Being a new mom is scary, so help take the stress away with thoughtful gifts she’ll appreciate on her first Mother’s Day. Who doesn’t need an at-home spa day or a diaper subscription service that’s a lifesaver? Why not spoil her with meaningful jewelry she can pass on to her kids? Shop 15 gift ideas for first-time mamas with this roundup—and don’t forget to give her the best gift of all: babysit every once in a while.
Diapers & Wipes Bundle
try.honest.com
$79.95
Diapers, diapers, diapers: A new mom will be forever grateful for you setting them up with a subscription service from Honest, which supplies products made from sustainable materials like plant-based wipes.
Baby Books First Year Memory Book
amazon.com
$34.99
This book will help them keep track of every moment of their little tyke’s first year here on earth.
Teak Bathtub Caddy
bedbathandbeyond.com
$39.99
No one deserves a bath more than a new mom. Set up a soak and fill this caddy, with strategically placed snacks, drinks, and a new book.
Tie Dye Organic Baby Polo Bodysuit
burtsbeesbaby.com
$11.95
Burt’s Bees doesn’t just make lip balm, they make super cute baby clothes like this organic onesie, too.
Food Subscription Boxes
plated.com
$11.95
The struggle of cooking an adult meal (beyond baby food) can be daunting. Take the thinking out of the equation by setting your new mom up with a tasty meal plan.
Flap Diaper Bag
nordstrom.com
$1,190.00
Designer diaper bags are kind of silly, but this chic bag is one she can continue to wear past her baby’s toddler phase.
Cece Polished Leather Chain Shoulder Bag
macys.com
$378.00
If you want to gift a less baby-focused bag, check out Michael Michael Kors’ newest style, the Cece. It’s the kind of bag teenage-you would steal from your mom’s closet.
V-10 Sneakers
net-a-porter.com
$150.00
Running around with a tiny tot requires comfortable footwear. Treat her to a pair that are easy to wear daily, but still look super stylish.
All Natural Retinol Infused Eye Mask
net-a-porter.com
$40.00
She. Is. Tired. Help combat eye bags with a massive set of under eye masks. We love KNC ones because they’re infused with collagen, retinol, and Hyaluronic Acid to combat puffiness and dark circles.
Letter Cutie Charm
catbirdnyc.com
$186.00
If birthstones aren’t her thing, opt for meaningful pendants instead. Create a multi-charm necklace by loadiong it up with meaningful talismans like her baby’s initial, lockets, and more.
Matcha Golde Tumeric Tonic Blend
shop.goop.com
$29.00
She gave up coffee, but still needs a daily pick me up. The trendy beverage du jour is a tumeric matcha latte, which is basically a wellness retreat in a cup.
Julliard Sweater
net-a-porter.com
$505.00
Everyone, especially moms, needs a sweater that makes you instantly happier. This bubble gum number is the kind of thing they can throw on and go and automatically know they look cute.
Temptation Underwire Maternity/Nursing Bra
nordstrom.com
$69.99
Sadly nursing bras are…not cute. Make her feel great with this racy bra by Hotmilk, a brand on a mission to revamp boring maternity undergarments.
Make My Day Soft Silicone Baby Bib with Gift Box
amazon.com
$17.99
A silicone bib is practical. A silicone bib that will make her baby a teeny cowboy is ridiculously adorable. What I’m trying to say is that this is the perfect gift.
Sylvia Perforated Slim Continental Wallet
katespade.com
$178.00
Now that she’s a mom, it’s time for her to have a Mom Wallet, i.e. a giant zip-around style that can hold years-old receipts.
Justine Carreon is the market editor at ELLE.com covering fashion, Dutch ovens, and fashion again.