Being pregnant for nine months is...a lot to say the least. And IMO, anyone who embarks on this journey deserves the most praise and love. With that being said, if you have a new mom in your life, we encourage you to shower them with allll the presents and goodies as they adjust to life with their new lil angel. If you need some help coming up with ideas, we highly suggest going the gift basket route since you can get them an assortment of fun treats instead of just one! They'll be grateful to have all the help they can get, trust us.
And because we know you won't settle for anything that's not totally top-notch, we've gathered only the best gift baskets for new moms that'll have them SO thankful they have someone as thoughtful as you in their life. (FYI: It also makes a great Mother's Day gift!) You have a bunch of options to choose from in this list—so whether your post-partum pal loves wine, needs a spa night, or is in the market for some chic baby supplies, we know you'll find exactly what you're looking for below.
Postpartum care is no joke and one new mamas might even overlook in an effort to prioritize their bebé. Make sure they feel taken care of with this box that includes a new soft robe, disposable underwear, witch hazel relief wipes, soothing smooth whipped shea belly butter, disposable nursing breast pads, and more self-care goodies.
Help the lil guy catch some Z’s, and therefore, your friend get some beauty rest with this naptime basket. Included is a super adorbz cuddly blanket, a sleep gown, a pair of socks, a toy soccer ball, and a polar bear rattle.
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This cozy kit for mom
Nurtured9 The Peaceful Postpartum New Mom Gift Box
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This cozy kit for mom
Nurtured9 The Peaceful Postpartum New Mom Gift Box
Having a newborn around is obvi a big life change, and will no doubt mean a few sleepless nights for mom. For the days when she needs a bit of a reset, this basket filled with tea, cloud-like slippers, a box of delicious cookies, and a non-toxic candle paired with matches will help them get back into the tranquility of it all—if only for a bit.
Here’s a thoughtfully curated care package that could help her ease back into the groove of things. In this basket, she’ll find a heat and cooling pack, belly balm, herbal infused postpartum pads, and more.
Practicing self-care regularly can be a struggle even without adding a baby to the mix. This box with body lotion, shower steamers, and herbal lip balm ensures mom knows it's okay to carve out some time to take care of herself.
Sometimes just letting someone know you’re here for them is the hug they need. This kit has products that both mom and her bundle of joy will appreciate with its swaddle, crochet bear rattle, and some tasty treats (for mom) to enjoy.
Is she the type of mom who started planning her child’s college expenses all before even giving birth? This gift set will help her get back to her organizing groove as a new mom with big plans—after she gives herself some well needed time to rest, of course. She’ll receive a new notepad, notebook, candle, tumbler, and some mini matches.
In addition to a new bath duck, mom will have to grab some other essentials to clean up her lil one. This kit has a gentle 3-in-1 gel for cleansing, shampooing, and drawing a bubble bath with a citrus fragrance. There’s also a fitting orange slice bath toy and erbaviva baby oil for her to apply onto her baby’s skin after they get out of the water. Once mom is done, the included rainbow swaddle and silicone pacifier will make the process seamless from start to finish.
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This transitional box to use at the hospital and beyond
Bodily Care Care for Birth Box
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This transitional box to use at the hospital and beyond
In addition to must-have products for breast-feeding moms, this kit also comes with two guidebooks for her and whoever is helping support her throughout this journey.
Surprise surprise, babies grow up so fast. Help her savor every minute with this keepsake box to store mementos from important milestones (such as baby’s first tooth!).
Mama deserves to be pampered too! This box has a bunch of self-care goodies like rose tulsi herbal tea, sea salt candle, hand-crafted magnolia soap, and chocolate to really complete her wind-down ritual.
Looking for a gender-neutral gift basket? This one promises to keep their baby content with a muslin swaddling cloth, cotton onesie with matching bib and socks, plush teddy bear (6 inches), plus practical bathing needs.
This box is filled with items that will support an expectant mother through birth and her recovery. This includes a set of “fourth phase” affirmations, a belly wrap, a rose quartz gua sha, nipple salve, and more.
In addition to disposable period underwear (she’ll need as many as she can get), this kit also includes natural feminine wash, organic cotton wipes, and collagen sheet masks for mom to adjust to her new routine.
Babies can be…quite a mess when they eat. This box comes with an organic muslin swaddle, bath mitt, pacifier clip, pacifier case, stacking cups, and burp cloths that will make feeding the little one as tidy as can be.
Some moms have set ~themes~ or ~aesthetics~ for their baby's room. And if there's happens to be "adventure," this one is so fitting. This neutral set includes a cotton footed sleeper, an organic muslin swaddle, a silicone bib, and the All Aboard National Parks: A Wildlife Primer Board nook by Lucy Darling.
This basket has one very special item Mom might have been missing over the course of the last nine months: wine. Along with some more baby essentials—like a plush toy and onesie—this assortment is sure to make her feel sooo giddy.
If there's any type of gift a new mother loves, it's one that her bb will adore. How can you not have heart-eyes over the sleek utensils, the stacking rings game, and the assortment of milestone cards?!
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This oral care set
Spotlight Oral Care Mom To Be Luxury Pregnancy Gift Set
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This oral care set
Spotlight Oral Care Mom To Be Luxury Pregnancy Gift Set
This vegan-friendly dental set was made by mothers and dentists to specifically support the oral health of moms-to-be during their pregnancy and breastfeeding. (Um, if you didn't know dental care during pregnancy is super important.) It comes with pregnancy toothpaste, a sonic toothbrush, a pink jade roller, and a pink eye mask.
Daisy Maldonado is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan who loves writing about fashion trends, must-have beauty products, and digital culture. When she's not writing, you can almost certainly find her shopping (she knows her credit card numbers by heart) or obsessing over celebrity news. Although she’s acquired an extensive closet over the years, her favorite item she owns is a Harry Styles Love On Tour hoodie she purchased at his concert in Manchester. Daisy's work has appeared on Refinery29, The Daily Beast, E! News, Allure and more. Keep up with all of her chaotic travels, NYC life and fashionable moments on her Instagram.
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