Gift Ideas For New Mums

A special time in a woman’s life is when a woman gives birth to a beautiful baby. No matter how rough, long and emotional (among other things) the labour was, the joy a new baby gives is priceless.

Over the months to come, this new Mum will learn about time management, clever ways to avoid getting food or (other things) on them and finding a way to bring a smile to the little baby’s face.

Baby showers are a fantastic idea to give new items to add to the baby’s closet, bedroom and memories. Yet, a gift to a new Mum should include anything indulgent, treasure sake, peaceful and bring a smile to her face. Even when it took an hour to get the baby to sleep and she has finally put her feet up, knowing in only forty minutes her little treasure may stir again.

Here are the top 9 gift suggestions for new mums:

1. A Pamper Voucher

A twelve-month gift voucher for a massage, nails or a haircut and blow-dry, will bring a smile to any new Mums face. It would be even better if the hairdresser or spa specialist could come to the Mother’s house. 

2. Babysitting Services

Offer to babysit while the new Mum does something special for herself. (Even if it is only for 30 minutes to an hour). This simple time away from bubs is enough for any new Mum to feel like she has had a vacation. Make it fun, design some vouchers in Canva for free, and pop them in a card. 

3. A Cleaner

All new Mums would be forever grateful to receive a cleaner once a week. Especially when chores take Mum away from bonding with her baby or precious rest times. Show her, she does not need to be a superwoman. For a cheaper alternative, visit once a week for thirty minutes to an hour, do some cleaning, chat, let mum rest, wash or spend time with her baby. (This will also help her feel loved and have another adult to talk to.)

4. Clothing Voucher or Gift Basket

Give the new Mum a fashion gift voucher, which she can only spend the gift voucher on herself. Many maternity stores also create gorgeous gift baskets for mums, including a range of clothing and personal care products for new mums. 

5. Keepsakes

Keepsake items that create lasting memories for the whole family are a great way for Mum to create a scrapbook of new memories. Or to fill a box of treasured memories, including the baby’s first item worn home, the smallest socks ever laid eyes on and more. This is a gift that will be treasured by the family forever.

6. A Holiday Voucher

Give a weekend away trip to the new family. A family holiday brings everyone together in a restful manner. Most major booking sites have a voucher function. If a holiday is out of the budget (or unrealistic), then maybe consider a voucher to a local restaurant and offer to babysit. 

7. Nappies and Wipes

Practical baby gifts are always needed. New mums and parents will always appreciate the gift of wipes and nappies and the relief to their budget. 

8. Meal Delivery Service

If you can cook – excellent- freeze some lasagne and head on over but otherwise, you could buy a gift card to a meal delivery service for a set dollar figure or a set amount of meals.

9. Organic Goodies

Nuture your favourite new mum with some lovely products that will make her feel special. This could be anything from organic skincare and makeup to chemical-free perfumes. 

For more gorgeous gift ideas for new mums, look at our Experience Gifts for Mums.