Hey there! If you’ve landed on this gift guide, you probably either have POTS or know someone with POTS and need gift ideas for this holiday season. Whatever the case may be, you’ve come to the right place! In the following gift guide, I’ve included some of my best gift ideas for people with POTS. No matter your budget, you’re sure to find something the POTSie in your life will love and appreciate.
I’ve rated each idea in this POTS gift guide based on budget. So, if you’re looking to spend no more than $25, look for the “$” rating. Gifts that cost between $26-$50 received a “$$” rating. Finally, if your budget is more than $50, check out the items with a “$$$” label.
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Journal and Gel Pens
Price: $
Up first in this POTS gift guide: A journal! This is a great gift idea for people with POTS or other chronic illnesses. They can use it for multiple purposes, whether that’s tracking their daily symptoms, practicing gratitude, or using it as a space to express their thoughts and feelings. This journal comes in many color options, such as green, blue, black, and dark brown. Make it a cute gift set by adding on some gel pens, too!
Shop Lined Leather Journal here.
Shop Gel Pens here.
Portable Neck Cooling Fan
Price: $$
Why is a portable neck fan a good gift for someone with POTS? Because being overheated triggers POTS symptoms for many, myself included. That’s why I bought one of these neck fans to use when I’m gardening in the summer. I even took it to my sister’s early fall wedding in North Carolina to help stay cool outdoors. This fan offers three speed options, is rechargeable, and can be worn in the car, outside, in places without air conditioning — anywhere hot!
Shop FRSara Portable Neck Cooling Fan here.
Vim&Vigr Compression Socks
Price: $$
Give the gift of stylish compression socks to the POTSie in your life. These are hands-down my favorite compression socks for POTS symptom management, and as you can see in the photo above, I own several pairs. I truly feel such a positive difference when I wear these. For me, they help with foot pain and fatigue, and other postural symptoms, such as dizziness and increased heart rate upon standing. In my days running with POTS, I often wore them during runs.
Shop Vim&Vigr Compression Socks here.
HydroJug Insulated Water Bottles
Price: $$
Give the POTSie in your life the gift of hydration to help them manage their condition — because people with POTS need to drink a ton of water each day. I have two of these bottles (pictured above). The 40 oz. traveler bottle (cream one with a handle) is great for running errands or for when I’m out of the house for long periods. I bought the sport bottle (pink) in a smaller 32 oz. size for exercising because it fits into my bike’s water bottle holder. I love both because they keep my drinks cold for hours, and I don’t have to refill them as often as smaller bottles.
Shop HydroJug 40 oz. Traveler Bottle here.
Shop Hydrojug 32 oz. Sport Bottle here.
Liquid IV Variety Pack
Price: $$
I say it every year, but electrolytes really do make for a great stocking stuffer or gift in general for people with POTS. And every year, I either ask for it on my wish list or stock up on it during all the holiday sales. Many people with POTS drink electrolyes nearly every day (myself included), so it really is a gift that is much needed and appreciated. This flavor variety pack is especially a great gift option for people with POTS. Who doesn’t love mixing up flavors so you don’t get bored with the same one every day?
Shop Liquid IV Variety Pack here.
POTS Survival Medicine Bag
Price: $
Instead of keeping medications lined up on a countertop or in a medicine cabinet, people with POTS can store them in a cute medicine bag. They can also use it as a travel bag, ensuring they always have their medication in one place when they’re away from home. The bag says “POTS Survival Kit” in blue font and features a matching blue rainbow design.
Shop POTS Survival Medicine Bag here.
CompressionZ High-Waisted Compression Leggings for Women
Price: $$
I decided to try these compression leggings after wanting a more affordable alternative to Lululemon. When wearing these leggings, I can definitely feel the compression in my legs and hips. My usual size is small, and that’s what I ordered. The waistband does feel a little snug and tight at first, but it gets more comfortable the more you wear them, so just a heads up! These compression leggings are also soft and thick enough to pass the squat test. They’re a great alternative to Lululemon leggings and make for a great gift for people with POTS.
Shop CompressionZ High-Waisted Leggings here.
Smart Watch
Price: $$$
I’m going to suggest two options for this gift idea for people with POTS. I’ve used both FitBit and Garmin watches now, and while I really like them both, I think they better suit different purposes.
While both brands sell watches that are useful for exercise, I think the Garmin watch is better suited for exercise enthusiasts and people who exercise regularly. The Garmin watch displays more metrics on the watch face during exercise, and it allows you to create and upload your workouts with customized heart rate zones onto the watch. It even buzzes when your heart rate shifts into different exercise zones, which is a really important feature for people with POTS who exercise.
But if the POTSie in your life only wants to monitor their heart rate and they don’t care about snazzy exercise features and detailed data reports, then a FitBit may be a better option. FitBit watches also track metrics like steps, calories burned, sleep quality, and depending on the model, your heart rhythm. But a lot of the additional features, like heart rate variability and exercise readiness scores require a FitBit Premium subscription to access, so keep that in mind when choosing a model to gift someone!
