New Parent Gift Guide: 14 Best Gifts For New Mums

No one needs a dose of TLC more than mums, who are busy caring for growing bumps, newborns, demanding toddlers and so on (and on and on). We think it's only fair that they are the recipients of the best presents. These are, in our opinion, the best gifts for new mums, from newly pregnant mamas to sleep deprived warriors in the depths of the fourth trimester. 

Whether, you're in the thick of postpartum life yourself, or your friend is cooking up your little one's future BFF, you'll find the best gifts for new mums and mums-to-be right here – no baby gifts allowed.

Keep scrolling to discover the best gifts for new parents. Basically, the next best thing to a full night's sleep and a much-deserved back rub.

1. Best gift for a new mum

Put down the cute rabbit toy, what the new mum in your life really needs is a gift that's all about her. This gift set comes with a bath soak for postpartum recovery, a calming tea blend, a reviving Face and Space Mist from Sabi, a For The Creators cotton bag and a 4 day rental voucher, so she can rent something that makes her feel great in her fourth trimester. 

2. Best gift for a mum-to-be

The ultimate gift for a pregnant mama? This set of mum-approved brands. It's relaxation in a box, thanks to the Hatch Mama Calm Bath Soak and Bump Mask, Self Care Company Calm Soy Candle Lavender and Orange and Desmond & Dempsey Cotton bed socks. She'll also get a 4 day For The Creators rental voucher. 

3. Best gift for your pregnant wife

Disclaimer: most new mums feel like that 9+ months of pregnancy, birth and those immediate postpartum weeks can leave new mums feeling like we can't remember how to get dressed. And if we can, like nothing fits our postpartum bodies or our new lives. It can feel overwhelming. Gift her the chance to try out some new outfits that fit this season of life with a For The Creators Membership. 

4. Best gift for the mum who is about to give birth

Why do we so often wait until the baby arrives before buying a gift? Send some love to your pal on the final stretch with this 3rd Trimester gift set, featuring Hottea Mama Raspberry Final Push Tea, a Hatch Bump Mask and Hatch Mini Belly Oil. 

5. Best gift for a new mum friend

The fact that your hair decides to start falling out when you are at your most sleep-deprived, vulnerable, postpartum moment is one of life's great injustices. Help your new NCT pal feel slightly more in control with this healthy hair duo: 

• Myrtle & Maude Postpartum Hair Revival tea 
• Myrtle & Maude Postpartum Hair Growth Mask
• 'In need of snacks & naps' tote

6. Best gift for a first time mum

How can you really support a freshly postpartum, first time mum? Look after her so she can look after the tiny baby. Gift her some calm and comfort with this set, which is made up of a Desmond & Dempsey Eye Mask, Desmond & Dempsey Socks and Self Care Company Calm Soy Candle Lavender and Orange.

For bonus points: also send her some snacks and offer to watch the baby while she takes a nap at a time of her choosing.

7. Best gift for the sleep deprived mum pal

Sleep deprivation is the worst. We've been there. If the new parents in your life are really struggling with lack of sleep, the best gift you can give them is time watching the baby so they can take a nap. Next best thing? Help them optimise the rest they are getting with this set, complete with:

• Desmond & Dempsey eye mask
• This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray
• MOTHER MOTHER Magnesium Spray
• Full time nap negotiator' tote 

8. Best gift for your pregnant sister

Hear us out: socks are actually be one of the best gifts for new mums. When your body doesn't feel like your own anymore, nothing fits and comfort is hard to come by, a new soft pair of socks is surprisingly soothing.

9. Best gift for mum, from the baby

You've been tasked with buying mama a gift from the new baby, and the tiny one isn't being much help... Give her the gift of rest and sleep (if only in small doses): Hatch Nipple and Lip Rescue Balm, Desmond & Dempsey Cotton Eye Mask and a Self Care Company Rose Geranium and Bergamot Self Love Aromatherapy Roll on. The perfect gift for a new mum, from the sleep thief themselves.

10. Best gift for a newly pregnant mum

The best thing you can gift a mama-to-be as she begins her journey into motherhood? We're biased, but we'd say an outfit that sparks joy. A For The Creators gift card will gift her a rental or two when she needs it most. 

11. Best gift for your pregnant BFF

Tell her you're thinking about her (and not just the delicious newborn snuggles you're going to enjoy soon) with the Pregnancy Pamper Gift Set. It's like a mini spa day for her bump, with Hatch Mama Belly Oil roll on and a lush Belly Mask.

12. Best gift for a new mum after a C-section

Designed to help with that immediate post-c-section recovery period, this gift set is ideal for a pregnant mama planning a c-section or someone very newly postpartum. Inside they'll find:

• mint tea
• chewing gum
• a pair of high waisted Dame absorbent pants
• cult fave Naydaya Scar Cream
• Clare Bourne All About Mum cards
• Desmond & Dempsey eye mask 
• 1 month For The Creators membership

13. Best gift for a breastfeeding mum

Easy to use and comfortable to wear, this crop top-style bra comes in a softly textured waffle rib knit. It's also got a zip front for stylish and seamless breastfeeding access. It's the dream. 

14. Best gift for a newborn baby

OK, we know we said no baby gifts but should you want to add something extra to you cart then look no further. The best gifts for newborn babies are the gifts that are really for the new mum. Enter Avery Row's beautiful muslin squares. They are soft and aesthetically pleasing enough to sling over a shoulder.