I thought of putting together a care package for work, now I am being all selfish here. I was not thinking of anyone in particular because at the time of plotting this idea I was stuck at my own desk and realised I needed a care package for work and since no one is in a hurry to make me one, I am doing it myself.
Why wait for someone to do something you can do yourself if not better, this is my motto for this post. #teamselflove #idoitbetteranyway
What to include in a care package for work (for you)
- Tea – though we buy lots of tea at work, I have certain teas at home that I like. So instead of drinking work tea I can bring in my own.
- Healthy snacks – if you came to my house or saw my desk you would send me for a quick diabetic check as I have too many unhealthy snacks but recently I took some healthy protein bars to work, difficulty is choosing them over chocolate.
- Tissues – I seem to be using a lot of tea these day especially with the change in weather and my sneezing (I still refuse to think I have allergies). People at work are noticing how fast boxes of tissues are disappearing so I need to bring my own.
- Pain killers – those who know me know my PMS is no joke, I literally crawl the walls when it’s that time but I have recently been introduced to some hydrocodeine based pain killers and hallelujah the pain is almost manageable now so makes sense to stock up and keep in all places. I don’t use NSAIDs that much when I have headaches or other aches as I prefer to walk it off or drink some water.
- Vitamins – I am one of those people who are good at forgetting to take my vitamins (just make them chocolate and I won’t forget) so bringing them with me and having sticky notes around my desk to remind me will help loads.
I am not going to be totally be selling fish today because I am also putting together a care package for work for my sister whose just started a new job. So far I have the following but stuck on what else to include for artistic people like her:
- Notebooks – her role has some administrative task so what better way to capture all the need to know of the job than on a cute notebook
- Stationery – obviously companies provide these already but it doesn’t hate to add a few personalised ones to the list
- Desk organiser – though I only have a stationery organiser I think a desk organiser just makes the desk look cute and smart especially for companies where its hot desks only or clear desk policy.
The idea of care packages is something I have always loved but been too lazy to put one together and even when I do they do not come out as cute as other people’s (I am not comparing just stating the obvious) care packages. Help me think of things to include in my sister’s care package for work.
Do you like putting together care pages or receiving them?
What do you think I should add to my sister’s one?
Evelina says
This is a fabulous idea! It’s always good to be prepared for everything.
Miranda says
I know right, thanks
nicol says
this is a lovely idea! i need to bring some tissues in myself. damn hay fever making an appearance!
Miranda says
Thanks, I have had to bring in a few myself
Charlotte Braithwaite says
Love, Love, Love this idea.
I need this in my life 😀 and you’ve just reminded me to buy some more vitamins. Ive tried those ones from Aldi but prefer Boroca for a proper energy kick – HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
Great post hun & gorgeous blog
Charlotte x
Miranda says
Thanks Charlotte I need to grab some from Boroca too then
Tanya Brannan says
What an absolutely amazing idea! There is nothing worse than feeling rough or peckish and not having anything to hand!
Miranda says
Tell me about it
Louise Joy says
This is really sweet, I treated myself to loads of stuff like this when I started my job which also doubled up as my first desk/office job and first job related to my degree. I’d suggest maybe a fake plant to brighten up the desk x
Miranda says
We have plenty of those around but I have an orchid
Life as Mum says
This is such a great idea! Perfect for all workers
Miranda says
Thanks
Astrid says
It’s not selfish at all to make yourself a care package. That’s practising good self-care and that’s good for your productivity too. I don’t have a job but I’ll make myself a care package too for when I get steady day activities out of the house.
Miranda says
Thank you so much Astrid, I appreciate that
Renna says
This is a great idea, I would add a little stress ball to squeeze too.
Miranda says
Ah yes that would be handy
Sally Akins says
Fantastic idea! I would include a really lovely handcream, one that smells as good as it feels
Miranda says
Absolutely, I need to do that as I wash my hands too often
Miss Kitty Kaos says
I love that you made one for yourself! Whenever I work in an office I always have to have a draw full of my own supplies like pens and decent coffee!
