Cailey Lindberg, Annie O'Sullivan |
After an overnight work shift, they rarely have the energy to cook dinner. Fresh N Lean, rated by Good Housekeeping experts the best prepared meal delivery service, offers over 100 meal options catering to different dietary needs and preferences. Not to mention, all meals are ready to eat in 5 to 7 minutes in the oven or 3 minutes in the microwave. Did we mention they can add on savory and sweet snacks?
A popular choice among doctors, nurses and any other medical professional who spends a lot of time on their feet, Allbirds are known for being comfortable. During a Good Housekeeping study, 91% of testers gave the shoes a perfect rating for comfort. These slip-ons are available in a ton of colors as well as men and women sizes.
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Help doctors keep track of basic activity tracking, like steps, distance and calories burned — on and off the clock. There’s tons of fitness trackers on the market, but Good Housekeeping experts rated this budget-friendly pick the best value option for women. Testers appreciated the slim design, functionality and easy setup.
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Chances are they’ll have a dedicated spot to hang their white coat. Make it extra special with this personalized wooden hanger. Amazon reviewers are impressed with the quality and one shared that the personalized metal feature is “neat and beautifully done.”
Help them stay better organized with a handy stethoscope case that can also store penlights, medical scissors, stethoscope charms and other accessories. A special mesh pocket and elastic strap help keep supplies secure in the hard EVA-made, waterproof case. They can use the hand strap to carry it or clip it onto a purse or backpack thanks to the detachable carabiner.
Even if they aren’t someone who could use some help determining which stethoscope is theirs — hey, with so many different ones in an area we understand how it can happen — they’ll love adding this small touch of personalization to their everyday medical gear. “It is beautiful and the quality is amazing,” one Amazon reviewer commented.
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A sweet-smelling candle can help create a relaxing atmosphere at home, and this hand-poured soy pick with a 40-hour burn time helps kick off “unwinding time.” Plus, it’s scented enough without being too strong for sensitive noses.
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With lots of long hours standing over patients or a surgical table, a pair of slippers to put on once you close that front door is a must to ease some of the aches and pains they might be feeling after a long day on their feet. These unisex foam pillow slippers have a 1.7-inch thick sole that provides steady support, a lightweight compression-resistant sole that the brand says provides stability and shock absorption and it’s made of a special EVA material that helps relieve foot pain. They are an Amazon best-seller, come in a variety of colors and have over 31,000 five-star ratings.
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The Sockwell brand specifically says these compression socks are “ideal” for those who work in professions with prolonged standing like healthcare and nursing. These knee-highs come in a wide range of colors and sizes to suit just about everyone and the brand claims they help “minimize swelling, reduce fatigue, energize legs and feet ” and can even relieve minor to moderate varicose veins.
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Constant hand washing probably leaves their hands super dry. Amazon reviewers call this hydrating hand cream a “magic potion,” noting they get relief from pain and enjoy super-soft hands.
We’re sure they are exhausted, but that doesn’t mean they’re falling asleep easily. Give them some help with this top-rated sound machine that includes white, blue, pink and brown noise options, as well as soothing nature sounds.
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Plants or flowers are always a simple way to brighten someone’s day. A Philodendron is particularly great because it’s an easy-to-care-for houseplant, and only needs to be watered every 1–2 weeks.
They need to have their phones with them at all times. With 72,000+ five-star Amazon reviews, these pocket-sized chargers each have two USB output ports and two MicroUSB ports to charge all types of devices, simultaneously if you want to. The packs can fully charge themselves within five hours and are iPhone, Galaxy and Android friendly.
Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today’s shopping network, Reviewed.com.
As a member of the Special Projects Team, Annie works with the GH Tested program writing up product reviews and roundups and helps plan and run annual expos and events like the GH Parenting Summit, Xmas in July Expo, Cleaning Summit, Winter Essentials Expo, and more. When she’s not working, she can be found running, listening to true crime podcasts, designing graphic collages, or sipping on a margarita.
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