This is probably one of only a select few DIY projects you will ever find on this blog. It’s National Poison Prevention week in case you missed my boring informative post from Monday :). It was more for my Mommy friends and so is today! Trust me, it benefits everyone though. In keeping with Poison Prevention week, I thought I’d share one of my favorite gifts to give.
Almost three summers ago while I was awaiting these two to enter the world…
I was frustrated because it’s always hard for me to pick out baby shower gifts.
Auntie Joi
La Tia
God Mommy Joi…
is so practical and always likes giving gifts that can actually be used. Later for all that fru fru stuff…leave that to their Grandparents who usually SPOIL THE CRAP OUT OF THEM, get them lots of cute and pretty things.
I was noticing that Mothers were always coming in the pharmacy at odd times of night because a new mommy is not playing about her baby.
They would be looking for different items. I thought, how convenient would it be for them to already have the most needed items on hand the first time they ever needed it. Thus came the idea for this baby pharmacy.
Every new Mother since has gotten the same gift from me (tailored for their baby of course). I have gotten nothing but appreciative comments and compliments on this VERY practical DIY Baby Pharmacy.
What You Need
- Plastic Storage (Shoe box) Container
- Stickers*autocollants of letters and any baby themes you want to incorporate (Craft Stores, Superstores, & Dollar Stores) Theme sticker examples – Doctor or Nurse, Sports, Dance, cheer leading etc….anything for kids or if the parents like something in particular, you can throw some of those stickers on the outside of the box.
- Shred Basket Filler like what’s in Easter Baskets (optional – I get it year round from the $ Store)
- Infants’ TYLENOL®
- Infants’ MOTRIN® Concentrated Drops
- Infants’ MYLICON® Drops – This one seems to be the favorite
- Little Noses® Saline Spray/Drops
- Vicks® BabyRub
- A+D Diaper Rash Ointment & Skin Protectant
- Glycerin Infant Suppositories
- JOHNSON’S® travel size Baby; Lotion, Oil, Shampoo, and Powder
- Decorative Band-Aids
- Nasal Aspirator
- Different size medicine syringes droppers
- Thermometer
I don’t have children yet but I choose the ingredients based off my frequently asked questions from the pharmacy. Wherever you shop, THE STORE BRAND IS JUST AS GOOD AS THE NAME BRAND! I always give store brand from my pharmacy to ease the apprehension of a new Mommy to do so! This gift can get as pricy as you desire, so choose ingredients wisely based on your budget.
Directions – Level of Difficulty – EXTREMELY TOUGH 😉
Put it all together and decorate the outside.
It’s a plus if you know the baby’s first name.
STORAGE OF MEDICATIONS
Real quick tip on that whole Poison Prevention week thing, store your medications in a cool and dry place. That does not equal the cabinet beside/above the stove or the bathroom cabinets.
That’s why I love the baby pharmacy. You have a nice cool and dry box to store the medications and you can place it up high where the children can’t reach it when they are older (like in the closet). You can leave it out for décor during the infant stages.
These are so much fun to make and I love giving gifts that people don’t really think of and that Mothers genuinely appreciate.
I don’t want the gift to ever be used, but unfortunately, that is part of life. To date…there are several kiddos in the Baby Pharmacy Hall of Fame. Here are a few more who’s Mothers chose to share with me for today’s post.
All of my little guys are growing up. My Mother loves boys. Hopefully I can join my girls and have a boy one day…but I secretly want a girl 🙂
*Please consult your pediatrician for dose before using Over-the-Counter medications for your infant/child under the age of 2 years old* Always note my disclaimer in the sidebar.
Rx Fitness Lady Wants to Know…
- Where do you currently store your medications?
- If you have children, what is the Baby Pharmacy Item that you would/would have used the most?
- Do you like my God Mommy monikers? I know La Tia is “the aunt” in Spanish but somehow I can’t imagine my God Son calling me God Mommy Joi like the girls.