Miranda says
Thanks, it’s always nice to have your own things in the mix
Rachel says
This is so lovely. On my desk there are about 4 handcreams, 2 face mists and some deodorant and then I have a makeup bag in my drawer and ibuprofen plus a packet of tissues and some facewipes ha x
Miranda says
Girl you’re are prepared big time I like
Hannah says
Love this idea, definitely going to do this for myself!!
Miranda says
Thanks Hannah
Cliona says
Love this idea! It would make a great present too, if someone was starting a new job. I have brought my own tea and tea tin into work and I always have painkillers:) I also made my own desk organiser so that it would feel more like my own space.
Miranda says
I need my own tea tin too, thanks for the tip
Laura H says
This is a great idea! My boyfriend starts work in a few months and I imagine settling in will be hard so I’ll put together one of these for him 🙂
Miranda says
Aww bless, good luck to him
Mary Charie - A Mary Road says
This is a perfect list! I never had time to make breakfast so this is really good! Thanks for sharing!
Miranda says
You welcome
Liz Mays says
These are some really good picks so far. A small bottle of hand sanitizer might be a good idea.
Miranda says
Ah yes, thanks
Melanie Edjourian says
What a lovely idea, you have a good list of products there. I’d add my specialist coffee.
Miranda says
Thanks Melanie
Emma Haverty says
What a great idea, I try to keep some nice basics at my desk like moisturiser and hand cream but I often end up forgetting about them until I do a big desk tidy up. For your sister I’d add a desk calendar – one of the ones where you pull off a new sheet each day – I love those!
Miranda says
Thanks so that suggestion Emma, I like the idea of pulling off desk calendars
Sarah Bailey says
This is such a great idea – I totally admit I could do with one of these for myself, tea would be a must with perhaps a chocolate bar. x
Miranda says
Thanks, the proteins I have have some chocolate
Jack (fiveyeartarget) says
I think this is a great idea, especially with (dare I say) Christmas fast approaching! Looking forward to putting a few work care packages together! 🙂
Miranda says
Thanks and yes it’s fast approaching
hanna says
I Love all the stuff you added in it.
Miranda says
Thanks
Sarahjane says
This is a great idea! My work has welcome packages which is just a water bottle, pen, a pin and a memory stick. Would much prefer snacks and tissues.
Miranda says
That’s it? Well they need an upgrade lol
Rhian Westbury says
Such a good idea to do a care package for work. I am pretty good and don’t have a lot of junk on my desk and I rarely take in snacks. x
Miranda says
That’s awesome I am getting worse by the day
StressedMum says
I think this is a great idea, I have never heard of these before, you have to add nice stationery as well x
Miranda says
I will do and thanks
Sarah says
That is a lovely idea. I take my own tea everywhere because I just like certain teas that I know most places don’t have – so I can definitely relate to that. Something else I would put in a care package is a small clock for the table..I get so caught up doing things I forget the time is shown at the bottom right of my screen!
Miranda says
That’s true I forget too when busy so this would be handy for her too
Jude Dunn says
I used to have a little emergency pack like this when I worked, I worked long hours and shifts so snacks, earl grey tea and energy drinks were in constant supply, I never thought of it as a care pack though and I would’ve loved someone to do that for me. If your sister is in a busy office how about some personalised cutlery for eating at work and a small supply of toiletries.
Miranda says
That’s a great idea thanks Jude
Sarah Ella (Mumx3x) says
This is such a great idea! I love it. Especially for someone starting a new job 🙂 Your sister is going to be made up with her work care package. Also, I love stationary! How about a desk calendar? You could make a personalised one 🙂 xx
Miranda says
I love that idea, personalised desk calendar is a greys idea and thanks
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
Tea and snacks are essential for getting through a work day I think. I like to snack on seeds and nuts.
Miranda says
I agree, thanks
Laura @ dearbearandbeany says
Maybe a photo frame for her to pop on her desk? I’m sure your sister will love it x
Miranda says
That’s a great idea, thanks.