Inside: Mother’s Day is a special holiday for any mother–but it’s especially poignant for new moms! If you’re looking for a Mother’s Day gift for a new mom in your life, you’re going to appreciate this list of Mother’s Day gifts for new moms.
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I’ll never forget my first Mother’s Day as a mother.
My husband and firstborn daughter and I were living in Vancouver, BC, Canada as part of a missionary training adventure. This was back before my family began eating gluten-free, and we ate out at an Italian restaurant called The Spaghetti Factory. I inhaled the most delicious plate of spaghetti before smiling for a picture with my daughter in front of the restaurant.
I was so proud to be her mom, and I knew this Mother’s Day–my first Mother’s Day as a new mom–would be one I would never forget.
My Mother’s Day Gifts Over the Years
It’s funny, though. What I actually don’t remember is what my husband gave me for Mother’s Day that year when I was a brand new mom! This is not indicative that it was not a good gift. On the contrary, it was probably a pretty amazing gift, as my husband is a spectacular gift giver. But since gifts rank at the bottom of my love languages, I usually recall experiences much more than presents.
Over the years, I’ve grown to appreciate gifts so much more–enough to have some really great memories of my Mother’s Day gifts over the years.
My Kindle Paperwhite and my breastmilk ring (which I’m still wearing as I type this) stand out in my memory as two of my all-time favorite Mother’s Day gifts.
My husband is the ultimate gift giver in our family. He will spend time dreaming, planning, researching, and thinking of the perfect gift ideas for those on his list. He has written many of the popular gift guides for my website because he’s just that good at picking out gifts for others.I’ve learned a lot from him during our marriage, and one of the things I appreciate learning from him the most is how to give good gifts.
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Mother’s Day Gifts for New Moms
Fast forward many years since my first Mother’s Day as a new mom way back in 2009, and one of my favorite moms to think about buying presents for are new moms. As the mom of four children now, I can think of so many gifts that would make a new mom smile on Mother’s Day.
That is what we have curated in this list of Mother’s Day gifts for new moms.
You can’t go wrong when buying Mother’s Day gifts for new moms if you stick to the suggestions in this post. I hope this post gives you inspiration for choosing the best gift for your loved one this year!
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1. At home dates are a great gift idea for new moms.
Some new moms don’t want to leave their baby to go out for a date. Some don’t have childcare options. Either way, planning an at-home date (or blessing a young family you know with items to have one!) would make a great gift.
Consider:
- Take Out: Whether you have food delivered, a meal kit delivered (like Blue Apron, EveryPlate, Hello Fresh, or Home Chef), or send a gift card to their favorite restaurant, food is an important base to cover for an at-home date!
- Coffee: Gift them a Starbucks gift card so they’re husband can grab a fancy drink on the way home from work for a surprise at-home coffee date!
- Movie Night: This pre-made movie night gift basket comes with all they need for an at-home movie date night!
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2. A fully planned and packed picnic would greatly bless a new mom!
Most new moms have to plan and prep for a lot of things. How about surprising her with a fully planned and packed picnic basket for her? This is a thoughtful gift with lots of great options depending on her tastes and dietary preferences.
In a picnic basket, consider including:
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- Chocolate and Candy: Chocolate cravings don’t disappear once the baby is born! If she’s watching her sugar intake, consider one of my faves–Lily’s sugar-free chocolate bars.
- Healthy Snacks: Balance out the sweet treats with some healthier options like dried fruit, nuts, granola bars, popcorn, or jerky.
- Salty Snacks: Don’t forget the savory snacks! Chips, pretzels, and popcorn make for delicious munchies while out and about.
- Unique Sodas: Surprise her with unique and exotic soda flavors that she may not have tried before, such as craft sodas or imported beverages. Our family’s personal decision is to avoid sugary sodas. If your new mom is the same, she may enjoy Zevia and the sugar-free, prebiotic Poppi Sodas.
- Fresh Fruits and Veggies: Help round out the picnic with some fresh produce. You could even include a box of organic produce from Misfits Market!
- Fresh-baked Treats: You know her best! Consider packing her favorite treat from a local bakery or store. Or make her something yourself! (These homemade lactation cookies are perfect for nursing mothers! Not a baker? Etsy has a bunch of different homemade lactation cookies for sale too!)
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3. Self-care kits make great gifts for new moms.
Mothers spend decades of their lives taking care of others. A self-care kit may be just what they need to encourage them to take care of themselves as well! A self-care kit can be a thoughtful and practical Mother’s Day gift for new moms.
The following make perfect items for a self-care kit for new moms:
- Skincare Products: Cleaners, moisturizers, face masks, and lip balms can help them take care of their skin and feel pampered. I especially recommend the Countertime skincare line from Beautycounter. This line includes hyaluronic acid, which is a popular ingredient for its anti-aging properties.
- Bath and Body Products: Treat them to luxurious bath bombs (you can even make your own!), shower gels, body lotions, and scrubs for a spa-like experience at home.
- Candles: Create a relaxing atmosphere with scented candles that help them unwind and de-stress after a long day. I especially recommend non-toxic candles (like this one).
- Essential Oils: A set of essential oils and a diffuser can help new moms create a calming and refreshing environment in their homes. They can mix and match oils to create their own signature blends. Get 10% off essential oils, diffusers, and body care products from my favorite essential oils brand–Plant Therapy! Use code humbledhomemaker10 when you shop HERE.
- TIME: Gift her time to enjoy these self-care items too! Volunteer to come hold her baby while she relaxes.
