Just when we thought we couldn't wait any longer, Piper arrived a few days early into the world!
Now she's here and we must shower the baby and family with love, support, 
and gifts!

Two elated god-mommies have created this Give InKind page as a hub for organizing care and support for the newly-expanded Schank family.

Please use this page to help us coordinate getting meals, gifts, and care to the Schanks! We have a schedule for delivering or sending food, helping out with Wallace and the puppies, and checking in on Mom & Dad!  Feel free to claim a spot or two!

We also connected their Amazon wishlist if you would like to send gifts.

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Welcome to the World Piper Ann

Recovering from a vaginal birth leaves a mother's perineum sore and swollen for several weeks. For mothers who tear, this recovery process takes closer to six or more weeks.
This kit includes the Frida Mom Recovery Regimen that acts to cool, absorb, soothe, and relieve pain in this area. This kit includes:
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<li>Disposable Postpartum Underwear (4 pairs, Waist 28" -42")</li>
<li>Instant Ice Maxi Pads (4 pads)</li>
<li>Perineal Cooling Pad Liners with Witch Hazel (24)</li>
<li>Perineal Healing Foam</li>
<li>Toilet-top storage caddy</li>
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Why We Love This Gift: Frida Mom loves to remind us that when you bring home a baby, you bring home a mother too. While we know there will be plenty of sign-ups to come and hold that new baby, moms need to take care of themselves too. So when you go visit the new family, this kit from Frida Mom is a great way to say, "take all the time you need in there. I've got you."
What To Express in Your Card: Been there, done that. I wish I'd had this kit during my recovery, because this is hard. I love you.

Frida Mom Postpartum Recovery Essentials Kit

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Estella's range of organic cotton baby gifts include a mixed of handmade baby rattle toys, organic cotton baby blankets, and much more. All of their eco-friendly baby toys are handmade with GOTS-certified organic cotton and dyes, and these newborn sets make wonderful baby shower gifts or welcome baskets for baby girls and boys (and besides - they're all just gorgeous).
Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because we love the purity of the products and how perfectly it goes with the new baby smell.
What To Say in Your Card: Congratulations!

Organic Cotton Baby Gifts from Estella

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Kids love lego. A perfect gift for just about any occasion.
Why We Love This Gift: Because it is Lego. That's why. 'Nuff said. It's great for any kid. It is especially helpful in certain situations like a kid in the hospital or a bed-bound kid. Hot tip from the mother of a pediatric oncology patient - consider age, ability, and medical side effects in making your selection. Sometimes, treatments for kids can result in peripheral neuropathy which can dull the skill or attention of a child. For the some kids, the Millennium Falcon may be great - but consider too classic build your own models too. Also super fun. This is also a great sibling gift following the birth of new baby.
What To Express in Your Card: Can I come build with you? I love you.

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NappieSack&trade; is the perfect gift for new parents! NappieSack is a compact on-the-go diaper bag designed to switch hands from one parent or caregiver to another easily. This stylish compact diaper bag simplifies what to pack for daily outings by eliminating space for the extra nonessential things new parents cram into an oversized diaper bag.
NappieSack is made from lightweight, high-quality nylon and vegan leather to protect the bottom of the bag from wetness or dirt. There are 15 pockets in total. Including three zippered pockets, seven slip-pockets, and two insulated pockets for bottles and packs.
A NappieSack bag and can fit in most medium to large-sized bags. For a personal touch, monogramming is offered through the website.
Why We Love This Gift: Each sale of a NappieSack comes with a free changing mat! Another great thing about the NappieSack is that after the diapering phase, the recipient can repurpose the NappieSack to organize their lives.  How great is that!
What To Express In Your Card: Hopefully this will keep your things organized during your busy and hectic life! You already have the cute &amp; stylish parts taken care of... Love and miss you!

