Gifts for new mums are so fun to buy - and when you get it right it has the power to make life so much easier for the new mum in your life. We've researched tested and reviewed most useful and wanted presents for new mums, according to mums themselves.
A gift that will make a new mum feel heard and supported as she navigates matrescence, and also one that's useful in that whirlwind first few months with a new born. Like one of the best breast pumps or a swaddle. Either way, forget flowers and plants - a nice idea in theory, in practice, it's a chore with good intentions. And with Black Friday looming large, there are so many great gifts you can buy with impressive savings. We've taken a look for you so you can get a head start on bagging a bargain.
First, here's how we chose the best gifts for new mums;
- Reviews: We try to review all products we deem 'best' but where we've been unable to test ourselves, we dig deep into comments to check what consistently scored highly from verified shoppers who rate them for value and quality.
- Price: We have included gift ideas to suit all budgets. It's worth noting though that, some suggestions might be pricier than expected, but that's because we know that some people buy and gift from large groups.
- Variety: Life as a new mum can throw many curve balls your way and needs they never knew they had might crop up - from pelvic floor machines and water bottles to lip balms and cosy blankets, we've got you covered.
Founder of Don't Buy Her Flowers and mum-of-three, Steph Douglas agrees, she tells us; "I think new mums really need and deserve some TLC. Anything that will make life easier, offer comfort or soothe them. The best gifts I received when I had my babies were definitely in the ‘for mum’ category. Food was high up there, fancy moisturiser for my weary body, really soft socks, and reassuring words."
With this in mind, we've spoken to a number of mums in the new born phase and compiled a guide of great gifts that have been directly chosen or tried and tested by new mums themselves. We’ve found dainty 'mama' necklaces, post-natal pamper boxes, food boxes, and cosy dressing gowns. Not forgetting the best practical gifts, such as a non-leak, easy-to-use-with one-hand water bottle, and a sofa organiser so snacks, phone, book, and remote are all within reach. We've also taken into consideration different price points too, so you can happily find a gift that's budget-friendly and thoughtful. All that's left to do is scroll through the list and 'add to cart'...
48 best gifts for new mums 2023
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Best practical gift for new mums
RRP: £30 | Delivery: FREE | Refundable: FREE 30 days
“All my new mum friends complain about microwaving coffee every day. But this gift means I can't join in - my coffee stays hot for hours! And, the best news, it can hold one Starbucks Grande caramel skinny latte.” Tash, mum-of-twin boys tells us. The triple-insulated mug, while not designed for travelling, is perfect to keep your drink hot while you’re distracted… with a new baby.
Most sentimental gift for new mums
RRP: £85 | Delivery: FREE 2-3 days | Refundable: 28 days
"I love this, my daughter's teeny tiny fingerprint captured forever. I get teary when I think about it - in a good way." Lauren, mum to Nancy told us. This bespoke jewellery is so simple, you send an impression of your baby's finger in soft putty-like wax to CAST a perfect replica of your design in the finest recycled silver, gold or platinum, creating a priceless memory.
Best value gift for a new mum
RRP: £21 | Delivery: £2.75 or free over £25 | Refundable: 35 days, unopened
As best gifts for new mums go, this award-winning super blend calms both mind and body. Mum-of-two, Dee tells us; "I know it seems unlikely to help when you have a baby, but I rate this spray. It feels good to do something just for me."
Best pelvic floor gift for new mums
RRP: £29.99 Delivery: FREE Refundable: FREE 30 days, unopened
Easy-to-use weights to strengthen the pelvic floor. Whether the new mum in your life had a vaginal birth or C-section, the weight of a baby takes its toll on your pelvic floor regardless. Trust us when we say that this totally practical gift will be welcomed.
Mum-of-one, Jas tells us; "These really were a godsend 4 weeks in when I actually realised I no longer had a pelvic floor, especially when it came to sneezing or coughing. These took pelvic floor training to the next level. So easy to use."
Cutest keepsake for new mums
RRP: £11 | Delivery: FREE 2-3 days | Refundable: 28 Days to exchange
"Being a dad of two I know how children grow up fast and you soon forget how tiny they once were," dad, Lee tells us. "This inkless hand and footprint kit will help you remember how little they really were. Plus the inkless means your toddler can help."