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4. Books make great gifts for new moms.
I absolutely love reading. My reading habit has changed from season to season, especially after becoming a mom. When my babies were teeny tinies, I read mostly via my Kindle Paperwhite. Now, as the mom of older kids and teens, I listen to audiobooks more than anything else.
You know the new mom in your life better than anyone, but the following may be some good ideas when it comes to new moms in your life who are bookworms.
Some of my top suggestions for books for new moms include:
- Bestselling Novels in Her Favorite Genre: A work of historical fiction or Christian romance novels from Karen Kingsbury and Robin Jones Gunn make great gifts. Or, choose classic literature that aligns with their interests and preferences. Alternatively, you can gift her a beautiful edition of her all-time favorite book.
- New Children’s Books: Reading to the baby is such a joy. Consider giving her some new books that she and baby can enjoy together – Don’t Forget to Remember, I Love Mom with the Very Hungry Caterpillar, or Loved: The Lord’s Prayer would all make great additions to her library.
- Blank Book or Journal: Does the new mom in your life enjoy journaling? Consider gifting her with a beautiful new journal, where she can record favorite memories for future generations. Be sure to include a sweet message from you in the front of the book!
- Cookbook: New moms are typically short on time, especially at dinner time. Look for cookbooks that allow her to get meals on the table quickly!
No matter what type of book you choose, don’t forget to include a special message inside the front cover!
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5. Household help makes for a great gift for new moms.
I love this Mother’s Day gift idea for new moms! Lending a helping hand at home, while she has her hands full with the baby, may be the only gift she wants.
Some gift ideas that fit into the household help category include:
- Housecleaning: This would probably be my top pick! Of course, you need to make sure the new mom in your life feels comfortable with someone else coming into her home to clean. (Some don’t.) If it’s not in your budget to pay to get the entire home cleaned, you could always pay to clean the area of her choice–like the bathrooms or kitchen. If it’s in your budget to pay for a monthly clean for the entire year, you can do that too! Alternatively, you can give her a homemade coupon to do the house cleaning yourself!
- Decluttering: This is where only you know the new mom in your life the best. If she is constantly complaining of being overwhelmed with clutter and wishing she could hire someone to help, then consider splurging on hiring a professional home organizer. Or, you can always make a homemade coupon to show her you’re willing to come and help her declutter yourself.
- Laundry Service: Sure, she may have a simple laundry system she loves. But perhaps taking this off her hands will free her up to focus on the baby, and maybe even some much needed rest. Search for laundering services in your local community. Many will come pick up laundry from the front porch and bring it back washed, dried, and folded for you the next day!
- Professional Carpet and/or Tile Cleaning: My floors are mainly carpeted, so my husband and I get our carpets professionally cleaned at least once per year. If your new mom has a lot of rugs or carpets in her home, this may be the perfect gift for her – especially as the baby becomes more mobile and crawls around all over that carpet! Or, you can pay to get whatever type of flooring she has professionally deep cleaned.
- Robot Vacuum: This one is my favorite. It’s a gift we’ve given as well. A robotic vacuum cleaner is truly the gift that keeps on giving. I have one of these myself, and it’s truly one of the best Mother’s Day gifts you can give!
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6. Photo gifts specifically for expecting moms.
Photo gifts for the mom-to-be are especially precious. They help capture that special time of growing their sweet baby.
- Maternity Photo Shoot: Delight her with a once-in-a-lifetime (well, the baby’s lifetime anyway!) gift – a maternity photo shoot! Whether you hire someone to take the pictures, or you are the photographer, this will be a cherished gift forever.
- Sonogram Picture Frame: The first pictures of baby are a treasure! Finding an adorable frame just for a sonogram picture would be a sweet first Mother’s Day gift.
- Personalized Photo Frame: Find a special photo frame that can be personalized – either with words, like this one – or by adding pictures as the baby grows, like this one.
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7. Personalized gifts are perfect for Mother’s Day.
Make your new mom’s Mother’s Day gift extra special with personalized items that show you’ve put thought and effort into her gift. This category gives a personalized touch that the other gifts in this list may lack. Consider:
- Monogrammed Gifts: Add a personal touch with monogrammed items like a pajama set, tote bag or travel jewelry box. You can splurge a little more and purchase a personalized gift in her name.
- Accessories just for Mom: She’d love something that is just for her: tumbler, jewelry, or cozy slippers.
- Pretty Mug: Choose a mug with her favorite Scripture verse or an inspirational quote. She will think of you every time she uses the mug for her morning coffee!
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8. New Moms appreciate services to make their lives easier.
In the same vein as household help, consider gifting the new mom in your life a service to make her life easier. I know I appreciate services these as a busy mom of four!
Consider the following services that can make her life easier:
- Instacart: Considering purchasing her an Instacart+ membership, so she has grocery delivery without extra fees.
- Walmart+: My family uses this to get our Walmart groceries delivered, and it’s even more affordable than Instacart. We love it!
- Stitch Fix: Postpartum clothing can be hard! Help her feel like a new woman by gifting her the service of having someone help her shop or even shop her own closet. I have a post on what I found to be helpful to wear when I was postpartum myself.
Conclusion
I hope this list of Mother’s Day gift ideas for new moms has jogged your creativity and helped you come up with the perfect gift for your loved one. Don’t forget to include a Mother’s Day card with your gifts as well!
Remember, it’s not just about the gifts; it’s about showing them how much you care. So, get creative, have fun, and make this Mother’s Day a special day to remember.
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