Mother's Day is almost here, and for new moms, it's a particularly exciting experience. There's nothing quite like your very first Mother's Day.
New moms are in an interesting position. They have a lot of what they need, but they're also learning what they need on the go and aren't always prepared to ask for it. For Mother's Day, useful gifts that can help mom but also let her know you're there for her can really make an impact.
If you want to give a new mom a gift that will really help her out, here are some ideas of things to take care of her ever-evolving new needs as her life changes day by day.
Safely Clean Hands Kit
New moms may not have time for manicures in the beginning, but they do have time to keep themselves healthy and their household healthy. Now they can feel a little pampered in the process with the Safely Clean Hands Kit, which consists of 16-fluid-ounce bottles of hand soap, hand sanitizer, and hand cream to keep hands consistently clean but not dry and cracking.
If that's not great enough, during May Safely is donating 10% of all sales to Baby2Baby, a nonprofit dedicated to providing essentials to kids living in poverty.
'Mommy Cusses: Inspiring Profanity and Stimulating Sarcasm for Mamas Who've Seen It All'
Welcome a new mom into the sisterhood of sleeplessness and absurdity with Mommy Cusses. This hilarious parenting book is full of stories from moms who have seen it all and lived to share their wisdom with new mamas. If the new mom if your life could use some comic relief, this is the perfect pick.
Instant Pot Duo 6-Quart 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker
New parents do not have time to cook. They do, however, have time to throw something in an Instant Pot and hope for the best. Take the work out of cooking for a mom who appreciates tasty things but can't handle all the usual kitchen time right now.
Keurig K-Duo Essentials Single Serve and Carafe Coffee Maker
Some moms run on pure caffeine, and who are we to judge? Make getting her mom-fuel a little easier with a nice coffee maker that gets it right every time, whether she needs a quick cup or a whole pot.
Munchkin Lulla-Vibe Vibrating Mattress Pad
New moms are constantly rediscovering how hard it is to get a child to fall asleep when you actually want them to. Many new moms praise the Munchkin Lulla-Vibe Vibrating Mattress Pad as helping get babies fall asleep anywhere. The slim, vibrating mattress pad is easy to take on the go and even small enough to use in a car seat in a pinch.
Fujifilm Instax Mini Link Smartphone Printer
Know a new mom who can't take enough photos of her baby? With this printer, she can create trendy prints to put all around the house and give to friends and family. It's also small enough to travel with mom.
Olaplex Hair Perfector No. 3 Repairing Treatment
New moms can really struggle with their hair. If you know one who is struggling with dry hair and breakage, they're not alone. Help them breathe life into their locks with Olaplex's repairing treatment.
Baby Keepsake Library
For moms who don't want to forget a moment, this memory library will help them customize the way they store keepsakes. It includes over 50 labels, nine drawers, eight vertical files, and more.
Organic Nipple Butter
OK, it may seem a little personal for a gift, but if it's mom to mom, you know how hard breastfeeding and pumping can be. The new mom will thank you for the relief that millions of mamas swear by.
Nodpod Gentle Pressure Sleep Mask
Moms can use any and all help getting a good night's sleep that they can get. This gentle-pressure mask makes it easy to fall asleep and keep the light at bay.
Bio-Oil Skincare Oil
New moms may get insecure about their bodies. They can be particularly hard on themselves about stretch marks, and every mom can relate. Bio-Oil has been praised as the way to minimize appearance of your mama tiger stripes.
Smart Squeeze Stress Relief Ball
$50
from
Uncommon Goods
Motherhood can be so beautiful and so rewarding. It can also be so, so stressful. Give mom something to get a grip on to relieve the stress when times get tough.
Stitch Fix Gift Card
Starting at
$20
from
Stitch Fix
Some new moms really love fashion but simply don't have the energy to style themselves the way they used to. Make it really easy for her to feel like herself with the limited time she has with a Stitch Fix gift card.
Planet Wise Medium Wet Bag
New moms are so excited for the world to be opening back up. They can finally take their babies out and about, but that means encountering some of those unexpected moments, like a full diaper explosion when you're not home.
A wet bag makes it easier to keep those soiled clothes away from everything else in your bag. It's especially helpful for the mom who is cloth-diapering.
Lactation Cookies Mix — Oatmeal Chocolate Chip
Breastfeeding can be a stressful journey for moms, who are reluctant to admit when they need help in this sensitive area. Lactation cookies will not only help moms along but also let them know they can talk to you about the ups and downs of the process.
Psst: If you choose to purchase an item on this list, LittleThings may receive a small cut. Each item and price is up to date at the time of publication; however, an item may be sold out or the price may be different at a later date.
