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Gifts for the Person in Your Life Who Loves to Rot in Bed

holiday gifts for the friend who loves to rot in bed
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October 15, 2024

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If you know someone whose happy place is their bed, then they likely love to have a rotting day. But while staying in bed all day may seem easy, it requires a surprising amount of preparation. Do they have everything they need to stay cozy — blankets, pillows, and pajamas? Have the vibes been set with soothing lights and scents? We’ve thought of everything they could possibly need to enjoy some well-deserved bed time, and you’ll be their hero for speaking their language (Zzz’s). Stay rotting.

Want more holiday gifting ideas? Check out our full list of gift guides for everyone on your list.

Diffuser
Amazon

A diffuser that’ll look chic on their nightstand…

This diffuser has a handmade ceramic cover that gives it a sculptural look they’ll love. It’s quiet, has four settings, and will shut off on its own if they’re using it while sleeping. It’ll set the soothing vibes before they even get under the covers. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

$38.99, Amazon
organic pillow
Avocado

An adjustable, breathable pillow with Mother Earth’s approval…

Whether you’ve got heavy snoozers or hot sleepers on your list, these customizable pillows will ensure everyone gets a good night’s rest every night. You can choose between rectangular or economically curved shapes (we see you, side sleepers). But no matter which you get, it’ll come with extra fill so your giftee can adjust its firmness to their liking. Nighty night. ($109+, Avocado)*

$109+, Avocado
sunrise alarm clock
Hatch

A sunrise alarm clock if they really struggle in the morning...

Sleep sounds will help them fall asleep, but the real prize is the sunrise alarm clock that'll gently wake them. The clock itself is dimmable, so if they hate seeing the time when they wake in the middle of the night, this simple feature is a major plus. The goal is to be as phone-free as possible, so gift this to someone who scrolls way too much before bed. ($139.99, Hatch)

$139.99, Hatch
Chunky blankets
Amazon

A chunky blanket that’s actually durable…

No rotting day is complete without the perfect blanket to wrap up in, but that blanket needs to withstand some heavy use. This one is double-layered with thick yarn that will stay intact no matter how much they snuggle up. It’s also breathable so they can use it in any season. ($89.99, Target)

$89.99, Target
snack container
Amazon

A multicompartment tray for movie snacks…

With this serving tray, they can prepare movie snacks ahead of time for a spread the Gilmore girls would be proud of. It has separate containers so their fruit won’t be touching their gummy bears (balance, right?) and comes with a lid that has a handle for carrying to the couch. It’s great for a picnic, too, when they do feel like leaving the house. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

$12.99, Amazon
Caddy
Amazon

A bedside caddy to keep everything within reach…

They can hook this on the side of their bed or the couch to keep the remote, their phone, chapstick, a book, their water bottle, and anything else they might need handy. It has hooks and adjustable straps to reinforce it and keep it from sagging, and it’s also great for college dorm rooms or kids’ rooms. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

$13.96, Amazon
body pillow
Sunday Citizen

A body pillow that looks decorative…

This extra-long, extra-snug pillow is pretty enough to keep on their bed all the time. It has a microfiber cover and is filled with memory foam that’s meant to be squeezed. The soft fabric only gets softer with wear, and it comes in several lovely earth tones. ($120, Sunday Citizen)

$120, Sunday Citizen
e-reader
Amazon

A Kindle Paperwhite for all the books they can possibly read…

One thing about a rot day is that it doesn’t always have to include TV. If they’re a bookworm who’s planning to read in bed all day, they’ll need a Kindle so they can download every single book on their list. It has an auto-adjusting display that won’t have a glare and will read like an actual page. Plus, the charge lasts up to 10 weeks, so it’s great for traveling. ($149.99, Amazon)

$149.99, Amazon
tablet holder
Amazon

A tablet holder to keep them hands-free…

If they’re an iPad kid, this tablet holder that clamps on a headboard or the edge of a counter is perfect. Their arms won’t get sore from holding up their tablet, and the neck is bendable so they can get just the right angle. It can even be used to hold up their phone with a recipe when they’ve had their fill of getting takeout. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

$24.98+, Amazon
Book light
Amazon

A book light so they can stay up late reading…

This has six brightness levels and three color temperatures — yellow, warm white, and cool white — so they can get the light just right to read the book they can’t put down. It goes around their neck without being uncomfortable, and will keep their hands free to turn the pages. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

$19.99, Amazon
Reading pillow
Target

A memory foam reading pillow…

When one Skimm editor got her tonsils out a few years ago, an armrest pillow like this one made all the bed rest as comfy as possible. It’s great for reading and streaming in bed for long periods of time, and will keep the stress off their neck and shoulders. It comes in three sizes and several different colors. ($38.99+, Target)

$38.99+, Target
Candle lamp
Amazon

A candle warmer that doubles as a lamp…

If they have pets or kids, this is a safer way to enjoy the relaxing scent of their favorite candle. The lamp heats the wax, so fragrance is released without any flame. It has three timing settings and will keep them from blowing through all their expensive candles too quickly. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

$33.99, Amazon
alarm clock
Loftie

An alarm clock they won’t want to slam into the wall…

If they value their sleep above all else, chances are they’d appreciate a more gentle wake-up call than using their phone. This has a two-phase alarm that will gently lift them out of sleep, and is also a sound machine, speaker, and meditation aid. We’ve used it ourselves and can’t recommend it enough. ($149.99, Loftie)

$149.99, Loftie
stuffed bear
Bearaby

Their new TV-watching buddy…

When it’s time for a movie, this weighted stuffed animal is the perfect cuddling companion. It’s made of thick cotton, with clay inside to give it its weight. There are several animals to choose from, and each comes with its own backstory (e.g. Benji Bear loves tap dancing). One of our editors says her cow is cult status for her now — she can’t live without it, and has given one to her best friend with much success. ($99, Bearaby)

$99, Bearaby
Robe
Brooklinen

A plush robe that makes getting out of the shower easier…

If they have to get out of bed to shower, they’ll at least want something cozy to wrap up in after. True to its name, this robe is super-plush, luxurious, and will make lying on their bed post-shower the best part of their day. ($99, Brooklinen)

$99, Brooklinen
coloring book
Amazon

A coloring book to bring out their inner child…

This book features designs with swear words, so they’ll feel like an adult even when they’re doing (what’s typically thought of as) a children’s activity. Coloring is great for spending time off their phone, or when they’re starting to feel brain rot from all the shows they’ve watched. The one-sided prints will ensure the colors don’t bleed through as they work on their masterpiece.({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

$9.69, Amazon
flannel pajamas
L.L. Bean

A pair of flannel pajamas to keep them warm…

These will have them feeling like Goldilocks…not too hot and not too cold. They’re made of soft flannel that only gets cozier with each wear, and the classic tartan patterns are festive for the holidays. ($64.99+, L.L.Bean)

$64.99+, L.L.Bean

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