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The 38 Best First Mother's Day Gifts to Get for New Moms

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BECOMING ANEW parent comes with all sorts of firsts: the first time your baby recognizes your face and smiles at you, the first time your baby sleeps through the night (which means you get to sleep through the night), and the first Mother's Day celebration. Whether your partner is pregnant with your child or you're already nursing a newborn at home, that first milestone is one you'll both remember for the rest of your lives. As your child gets older, they might be the one to pick out the best Mother's Day gift for your wife or make her breakfast in bed. But for that first one, it's really up to you to make this day special for her as a new mom.

The best Mother's Day gifts are pampering and relaxing, seeing as those new to parenthood are severely lacking in sleep and self-care. While gifts for the baby are nice, the gift you give to a new mom for her first Mother's Day should primarily be for her. Remember, it's Mother's Day, not Baby's Day. Treat the new parent to a gift she wouldn't give herself—one that makes the long, exhausting days of caring for a newborn a little bit easier. In addition to a present, you may also want to give her the gift of an extra hour of sleep. Perhaps even a few hours alone to herself while you take the baby to visit the grandparents or to the park. She could use the break (and frankly, you could too), but it's something she likely wouldn't suggest.

Looking for the best gifts for the new mom in your life? We've rounded up an assortment of self-care essentials and sentimental gifts she'll love, from back massagers to bathrobes and everything in between. Read on for our top picks for the best first Mother's Day gifts.

Most Heartfelt Gift for her First Mother's Day

Lovebox Love Note Messenger

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Love Note Messenger
Most Heartfelt Gift for her First Mother's Day

Lovebox Love Note Messenger

This gift comes straight from the heart. The messenger can send notes, photos, images, and animations and the heart on the box spins when there's new content to take in. Show your creative and affectionate side with this lovely gift.

Most Useful First Mother's Day Gift

Cradlewise Convertible smart crib

Convertible smart crib

Give her the gift of extra sleep with this smart crib that automatically bounces and soothes her newborn to sleep. Plus, it comes with a baby monitor so she can only keep tabs on her baby.

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Whips up baby food, shakes, and soups in seconds. Beast's top-of-the-line blender will cut down on her kitchen prep time. A practical and thoughtful gift she'll use for years to come.

Best Slippers to Gift

Cozy Earth Puffy Sheep Slippers

Puffy Sheep Slippers
Best Slippers to Gift

Cozy Earth Puffy Sheep Slippers

Perfect for keeping mom cozy around the clock, these slippers have a rubber outsole that's suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. They're lined with plush shearling for warmth and come in multiple colors so that you can pick her favorite.

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Best Athleisure Gift

Alo Aspire Tank

Aspire Tank
Best Athleisure Gift

Alo Aspire Tank

Whether she's heading back to the gym or running errands crosstown, this perfectly sized sports top will get her there in style.

Celebrate her well-earned wine night with this sleek insulated tumbler for road beverages.

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Best Massage Gun Gift

Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2

Hypervolt Go 2
Best Massage Gun Gift

Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2

Moms on the go need a moment to relax and unwind. This electric massage gun from Hyperice can help. The Go 2 is quiet, features three massage speeds, and is small enough to keep in her bag or car.

Best Self-Care Gift for her First Mother's Day

Pink Moon Over the Moon Duo

Over the Moon Duo
Best Self-Care Gift for her First Mother's Day

Pink Moon Over the Moon Duo

She wants to look her best and sometimes a helpful assist is in order. This duo heals skin, drains nodes, and takes on puffiness. She'll love the results in addition to the soothing process.

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Tea time is the best time. If she’s an avid tea drinker, get her a kettle that’s worth its weight in gold. This one from Viking is simple, features an ergonomic handle, and keeps her tea hot for longer.

Best Bedside Gift for her First Mother’s Day

Hatch Restore 3

Restore 3
Best Bedside Gift for her First Mother’s Day

Hatch Restore 3

Alarm clocks or so several generations ago. Enter the smart clock, which can do just about everything. Part reading light, sleep routine guide, sunrise provider, and storyteller, this pre-bed light is just what she needs.

