To come up with these recommendations, we thoroughly researched gift ideas for new moms and rounded up the best options. We also spoke to Karen Reardanz of Babylist for expert tips on how to shop for new moms. “It’s always nice to get something for a new mom that is for them, not the baby, no matter the season,” says Reardanz. And it makes sense, because new parents probably have enough onesies, burp cloths, and bottles from their baby shower to last them a long time. But something like a monthly subscription for audiobooks will help her maintain her pre-parenthood interests, even if she doesn’t have time to sit down with a physical book for a few hours. Consider giving new moms presents that promote rest, relaxation, and self-care, like a cozy robe, face mask, or eye gels. “You can’t go wrong with more elevated items that will keep her comfortable or have her feeling pampered while caring for her young baby,” Reardanz says. Another foolproof idea is a personalized gift—like a framed print or photo book—so she can cherish those first memories of motherhood for years to come. Get inspired and shop some of our favorite gift ideas for new moms below. Price at time of publish: $240 Price at time of publish: $39 Price at time of publish: $230 Price at time of publish: $75 Price at time of publish: $59 Price at time of publish: $30 Price at time of publish: From $70 Price at time of publish: $379 Price at time of publish: $50 Price at time of publish: $40 Price at time of publish: From $179 Price at time of publish: $15 Price at time of publish: $63 Price at time of publish: From $40 Price at time of publish: $130 Price at time of publish: From $38 Price at time of publish: From $29 Price at time of publish: $42 Price at time of publish: $160 Price at time of publish: $98 Price at time of publish: $88 Price at time of publish: From $99 Price at time of publish: $150 Price at time of publish: From $50 Price at time of publish: $138 Price at time of publish: From $29 Price at time of publish: From $38 Price at time of publish: $54 Price at time of publish: $278 Price at time of publish: $90 Price at time of publish: $89 Price at time of publish: $75 Price at time of publish: $105 Price at time of publish: From $60 Price at time of publish: $48 Price at time of publish: $195 Price at time of publish: From $40 Price at time of publish: $15/month Price at time of publish: $39 Price at time of publish: From $25 Price at time of publish: $185 Price at time of publish: From $27 Price at time of publish: From $49 Price at time of publish: From $50 Price at time of publish: $58 Price at time of publish: From $48 “If she loved the spa, are there sheet face masks or a cooling face roller you could get her that’s easy to use while feeding?” says Reardanz. “Is she a soft cheese aficionado but gave them up during pregnancy? How about a special assortment with some crackers and fruit? Celebrate who she is during this new time of her life.”
What can you give a new mom for herself?
Elevated loungewear and cozy throw blankets are just two ideas of things you can give to a new mom for herself. “A support pillow or silk pillowcase can be nice during late-night feeding sessions,” says Reardanz. “Food deliveries, like Jeni’s ice cream for a sweet tooth or a hometown favorite from Goldbelly, can be a fun treat.” She also suggests getting her an assortment of teas or a mug that keeps her drinks hot (like the Ember Mug 2). We also love the idea of getting new mothers personalized gifts. “If they’re a jewelry person, a special piece that commemorates their new baby (like a mom bracelet or necklace with baby’s name or initials) is thoughtful,” Reardanz adds.
Should you get a new mom gifts for the baby?
Reardanz emphasizes that you should only give new moms gifts for the baby if you know they really want or need something. “Like if they’ve said how much they wish they would have gotten a baby carrier to keep their hands free, or their baby doesn’t like the bouncer they got and they wish they could go back and register for a swing so they could have a few moments to themselves,” she says.
Take Our Word for It
This article was written by Amina Lake Abdelrahman, a commerce editor for Real Simple with five years of experience writing product reviews and lifestyle content. To compile this list of the best gifts for new moms, she used her knowledge of the best products across various categories. For expert tips on how to choose the best gifts for new moms, Amina spoke with Karen Reardanz of Babylist.
