43 Best Gifts for New Moms, According to New Parents 2024

The best gifts for new moms bring the focus back to her when the baby has taken over, well, just about every aspect of her life. They have the power to make her feel special when she may be feeling all out of sorts, making the more mundane tasks (cleaning burp cloths and prepping bottles ‘round the clock) feel somehow more manageable.

We’re not talking baby gifts, because there’s an important distinction to be made here. Think of it this way: Baby gifts are those long-fulfilled baby shower registry items, like onesies, sleep sacks, and feeding accessories. Gifts for moms, on the other hand, are purely for her benefit. Like a fresh meal so she doesn’t have to cook, childcare services, or a self-care gift to help her relax. Think new silk pillowcases to help her get the most of her limited sleep and comfy pajamas (since she’ll be living in them). Other nice-to-haves include top-rated diaper bags (or go in with a friend on a designer diaper bag) which the new moms we asked said were a must for keeping hands free for all things baby.

The best gifts for new moms, at a glanceBest Overall: Ugg Tazz Slippers, $130Best Budget-Friendly Gift: Lucy Darling Baby Memory Book, $49Best Relaxing Gift: Miko Foot Massager, $130Best Self-Care Gift: Hatch Mama Must-Haves Kit, $128Best Gift from Husbands: UrbanStems Flower SubscriptionThe best gifts for new moms by categoryGifts That Aren’t for the BabyGifts for After the BirthLuxury GiftsTrendy GiftsUnique GiftsThings They Need for ThemselvesBest New Mom Gifts Under $50Best New Mom Gifts Under $25Gifts That Aren’t for the Baby

Pamper her with cozy gifts that will help her get enough sleep, ease back into her routine, and help her feel her best. And yes, they all double as great gift ideas for pregnant women too.

UGG Tazz Platform Slippers

First-time moms always talk about how much time they spend on their feet, so we’re certain that these will make standing, rocking, and cleaning the baby slightly better at the end of the day. “I thought my feet hurt when I was pregnant,” says Glamour contributor Brigitt Earley. “But those early days? I don’t think I ever stood more in my life—especially with my second child, since he quite literally refused to be put down.” Plus, can you ever go wrong with a classic pair of slip-ons?

Mellanni Sheets Set (Queen)

“After the whole postpartum healing period and months of nursing, my sheets felt so grimy, and I desperately needed a refresh,” says Earley. “A luxe pair of sheets would be such a treat for a new mom, and you really can’t go wrong with this Amazon bestseller.”

Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Instant Camera

“My camera roll basically exploded immediately following the birth of my baby,” says Earley. An instant camera is a fun way to indulge the snap-happy new mom, delivering printed photos as quickly as she can take them.

Vivitest Ceramic Diffuser

When you’re spending a lot of time in hibernation mode, little things that make the home feel a little more special have a big impact. A diffuser for essential oils is a great alternative to candles, especially during the newborn period when new parents may be a little nervous about sending any synthetic fragrances into the air.

HOKA Bondi 8 Running Shoe

“Getting out of the house for stroller walks saved my sanity, so I would have loved a sneaker upgrade,” says says Glamour deputy editor Anna Moeslein. These are one of our editor favorites, plus frequently recommended walking shoes by podiatrists, because they’re lightweight, supportive, and have bouncy foam soles for added cushion. Plus, they come in all kinds of fun colors.

Loop Switch Earplugs

No matter how in love the proud parents are, there’s only so much high-pitched crying you can take. And now, there’s a brilliant solution: earplugs that filter sound rather than cancel it out. Think of it this way: It helps reduce all of the high pitch sounds you don’t want to hear—shrill crying or loud cartoons, for example—while still allowing you to participate in conversation and hear what’s happening in a room. “These have been life-changing for me,” says Earley. “I pop these in every day around dinner time when my kids are all riled up and I can feel myself getting impatient. It helps take the edge off, but I can still parent appropriately.”

Mom of the Year Sweatshirt

“My new title, “Mom,” felt novel for a long time, and I loved any opportunity to display it loud and proud,” one new parent told us. “Not to mention, I spent way more time than I care to admit in black leggings and loungewear like this sweatshirt during those first three or four months.”

Teardrop Breast Milk Ring and Necklace Set

“Every person’s breastfeeding journey is a unique experience, but I think anyone who has done it can agree that feeding your baby from your own body is an accomplishment worth celebrating,” says Stephanie McNeal, Glamour’s senior editor. “When I was breastfeeding my daughter, I began to yearn for a way to always remember this tiring, special, unrelenting but fleeting experience, and landed on breastmilk jewelry.” It may sound weird to turn your breast milk into a necklace, but it’s actually a very simple process. “All I did was send them one of the spare packs of frozen milk I already had on hand,” says McNeal. “A few months later, I received a gorgeous necklace with a perfect oval stone that you would seriously never believe used to be milk. It’s a sweet reminder of what she and I accomplished together.”