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This product teaches children about how to wash hands properly and effectively. Our Glo Germ Gel contains proven safe ingredients which simulate the presence of real germs, 5 micros in size. Glo Germ Gel will illuminate under UV light, showing where actual germs would reside. Our gel works best for demonstrations where frequent or numerous uses are required. Simply pump 1-2 strokes of gel on palms of hands and rub together, including back of hands. Scrape fingernails on palms to "infect" germs under the nails. Place hands under a UV light to view the "germs." Follow with normal hand washing, then test again with UV light to inspect how well the hands were washed.
Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because it really teaches kids how to properly wash their hands. This is a fun teaching tool for kids and adults alike about the importance of hand washing as a way to control the spread of illness. Perfect for families with a concern about illness and germs, this really gets the job done. This product is personally recommended by advisors to the Give InKind editorial team who had a child in chemotherapy and a younger child simultaneously. Using this product, she taught children how to wash their hands like surgeons - empowering them to be safe.
What To Express In Your Card: I know you have specific concerns about hand washing and germ control. I read that this product teaches kids about hand washing and I thought it might be a good way to show don't tell visitors (adults too) about how to wash hands. I am thinking so much of you.

Glo Germ Gel - Teaches Kids to Wash Hands

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These aren't our mom's teething toys. Teething and nursing necklaces and bracelets have become statement pieces and a great gift for a new mom.
Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because it is cloth and clean and safe for the gummiest of all babes. Delicious.
What To Express in Your Card: Sending you so much love!

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Give the gift of take-out. Seriously, the perfect gift for any situation.
Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because it is take-out and everyone loves take-out. It gives your recipient the flexibility to order exactly what they want, when they want it. Pregnancy cravings are no joke. Neither is the stress level of a single parent on a school night. Young professionals who get sick often hate the loss of their own agency. The capacity to choose one's own dinner is not to be underestimated. Nothing says I love you like Pad Thai.
What To Express in Your Card: I wanted you to be able to choose your own meal. I am thinking of you!

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What is the best gift anytime? A Target eGift Card. With no fees and no expiration dates, the real question is: who couldn't use a gift card from Target?
Why We Love This Gift: Whether as a baby gift or to replenish supplies around the house, to cheer up a sick kid, or help someone with prescription costs, you can almost always find exactly what you need at Target. We love this gift because it enables your recipient with endless options and the ability to purchase precisely what they need - no questions asked.
What To Say In Your Card: I thought this might come in handy. I am sending you so much love!

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Always the perfect gift and great for all occasions. With a Barnes &amp; Noble gift card you can choose from an unmatched selection of books, eBooks, textbooks, movies/tv, toys, games, and gifts - even treats from the Café - at the world's largest bookseller!
Why We Love This Gift: We all need an escape sometimes - to fall in love with a fantastic book.
What To Express In Your Card: There are so many books out there that identify with what you are going through. I know how hard it has been for you. I hope this helps. I love you.

Barnes &amp; Noble

Always the perfect gift and great for all occasions. With a Barnes &amp; Noble gift card you can choose from an unmatched selection of books, eBooks, textbooks, movies/tv, toys, games, and gifts &#8211; even treats from the Café &#8211; at the world&#8217;s largest bookseller!

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Marshalls Gift Cards - premium clothes at outlet prices.
Why We Love This Gift: Premium clothes at outlet prices, what's not to like? We love this gift because it enables the recipient to make their own selection from overflow design options. Everyone can use a quality designer piece.
What To Express in Your Card: I thought you might be able to use this. Have fun!

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Jamba Juice serves up wholesome nutrition and inspires healthy living. Jamba Juice gift cards are the ideal way to share and enjoy a wide variety of master blended juices, smoothies, bowls, and shots.
Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because everyone loves smoothies - and they're delicious and nutritious, too!
What To Express In Your Card: I know how busy you have been lately. Please, take a moment to feed yourself something nutritious. I love you!

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Jamba Juice serves up wholesome nutrition and inspires healthy living. Jamba Juice gift cards are the ideal way to share and enjoy a wide variety of master blended juices, smoothies, bowls, and shots.

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The ultimate in luxury clothes that are also high quality. Beautiful.
Why We Love This Gift: Nordstrom's is old-style elegant department store shopping at your doorstep (with an actually easy exchange policy). It is a splurge. It is great for anyone. It is especially great in certain situations, including breast cancer and surgery. Nordstrom also has an excellent breast prosthesis fitting program. Help a woman you love post-operatively. When divorce is recent, money tends to be short even while divorce necessitates a new wardrobe - for work, or for life.
What To Express in Your Card: I am here with you. I thought you might need something new. I can come shopping with you if you are up for the company.

