The gift basket is the best idea. Maybe some magazines, good lotion, gift cards for gas, maybe fast food. I know I would probably never ask for help, so the idea of just showing up with food is fantastic! As far as the baby, with all the deals we learn about with diapers and wipes, you could leave a bag of diapers and wipes on the porch. Taking the kids even for a few hours would help a ton I'm sure. That's very sweet of yall to want to help out!!