LuxuryDaintyJewelry Dainty Birthstone Ring

A birthstone ring, like this one, is a great piece for everyday wear. “I have something very similar that I wear in a stack with my wedding band and engagement ring,” says Earley. “I love that it adds a little color, but even more than that, I love the symbolism behind it: a reminder of the family we’ve built.”

Things They Need for Themselves

Of course, we can’t forget about the useful essentials new moms will need everyday, like a handy backpack, a travel-friendly changing kit, and comfy sleepwear.

Lululemon New Parent Backpack

Many parents find that diaper-bag backpacks are more convenient than totes, and this one from Lululemon scores high marks. “I couldn’t live without mine,” says Earley. “Especially after my twins—kiddos number three and four—were born. I needed to bring a lot everywhere, plus needed both hands at all times.” It’s roomy, it’s stylish, and you can use it way after the toddler years—a win all around.

Dagne Dover Joey Changing Kit

“I think a portable changing pad is a must for a new mama,” says Bronfman. This one from mom-beloved brand Dagne Dover is perhaps the most stylish option available anywhere, complete with a stroller strap and easy-to-clean surfaces.

J.Crew Short-Sleeve Pajama Pant Set

There’s something about motherhood that warms you up to the idea of luxurious pajamas—even if you’ve always slept in an oversized tee and sweats. “These feel very similar to my beloved Eberjeys, but because, unlike Eberjey, you can often find them on sale, they’re usually half the price,” says Glamour’s commerce director, Brie Schwartz. “They’re so soft that they’re one of the few brands that I can wear without a camisole underneath (no chafing!), and you can even get the pair with a monogram.”

Lunya Washable Silk Robe

A robe isn’t necessarily a ground-breaking idea for new moms, but make it silk—now we’re talking. “I felt anything but glamorous in the weeks following childbirth, but little luxuries like this machine-washable (yep, really!) silk robe helped me feel at least a little bit more human,” one new mom told us.

Audible Subscription

When the baby is up in the middle of the night in a dark nursery, Audible’s subscription service makes the perfect companion (besides that snuggly little one, of course). “I got really into audiobooks and podcasts during my maternity leave,” says Earley. “It was a huge sanity saver for me and made me feel more productive than just scrolling my social feeds at all hours of the day.”

Best New Mom Gifts Under $50

Shopping on a budget? Below are gifts under $50 and under $25 that still feel meaningful.

Baby Shusher Sleep Soother Sound Machine

The Baby Shusher is the ultimate crowdpleaser—and Shatken goes so far as it to call it the gift that keeps on giving. “Although we use a sound machine at night, I still consider this gadget a must-have. It perfectly emulates a verbal shhh and is ideal for calming down an overtired baby at nap time. You can set it for 15- or 30-minute increments to help get your baby to sleep or just calm down a tantrum. It is truly a miracle machine,” she says.

Nodpod Gentle Pressure Sleep Mask

Sleep can be tough to come by in the early days of parenthood, but this best-selling sleep mask can help her pack in as much shut-eye as possible. It’s soft and heavy, like a weighted blanket for your eyes. “It seems like such a simple thing, but this eye mask really helped me sleep when my mind was running a million miles an hour in those early days,” says Joanna Park, a mom to two in New Jersey. “The light pressure relaxed me when nothing else would.”

Slip Abbey Silk Scrunchies Gift Set

“After having my babies, I wanted to look as put together as possible but couldn’t stand having my long hair down—it was always getting caught while holding the baby or, worse, getting spit up on it,” says Earley. “These silk scrunchies made me feel a little bit better about my constant messy bun.” Plus, the gentle silk material can even help prevent further breakage and postpartum hair loss.

Best New Mom Gifts Under $25

Lucy Darling Linen Covered Luxury Baby Memory Book

“This baby book is exactly what I asked my mother-in-law for after my first child was born,” says Earley. “The prospect of walking through my son’s first year felt like such an important milestone. There was just so much to look forward to, and I wanted to make sure I remembered it all forever.” The prompted style makes things easier on the busy new parent—just fill in the blanks and paste in photos or mementos.

MonétBeauty Ice Globes

These soothing tools fight puffiness and redness, two skin concerns sleep-deprived new moms may be dealing with. They also act as a great reminder to take some time for herself each day, even if it’s just a few minutes for her skin care routine.

Mom’s One Line a Day: A Five-Year Memory Book

“I bought one of these for myself in the beginning of my journey into motherhood and have been blessed that I was able to start a second one,” one Amazon reviewer writes. “I cannot express how therapeutic this journal is for a person waiting for their child and for after their child comes. It is hope, laughs, frustrations, and joy. Besides that, it makes it easy to document things about not only your child’s progress, but also your own. It’s simple—one sentence a day.”

The Secret Language of Birthdays: Your Complete Personology Guide for Each Day of the Year

You realize pretty quickly that your baby is a real person with their own unique personality. “I found myself staring at my kids a lot, wondering what they’d be like once they started smiling, laughing, and talking,” says Earley. “This book, which gives you some insight into personality based on how the stars aligned the day they were born, has long been a family favorite. We have so much fun reading all about everyone in the family, including any new additions.”

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