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Delightful diaper cakes for baby showers packed with gifts inside. Our unique Diaper Cakes make the best baby shower gifts! Packed inside each super cute diaper cake are ultra-soft, super-absorbent diapers and 7 baby basics and nursery essentials. Available in many adorable styles!
Each Diaper Cake includes:
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<li>Size 1 Diapers (70 pieces) – ultra-soft, super-absorbent, gentle, safe, and hypoallergenic disposable diapers</li>
<li>Shampoo + Body Wash (0.75 fl. oz.) – made with naturally derived ingredients and designed to gently cleanse, moisturize, and nourish from head to toe</li>
<li>Face + Body Lotion (0.75 fl. oz.) – gentle lotion made with a combination of calendula and aloe</li>
<li>Organic All-Purpose Balm (0.75 oz.) – all-purpose ointment for dry, rough, and sensitive skin</li>
<li>Bubble Bath (2 fl. oz) – made with naturally derived ingredients and formulated for long-lasting, fun-filled bubbles</li>
<li>Baby Laundry Detergent (2 fl oz.) – designed to achieve a premium cleaning experience</li>
<li>72 Count Wipes (1 pack) – ultra-thick, plant-based baby wipes with over 99% water</li>
<li>10 Count Wipes (2 packs) – the same wipes you love in the perfect travel size!</li>
<li>Mini Diaper Cakes also available!</li>
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Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because it is a great addition to any baby shower. (We love baby shower things).
What To Express in Your Card: Here we goooo! I can't wait!

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<a href="https://instacart.oloiyb.net/c/1246143/413183/7412" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instacart</a> is a grocery delivery service that delivers in as little as an hour. They connect you with Personal Shoppers in your area who pick up and deliver your groceries from your favorite local stores.
Why We Love This Gift: Shopping for groceries is a chore under the best of circumstances. For families facing a new lift event or crisis, it is very often incredibly stressful. The gift of a cupboard full of basic necessities is tremendous. It is a wonderful way to remind those you love that you have not forgotten the day-to-day challenges they face. You are telling them in no uncertain terms that they are not alone.
What to Express in Your Card: I was thinking about the things you have to get done every day. I hope you'll let me help a little by giving me a chance to buy you some groceries - and have them delivered to you. Just one lest task for you to worry about. I send you my love.

Instacart

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Give InKind's Time Out - Self Care gift box includes a rotating selection of 6 hand-picked items that are great for anyone, but also hit the spot for hard-to-send-for gifts for loved ones that could use more of an incentive to relax. Hand-packed with love, each box is overflowing with goodies, and includes a card with your message on it!
The Time Out - Self Care gift box includes items like:
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<li>Vanilla &amp; Chestnut Candle from Tule Fog</li>
<li>Lip Balm from Kind Lips</li>
<li>Rosemary &amp; Eucalyptus Soap from RealSoaps</li>
<li>Dark Chocolate Cashew Butter Cups from Brooklyn Born Chocolate</li>
<li>Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels from Mouth Party</li>
<li>Sea Salt Breeze Nourishing Hand Cream from Tried &amp; True</li>
<li>Sweet Citrus Complete 4-step Spa Kit from Avry Beauty</li>
<li>Dissolvable Pressed Loose Leaf  Tea from Tea Drops</li>
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The list above is representative but products do rotate based on availability.
At Give InKind, we understand that everyone comes from vastly unique situations and backgrounds. Despite this, we meticulously prepare these boxes to remind you of something we all have in common: once in awhile, both you and the people you support love and deserve to be pampered. The Time Out - Self Care gift box will do just the trick!

Give InKind Curated Gift Box: Time Out - Self Care

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5 Best Gift Cards to Send to Parents After the Birth of a New Baby

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The first few months after the birth of a new baby offers many opportunities for a caring community to deliver support with the help of a gift card train.

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