It’s always nice to give special gifts for new moms and not just ‘just’ baby gifts because:
- Everyone’s first thought is the new baby. But mom did the hard work before the baby was born and she will probably do most of the hard work after the baby is born. So mom deserves a little (or even a big!) something for herself too!
- The new mother could be your daughter or your sister or your bff and you want to get something very special for her.
- You’re the new dad and you think mom got a special gift, also called a ‘push gift’ or ‘push present’. Score big points with a unique new gift for mom 😉
- Most of these ideas are also great gifts for mommy’s first Mother’s Day, her first birthday after baby is born, her first Christmas with baby, etc.!
March 19 (UK and Ireland) and
May 14th, 2023 (USA, Australia, Canada, India, Germany)
is the “New” Mother’s Day!
Unique Ideas For New Mom Gifts
Mother and Baby Jewelry
Most women and moms just love jewelry, so a piece of mummy and baby jewelry in sterling silver or gold is almost a safe bet! You can get different symbols like big hearts and small hearts or mummy animals and baby animals (mummy turtle and baby turtle, mama bear and baby bear, etc.).
my recommendation:
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Pea In A Pod Jewellery: Pea pods are a symbol for the close ties we have with our family, our children, our partner and our friends.
‘pea in a pod’ jewelery is available in many designs and jewelery pieces such as earrings, necklaces and armbands. Get a mother of twins or a mother of two a ‘Two Peas in a Pod’ necklace, and a mother of triplets or a mother of 3 some ‘Three Peas in a Pod’ jewellery.
For Moms of Baby Girls: Mom And Me / Mom And Daughter Bracelets:
Get matching bracelets for mother and daughter! There are several Mom and Me bracelet sets available, made of Sterling Silver, Gold or Platinum, with freshwater pearls, birthstones, silver heart charms, coordinating cross charms, diamonds, etc. Basically, baby bracelets are for ages 0-12 months or for 1-5 years. If you can get the larger size, I would go for the larger size so the child can wear it longer. This is a great memory for the mother and daughter to remember the birth of the baby.
Baby Charm: Get the new mom or mummy-to-be a charm for her charm bracelet or charm necklace. If she doesn’t have a charm bracelet or charm necklace yet, you should get her one too. There are so many beautiful sterling silver charms available to add to a bracelet or necklace. For example, baby shoes, baby carriages, baby footprints, pacifiers, boy/girl charms, mom charms, hearts, etc. Some include a birthstone. These charms also make great gifts from daddy to mommy. Here’s one from Pandora, a very popular brand today.
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Mother (And Baby) Gift Basket / Gift Certificate At Spa
Get the new mommy a gift certificate for a spa, hairdresser, manicure and pedicure or just some time out etc. and offer to care for the baby during that time. See more details about it”pamper time for mommy” gift ideas here.
Alternatively, buy or make a new mom basket (and baby gift). Mom definitely got herself a little pampering! Include your voucher for a manicure and/or pedicure for mom, a gift card for a massage at a nearby parlor or a gift card to a spa or a hair salon, etc. in your basket. You can also add a babysitting coupon to take care of the baby while mom enjoys her makeover. Find all the ideas of what to include in your mom and baby gift basket here.
Mother Poem On Canvas
A mother is she who can take the place of all others but her place cannot be taken by others. (Cardinal Mermillod)
Take a mom and baby photo and add a new mom quote. Put it in a frame or have it printed on canvas.
New Mom Gift Ideas
Stylish Diaper Bag
You might be thinking that giving a diaper bag might be a boring gift idea. But let’s face it: Aside from the baby, a diaper bag and its contents will be the thing mommy needs to carry most of the time for the next two years, if not more! That’s why mom needs a decent diaper bag, not only good looking but also practical, comfortable and well thought out! Read here what to care for in a diaper bag that qualifies as best diaper bag!
Only the best is good enough for mom, so what if a designer diaper bag for mommy to feel like a celebrity…
Mommy’s Time Out Wine Glass By Lolita
They are such a great gift for mummy to sit back and enjoy with a glass of wine. Good for non-alcoholic drinks too! The mirrors are hand painted and have unique designs. They come in a beautiful gift box and I love them.
Also check out NymphFable’s hand painted glasses. They make equally great mom gifts.