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Um. Best. Idea. Ever. Seriously!!! I love this! Why didn’t you come to MY baby shower?! I am going to do this for BOTH my kids. I can’t even begin to tell you how many times we have run out of something—–at 11pm at night. This is perfect to have (and to store because Lord knows medicine just gets “lost” around my house) for anytime anywhere.
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Also, I was so overwhelmed by the idea I forgot to mention how cute these boys are! I just wanna hug em up!
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I would have loved to make one for each of your little guys 🙂 These are so fun and I know the Mothers are most genuine when they text or call to tell me how much they love the gift. They’ve made my life so much easier. The little guys do make you want to squeeze um to death.
My, God. YOU. ARE. A. GENIUS!
What mom doesn’t want (and need) that. AND it’s got the storage built in so they can always find what they need. I don’t have babies and I want one of those right now for different things. One tub for cuts and scrapes…one for fevers…one for colds.
I seriously cannot love this more. This is all I’m ever giving to new moms from now until the end of time.
I’m pinning this immediately. SO AWESOME. –Lisa
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Yes Lisa, I’ve got one for myself too. It’s not decorated though, lol. Genius is flattering, lol…just a tad bit of creativity. We may have 1 or 2 at the most more DIYs on this here blog.
What a great idea. I’ve used everything in those boxes. I’ve gotten them one by one at 11 o clock at night on multiple occasions.lol
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EXACTLY, haven’t all Mothers…the one’s who didn’t have my gift anyway 😉
Ok, so post by post you are quickly becoming one of my favorite bloggers! Thanks for this idea. I am a lover of a good conventional gift. I like gifts that I can actually use(probably because I am anit-hoarding and thus do not want extra stuff around the house). Thank you for listing all of the otc meds a baby may need. What a great idea for the next shower I attend. You are la tia with the best idea. 😉
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What a feel good comment! I too am a picky gift receiver…I know that’s tactlessly ungrateful, but I just don’t like junk!
Wow! What a helpful idea. It really does save lots of late night pharmacy runs. This is my first time on your blog and am wowed by content really!
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Well thanks to you I know what Im getting my friend for her baby shower!!! Woot Woot!!! Love this post
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Wonderful Toya! Have fun making it.
Baby pharmacies are so cool! That’s an awesome gift that I’d love to have if the good lord upstairs will bless me with a husband and a baby. OH HOW I CAN’T WAIT FOR THAT DAY TO COME. But somebody else is going to have to make them because RxFitnessLady will have way too many other resposibliities for her neice or nephew.
You know I will make time to make one for the kid! That day will come young one…patience my love!
I love this idea! It combines necessity with comfort and cute! I don’t have children yet either, but this would be a gift I would be grateful for from my family and friends. These pics are too precious!
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Yes me too, I just hope now I don’t get a ton of them, lol!
Yes ,girl! Gifts like this are ever so useful. When my kids were babies, I loved practical gifts. Whenever, someone would ask what I wanted, I would always request practical gifts. Great post! I enjoyed looking at your photos.
Thanks Trinity! I will be sure to put that on my registry…practical…I’ll probably get blessed out!
Great Idea always give what is definitely needed. I store my medicines on the 3rd shelf I can’t even reach it without a stool so I know the kids can’t get to it for now. When they get older I will have to change that up.
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You are a smart “Lil mama” 😉
What a great ideal!!! I laughed when I read the baby was blinking to much…lol, being a nurse of the lil ones I get it all the time. Working night is great in that aspect, I get to do my job! But, I understand and you are right Mommy’s do not play. Every time one of my clients cough mom wants to send them to the hospital. Those lil fellows are handsome!!
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Ha Margaret! So glad you could relate. I am always secretly amused by their concern and moved by their new found love!
The only thing I used is baby strength ibuprofen for both of my girls. Your kids are so gorgeous!
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Thanks for sharing that Liz!
What a fabulous idea! I love practical gifts like that!
Me too! Thanks for visiting!
