Carrying and delivering a baby is hard work, and many new fathers are showing appreciation to the women in their lives by presenting them with post-birth gifts. Push presents may be extravagant, such as a new car or expensive jewelry, or they may be as simple as a handmade card or box of chocolate.

While some women have no expectation of a gift from their husbands, others may be upset by the lack of one, so the best way for men to proceed is to get something, even if it is a small token. Practical families can benefit from gifts such as a weekend getaway or favorite DVD, which are beneficial to the entire household.