Top 10 Best Gifts For New Moms In 2023

Including personalized presents and thoughtful subscriptions.

 

 

Shopping for presents is always a challenge, but it's even trickier when you're looking for gifts for new moms. On one hand, you want to get her something practical and functional to help her with the adjustment to parenthood. On the other hand, you want to encourage an overtired new mom to kick back, relax, and take time to rejuvenate.

To come up with these recommendations, we thoroughly researched gift ideas for new moms and rounded up the best options. We also spoke to Karen Reardanz of Babylist for expert tips on how to shop for new moms.

“It’s always nice to get something for a new mom that is for them, not the baby, no matter the season,” says Reardanz. And it makes sense, because new parents probably have enough onesies, burp cloths, and bottles from their baby shower to last them a long time. But something like a monthly subscription for audiobooks will help her maintain her pre-parenthood interests, even if she doesn’t have time to sit down with a physical book for a few hours.

Consider giving new moms presents that promote rest, relaxation, and self-care, like a cozy robe, face mask, or eye gels. “You can’t go wrong with more elevated items that will keep her comfortable or have her feeling pampered while caring for her young baby,” Reardanz says. Another foolproof idea is a personalized gift—like a framed print or photo book—so she can cherish those first memories of motherhood for years to come.

1. Savor Deluxe Baby Edition Keepsake Box

It's easy to lose track of childhood mementos over the years, but this keepsake box ensures she has a dedicated (and organized) place to store special items from the first few years of baby's life. There are compartments designed for things like their first shoes and favorite rattle, files for important documents and photos, and mini envelopes. It also comes with hand-illustrated labels so she can customize it to fit her family's needs.

Price at time of publish: $99

2. Kibou Vegan Leather Diaper Belt Bag

The new mom in your life will love this mini diaper bag that’s disguised as a chic vegan leather fanny pack. It has a waterproof pocket that holds 20 wet wipes, a detachable changing pad that unfolds from the back, a key/pacifier hook, and even more room for her and baby’s essentials.

Price at time of publish: $98

3 ShopSmiddy Heirloom Birth Portrait

A custom, hand-painted portrait of her newborn baby would make a stunning addition to any nursery or living room. The artist specializes in faceless watercolors, giving each piece an ethereal touch.

Price at time of publish: From $30

4. Patchology Happy Place Under Eye Patches

Even if she can't spare a few moments alone, she can pamper herself with these soothing eye gels while she's taking care of her baby. All she needs to do is leave them on for five to 10 minutes, and her under-eye area will be smooth and moisturized.

Price at time of publish: $15

5. Loop Quiet Ear Plugs for Noise Reduction

It’s easy for new moms to get overwhelmed by all the sounds children can make. These genius silicone ear plugs block out some—but not all—of the noise so that rocking a crying baby to sleep is a little more manageable.

Price at time of publish: $25

6. J. Crew Oversized Cashmere Wrap

This cashmere shawl is the perfect extra layer: She can curl up in it when she’s a little chilly, but it’s also chic enough to throw on over a T-shirt when she wants to feel a bit more put-together (like when she unexpectedly has company over).

Price at time of publish: $198

7. Letters to My Baby: Write Now. Read Later. Treasure Forever.

This book gives the new mom a personalized keepsake that she can fill out and give to her baby later on in life. There are 12 letters that fold into an envelope, each with a prompt to encourage the new parents to share important details and memories about the baby's early life.

Price at time of publish: $13

8. Dearfoams Women's Fireside Sydney Shearling Scuff Slipper

Cozy slippers are a no-brainer, but this pair from Dearfoams is especially great because of its versatile design and reasonable price. The moisture-wicking shearling will keep her feet warm and dry, and the thick soles make them feel more like sturdy house shoes.

Price at time of publish: $89

9. Honest Beauty Beyond the Bump Kit

This four-piece kit has everything she needs to nourish her postpartum skin. It comes with an organic body oil, bath salts, a shea butter and avocado oil body lotion, and a nourishing nipple cream that can even be used to soften chapped lips and rough elbows, too.

Price at time of publish: $56

10. Lake Pajamas DreamKnit Kimono Pajama Set

She can spend all day in this matching pajama set and still feel put together. The sumptuous DreamKnit fabric is made of ridiculously soft modal and spandex, and the wrap-style top is breastfeeding-friendly.

Price at time of publish: $138