We’re Absolutely Obsessed With These 15 Gifts for New Moms

Picking out gifts for new moms isn't the easiest, so we gathered some affordable finds every mom will appreciate.

Becoming a mom is both the most beautiful and most difficult experience a woman can take on. To make things easier for the new mom in your life, pick out a gift she’ll actually use.

Forget flowers and balloons. These new mom gift ideas are so good that she’ll be calling you at 3 a.m. and thanking you. (Sorry!)

A Nursing Bra That’s Actually Comfortable

ThirdLove

Why moms need a ThirdLove bra (or two): ThirdLove is awesome for a number of reasons. Firstly, they offer half sizes so that you can get a perfect fit, which is extra important for new moms in need of comfortable support. Secondly, if you’re an educator, you can get fitted for a free bra in honor of back-to-school season! That offer can only be redeemed in-store, but teachers, military and medical personnel, and first responders get 15 percent off all the time.

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Plus, Some Lightweight Ones for Lounging

Suekaphin / Amazon

Why moms need the Suekaphin Nursing Bra Five Pack: For going out to run errands or to work, structured support is appreciated. At home, new moms just want to be comfortable. Going sans-bra isn’t for everyone, though, especially in the early days of breastfeeding. These come in so many colors, and they’re stretchy yet supportive.

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A Travel Mug That Keeps Drinks Hot for Hours

Ember / Amazon

Why moms need the Ember Temperature Control Travel Mug: Think you reheat your coffee too often? Just wait until you have a newborn. When you’re out for long stroller walks or trips to the pediatrician, your coffee is bound to get cold. Ember travel mugs keep beverages hot for up to three hours while out and about — or forever when placed on the charging pad. The mama in your life will never have to microwave her coffee three times in a row again.

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A Stoller Organizer for Aforementioned Mug

Non-Slip Stroller Organizer With Cup Holders

Swanoo / Amazon

Why moms need a non-slip stroller organizer: What’s the point of having hot coffee if you have no place to put it? This stroller organizer stays put, and it has plenty of compartments for drinks, your phone and small baby essentials. (Just note that you want to be careful not to spill the coffee, as these stroller organizers often suggest not using hot beverages.)

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A Soothing Bath Soak

Pink Stork / Amazon

Why moms need Pink Stork Pregnancy Flakes: Pregnancy and childbirth is beautiful, but it’s not exactly glamorous. Aches and pains are a part of the deal, especially in the first few weeks of postpartum recovery. A soothing magnesium salt soak helps reduce soreness and improve mood. Plus, it’s relaxing!

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A Book Literally Every Mom Relates To

Akashic Books / Amazon

Why moms need “Go the **** to Sleep”: This one first went viral after Samuel L. Jackson read it aloud on YouTube. It’s hilarious, honest and slightly off-color. If a new mom claims she doesn’t relate, she’s lying — because who hasn’t wished their baby would just go to sleep already? The witching hour is real, and moms need all the moral support they can get.

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Plus, the Sequel

Akashic Books / Amazon

Why moms need “****, Now There Are Two of You”: Technically, this is the third book in the series, but it’s a perfect gift for moms welcoming a second child. Because yes, now there are two of them, and the advice to “sleep when the baby sleeps” is pretty much useless. Throw in a Starbucks gift card, and you’re onto something.

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Soothing Butter for … Things

Earth Mama / Amazon

Why moms need an Earth Mama 2-Piece Gift Set: When you become a mom, things get chaffed. You need to moisturize things you never thought would need moisturizing. This set covers both mom and baby, so neither of them has to be uncomfy or sore.

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The Classic Moby Wrap

Moby / Amazon

Why moms need the Moby Wrap Baby Carrier: Holding a new baby is one of the most heartwarming moments one can experience. When you do it 24/7, however, 8 pounds starts to feel like a lot. The Moby Wrap has more than 4,000 positive reviews from parents who love how easy it becomes to hold their baby hands-free.

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An Air Fryer, Obviously

Ninja / Amazon

Why moms need the Ninja Foodi 10-in-1 Air Fryer: There’s a reason air fryers have become a huge cooking craze. They make it a breeze to prep tasty meals in minutes, and this one includes a pressure cooker feature, too. The air fryer function comes with “tender-crisp technology” that makes almost any food perfectly crisp without drowning it in oil.

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Shampoo and Conditioner That Helps Hair Growth

Revita Shampoo and Conditioner for Thinning Hair by DS Laboratories

DS Laboratories / Amazon

Why moms need Revita Shampoo and Conditioner: Your hair never looks better than when you’re pregnant. So. Thick. After your baby arrives, it’s a different story. Hair naturally falls out more than usual. While it does rebound in time, thickening shampoo and conditioner can help it bounce back faster.

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A Nourishing Night Serum

L'Oreal Paris Age Perfect Cell Renewal Midnight Anti-Aging Face Serum with Patented Antioxidant

L’Oreal Paris / Amazon

Why moms need the L’Oreal Paris Age Perfect Cell Renewal Midnight Anti-Aging Face Serum: No matter what age you are when you have a baby, sleepless nights take a toll on your skin. A night serum is a perfect gift for new moms, and this one gets the job done without breaking the bank.

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Ultra-Rich Body Butter

Moroccanoil Body Butter Fragrance Originale, 6.7 Fl Oz

Moroccanoil / Amazon

Why moms need Moroccanoil Body Butter: Whether they’re trying to avoid stretch marks during pregnancy or just trying to soothe dry skin, what mom wouldn’t love a decadent, non-greasy body butter? This one combines several rich butters with hyaluronic acid that helps seal in moisture for all-day, dry-skin relief.

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If You Really Want to Splurge, Get Her a Silk Sheet Set

Thxsilk / Amazon

Why moms need the Thxsilk Silk Sheet Set: Getting a good night of sleep with a newborn is almost impossible. Offer mom a few hours of free babysitting, plus a satiny, smooth silk bedding set to help her wind down and enjoy a much needed nap.

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A Comforting Weighted Blanket

Cottonblue / Amazon

Why moms need the 15-pound Cottonblue Weighted Blanket: Weighted blankets are helpful for so many things, from more restful sleep to anxiety relief. Even if a new mom isn’t suffering from postpartum depression or anxiety, a cozy weighted blanket can help her make the most of those precious Zs.

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