Home / Life 16 swoon-worthy gifts every new mama will love this holiday season A thoughtful gift for a new mama—something just for her, not for baby—can go a lonnnggg way. By Jennifer LaBracio November 5, 2018 We independently select and share the products we love—and may receive a commission if you choose to buy. New motherhood can be exhilarating, magical, and… really, really tiring. A thoughtful gift for a new mama—something just for her, not for baby—can go a lonnnggg way. Treat the new mom in your life (or yourself!) to a fantastic gift this season from our picks below. We can’t think of many people more deserving! $52 Edible Beauty & Desert Lime MicroExfoliant This face polish is gentle enough to be used every few days, but strong enough that you can definitely feel the smoothing effects on your skin after each use. It smells a-mazing and is perfect to revitalize and re-energize the skin of any tired new mama. SHOP $120 Artifact Uprising Baby Book – The Story of You This next level baby book is one of our faves this season. It’s completely different than your average baby book, and that’s what we love about it. It’s stunningly simple, aesthetically beautiful, and really easy for any new mama to fill in. SHOP $100 THINX While mama is at home snuggling her new babe, her body is still recovering from delivery. It’s normal for women to bleed for up to six weeks after giving birth (if you’re filling up more than a pad in under 1-2 hours, let your doctor know), but postpartum pads aren’t the most comfortable. Enter THINX. Their washable, reusable undies can hold up to 1 1/2 to 2 tampons’ worth, or be used with pads to prevent leaks, helping mama to feel a bit more like herself. This set is on sale through 12/31, featuring some of their most popular styles. SHOP $198 Feed Amelia Tote Reality check: new mamas have a lot of stuff to cart around. Help them pack mule in style with these neutral, stylish totes perfect for all things baby and mama. Bonus: This particular bag provides meals for 100 school meals. SHOP $125 Mama Necklace Celebrate her new title with a delicate piece of jewelry. Handmade in California, this necklace is a sentimental piece she can rock for years to come. Plus, it’s made of 14K gold so you don’t have to worry about it turning. SHOP $325.99 Dyson Animal V8 Cord Free Vacuum Yup, there’s a vacuum on this list. (#momlife) Because kids are messy, and this vacuum is AMAZING. It’s totally cord free and, dare we say, makes vacuuming so easy that it’s almost fun. SHOP $Prices Vary Bright Cellars Wine Subscription Take a short quiz, see your personalized wine matches, and get your favorite bottles sent directly to your door every month. You just spent nine months not drinking, so this one seems like a no-brainer to us. Click here to see your wine matches and get $50 off your first month! SHOP $64.95 Wildbird Ring Sling Babywearing can be a lifesaver for new moms. These ring slings can take a bit of practice (we love the online tutorials), but once you get the hang of it, they’re a great way to keep baby close and calm. We 💜Wildbird’s soft and beautiful fabrics. SHOP $3.99/month Smugmug Gift Subscription New mom-ing means suddenly having more photos than you know what to do with. Smugmug has a user friendly interface and is a safe place to store all those precious memories. SHOP $139.99 eufy Baby Monitor If mama doesn’t have a trusted baby monitor just yet, we love this one by eufy. Featuring a wide-angle lens, you’ll be able to see the entire room so it can still be used during mobile toddler years. With an easy set-up, mama simply has to plug it in and go. SHOP $72 ThirdLove 24/7 Nursing Bra We love ThirdLove’s regular bras, and their new nursing collection lives up to their same high standards of comfort, style and durability. SHOP $176.02 Freshly Picked Diaper Bag Dubbed by some as the “perfect” bag, this brand new release from baby mocc favorite Freshly Picked was designed by crowd sourcing what moms actually want—large capacity, ease of use, durability and style. We think it checks all four boxes, and then some! ✔ ✔ SHOP $36 Amanda Deer Jewelry You can never, ever go wrong with some jewelry. Whether the new mama in your life is looking for a dainty, on-trend piece, or something personalized to remind her of her new little one, there are so many great options here to choose from. SHOP $15 Rifle Paper Co. Journal New motherhood is a time of change, growth, and self-reflection. Rifle Paper Co. makes gorgeously crafted journals that are the perfect place for a new mom to capture all of those meaningful moments. And, if you’re a planner, we also love this five year set. SHOP $15.19 Love Is This story of a girl and a duckling who share a year together will touch any new mama’s heart. SHOP $10.87 The Whole-Brain Child We love the scientific insight + everyday practicality behind this bestselling book on how fostering brain development can lead to happier, calmer kids. It’s like opening the door into your child’s brain, and it’s completely fascinating. SHOP Related Stories Motherly Stories The problem with ‘gentle parenting?’ It’s not always gentle on mothers Motherly Stories In the future, our kids may not remember this, but we will Toddler Learn & Play Airplane mode can soothe toddler tantrums—yes, really