What a great idea! I owe someone a gift and this is sooo what I am giving. They will love it!!!!!
I hope so Veronica! Glad the post was timely!
This makes so much more sense than a gift that would probably ending being returned or left in the back of the closet. I was definitely one of those new mothers that rang the Dr’s. office every time my little one got sick. I once took my son to the emergency room for a nose bleed!! Like you mentioned, you hope that the contents of the box wouldn’t be needed, but unfortunately it’s a reality. I know your friends and family appreciate the gifts so much more knowing that they are pharmacist approved!!!
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This is absolutely a great gift idea. I hate shopping for baby shower gifts and I hate doing the whole registry thing. I always want to do something different, but can’t get the right thing. I’m going to try this for my next shower. Someone in my family is always having a baby. 🙂
Love the pics of the cuties! Adorable.
xoxo
Carica
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Girl, were at that age! Yes baby pharmacies all over the place now, lol!
Joi, the RX baby gift is definitely a hit! I love that gift. Boys are needed in our family!!! That is no secret! For real though , a grand child would be a priceless gift to me regardless of the gender! Gmommy will be just fabulous !!!
I know you will my love! I can’t wait for the day!
That is a very thoughtful gift! Thank God that my little girl is rarely sick so I don’t usually make any midnight runs to the pharmacy. Double thank the Lord that my hubby works at the pharmacy and can make any recommendations and runs for me. Your gift is the BOMB though!
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Thanks Andrea! It is nice to have a hubs that you can send and knows what he’s looking for. I feel so sorry for the ones that come in and are getting blessed out over the cell phone from the Misses bc they are not listening/got the wrong thing, lol.
It’s not just mom’s who need this! Whenever I know my grandkids are coming over I check all the supplies (the one’s you listed) to make sure I have them, they have not expired, etc.
I store all my medications in a plastic container in the hall closet outside the bedrooms. Up as high as I can reach (I know that’s not very far but still higher than a 4 year old can reach). No medicines in the bathroom! Do I pass the test?
Your God Mommy monikers are cute….but not as cute as those boys!
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YOU PASS with flying colors! I agree with you about my monikers 🙂 The boys are heart warming.
What a great idea!! I would have never thought of that….it’s brilliant!!! Thanks for stopping by today!
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I’m so glad you like it. Thanks Nicole!
Joi
Joi, I have a two year old and as a Mom, this is truly a brilliant concept and idea. very thoughtful and i kind of want to do one for my daughter now that have relevant meds and so forth for her. thank you so much for sharing.
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You are so sweet! Have fun making it if you get all in to it like that. Thanks for your support!
This is by far the best baby gift idea I have ever seen! I am so using this for every new baby in our lives from now on. Thank you very much.
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Hi Miranda! What a nice compliment. I hope you enjoy putting together the gift when you get a chance. I will be over to visit you as well.
Joi
Oh my, what a GREAT idea! I love it! I will be tucking this away for my next baby shower. And your nephews are precious!! Thanks for sharing this idea!
~Heather
You are so sweet Heather. Thanks!
Joi
That’s what I LOVE about you girl…ALWAYS keeping us informed and giving us great ideas! Thank you! I’ve got a baby shower coming up and this is the PERFECT gift idea! 🙂 Thanks so much lady and thanks for linking up this week!! Have a wonderful week!!!
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Thank you for the LOVE Michell. Glad you liked the baby shower gift. I love your link up & look forward to it weekly!
Joi
This is such a great idea! I don’t have anything in the way of baby medicine (I do have a thermometer and a few other kings) so I will stock up. I may have to use this in the future for a shower gift 🙂
Ps your godson(s?) not sure if the other little guy is a newphew, are adorable!!
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Thx girl, it’s a little of everything…I love them all the same!
Wishing you well over the next few weeks and hopefully you won’t have to use any of the meds anytime soon, but if you do…you’ll be stocked 🙂
This is a great idea Joi! I would NEVER think to do this! I’m definitely going to have to do this next time!
