Gifts that remind new moms to prioritize themselves, and make it more convenient to do so, can make a big difference in their overall quality of life. We carefully considered design, material, usefulness, and value when reviewing products. Here are the best first Mother’s Day gifts to put a smile on a new mom’s face. With its built-in battery and charging coaster, this self-heating smart mug allows you to set an exact temperature for your hot drink—you can even control it with your smartphone. The temperature ranges between 120 and 145 degrees Fahrenheit and the battery will last for an hour and a half (when not on the charging coaster). It’s a total game-changer and makes the perfect gift for tea and coffee drinkers for everyday use. Price at time of publication: $130 The book prompts are easy to follow and only require a little time each day to jot down a thought or milestone. It’s a perfect budget-friendly gift that any new mom would be grateful to receive. Price at time of publication: $17 Price at time of publication: $38 The bag features an interchangeable messenger strap and detachable backpack straps and has a variety of interior and exterior pockets. Made with premium pebbled vegan leather, this is the perfect fashionable diaper bag upgrade. Price at time of publication: $100 Even if she isn’t artistic, this high-quality book is easy to color and celebrates the highs and lows of motherhood. We recommend pairing with a set of pencil crayons or markers to complete the gift. Price at time of publication: $7 Designed by a mom for moms, this crewneck sweater is lightweight, made from buttery soft cotton, and comes in six different colors. Great for around the house or paired with jeans, this piece is ready to become her new favorite sweatshirt. Price at time of publication: $68 Amongst the 100+ hacks in this book, there’s advice on how to be more present and raise thriving children. Plus tips and tricks on how to move more, eat right, stress less, and sleep well. Price at time of publication: $16 Great for out of the shower or as loungewear, this robe features a piped collar, cuffed edges, deep pockets, and a sturdy waist tie. It’s great for mornings when she feels especially tired and will make her feel like she’s having a spa day, even if she’s just sipping coffee in her kitchen. Price at time of publication: $99 The watch, which is available in four neutral colors, has a wide range of health and fitness tracking including respiration, menstrual cycle, stress, heart rate, hydration, and more. It can monitor your blood oxygen saturation for sleep and altitude acclimations tracking and lets you download music so you don’t need to carry your phone. For fitness, the Garmin Vivoactive 4S has 20 preloaded GPS and indoor sports apps (yoga, running, swimming, etc.) and animated cardio and strength workouts you can view right on the watch. Price at time of publication: $330 The necklace is 14k gold-filled and has an ornate monogram pendant. It’s 18 inches long with a 1-inch pendant and has a delicate chain. It’s the perfect piece for layering with jewelry she may already own or wearing on its own. Price at time of publication: $58 Your zodiac-obsessed new mom can add the patches to their current diaper bag, stroller, or anywhere else that could use a bit of astrological sparkle.
Self-Care
Moms at any stage work hard and deserve a break on Mother’s Day, but this may be especially true for new moms. Gifts that remind new moms to prioritize self-care, and make it more convenient to do so, can make a big difference in a mom’s overall quality of life. The early days of motherhood may not be the time to go on a relaxing vacation to rejuvenate, but a cozy pair of slippers may be just what the doctor ordered.
Uniqueness
Flowers and cards are nice, but new moms will probably get a lot of these gifts. A gift that stands out from the others may get more appreciation. Choosing something other than the standard Mother’s Day gifts also shows that you put thought into your present.