Most luxurious gift for new mums
RRP: £39 | Delivery: FREE 2-3 days | Refundable: FREE 28 days
As gifts for new mums go, this trio is well-known to help with sleep. Mum-of-two, Kiryan tells us; "I was so tired after having my second child, so keeping these in arms-reach of a night really helped. My hands were so dry from constant hand-washing, the moisturiser really helped and smelled amazing. Plus it's such a lush brand, one that I could never justify buying for myself, making it the perfect gift. "
RRP: £15.83 | Delivery: FREE 2-3 days | Refundable: 30 days
Trust us, a one-handed water bottle is a perfect easy-to-us reminder for new mums to stay hydrated. Mum-of-one Steph tells us; "A water bottle with a leak-proof seal that I could open one-handed was an absolute game changer. I forgot to drink water in the newborn stage."
RRP: £148 | Delivery: FREE 2-3 days | Refundable: 28 days
Mum-of-twins, Dionne tells us a blanket for her was the most thoughtful gift; “my twins were born in November so it was cold! We had loads of baby blankets bought for them, but when my friend gave me an oversized blanket, I almost cried, Top tip; choose a colour the same as baby milk, that way it will blend right in.”
RRP: from £119 | Delivery: £5.90 FREE over £60 | Refundable: 30 days
Available in gold too and can be personalised. "My sister-in-law gifted me a bracelet engraved with my son's name," mum-of-two, Sam tells us. "It was such a thoughtful gift and something that I still treasure and wear years (and two more children) later!"
Best gift for self-care loving mums
RRP: £22 | Delivery: FREE over £25 | Refundable: FREE 30 days unopened
For new mums' self-care bumps down the list so make it easy with these non-sticky, easy-to-apply, eye masks. Mum-of-two Sara, swears by these. "They work, I promise. Even when surviving the 4-month sleep regression and a toddler waking at 5am... they work." These Pixi hydrogel eye patches instantly de-puff and revive the under-eye area. They come with a spatula to separate when getting them out.
Most classic gift for new mums
RRP: £35 | Delivery: FREE | Refundable: FREE 30 days unopened
A new mum appreciates a supply of snacks and caffeine. Family Editor at Goodto.com, Stephanie Lowe says; "I didn't get this as a gift, sadly. but, not only is food a winner this comes with a reusable tote bag, parents ALWAYS need bags.... to carry snacks for demanding toddlers." And, with M&S you're guaranteed good quality.
Most delicious gift for a new mum
RRP: £24.50 | Delivery: £3.95 | Refundable: 30 days unopened
Sleepless nights followed by long days is the new norm for new mums and chocolate is always welcome sugar hit. Mum-of-one Lucy says she never used to eat chocolate. "It wasn't until I had my daughter that I had a sweet tooth. I was always a savoury fan, but now? Anything I can eat one handed with a hard hit of energy is needed."
Hotel Chocolat chocolates feel like a luxury little treat.
RRP: £106.75 | Delivery: FREE | Refundable: 30 days unopened
This must-have pack of teething essentials will come in handy a few months down the line. Mum-of-one, Steph tells us that Cheeky Chompers bibs were a great investment for ages 6 months to at least 18 months old; "I love that the designs can really bring something to a baby outfit like a tie does to a suit. And the hard triangle was good for my son to chew while the Calpol kicked in." And at this price, it would make for a thoughtful group gift
Best baked gifts for new mums
RRP: from £8.50 | Delivery: £3.95 | Refundable: No returns
"I almost cried with joy when these fell through the letterbox," new mum, Jess tells us. "I hadn't gone shopping and was so hungry, but couldn't face the logistics of 'popping out'... but these? One-handed, in the mouth - easy and delicious!" As gifts for new mums go, this has to be the delicious cherry on the top. And, as the saying goes: "Fed is best." This rule is applicable to parents too. Plus they're also available in tasty gluten-free and vegan varieties too.
Most unusual but useful gift for new mums
RRP: £49.99 | Delivery: £3.95 or FREE over £50 | Refundable: FREE
While it might not seem the most obvious 'new mother' gift, it's useful for during all those night feeds, and will continue to be useful well into toddler-hood when they're waking for teething and night-time potty training. "This was the best gift. It has 10 different light settings. We used level 3 for night feeds to minimise waking, and 9 for a CODE BROWN situation." mum-of-one Chelle tells us.
