During my son's basketball practice, my 2 year old daughtrer ran into a gym door. A woman helped me put a cold compress on her head and then an ice pack. She was wonderful with my daughter (and me). She was with us for over 20 minutes. She told me to take her to the ER and that she was a nurse. Should I give her a little thank you gift? I don't want to go overboard. If so, any suggestions? Thanks. P.S. My daughter is fine!
Personally, I would not. But it sounds like you want to, so you definitely should. Get her a little angel ornament or something simple.
No gift necesssary, but a thank you note would probably be appreciated. I'd say maybe make her cookies if you want to, but only if you know she's not diabetic or on a diet...
It would be lovely for you to give her something. Really anything to acknowledge what she did for you and your daughter would be appreciated. Glad your daughter is fine!
When I think about all the people I am obligated to buy gifts for who I barely even like -- the idea of giving something unexpectedly to someone who made your life better sounds marvelous. A gift certificate somewhere?
Something home-made/ hand-made says that you really care. If you can, bake her some brownies, cookies or something like that; It would be awesome.
And you could add a note saying, "Something sweet for someone sweet."
R.,
Isn't is nice to know there are some very caring people in this world. I'm glad your daughter is ok. A card would be a wonderful expression of your gratitude. Go to this link and send the card of your choice on me! Happy Holidays!
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Wow, the world needs more people like both of you! Nine times out of ten, just a card (if you know her address) makes the world of differnece. If you feel like she deserves more, maybe a coffee card from Starbucks or something along thsoe lines. (My friend, an RN always loves her coffee cards!) Not too big but something to show that you really appreciate what she did. Either way a heartfelt thank you card should be there. :) Happy Holidays!
I do not think a gift is necessary, but I'm sure a nice note thanking her and wishing her well over the holiday's is more than appropriate and would be much appreciated!
A thank you card its sufficient to show your appreciation for what she did.
I don't think a gift is necessary. A heartfelt thank you and your friendship is enough. I am sure any mom would have helped a little one that had been injured and would not expect a gift for it.
I think a nice note would be very much appreciated.Do not
think a gift is necessary.
If you feel the inspiration to give a gift, then I would say absolutely yes. Trust your gut.
I think it's sweet to want to say "thank you" to the woman who helped you, especially if she's someone you see regularly at your son's practice sessions. You don't have to go crazy -- but maybe a little box of chocolates or a small plant or bunch of flowers would be nice. Believe me, it's nice to want to acknowledge her help, and I think she will appreciate it. :) Glad your daughter is fine, btw...
S. :)
That's very sweet of you to think of giving a gift. I don't think one is necessary but some hand-written, heart-felt words in a thank-you card will make her feel very good. In an age of texting and emails, the hand-written word shows great effort and compassion.
I once was on the opposite end. I pulled up to my daughter's preschool and next to me, was a frantic mom. Apparently, she had locked the keys in the car with an infant and toddler in the car. I asked if she had extra keys at home and she did. I told her to take my car and drive home and get the keys and that I would try to entertain her kids by playing peek-a-boo and other silly things. She was probably gone about 10 minutes and then she safely got them out of the car when she returned with the keys. I walked away... never gave my name.
Apparently, she asked the preschool who I was and she sent me a gift certificate for a pedicure at our local nail salon. So unncessary but really appreciated... I thought it was a very nice gesture. If you're thinking of a small gift, get her a manicure or pedicure certificate. Or a $10 gift certificate to Starbucks....
Glad your daughter is fine....
Speaking as a nurse a gift is really not necessary, however, I'm sure that nurse would appreciate knowing that your daughter was doing well. If you really want to get her something you can go to any nursing gift site and get a small token such as a nice travel mug or even a gift certificate to the site where she can get something she needs. Since there are so many different avenues for nurses and we don't all use the same equipment, the latter may be the better choice. I'm glad to hear your daughter is doing well!
R., I agree and liked some of the messages the mothers posted. She would not have expected a gift but a thank you note would be perfect and if you want to give her a little something you can OR you can your child draw a picture for her if she understands to do that. I have a 2 year old, he scribbles and won't understand it is for someone else. It doesn't matter to me because I think when something is done by a child, is the MOST PRICELESS GIFT of all. Look in your heart and see what you feel to give to show her your appreciation. That was the wonderful thing she did and that is a wonderful thing that you want to show your appreciation, we need more people like you two out there. There are others like you two, but they are hard to find until unwanted circumstances occurs....like with your daughter.
This person helped you out of the kindness of her heart. She does not expect a gift. If you want to show your appreciation let your daughter draw her a picture (or at her age scribble her a picture) and you write a note on it. Don't feel you have to spend money to express your appreciation.
I would get her something, even a little something because with the way people are these days it was nice that she even stopped to help. It amazes me how many adults just don't even bother, but being that she was a nurse that was most likely apart of her.
I nice thank you is always greatly appreciated. Definitely send one. I don't think you need to send a gift at all with the thank you but a small gift would be fine too. It is nice that there are still nice people who will take time to help and it is great that you are showing your appreciation.
I'm sure it was her pleasure to help you out, and would imagine your heartfelt thanks were more than enough. If you really want to give her a gift, something tiny like a pot of jam or a pretty candle would be ideal.
Send her a heart felt note of thanks (like what you said here) and it will be enough. If you really want to give a small gift how about a good quality hand cream. As a nurse she probably washed her hands hundreds of times a day! And add a note to say... "to take care of the hands that so gently and loving cared for my daughter and I. You are appreciated!" That would be what I would do! A.
