourishing as a hot cup of soup, especially when it comes from a loved one. Send someone you know (or yourself!) that oh-so-comforting food with this kit that includes an oversized ceramic mug and a one-serving packet of vegetable soup mix. The mug’s artwork, an original Lizzie Lees illustration, depicts a delightful troupe of happy veggies and the tagline “You Are Souper” on the front—plus a well-wishing, smiling mug on the back.

  37. Shower Steamers
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    Relieve all day’s stress and fatigue with our shower steamers made with natural essential oils that will dissolve in your shower and help you immerse in deep relaxation. 

  39. Cold Therapy Socks
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    In just a few seconds, this product cools the entire foot, providing relief from soreness, heat, fatigue, aches, and chronic conditions like plantar fasciitis and arthritis—commonly used during pregnancy. It offers instant relief from inflammation and swelling caused by sprains, strains of the ball of the foot, neuropathy, tendonitis, or any foot injury, making it an ideal choice for both men and women who spend long hours on their feet.

     

    In addition to giving a gift, there are many ways to support someone who is recovering from surgery. This might include sending cards or notes of encouragement, offering to run errands or help with household chores, or simply spending time with the person and listening to their needs. The most important thing is to let the person know that they are loved and supported and that you are there for them in whatever way they need.