Best book for new mums
RRP: £14.99 | Delivery: FREE | Refundable: FREE within 30 days
"My best friend bought this for my baby shower gift and all through my last trimester I was howling at it, it's funny and refreshingly honest! It helped put my mind at ease for what lay ahead and to set realistic expectations of my own motherhood and what that could look like." says mum-of-twins, Dee.
Written and compiled by Becca Maberly of A Mother Place this book will fill the void of information you may be missing. Now, newborns nap, a lot. So when you're not napping too, get stuck into this fantastically funny and raw but honest book about pregnancy, birth and parenthood - warts and all.
Best budget gift for new mums
RRP: £20.50 | Delivery: FREE | Refundable: FREE within 30 days
Once baby is born self-care genuinely slips down the list and basically surviving each day is a win (they’re worth it though, promise) buy this little wonder pot of rich hydration for your mum-to-be friend to keep next to their bed for 3.5 seconds of self-care every evening before sleep - her tired dry lips will thank you for it. Because forgetting to dink water can mean ry skin and lips.
Mum-of-twins Victoria tells us how breastfeeding left her so dehydrated; “I never had a problem with dry lips before having the girls, always forgetting to drink water never helped so having this next to my bed was a tiny balmy godsend each night.”
Best for breastfeeding-on-the-go new mums
RRP: £24.99 | Delivery: FREE | Refundable: FREE within 30 days
“I remember being so nervous to breastfeed outside the house and this cover helped me to build up my confidence. The other day it stopped my son dropping jam down his trousers as I used it as a cover when he was in the pram. It really is so clever, with all its different uses and clips.” says Mum-of-one Louise.
So small it takes up no room in the changing bag and it really works hard for what little space it takes up in there. It has six clever uses which means it can be used from the moment your baby is born, right through to the final teething stages and beyond.
Best for memory-making new mums
RRP: £23 | Delivery: £2.75 3-5 working days | Refundable: Non-returnable unless faulty
1005 cotton and machine washable - music to parents' ears. “A lovely well-made blanket with two quality wooden toys. They come in a fabric bag which makes for a lovely present.” With over 240 reviews and a 4.8 out of 5 star rating this blanket set makes a great gift for a new mum. And takes the baby all the way up to age 12. You can also choose to add a teething ring.
Best journal for new mums
RRP: £10.44 | Delivery: Free next day | Refundable: 30 days
A funny, cool, and inclusive place for your mum-to-be friend to record the milestones of being a mum. Because whatever their story looks like, it starts with them.
Mum-of-one Jasmine tells us how she surprised herself by actually using this gift: “When I first unwrapped it I remember distinctly thinking ‘thanks, never gonna write in it’, but actually when the fog lifts slightly after newborn days I wanted to make sure I note down things I don't forget."
RRP: From £8.50 Delivery: FREE Refundable: No
A company founded and run by a mum. The great thing about Don't Buy Her Flowers is you get to curate the items in the box. From books and bath salts to stationery and snacks. It's all there - you just have to choose (and keep an eye on the total totting up).
"I received one of these when I broke my foot," mum-of-one, Steph tells us. "And I remember thinking, 'man I wish someone sent me a whole box stuffed with all of my favourite stuff when I was in the thick of the newborn days.' so, now I do."
Best gift for mums who can nap
RRP: £19.99| Delivery: £3.49 | Refundable: FREE in store
“This came in so useful whenever I managed to nap in the day. A planned nap, not fall-asleep-through-sleep-deprivation, I didn’t need a mask to do that. No, this was if someone came to look after my daughter - the mask helped me to drop off. It's so soft and just divine.” Mum-of-two, Josie knows how valuable a nap is.
Made from Oeko-tex Standard 100 Pure Mulberry Silk - No Pesticides, Bleach Or Toxic Dyes.
RRP: £45.90 | Delivery: FREE over £50 | Refundable: FREE in store
“I remember, I didn’t open this straight away because I was so consumed by the baby. But I remember the day I did, I realised just how much baby sick had been an overarching smell in my life. And this gift changed that. I loved it. Plus look how chic it is, it's probably the most grown-up thing I own at the moment.” Mum-of-three, Anna tells us.
Oil diffusers are well-known to help de-stress. This diffuser is chic and creates a delicate and fragrant atmosphere to suit the new mum’s every mood.
RRP: £19.99 | Delivery: From £3.99 | Refundable: No returns
“I loved this box, and went on to use it as my baby's keepsake and memory box, long after the wine had been polished off.” Mum-of-one, Lisa tells us.
