A new addition to the family is an exciting time filled with plenty of cuddles, and of course, presents. Between adorable baby clothes and soft plush animals, it’s easy to forget about the new mum. A lot of gifts for this new chapter are focused on making her life easier with the baby – like swaddles or a bottle cleaner. However, sometimes the best gift is one for the new mum herself. Here are some suggestions for gifts for the new mums in your life.
Coffee maker or tea press
Any new mum will tell you the struggles of trying to catch a few solid hours of zzz’s with a new bub in the house. Those early months come with plenty of sleep deprivation, so a coffee maker should be high on the new mum gift-shopping list.
Go all out and spoil them with a barista-style coffee machine. She’ll be able to make as many cappuccinos, espressos or lattes as she needs, without having to run to the local coffee shop! You can even go simple with a plunger or pour-over coffee set.
If the new mum in your life prefers tea over coffee, a tea press is the way to go. All she has to do is put loose tea leaves or a teabag in the press, add hot water and let it brew. This is great for making on the go.
Pamper hampers
Gift hampers are the perfect way to pamper the new mum in your life. They’re easy to personalise and pack full of her favourite things. From chocolate to tea and coffee, the options are limitless.
You don’t always need to go for edible hampers – instead, put together a self-care kit. Include things like face masks or her favourite lip scrub that she can use easily on a day when she needs a little extra TLC. There is a range of goodies from heat pillows to eye masks and even notebooks to really cater to every need.
A new book or Kindle
Every new mum needs some time to herself. If she loves to read, a book is a perfect gift. You can get ones centred around this stage in her life, offering practical advice for a new mum. Or, you can always pick up the latest book by her favourite author.
If you’re not sure what book to get them, you can always splurge on a Kindle. Instead of having to carry a physical book around and hold it open, she can have access to thousands of books and magazines at the touch of a button.
As well as being light enough to hold in one hand, Kindles are also waterproof and come with adjustable lighting. This means the new mum in your life can feed and rock her little bundle of joy, while also catching up on her reading at the same time.
Instant camera
As a new mum, it’s easy for their phones to be filled up with happy snaps of their baby. Help save their phone storage with an instant camera.
While you might think polaroids belong in the past, with modern features such as selfie mode and editing options, as well as the classic instant print feature, the new mum in your life will love capturing all the cute moments and every milestone they reach as time goes on. Plus, the images can easily be developed and included in a photo album or scrapbook!
Mama robe
We all love a comfy robe and there are certainly plenty to choose from. For the new mum in your life, a mama robe is a perfect choice that can be pulled on for late nights, early mornings, or to keep her cosy and warm throughout the day.
Find a robe that is specifically designed for new mums – accommodating her postpartum physique. Look for other key features like pockets, breastfeeding access and soft, breathable fabric.
Comfy sleepwear and slippers
Match a robe with comfortable sleepwear. A cosy set of PJs will help make those late nights with bub even more snug. Plus, they’re great to throw on for visitors in the first few weeks. Pair a set of cosy sleepwear with a pair of furry slippers. When she’s at home with the baby, she is going to spend most of her time on her feet holding them and needs to be as comfortable as possible.
A gift that will make the new mum in your life feel special and supported will make all the difference during those whirlwind first few months. Whether it’s something practical to make her life easier or a gift that will remind her to take a minute for self-care, a gift for the new mum in your life will show your support and care.
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