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Thanks Britton, it seems to be a hit with Mommies.
What an awesome idea! You are a genius! I wish I’d thought of that way back when…not many baby showers happening in my circle of friends these days. But I will pass this idea on…it is brilliant!
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Michelle, you’re so flattering, lol! I love making these, so glad you like it. You are bound to have a shower or two pop up eventually and I hope you’ll give it a try!
I think this is a great idea. Running to the pharmacy in the middle of the night for a sick baby is no fun. Best to stock up! Stopping by from sits.
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I have mama’s just like that all too frequent! I should start promoting this post to my pregnant patients. Thank you for stopping Melissa!
Joi
Joi!
What a clever idea (and as a mom of two, very thoughtful!!). I’m gonna pin this for future use. I may be doing a baby shower idea round up soon, so I’ll be sure to include it with a link to your site! Thanks for sharing!
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This is an awesome idea. I’m going to gift a baby pharmacy at my next baby shower. The Mylicon drops alone will be a lifesaver for any new mom who faces a screaming, gas-filled babe in the middle of the night. Thanks Joi.
Happy SITS!
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Thanks Nicole! The mommies are always ranting about the Mylicon drops. Thx for visiting.
Joi
This is a really great idea (and great timing, as my friends are starting to have babies!). Thanks for sharing, and happy SITS day 🙂
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Yes, me too! I was overwhelmed with baby showers and not enjoying the shopping process. These are so fun to make & I think it’s a bonus when it comes from me but I think it’s a great gift for anyone to give. Thanks Bev for stopping by for my SITS day!
This is an AMAZING idea!!! Really, it is. Whoever thinks to give medicine for the baby shower? But you’re so right, it’s something that is definitely needed! I’m a Mommy Blogger and I will most definitely be sharing this idea with people the first chance I get to make one (which should be within a few month since I’ve got several friends who are pregnant)! SN: Those babies are so cute I can’t stand it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh, and Happy SITS Day!
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Awh, Thanks so much Kendra. I linked this post just for you all. I see so many mom bloggers on SITS so I figured, give them something they will use. Thanks so much for visiting Kendra!
Joi
That is a very good idea! As a mother of 3 small children, I know how very frustrating it is for your baby to get sick and not have the meds on hand that you need or not be able to find them. Knowing that you everything that you need in one place for your baby is a great comfort!
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Thanks Allison! I try to give practical gifts and I so hope they never get used but usually they do. Thx for visiting.
Joi
This is an AWESOME idea and something every new mom can use! Thanks for sharing a great idea!
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You’re most welcome Nicole. I hope you’ll make one. Thx for visiting.
Joi
Seriously. You are a freaking genius! This is the perfect shower gift. I so wish I had a box like this as a new mom. Even if I didn’t know what the stuff was for at first, it would have saved me so many trips later on. I am so starting a box for my sister who is pregnant and expecting in October! Love this!
Oh, and Happy SITS Day! 🙂
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Lol, I appreciate the compliment Jennifer. Thanks so much for stopping by and for sharing this post the other day! Please come back again 🙂
Joi
What an awesome idea! Why didn’t I think of that? I’m so doing this! As a pastor’s wife, I attend lots of baby showers. Thanks so much for sharing!
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I don’t know Alli, but you didn’t have to..that’s why we love blogging 🙂 Thank you so much for stopping by First Lady 😉
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Fabulous idea! I might have to use this one. Thanks for sharing.
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You’re Welcome Robin. Thanks for showing love on my SITS day.
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Thanks so much for this wonderful post! I’m really glad I found you here, you write amazing and are a great resource with great advice!
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Thanks Karma, I’ll be sure to check out your blog. I appreciate your visit!
Joi
A really great idea for new moms and even grandmothers which I just became. Thanks for the post. Enjoy your SITS Day.
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Congratulations on your new grand Sheila! Thank you for visiting.