Obviously this would be a great gift if your new mum friend enjoys a drink. You can pay £19.99 for just the box - made from all-natural FSC wood - and pop in your friend's favourite bottle of wine or pay £27.98 and it comes with a bottle already in it. Or if your friend isn't much of a drinker pop in her favorite AF drink.
RRP: £47 | Delivery: £3 2-3 days | Refundable: Only if faulty or damaged.
Mum-of-one, Lisa loved this gift so much. She tells us "I have this print in my room, it's of me stroking my bump - I was about 8 months and big. Pregnancy was the only time I truly loved my body so to have it captured in such a beautiful way still makes me teary." Hand-drawn in freehand flowing lines, and coloured with watercolour brushes to pick out colours from a shared image.
RRP: £85 | Delivery: FREE | Refundable: 30 days
You might recognise this, it's The White Company's best-selling dressing gown. It sells out every single year, so snap one up now. Both the blue and pink colourways are almost completely sold out, we're guessing that the lush grey option won't stick around for long.
Mum-of-two Joely tells us; "I lived in my dressing gown for the first four months of my son's life - no shame here. So definitely gift your friend the most luxurious one you can find."
RRP: from £7.99 | Delivery: FREE | Refundable: 30 days
For less than £25 you can gift your new-mum friend escapism in the form of her three favourite books on audio. Great for when feeding or stuck under a sleeping baby. Pope your earphones in and catch up on a novel or 'How to Get Your Baby to sleep' self-help book. Mum-of-two, Louisa tells us, "My other half got me this when our second was born, and four years later, I still use it on school runs. Once the kids are in school, I pop my ear buds in for the power walk back home."
RRP: £25 | Delivery: FREE | Refundable: FREE 30 days
A 75cm long hot water bottle with wearable strap which can be tied tightly around your shoulders and tummy, helping comfort aches and pains. And machine washable too. Because after birth your periods can come back with a vengeance.
Mum-of-three, Jo tells us "This was a brilliant gift, practical and luxurious too. Sometimes I just wear it to feel like I'm getting a bit hug without anyone actually touching me, which is great on days when I am feeling utterly touched out by my toddler and baby."
Best for winter new mum gifts
RRP: £40 | Delivery: £3.50 3-5 days | Refundable: FREE 30 days
These faux fur-lined and waterproof pram gloves fit any pram and secure easily - to keep them attached all winter. One less thing to remember when you are heading out the door
Mum-of-one Anna tells us exactly why these were the best thing. “I absolutely love these. I’m always losing things, so having these super-cosy gloves permanently attached to the pram has been a life-saver. I’ve had so many admiring comments about them, and two of my NCT friends have bought themselves a pair after seeing mine."
RRP: £13.99 | Delivery: FREE | Refundable: FREE 30 days
Not a gift you might have envisaged buying a new mum, but trust us when we say this will be the useful game changing gift for her, especially in those first few months where there's a lot of sitting in one place stuck under a feeding and/or sleeping baby.
Mum-of-one Steph tells us why; "As a new mum, I spent a lot of time sitting on the sofa - and there was nothing more frustrating than finally getting settled with baby asleep in my lap, only to realise my book or the TV remote was on the other side of the room. This practical gift solves the problem."
Best for crafty memory-book mums
RRP: £79.99 | Delivery: FREE | Refundable: FREE 30 days
The Instax Mini Camera is a great gift ideas. “I actually bought this myself", new mum Aliya tell us. "But I loved how many photos I had to hand straight away for my albums as I went, and I wasn't constantly losing phone memory storage from all the photos taken. The film isn't the cheapest at 20 shots for £14.99 so I'd ask for them every birthday (mine, baby's and husbands ha!)"
RRP: £31 | Delivery: £15 | Refundable: FREE 30 days
Handmade and available in Gold, rose gold, silver, and white gold. This beautiful and stylish necklace is on an adjustable length chain. Dainty but sturdy, which is exactly what a necklace needs to be with grabby curious baby hands.
Mum-of-two Sam tells us; "My bestie got me this necklace, I love it, I never take it off. The handwritten script style of font is perfect - it gives me my 'Carrie' style while being a mum."
RRP: £82 | Delivery: FREE | Refundable: FREE 30 days
As best nursing pillows go this is up there. Designed by a chiropractor, it’s been made with full body support and comfort in mind. With a beanbag texture, the pillow is designed to be tied around your waist, it stays in the same position the whole time.
