12 Holiday Gifts to Pamper New Moms
Nov 30, 2017
The baby shower has come and gone, and you’ve gifted your BFF with onesies galore, tear-free bath products, and enough teeny-tiny little hooded towels to last into the toddler years. Now the baby is here, and you need a gift for the new mama. Not just any gift — a holiday present. It’s time to put the new mom in the spotlight to brighten up her season. What could be better than presents that will make her life easier?
Philosophy Fresh Cream & Mint Glazed Body Soufflé
It’s winter, which means mama’s stretched-out skin is dryer than dry. Not only does this superbly scented moisturizer meld a wake-you-up minty fragrance with “fresh cream” (it smells vanilla-y), but it also smooths out rough skin. And forget about those gunky, oily creams that will get all over everything: This one is lightweight and sinks right in.
Ugg Aira Knit Slippers
These UGG slippers are perfect for those cold mornings. The wool lining will keep feet warm and cozy, and that’s what the new mom needs right now. Whether she’s up at 2am to feed the baby or hanging with the kiddo on a lazy Sunday afternoon, these slip-ons will be totally welcome.
Mouth Foods Java Junkie
Gone are the days of sleeping in until noon. Now that your friend is a mom, she’s up all night. And then again at 5am. And in the middle of what was supposed to be her afternoon nap. Coffee has gone from something she wants to something she needs. This gorgeous gift box includes DIY cold brew kits, Sumatra Aceh coffee, chocolate espresso cookies, and even a yummy white chocolate & coffee bar.
Himalayan Glow Pink Salt Dimmer Lamp
The blinding electric glow of regular bulbs just won’t cut it when it comes to the middle-of-the-night diaper changes. Any new mommy will seriously appreciate the soft light from this lamp. Oh, and then there’s the holistic health benefits — the warmed lamp supposedly enhances ionic balance.
Heavenly Tea Leaves Sampler
Coffee may be the name of the game when it comes to new mommying. But sometimes your BFF just needs a mental break. A warm cup of tea on a chilly winter night can definitely help with that.
Dria All-in-One Nursing Cover
It’s a poncho. It’s a nursing cover-up. And it’s a car seat/stroller cover. All of these things and wrinkle-free too? Your new mama friend will thank you for this amazingly useful gift.
Pure Cashmere Throw
She has dozens of baby blankets, but mom is cold too. She sees her baby snuggling in the fluffy softness of their blankie and thinks, “What about me?” Indulge your friend with this super-soft blanket. It’s a wintertime treat that will keep her warm from her head to her feet!
Leader Bag Julien Leather Set
Who says a diaper bag has to look like one? The Julien backpack comes with stroller straps, a leather clutch, and a changing mat, and it has enough compartments to hold all of your friend and her baby’s things. Plus its modern style makes it the ideal everyday bag, whether she’s toting around a tot or not.
Netflix
Gift your BFF mama friend with a few months of Netflix. With a newborn setting the schedule, she doesn’t have time to watch her fave shows when they’re actually on. But she might just get a three-hour stretch while baby naps to binge-watch her guilty little TV pleasure.
Drybar Detox Dry Shampoo
Between feedings, diaper changes, and everything else your new mom friend is doing, showers have kind of become things of the past. But that doesn’t mean she doesn’t need a little boost now and then. Instead of a full-on hair wash, dry shampoo adds body and beauty without also adding too much time onto her daily schedule.
OtterBox Defender iPhone Case
Your friend is so not a techie, but she’ll still totally enjoy this holiday gift. When trying to juggle a baby, a diaper bag, pumping gear, and a car seat while texting means her brand-new iPhone takes an inevitable dive, this case goes the extra mile to keep it safe. One less thing to stress about is always welcome.
Mom Time Delivered Subscription Box
It might be hard for a new mom to think of herself, so this monthly subscription box is a friendly reminder to take some “me time.” Each box is curated with products from small business mom vendors and includes things like spa items, artisanal treats, and hand-picked gifts.
