It's almost Mother's Day, and it's a very special time of year for new moms.
But depending how new to being a mom they may be, it can also be an overwhelming time. Celebrating your first Mother's Day can be emotional. It's a special milestone that puts so much in perspective.
If you're seeing a new mom on her first Mother's Day, you may be tempted to show up with flowers or a dessert. Those are valiant efforts, but you can do so much more with just a little more effort. Check out these incredible gifts that new moms will truly love you for.
The Yana 360° Body Pillow (Cool-Gel)
This isn't any old body pillow. This gives you 360-degree support with endless ways to arrange it and cater to your every comfort need. Whether mom is pregnant or postpartum, she'll sleep a little easier thanks to this incredible gift.
"I got this pillow when I was about 4 months pregnant and this is the best thing I’ve invested in for myself. Im in month 7 now and I haven’t slept a night without it and I’ll continue to use it because it helps with my sciatica which I had before pregnancy. I also love reading and it’s easy to prop yourself up in this. While looking for pregnancy pillows a lot had warning labels for a chemical causing defects and infertility, I didn’t want to chance it so for me this is worth every penny!" — Sydney
The Captain Playmat
This gorgeous terra-cotta playmat with a gray wild side is perfect, whether your kiddo is in the tummy-time days or you're doing some mommy and me yoga thanks to the 1/2-inch foam padding. A reversible design lets you choose what works best in your space.
"This playmat is exactly what I was looking for! Tummy time used to be stressful. My baby is just learning to lift his head, and a blanket is not nearly sufficient to cushion him when his tiny neck gives out. The Totter+Tumble Luxury Playmat is large enough that he doesn't easily wiggle off, and thick enough that his little head is safe to do its thing. My baby also spits up a lot, so it being easy to wipe clean keeps the gorgeous design as beautiful as the day it arrived!" — New mom Courtney Kennard
Baby Closet Dividers by Eli With Love
Baby clothes are one of the most gifted items in the early years. Sorting through it all can be stressful for parents. New moms love the organizational help they get from these closet dividers, which allow you to arrange baby's clothes by size. It gives you a space-efficient visual of what you have and what you need.
Munchkin TheraBurpee Colic & Fever Rescue Kit With Hot & Cold Therapy Burp Cloths
Moms of colicky babies or babies who catch fevers easily can find it overwhelming trying to soothe baby. These next-level burp cloths help because of their built-in pockets for hot or cold packs to help soothe baby.
BabyBjörn Baby Carrier Mini
For the newborn mom who is excited about getting out into the world, this carrier is a fan favorite for wearing a little one while you get around. It's available in six colors to match mom's vibe and nestle her newborn just right.
"This is a really great carrier. I like that it’s easy to get on and put baby in it; still structured like an ergo baby carrier but with a tad more flexibility that makes it easier to sit and work from home while baby wearing." — Carissa
BÉABA Babycook Solo Baby Food Maker
Moms who are into making their own baby food are super-obsessed with this beautiful, useful, easy-to-clean system. Mom will be able to steam, cook, and blend baby food all in one. You can also buy extra pieces for the set to defrost food as well, so the options are truly endless.
4moms MamaRoo Sleep Bassinet
This bassinet will take on some of the work of putting baby to bed. It features five unique motions and five speeds, all of which can be controlled from your phone, thanks to a handy app. It also comes with four built-in sounds to lull baby to sweet, peaceful sleep.
"My baby used to wake up screaming during my pumping sessions. Every. Time. It was gut-wrenching to not be able to pick him up and comfort him. With the mamaRoo Sleep Bassinet, I now have the peace of mind that he will sleep safely and peacefully through it while I pump for him. The unique motions it provides are incredible, mimicking the exact patterns that I use to lull him to sleep! Game changer." — New mom Courtney Kennard
20% off the MamaRoo4 Swing, MamaRoo Sleep Bassinet, Breeze Playards, and Connect High Chair at all major retailers, and up to 30% off select products, including $100 off the MamaRoo4 Swing on 4moms.com. Offer valid from May 5 – 12, 2022.
Karrie Locher x Bodily: Breastfeeding Kit
For the mom who is welcoming her baby around Mother's Day, a kit complete with all the things she might not even know she needs. It's completely packed with all-natural and organic remedies that are an upgrade from hospital freebies and make the earliest days of postpartum a little more comfortable.
"LOVED all the items in this package. While still in the hospital, I used to socks (so much better than the hospital socks) and the tea. The turmeric tea helped not only with delivery inflammation but my gums hurt so bad after giving birth and the tea was a lifesaver. The peri bottle is 100x better than the one they give you in the hospital." — Lindsey C.
Baby Shusher Sleep Miracle Soother
It seems too good to be true, but moms are swearing by the Baby Shusher. It's helping even the fussiest little ones calm back down to a sleep state.
Motherhood Maternity Side Access Nursing Hoodie
Maternity wear hasn't always been fashionable or functional, but those days are over. You can have both and so much more, like the comfort of this hoodie. You can't tell it's a nursing hoodie, but it's got all the function you need in one.
"This hoodie is more expensive than I'm usually willing to spend, but it is so worth it. I looks like a regular sweatshirt so when I'm done nursing I'll still wear. Most importantly it doesn't have huge slits or very weird draping. It's comfy, cute and I can easily nurse while wearing it." — Mhairi D.
The Ollie World Swaddle
This two-way swaddle is great for keeping baby snug as they grow. When baby is ready to roll, this swaddle lets them continue to get comfort as they explore their independence.
Boober Pregnancy + Postpartum Classes & Services
Now, normally a gift card may not feel thoughtful, but moms will feel differently about this one. This gift card can be used on classes and services through Boober, a pregnancy-to-postpartum marketplace where moms can get mental health support, technical help with things like lactation and pumping, and so much more. Giving mom a gift card to Boober is a great way to let her know you're happy to help support her in whatever way she needs.
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