Figuring out what to get for a new mum can be a challenge, especially since most gifts are often focused on the baby instead of her. While a fun present for the baby is always appreciated, nothing is better than finding a gift that will ensure the mum herself enjoys her first months of being a parent.
The hardest part of being a new mum is taking care of two people now. On top of everything else, she probably hasn’t had much rest and is dealing with sleepless nights. Make her first few months as easy on her as possible with gifts that will help her and baby get some extra sleep during those long nights.
A Gift Basket Full with Treats
Gift baskets are the perfect one-stop way to find a gift that’s perfect for the mum-to-be. Whether you’re looking for something luxuriously indulgent and spa-inspired, or want to give her a selection of practical yet stylish items, there’s a new baby present delivery option to suit every mum-to-be. A new mum gift basket has the advantage that it can be put together with a lot less effort than shopping for individual items.
Treat the new parents to a lovely gift basket full of sweets and some things they really need: newborn baby clothes, soft toys, a baby book or some beautiful stationery for the new mum to write down all her first moments with her little one. Make sure the toys are machine washable though so that mum can quickly give the toy a clean when the little one decides to practice his or her drool on it! You can add a gorgeous photo album to hold all those precious photographs they’ll be taking right from birth and all through those early months.
Don’t forget a useful magazine such as Mother & Baby magazine to offer practical advice on everything from feeding and bathing techniques to understanding how the baby’s mind works and how he will develop over time. You can also add in a lovely bath set, fluffy slippers and an aromatherapy face mask to make sure mum feels nurtured and relaxed.
Make sure you have phoned ahead to find out what she really needs and make sure you check what size of clothes she needs too so that you don’t buy the wrong thing! And don’t forget to add in her favourite tea or coffee or alcoholic beverage because no matter how much she loves her baby, every woman needs an adult beverage once in a while!
Cosy Sleepwear so She Can Relax
One of the best gifts for new mothers is sleepwear. Sleepwear makes a great gift because it gives her something soft and cozy to wear when she is relaxing with her baby at home. Many of the styles have matching pieces for both mum and baby, so she will have something cute to put her baby in as well.
Since new mothers are so busy with their babies, you want to make sure that she can get some rest whenever she has a chance. It is especially important that she gets a lot of sleep in the first few weeks after giving birth, so she can recover from giving birth and be ready to take care of her baby. Sleepwear makes an ideal gift for a new mother because you can choose colours and patterns that will match the nursery theme or other décor in her home. Sleepers are also ideal because they are comfortable, easy to wear and are usually made with very soft materials that are perfect for cuddling up with your little one.
Baby Blankets
There are many reasons why baby blankets make the perfect gift for a new mum. For starters, they are extremely useful. Babies can be born in almost any kind of weather or temperature, and blankets are always needed for the child to keep warm, even in the summer. They are also very cozy and comforting to a newborn baby, helping them sleep better while cuddling their favourite plush toy, so both parents will appreciate it. Finally, they’re often used at diaper changes, which makes them handy and clean. A blanket is great to have on hand at all times.
A Nourishing Self-Care Packet
A self-care packet is a gift that may seem small but can have a big impact. It contains small luxuries, like candles and bath salts. But it also contains practical items, like lotion or bath oil, to help with postpartum skincare.
When you’re buying a self-care packet, these are some of the practical items you may want to include:
• Lotion
• Nail file
• Deodorant
• Lip balm
• Razor
• Shaving cream
• Postpartum pads (although they’re not just for postpartum!)
• Bandages and ointment for sore nipples or other skin irritations
• Towel and washcloth (or loofah) for the shower
• Feeding supplies and diapers
Get some tea bags or make some hot cocoa for your friend. Many postpartum women say their favourite drink is tea so this is an easy and thoughtful gift! You can also buy some custom mugs with the parents’ names and their baby.
To Sum Up
In the end, it’s often the little things that mean the most. This is why the best new baby present delivery services focus on what matters most to these tired parents: taking care of their newborn baby(s) and getting some much-needed rest. Think of these items as practical presents that are sure to be appreciated and maybe even used as a few extra minutes of shut-eye.