Shop Garmin Vivoactive Smartwatch here. (This is a newer model of the version I have!)
Shop FitBit Sense Smartwatch here.
Cozy Sweatpants and Hoodie Lounge Wear
Price: $$ to $$$
There’s nothing like being cozy, especially during a POTS flare or bad symptom day. Trendy Queen makes matching sweatpants and hoodies that I bought in gray. I love to wear them together when I just want to be warm and comfortable. The insides are lined with a soft fleece, and they’re nice and thick, so they’re perfect for winter. They’ve held up well after many washes, too!
Shop Trendy Queen Sweatpants here.
Shop Trendy Queen Hoodie here.
Instant Pot Vortex 6-in-1 Air Fryer
Price: $$$
My husband and I got an air fryer as a gift at my bridal shower this past year, and we have fallen in love with it. Not only does it make foods healthier by using less oil but it also makes cooking really easy. I love it when my husband makes eggplant and zucchini fries with it. Plus, the tray and basket are dishwasher-safe, so cleaning up is a piece of cake. Cooking (and cleaning up) can be difficult when living with chronic illness, so any gift that can simplify the process is a great idea.
Shop Instant Pot Vortex Air Fryer here.
Glass Mug Set and Herbal Tea
Price: $
I got something similar as a gift last year, and I loved it! Because of POTS, I don’t drink a lot of caffeine, so I have a variety of herbal teas in my pantry to get my warm drink fix throughout the day. These two embossed vintage glass mugs come with gold spoons and pair perfectly with herbal teas to make a thoughtful gift for someone with POTS.
Shop Vintage Coffee Mugs Set of 2 here.
Shop Celestial Seasonings Herbal Tea Sampler here.
Permission to Rest Book
Price: $
I recently read this book because the concept of “resting without guilt” has been a difficult one to grasp as someone with chronic illness. This book was life-changing for me because it taught me that not only is resting okay but it’s also essential for humans to function — and rest can come in many different forms, not just napping. I’d recommend this book to anyone who struggles with the concept of rest and making time for it in our busy lives, but I’d recommend it even more for POTSies and chronic illness warriors. It’s an inexpensive and valuable gift option!
Shop for Permission to Rest by Ashley Neese here.
Soundcore Noise-Cancelling Headphones
Price: $$$
Loud sounds and too much noise can be triggering stimuli for some people with POTS, which remember, is a syndrome that affects the nervous system. That’s why noise-cancelling headphones are another great POTS gift option. They can be worn in crowds, airports, sports stadiums, or any other noisy environment to mute overstimulating sounds. But beware: These work really well! When I wear them at home to work and focus, I often don’t hear my husband walk into my office and he (accidentally) scares me.
Shop Soundcore Noise-Cancelling Headphones here.
Wrist and Ankle Weights
Price: $
These one-pound wrist and ankle weights are actually on my own wish list this year. I’ve been doing more walking and pilates and floor strengthening workouts to still stay active with POTS while doing fertility treatments. These weights can up my workout game for improving my muscular endurance and strength. And strengthening the leg muscles is key for POTS patients as these muscles act as pumps to push blood back up to the heart. If you know a POTSie who is getting back into exercise, this could be a thoughtful gift to give.
Shop Wrist and Ankle Weights here.
Fuzzy Socks and Face Masks
Price: $-$$
Some of the best gifts for people living with chronic illness are those that encourage self-care. And that’s what this gift option is all about. Before I started my first round of IVF a few months ago, my husband bought me this very same gift combo. I was so appreciative of it! He also got me a few of my favorite snacks to round it out, and it was such a hit with me that I had to share this gift idea with you all. I say, when all else fails, gifting items for self-care is always welcome to those in the chronic illness community.
Shop the best and warmest Fuzzy Socks here.
Shop Face Mask Variety Set of 12 here.
Hopefully, this POTS gift guide has sparked some ideas for what to buy the POTSie in your life or what to add to your own wish list. Happy shopping and happy holidays!
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XO,
Laurie
Loved this article!! I just found your blog the other day and am loving it! I have POTS myself, and these are great suggestions for gifts or simply to treat yourself. Thanks so much for sharing!
Hi, Shauna! Thank you so much for reading! 🙂
I just want to buy it all for myself… lol!
Me too, Shelley! Lol. Thanks for reading! 🙂
You checked almost all my boxes! The only thing I would add is NormaLyte! It was made for potsies and doesn’t have any artificial sweeteners! Perfect for my MCAS. They have free samples too! https://normalyte.com/collections/free-samples-program/products/free-sample-program?ref=634
I’m so so glad I’ve found your blog. It’s been so much trying to find much and while all this stuff is cute the other articles are so helpful. Thank you! Are you on tiktok? Or insta?