Gifts for New Moms That Aren't for the Baby
When you see the word “superhero” you’ll probably picture Superman and Supergirl, Iron Man and Captain America, and Batman and Robin. And while we love to cheer them on from our seats at the big screen, the real superheros walk among us in our day-to-day lives, and those superheros?
Moms.
There is nothing quite like the sheer power of giving birth, and there’s no one else that can do that then moms. They are powerful in their own right and just like watching a super save the city at the end of the movie, watching someone bring a life they wanted into this world is exhilarating.
New moms deserve every single bit of credit they get and more, so it’s only right to assume that you, someone connected to them, wants to do something that’ll help them as they navigate this new chapter in their lives. We aren’t looking to hand over a gift to the baby, no, we are finding gifts for new moms that aren’t for the baby, because let’s be honest here, they’re the ones that deserve it the most.
Gifts All About That Comfort 🤱
We’re looking to maximize comfort and look at some gifts that’ll be a great boon to her as she transitions into this new part of her life.
A Silk Pillowcase
Get a good night’s sleep, (when you can), using the very best. Image courtesy of: kit●sch.
New parents need something that is just for them and when sleep becomes even more essential than before having a kit●sch Satin Pillowcase on sale for $14.25 (normally priced at $19.00) becomes “the best gift ever.” This 600 Thread-Count and OEKO-TEX® Certified pillowcase has been proven by a majority of its customers to help your skin, hair, and restless nights. It stays cool and is all hers. This pillowcase comes in ten different styles, twenty-five limited edition styles, and is in standard/queen and king sizes.
Hand Cream
Keeping your hands moisturized and happy. Image courtesy of: The Body Shop.
When you have a baby you’re going to be washing and sanitizing your hands a lot, and that can very quickly dry your skin out. It’s uncomfy to have dry and cracked skin when you’re constantly aware of your hands when holding your baby, changing diapers, etc.
So having a good hand cream that keeps your skin from fighting against you is paramount and we’ve fallen in love with the Hemp Hand Protector from The Body Shop for $10.78. With thousands of five star reviews, this hand cream is vegan, cruelty free, and is made from Hemp Seed Oil which has acids like omega-3 and omega-6, as well as vitamins A and E. It is great for ultra dry skin and preventing dry skin. Their non-greasy formula is also a great benefit.
House Slippers
Slippers that can be worn both in and out of the house. Image courtesy of: Bombas.
We’re a big fan of the Bombas brand here and we always like to look at their latest products to see if they can make it onto our gifting guides. And their Women’s Sunday Mule Slippers for $70 are ones that we spotted and knew immediately were going to make for a great addition to this list. As a new mom you’re going to be spending a lot of time in the house and walking around barefoot or just in socks can get uncomfy, but with these slippers you’ll feel like you’re walking on clouds.
There’s a memory foam footbed so it gives off that nice squishy feeling you know and love. It also has a rubber outsole so you can go out with these and not have to worry about sliding all over the place. These come in red or black and fit sizes 5 to 11.
A Kindle
No need to limit the bookshelf space- we got you! Image courtesy of: Amazon.
Having a baby brings a lot of emotions and as any new mom will tell you, having time to decompress is essential. For those who enjoy reading, getting them the newest model of the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB on sale for $134.99 (normally priced at $159.99) would make their day, week, month, and year.
This is their fastest Kindle ever with 7" glare-free display and weeks-long battery life, which is great as you don’t have to worry about charging for a while. Download as many books as you want, read in any type of light with no issue, and it’s waterproof as well so you can take it with you as you relax in the bath.
A Versatile Robe
Not too heavy, not too light- the perfect robe to wear 24/7. Image courtesy of: Natori.
Another recommended gift from moms is a Goldilocks style “just right” robe that can be worn around the house in those first few weeks when clothes are just…not it. Here we have a favorite of ours, from the 9 Best Robes of 2025 from Wirecutter is the Shangri-La TENCEL™ Robe from Natori for $98. It's a super breathable soft lightweight jersey-knit robe and the sleeves fall three-quarters, and comes in a variety of colors with sizing from XS to 3XL.