They also make great Mother’s Day gifts for new and not-so-new moms!
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Postnatal Workout DVD
This gift can be quite delicate and I don’t necessarily recommend a husband to give it to his wife… However, if you know the new mother and if she is a sporty person who exercises or does Yoga already regularly it can be a really good gift. There are Yoga and workout DVDs just for mom but there are also workout DVDs with instructions for mom AND baby. It looks fun and means mom and baby can bond while getting some great exercise at the same time! Check out the best postnatal and post-pregnancy workout DVDs on amazon.
Baby Countdown Timer
This little gadget counts down the days until the baby’s due date. Every expectant mother will be excited to count down the days, minutes and seconds until baby is here – once set, the clock will do it for her!
Some countdown timers can be used later to count the days until Christmas, baby’s first birthday, etc.
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More Gifts For New Moms
Pacifier: I love Mommy / My Mom Rocks
How about a pacifier that says ‘I love my mommy’? Other cuYour mother’s sayings are also available.
What mom wouldn’t love this? 😉
This pacifier is also a cute little thing to give with a gift certificate or an invitation for mom to eat out together.
Mom’s Picture Frame
Give the new mother a special mommy and me picture frame to place at home or in her office. Every mother loves to show off her baby to co-workers and clients. Of course mommy can also hang it at home! Mom and me photo frames are available in all kinds of styles and materials and have different messages engraved such as ‘Mom & Me’, ‘I love Mommy’, ‘Me And My Mom’, etc. Personalize the engraving and make the frame a great and timeless new mom gift!
If you want to include dad in the picture frame gift too, get a ‘Mom + Dad = Me’ photo frame!
The ‘Mom + Dad = Me’ picture frame is a wonderful Mother’s Day gift from daddy and baby to mommy!
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More Ideas: Gifts For New Moms
Gift Card(s) To Restaurants With Take Out
This idea falls into the category of practical gifts for new moms: In the beginning the new mom will have to think a lot and she will have to get used to so many new situations all the time. So if she doesn’t have to worry about shopping for food and preparing meals she will definitely appreciate it if that is taken away from her. In general, anything food related such as takeaway meals, a freezer casserole, gift cards to a restaurant or to a take-away is a great gift for a new mom. A thoughtful new mom gift that every new mom is sure to appreciate the most!
Mom Slogan Baby Onesies / Tees
Mommy rocks!Give the new mom mummy-oriented baby clothes like funny slogan tees or baby onesies. Gift a tee or onesie with a mommy slogan like ‘I Love Mommy’, ‘Mommy Rocks’ or ‘I am cute, mom is cute, dad is lucky’ printed on. Alternatively, get a shirt for mom that says ‘New Mum 2021’, ‘Happiness is motherhood’, etc.
More ideas for funny slogan baby onesies.
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Matching Clothes For Mom And Baby
An alternative to funny mom slogan tees or onesies is matching clothes for mother and baby. Make baby and mom look alike by giving matching clothes. Try FOOTSTEPS CLOTHING which offers matching mom and baby pajamas and playwear. There are also short sleeves and boxer shorts. And if you want, even for the whole family! Made from 100% cotton mummy and baby will love hanging out in style together. These cute matching outfits are offered in various designs and sizes. Perfect for anyone – especially the adult lady bug / kid little bug and baby bug outfits are just adorable!
Another great website to visit for matching family outfits is matcheez.com. They have matching tees, baby onesies/tees, hoodies, caps, headbands, bracelets and more for the complete family including your pets. You’re sure to find some great clothing gifts for new moms out there!
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More Gifts For New Moms
Bestseller Novel And LED Book Light
Get mommy a bestseller novel with an LED book light. To relax, a new mom might like to read – maybe a thriller, maybe a romance, maybe a nonfiction book. Get her an LED book light with her favorite type of book so she can read while baby stays and sleeps next to her. If mom is not an avid reader, audio is a great alternative, she can also listen in the car or when on the go and while baby is walking.
If you don’t know what new moms are up to, Amber Dusick’s funny books about the ups and downs of parenting are a fun read. Or just check out amazon bestsellers.
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What new mom gifts have you received or given to other moms? Let me know by simply filling the comments box below. Thank you!