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Best First Mother’s Day Gift For The Mom On The Go

HOKA Women's Clifton 10

Women's Clifton 10
Best First Mother’s Day Gift For The Mom On The Go

HOKA Women's Clifton 10

These hip sneakers from Hoka are comfortable and stylish. She'll get respectful nods from millennials and love the signature logo on the side. Our friends at Women’s Health love them, too.

This do-it-all pressure cooker whips up dishes in less than an hour, so she can spend less time cooking and more time enjoying her meals.

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Best Sheet set to gift

Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set

Bamboo Sheet Set
Best Sheet set to gift

Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set

A warm weather-friendly sheet set that's incredibly cooling and cozy, so she can rest even easier.

Best Bouquet to Gift

Ubran Stems The Melody

The Melody

Because new moms deserve all the flowers, obviously.

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Best Dessert Gift for her First Mother's Day

Milk Bar Gluten-Free B'Day Truffle Dozen Box

Gluten-Free B'Day Truffle Dozen Box
Best Dessert Gift for her First Mother's Day

Milk Bar Gluten-Free B'Day Truffle Dozen Box

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You can never go wrong with sweets. This batch of cookies from lauded Milk Bar is gluten-free and extremely colorful, not to mention tremendous flavor.

best luxury gift for her First Mother's Day

Brooklinen Mulberry Silk Pillowcase

Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
best luxury gift for her First Mother's Day

Brooklinen Mulberry Silk Pillowcase

This cool-to-the-touch silk pillowcase helps eliminate hair frizz and reduce crease lines. A luxe self-care gift that she will enjoy.

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best massage gift for her First Mother's Day

MIKO Foot Massager Machine with Deep-Kneading

Foot Massager Machine with Deep-Kneading
best massage gift for her First Mother's Day

MIKO Foot Massager Machine with Deep-Kneading

A foot massage is a heavenly thing we often only associate with special occasions. Allow her to enjoy one daily, if not more often than that, with this fine machine, which will help with circulation, soreness, and tired feet.

This collectible bath bomb set features five courageous women who changed our world for the better. Some of the changemakers highlighted in the gift set include Frida Kahlo, Maya Angelou, Ruth Bader Ginsberg and Rosa Parks. Make her bath time just a little more empowering with these bath bombs.

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Best Diaper Bag gift for her First Mother's Day

Kibou Faux Leather Diaper Belt Bag

Faux Leather Diaper Belt Bag
Best Diaper Bag gift for her First Mother's Day

Kibou Faux Leather Diaper Belt Bag

You'll be surprised at how convenient this fanny pack diaper bag is. It has a waterproof pocket for holding wet wipes or soiled clothing items, plus a removable changing pad that unfolds from the back flap. A key/pacifier hook makes this bag all she needs need to carry on quick errands when she doesn't want to lug around a heavy diaper bag.

Best Diaper Bag gift

Parker Baby Co. Belt Bag

Belt Bag
Best Diaper Bag gift

Parker Baby Co. Belt Bag

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You'll be surprised at how convenient this fanny pack diaper bag is. It has a waterproof pocket for holding wet wipes or soiled clothing items and a smooth zipper for easy access. Three mesh pockets make this bag all she needs to carry on quick errands when she doesn't want to lug around a heavy diaper bag.

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Christian Gollayan
Style and Reviews Director

Christian is the Style and Reviews Director at Men's Health and Women’s Health, where he oversees shopping and style content for both brands. He started his magazine career as an accessories assistant at Vogue, and has since held editorial roles at Tatler Asia and The Manual. When he’s not online shopping, you can find him on long walks with his two corgis.

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Tim Kohut
Editor, Deals and Trends

Tim Kohut is the Deals and Trends Editor for Popular Mechanics, Men’s Health, Best Products, and Runner's World. He has extensive product review and gear coverage expertise, particularly in tech, home, auto, and health. Tim was previously the Deputy Commerce Editor of The Drive and a Commerce Editor at BGR. He’s also overseen gear coverage and strategy at Popular Science, Bob Vila, Outdoor Life, and Field and Stream. He has a strong affinity for cats, Batman, and early 90’s Nicolas Cage films, in that order.

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