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Haha, this is too perfect! This sounds like something my husband would buy even, minus the stickers to decorate, lol (he’s in pharmacy school right now). Stopping by on your Sits Day! 🙂
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Good luck to the hubs with his studies and people will think this is too cute coming from him 🙂 Thanks for visiting Stephanie. As if it would ever happen, tell your husband to check out some of my pharmacy posts, lol.
Joi
Good tips on what to include. We like using those lock boxes as an extra precaution for little fingers. Stopping by from SITS. Have a great weekend!
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I am so glad I came across this post because I have a friend who’s getting ready to,bring her baby boy,Aiden into the world in two months. I love DIY projects and babies and this mixes them both. I’m Jennice visiting from SITS!!!
Hi Jennice! Thank you for visiting and I hope you’ll consider making one…they are so fun to make and they still the show at ALL baby showers, I promise 😉
Joi
BEST! IDEA! EVER! Next baby shower I attend, it’s on. Thanks so much.
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LOL, go for it Taynia! I’m thrilled you like it and Thanks for visiting.
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I did a similar gift with baby lotions and toiletries for friend with twins for their 1st birthday. She was appreciative to have those (which save her money) rather than toys that clutter up the house! Happy SITS Day!
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Well Kelly, Thanks for sharing. I have been trying to figure out a consistent first bday gift as well. I may adopt that. Thanks for visiting.
Joi
Great idea Joi, too funny about the woman calling the pharmacist about the baby blinking too much.
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Hi there!! Stopping over from the DWP blog party! This is a very cute and useful idea for a baby shower. I am always at a loss or what to give people at baby showers. I always want them to have things that they can use….but one can only give so many diapers lol. I don’t have any children of my own so I want to make one of these for my self!!! I am definitely pinning this post to my Pinterest baby board!
Awh, thanks so much for the pin Kathryn. You will probably not be a repeater gift with this one, unless of course they are readers of PFL 🙂 Thanks so much for partying with me through DWP!
Joi
OMG! Bestest gift idea ever! My daughter just had ny newest grand daughter and Imma make one for her. Thanks!
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Awesome Margaret and congratulations to you on the new grand! Thanks for visiting.
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Hi it’s a pleasure to be here from the DWP Blog party to show my love and support to you and your blog for even g=bigger success. This is a very informative post. So much great ideas. My children are all grown into young ladies but I have been blessed with 2 grand babies 1boy/1girl both 7 months. The most frequent things that I’ve seen purchased for them thus far are desitin ointment, anbesol gel, and baby Panadol. I’ve seen them give a lot of stuff to others for there baby shower like clothing, diapers etc. This is worth sharing with them for the ideas.
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Sweet! You are 1 of only a few who answered that question. Thanks for the feedback Yvonne and for the visit. You are truly blessed with the offspring 🙂
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Great idea! I wish someone had thought of it for me TWICE! 😉 Thanks for visiting my blog!
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I love all the great ideas as well.
My son is almost 7 so I really don’t remember all the baby items that he had when he was younger. I remember Destin among a few other things. I have a cabinet in my kitchen where I keep all the medicine, etc.
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Thanks for sharing that Candace. I hope that cabinet is not close to the stove my friend. Thanks for visiting for the party! I hope you’ll come back soon.
Joi
This is so on time!!! My younger cousin is having twins this summer. We come from a huge family so hand-me-downs galore have helped with clothing, cribs, etc. Thanks for the idea!!! Also, thank you so much for your participation in the Divas With A Purpose Bloggers Partyt – you are such an inspiration and motivation! I truly appreciate your support!!! Have a fantastic weekend 🙂
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TWINS! That’s amazing! You get to make two boxes I guess, lol! Thank you for your kind words. I feel the same way about you and your awesome blog!
This was such a GREAT idea! We had something similar when our kids were born, and it was so helpful. These days, I keep everything stocked up and double check expiration dates frequently.
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Good for you on checking those expiration dates! Several people call me after the fact talking about they gave their child or themselves something outdated.