A YETI Tumbler
Keep hydrated and enjoy your favorite beverages at the temp you want. Image courtesy of: YETI.
There’s nothing quite like a warm beverage at the end (or start, or middle) of a long hard day. And having your warm beverage still be warm is what we want to provide, cause no one likes coming back to a cold drink after getting distracted by a million other things.
The YETI 30 oz Travel Straw Mug w/ Color Matched Straw Lid for $42.00 is a really good gift for new moms who wanna stay hydrated on the go. It’s 100% leak-proof, double-wall vacuum insulated, and dishwasher safe. It comes in six colors, and has a 20 oz and 40 oz option as well.
Give the Gift of Time and Relaxation 💆
If you ask virtually any new mom or older moms what they wanted right after they had their baby the most common answer is and was time and things to help her feel like her.
Help Her with the Basics
Becoming the gift yourself is one of the easiest ways to help a new mom out.
Talking to them about what they need and what would be helpful to them personally is always a good start to finding the best gift(s). Lots of moms on forums will talk about how home cooked meals being delivered to their home saved them so much time and stress. You can organize a meal train with close friends, family, and neighbors so food doesn’t become a worry as she is taking care of her little one.
Offering to do laundry is another small but easy “gift” you can get her so she and her partner can have one less thing on her plate. A “free house services” coupon is something you can hand to her and she can turn in anytime she becomes overwhelmed with all of the other day-to-day life stuff.
And the biggest gift is, as cheesy as it sounds, just spending time with her. Listening to her stories, talking about things that aren’t baby-related, watching a movie together, and giving her much-needed adult time.
Spa Day
A chance to leave the house and get pampered? Yes please. Image courtesy of Village Spa.
Getting out of the house and going to a spa to get pampered and “reset” after having a baby is at the top of every new mom’s list of needs and that’s why we’re making sure it makes an appearance on this gift guide. Look for local top-rated spas and get her a gift card or voucher so the next time she’s free she can go get taken care of by professionals.
Or, if you want to add another gift layer to the spa day idea, Milk and Baby makes their own spa-kits:
All the essentials. All in one box. Image courtesy of: Milk and Baby.
Instead of waiting, the pampering can start now with Sunflower Motherhood’s Deluxe Self Care Gift Box for $109.00. Coming with an "uplifting message” of how great a mom she is, this kit contains a Bath Soak, Mama Oil, Refresh Mist, Calm Oil Roller, Boost Oil Roller, Morning Shower Mist, Evening Shower Mist, Lip Balm, Belgian Chocolate Bar (Dark and Milk), and Mini Lavender Candle. There’s also a smaller version of this box that comes with six of the ten items for $49.00 which can be found here.
Top 5 Most Useful Gift Cards for New Moms Everywhere🎁
If you’re someone who wants to give from afar or someone that wants to know their gift is being put to good use, you really can’t go wrong with any of these gift cards for new moms:
1. 🚪DoorDash: Many new moms will have help in the kitchen (if they are the cook of the house) in those first few weeks after the baby is born. But some might not and that’s where DoorDash comes in. She can order her favorite dishes directly to her front door all while being in the comfort of her own home.
2. ☕Dunkin’: Parents everywhere will tell you to be prepared for long days and even longer nights, so having a bit of caffeine made from your favorite fast-food stop is a must. Get coffee, tea, and a delicious donut to start your day off with a boost.
3. 🎯Target: New moms are going to be going through a lot, both physically and mentally, so having a place where they can get the snacks and comfort items they want would be so helpful. Target has all of that and more ready for delivery or pick-up.
4. 🫚Walgreens: Having a gift card to a place where you can get much-needed health and wellness essentials for someone whose just given birth would definitely make for a good gift.
5. 💸Visa: Instead of being limited to only one store, you can use this gift card at any store that accepts Visa- (which is pretty much any registrar).
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Become the perfect gift giver.
Finding gifts for new moms that aren’t for the baby is super important, especially since we know they are the real superheroes of the world. Luckily with a little help from us you’ll be able to get them the things they will absolutely love.
