26 Best Gifts for New Moms (Because She Deserves All the Love)
Celebrate her first year with a unique gift.
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Motherhood is the hardest job of all, full of long days and sleepless nights. That's why, if this is her first Mother's Day, if she's pregnant or if she just welcomed another baby, you're going to want to get her one of these best gifts for new moms that aren't for the baby, but rather, just for her.
These unique presents will show her how special she is and that she's got this, no matter what hiccups might arise during this first year. This curated list is a mix of practical, sentimental and semi-DIY gifts. There are picks to help relax her during this special journey to make sure she maintains her self-care routine. We've even included jewelry that'll give her a little bit of glamour without blowing your shopping budget. And if you're shopping at the last-minute this year, don't worry, most of these gifts will ship in just one day with an Amazon Prime account.
No matter who you're shopping for, we've got gifts that your sister, BFF, or any other new mom in your life will love.
This beautiful minimalist necklace will have a permanent place in her wardrobe. Available in gold, rose gold and silver finishes, it's a steal for under $20!
After nine long months, she's ready for a getaway. Even if you can't leave right away, make sure she knows a trip is being planned by getting her an AirBnB gift card that can be used for anything on the site.
She'll likely be losing a lot of sleep this first year. This weighted blanket will give her some much needed rest without being too heavy to sleep comfortably.
She'll absolutely love this birth flower necklace because not only is it pretty, but it is light but sturdy enough to be worn every day.
She's taking baby photos all day, every day. But instead of just keeping them on her phone, she can use this printer to print them out instantly, so they can be framed.
Available in so many different colors, you can't go wrong by gifting her a new pair of silky smooth pajamas. They also feature a drawstring for extra comfort.
Help pamper her achy feet. Our experts named this model the best value foot spa because it's compact, easy to clean and really gets the job done. Amazon reviewers have also given it over 13,000 5-star reviews.
Our labs loved this pillow for its hybrid fill, shape retention and an ability to adjust to different sleep positions. It's a great gift whether she's a side, back or stomach sleeper.
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Give her a self-care day (and a much-needed escape) with this spa gift card. It can be loaded with any amount, and can be used at dozens of locations. All she has to do is type in her zip code to find the closest one!
Perfect for eleventh hour shopping, this Mother's Day Gift Card can be delivered over email for an instant gift. The best part? She will love whatever she gets since she picked it out herself.
It will be become an Instant keepsake. The ink pad used here is 100% safe for babies and won't cause a mess afterwards. Just make sure you print out her favorite photo to go with it.
Comfort will be important during the first year and these joggers are just the ticket. Made of nylon and spandex, they are super comfy and can be used for traveling, running errands or lounging at home (if she has time for it)!
Add some self-care to her daily routine with these shower steamers. They come in scents like lavender, vanilla and more, so she can enjoy her morning shower to the fullest, even if it lasts just 10 minutes.
She might need a little pick-me-up during those first few months, and these affirmation cards are designed to do just that. Each one will remind her that she's doing great, no matter what challenges new motherhood brings.
Have you ever seen a cuter necklace? Adorned with cubic zirconia crystals, it's perfect for moms-to-be, it also comes in a gift box that features the sweetest Mother's Day message.
She might have picked up a few pounds during her pregnancy, making these stretchy, tummy control leggings a perfect gift. "I don’t usually feel inclined to write reviews but these are a must-have," one Amazon reviewer wrote.
She can't stop kissing those hands and feet, so it makes perfect sense that she would love this set that allows her to remember their little size forever. In total, it takes about 6–8 minutes to complete.
Since she'll be spending more time at home, at least for a few weeks, she'll need a pair of cozy slippers. Made of faux fur, these fit the bill, and are event available in a few different colors.
She'll love this cute tote bag that's large enough to hold her and her little one's essentials. Made of canvas with a polyester lining, it has two different designs and colors to choose from.
Let's face it, she deserves more than just one gift. With this subscription, she'll get 5-8 full-size beauty products sent to her every month i
Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com.
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