Mum-of-one, Steph tells us; “Yes, it's pricey - but if breastfeeding, then this is a sound investment that your friend will get a lot of use out of. They (and their back) will thank you."
RRP: £39 | Delivery: FREE over £50 | Refundable: FREE in store
“My friend bought me these and while it’s a small thing, I felt so put together when I put them on with my live-in joggers. They were comfy but stylish enough to help me feel more like me… I live in them.” mum-of-one, Lydia tells us.
As gifts for new mums go these are a winner. And available up to size 8. A versatile soft grey colour and super plush to wear.
RRP: £32 | Delivery: FREE | Refundable: FREE 30 days
As is the running theme in the first year or so of motherhood, self-care does slip down the list of priorities. So gift this easy-to-apply tinted SPF to the new mum in your life. Mum-of-one, Bon tells us; "I love Drunk Elephant products, and when my friend gifted me this along with a bottle of wine I wanted to cry. It was a small glimpse of the old me. And I missed her."
RRP: £19.50 | Delivery: £4.95 | Refundable: No
As best gifts for new mums go, anything to help make breastfeeding that little bit easier for her will be welcomed. Plus we love the boob bag, just look at that illustration.
For less than £20 you gift your friend
- Organic lactation tea x4
- Reusable bamboo breast pads x 6
- Baby muslin cloth
RRP: £19.99 | Delivery: Free | Refundable: Yes
“These meant I could catch up on Greys Anatomy during 2am cluster feeds. I wish I’d had these from the beginning, I still use them now and my son is 3-years-old. I can listen to my friend’s voice notes without him shouting ‘MY SEE TOO!’ They really are the gift that keeps on giving!” Mum-of-one Wendy tells us.
These earbuds make a great gift and mean the new mum in your life can disappear into her own ‘me time’ without disturbing her baby. Anything hands-free and wire-free is perfect.
Most useful gift for new mums
RRP: £21.99 | Delivery: FREE over £60 | Refundable: FREE 30 days
Mum-of-two Jasmine tells us how these were a luxury item. "These 100% cotton swaddles were so useful. I had them saved in my Amazon basket for when I could afford them, so receiving them meant it was one less thing to buy. I soon found out the saying; 'you can't have too many muslins' was a saying for a reason."
RRP: £5 | Delivery: Free | Refundable: No
These are sold in packs of 10, and they're great for gifting your new mum friend anything they'd in the first year postpartum. You can either book them in somewhere, pay upfront and then give them this or give them an amount - a deadline to spend it and let them know the money is there for them at any time.
Mum-of-three, Jasmine tells us; "My friend booked me in for a massage at home and it was the best thing ever. Pregnancy and birth puts your body through a lot. A massage is the least you can do to say thank you to it."
RRP: £37.99 | Delivery: free | Refundable: Yes
This cosy jumper is excellent for those breastfeeding as it has an 'easy access' flap of material across the front making breastfeeding a breeze when it's cold out. Mum-of-one Kiran tells us; "I had no clothes that were useful during breastfeeding. I always consider breastfeeding easy clothes as a gift now - it's so hard to make choices in that first year."
RRP: £39.95 | Delivery: FREE | Refundable: FREE 30 days
These are a great gift for a first-time mum who struggles with too much noise. They offer up to 18 decibels of noise reduction - a newborn baby's cry can sometimes hit 112 decibels. Dionne, mum of three, swears by them. "I can still hear my kids so I know they're safe, it just takes the edge off the shouting, which makes me a calmer mum."
RRP: £22| Delivery: 3-5 days | Refundable: Only if damaged or faulty
Machine-washable and oh-so-comfy. “I remember my feet being so cold in the hospital,” mum Jasmine tells us. “So now socks are a go-to gift for any mum giving birth in the winter months. Feeling cosy makes you feel cared for and looked after and all new mums need that.”
Nothing quite says luxury like Chanel.
“Having a baby means losing yourself, some can feel this effect more than others. So bear that in mind when you buy a gift. I remember I was on maternity leave and couldn’t afford to buy what made me feel like me. So if your new-mum friend likes Chanel, dig deep/team up and gift her a little bit of her old self.” Mum-of-two, Lucy suggests.
