Finding the perfect gift for your friends and family can be a stressful endeavor at the best of times, but we pride ourselves on being quite the experts at gift giving. (We've curated countless guides here on the site, from the guide on shopping for Gen Zers to the luxury gifts on our wish lists.)
Today, I'm focusing our attention on the best gifts for new moms. As you can guess, anything that encourages comfort and relaxation is a great option, as sleep is not something new parents get a great deal of throughout the first year. My sister is a new mom and picky about gifts, so I asked for her intel on the best gifts to get no matter the occasion. Items like diaper bags, strollers, and baby clothing were probably already checked off on the baby shower registry, so this is the time to get creative and thoughtful.
Ahead, enjoy my roundup of the 30 best gifts for new parents, from the elegant and quirky to the relaxation-centric. Three of my close friends are pregnant, and three are new moms, so I'll certainly be shopping this list myself.
Under $50
She'll be using these any chance she can get. The best part is she can reuse them.
It's always important to stay hydrated, especially when you're a new mom. Almost every mom I know has a Stanley cup sitting in their stroller.
Spritz this mist in the air to create a calming environment for sleep.
Once I put these on my sister's radar, she bought two more pairs.
Newly restocked and redesigned, Chillhouse's Chill Globes will add a luxurious touch to anyone's self-care routine, especially a new mom's.
There are a plethora of new products on the market, but sometimes, it's nice to stick to the basics.
Add a cushy and luxe feel to their sock game.
Almost every one of my best friends is a new mom or pregnant and has taken my suggestion of buying this comfortable bra.
An amazing book to help new moms focus on healing and bonding during the important postpartum period.
A soothing and relaxing oil for tired minds and sore muscles.
For nourishing that postpartum hair.
If they don't have time to go to the nail salon, bring the manicure to them.
The portable humidifier is perfect for a baby room or parent's room.
Under $100
The raving reviews speak for themselves. One reviewer wrote that they still use it 16 months after giving birth and have no plans to stop.
Help their little ones have a sound sleep so they can get some too. With over 38,000 reviews, it's clearly a lifesaver to many new parents out there.
Comfy sneakers are a must-have for moms on the go.
By including body oil, bath salts, body lotion, and calming nipple cream, Honest Baby's kit has everything a new mom would need for postpartum skincare.
You can never have enough multipurpose cloths as a new parent. These are perfect for swaddling, burping, and everything in between.
Help a new parent create a sense of calm at home with a beautifully scented candle.
A swaddle is a new-parent must-have. This one is super cute.
Give the gift of a good night's sleep (well, at least a helping hand).
Under $500
Leave it to a stylish mom like Shay Mitchell to make a chic diaper bag like this one.
Perfect for staying indoors and running errands.
All the makeup essentials they'd need in one perfect and well-packaged set.
They'll really be thanking you for this ultra-comfortable gift.
Customize it with their child's name for a sentimental treat.
Clothes that are chic and comfortable? Their closet needs them. Wear this will make them feel a little bit more put together without steering away from their comfort zone.
Massage those sore muscles away.
Have you seen a more trend-forward carrier?
Good sleep is hard to come by, but this weighted blanket makes it just a tad easier.
Meet the perfect postpartum gift—these essentials will help cleanse, soothe, and relieve pain after birth. Give this before she has the baby, as it comes with everything she'll need for the first few days in the hospital and at home.
To stay cozy and comfy all day.
I think this has to be my sister's favorite part of her kitchen. A barista-worthy burst of energy is necessary for the early mornings.
So their drink never gets cold, no matter how long it takes them to drink it.
There's always room for another soft and comfortable pajama set.
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