Thanks for the thoughtful responses, guys! I'm actually already working on a "here's what you missed" newsletter, so excellent call on that
As far as the welcome back gifts...I decided I'd do the pillows, but NONE of the craft stores near me (Michael's, etc.) carried the pillows/pillowcases I needed in the right quantities, and ordering them from anywhere online (Amazon, Ebay, Walmart, Target, etc.) would either take too long or cost far too much money.
I've come up with a few other ideas, but I would love some feedback on them, if y'all don't mind!
Idea #1: Buy a teddy bear for each girl, and an infant t-shirt for the bear to wear that can be decorated in much the same way (though on a smaller scale) as the pillows would have been. The only issue is this could get pretty expensive too.
Idea #2: Compile a small welcome back gift basket. I'm at a bit of a loss for things to include, however. I figured crafting picture frames would be cute, as well as maybe a small stuffed animal, but this is where I would really love the input of you wonderful ladies!
Let me know what you all think
Thanks a ton!