RRP: £75.60 | Delivery: free | Refundable: No
Cook has nailed it with these 14 meals for two people. Mum-of-one Steph tells us; “A bundle of frozen meals was the best gift when our son was born. In those early weeks when it's all broken sleep, night feeds, and constant nappy changes, having food a mere microwave away was a life-saver - literally."
On trend and useful. It's also available in lilac.
“I get it, this sounds strange, a cap as a gift…” mum-of-one, Steph tells us. “But, trust me. She will thank you every time - which will be frequent - she has to leave the house and hasn’t had the chance to wash her hair.”
We get it, there's only so much dry shampoo one head of hair can take.
RRP: £100 | Delivery: free | Refundable: Yes
A real chic gift for any new mum who is trying to keep hold of remnants of her pre-baby self. Plus this is across body, so still leaves hands free while looking so cool.
Mum-of-one, Lucy tells us "My across body bag is by far the most used item of my accessories wardrobe. I'm so glad I have a cool one that even my non-mum friends love."
RRP: £30 | Delivery: free | Refundable: Yes
One size fits all, machine washable and oh-so-comfortable and cosy. Made by UGG these will keep feet toasty during the 2am nightfeeds.
Mum-of-two, Sam tells us "These were the best gift, they're easy to take off in bed using the other foot, but also so comfy and kept me cosy throughout the colder nights. Something I'd never thing to buy myself."
RRP: £49 | Delivery: free | Refundable: Yes (unopened)
Worth a whopping £215 and with 18 brilliant products, this really is a great gift for the mum who misses hair masques.
Mum-of-two, Kiran tells us "I used to take 'Hollywood showers' (what my husband called them), they were two hours long and included hair masques, deep conditioning, and felt gloriously indulgent. Now I snatch five minute showers convinced I can hear my son screaming.'
What are the best gifts for new mums?
If you’re looking for the best gifts for new mums, and want to be original, pull together your own pamper hamper. Buy all the things you know your friend will like - personal and tailored to her. That way nothing is wasted. You can include little handwritten notes of advice from other friends who have had babies.
Plus the practical items you know she’ll need. Think chapstick - lips get so dry when breastfeeding. And also a water bottle that is leak proof and can be opened with one hand. Another nice idea is offering to do a food shop for her. She can just send you her list and you’ll deliver it, with a hot coffee too.
Additional advice from Goodto Family Editor Stephanie Lowe: Bringing a whole new person into this world is a hugely overwhelming and mind-blowing experience. New mothers need to be heard and helped. Whether that’s with items that will make their new life easier - like a Lumie light up clock, or some essential me time. This ‘me time’ doesn’t have to be a day at a spa. It can literally be as simple as you taking the baby for a walk in the pram while she has a quiet hour to sit and drink a hot coffee and scroll instagram, catch up on TV or read a book.
What should I buy for a newborn mum?
Having a baby, no matter if it’s their first or third, is a monumental achievement and should be treated as such. The new mum will have all the feelings, emotions, and needs so go b beyond the normal ‘new baby gifts’ and instead give gifts that are useful to her. Like, gift vouchers for when she’s up to shopping, food deliveries because feeding herself is a number one priority too, and time - offer to take the baby for a walk in the pram while she has a shower. Coffee shop gift card, because she will need all the caffeine to low-key function on very little sleep.
What do you bring someone who just had a baby in hospital?
Food is always a good gift to bring to new parents. Think Tupperware buffet platter of their favourite food. A postpartum recovery kit made up of practical items like large pads, nipple cream, painkillers, pretty socks, new deodorant, and moisturiser.
What things do mums like?
Lie-ins, lunch in, lunch out (as long as they didn’t make it or clear up after it), a nap, spa treatments, gift vouchers, photos with all the family, time away from the family.
What to give a new mum who is struggling?
Non-judgemental ears and a shoulder to cry on. Mothering is hard, finding a new life balance, figuring out this brand new person who’s entered your life, carving out time to themselves, putting themselves first. New mums need to know that it’s okay to find it hard and not be happy always. Promote rest and relaxation when you talk to them. Give them time, offer to take the baby out while they nap (time it in between the baby’s feeds so mum can relax)
Once you've bought the new mum in your life the best gift she could ask for why not take prep yourself for the 1st birthday party, and take a look through some of our best personalised children's books or maybe you're stuck with what to write in the 'new baby' card? We've got all the best inspirational quotes for kids that could work perfectly.
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