Gift Guide 2025

Every year, I’m asked the same question: “What should I get for someone who cares deeply about their health… and already has everything?” Midlife women, especially the ones juggling hormones, careers, caregiving, and their own wellbeing, don’t need more clutter. They need things that genuinely support the way they want to feel—stronger, clearer, steadier, more connected to themselves.

This guide pulls together the books that actually shift perspective, a few workout tools that make daily health choices easier, and creative options to provide relaxation without screens. Think of it as a curated shortcut of items I trust, use, or consistently recommend in practice because they make meaningful change possible. If you’re choosing for yourself or someone you love, these gifts nudge health in the right direction and spark the kind of momentum that lasts long after the holidays.

Memorable Books:

So many great thought leaders published books recently. These are a few I read or have on my list.

Peter Attia explains his theory for nutritional interventions, techniques for optimizing exercise and sleep, and tools for addressing emotional and mental health.

A board-certified endocrinologist shares her must-have guide to using GLP-1 medications to reverse obesity and establish strategies for maximizing your results.

Take charge of your health with this invaluable guide to everything a woman needs to know about menopause during her hormonal transition and beyond.

With humor and candor, this book will teach you how changing your mindset and hard science can help you feel more comfortable in your own skin.

Workout and wearables support:

RingConn is a more affordable, subscription-free alternative to an Aura ring.

Adding weight to your walks with a weight vest can help improve muscle strength and endurance.

Turn your walk into a full-body workout by adding walking poles.

This self-cleaning and insulated stainless steel water bottle uses UV to purify your water.

Creative passtimes:

Create your own stunning textile artwork, using the beautiful fabrics and thread included in your Waddle & Loop kit.

The workbooks from Emily Lex Studio provide just the right amount of instructions and relaxing fun to encourage you to pick up a paintbrush.

Learning to embroider offers numerous benefits, including stress relief, improved creativity, and enhanced fine motor skills.

Discover the joy of crochet with this all-in-one crochet kit that’s perfect for beginners. A fun and whimsical craft that offers a sense of accomplishment and is an easy way to relax.

And for Community and laughter:

• Museum memberships to institutions like Newfields, Children’s museum or The Indianapolis Zoo

• Tickets to a concert or amusement park at the Palladium, Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park, or King’s Island

• New board games: Pro-tipCheck, out what is available at your local library so you always have a new game to explore

Some gifts never go out of style. Check out the gift guides from 2024.

(This blog post is not sponsored by any manufacturer. However, at no cost to you, Relish Health may receive a commission on purchases made through an Amazon link.)