Gifts for New Mums - 16 Gifts She'll Actually Use

We've all received those gifts that look amazing, but actually are not much use. From polyester baby clothes (cause rashes and can overheat baby) through to singing plastic toys that break after a week or so there are a lot of low quality products to avoid. 

Gifts for New Mums should be made to last, and items that she'll actually use. The team at Milk and Love put together our favourite Gifts for New Mums and also asked the Milk and Love Facebook group for their input to put together this brilliant list of 16 Gifts She'll Actually Use.

Gifts to Nourish and Nurture a New Mum

When you're a new mum there is not only sleep deprivation to cope with, there is also learning to bond with and breastfeed a new baby. Giving the gift of relaxation for a new mum to use when she gets a moment to herself can make such a big difference for her. 

• Sleep Gift Pack – Eyepillow, Sleep Balm and Earplugs - Seaside Print - Struggling to sleep when baby sleeps (or when someone babysits!)? This little kit contains a eye pillow, ear plugs and sleep balm to help Mum catch a nap at any time of day!
• Remember Mama - A loving Book for Mothers - full of thoughtful words of wisdom for new mums, we love this little book by Natalie from This Sweet Life of Mine.

Gifts for a Breastfeeding Mum

One of the things that can make a huge difference to a breastfeeding mum is the amount of support she receives from close friends and family. Gifting these bestselling breastfeeding support products tells her that you're there to help her when she needs it (plus these products are amazing!)

• Franjo's Kitchen Lactation Cookies - these bestselling lactation cookies are delicious and nourishing for new mums. Designed by a naturopath to help boost milk supply.
• Mumma Breastfeeding shakes - this pack of mixed shakes is popular for mums to create their own smoothies or shakes, or even to sprinkle over breakfast! Includes 3 different flavours for mum to try.
• Bamboo Reusable Breast Pads - these reusable bamboo breast pads are ultra soft and absorbent. Perfect for a new mum to use over and over to save money and reduce waste.
• Nursing Necklace - Scandi Pastels - This silicone nursing necklace is designed to keep baby busy at the breast and to provide something to help keep twiddling fingers away from the other breast. 
• Positive Affirmation Cards for Breastfeeding - Set of 25 - keep her spirits up with these thoughtful affirmations for breastfeeding mums.
• Mama's Milk Breastfeeding Pyramid Teabags by Mama Body Tea - this bestselling breastfeeding tea is designed to support and nourish a new mum. Perfect for breastfeeding mums
• Hermosa Co Nipple Balm - 30g - sometimes those sensitive nipples need a little extra care. This natural nipple balm is hand made by a mama with love and contains only natural ingredients.

Gifts for Mum and Baby

There are some gorgeous Gifts for New Mums to use with baby that they will adore! 

• Bestselling Aroma Snooze Diffuser with Aroma Snooze Organic Essential Oil: With red light, pink noise, vapouriser and aroma therapy features to help her sleep during pregnancy and to help baby sleep, this bestselling unit is on our cult list for new mums
• Wooden Monthly Milestone Discs - Capture your baby developing and growing over the first 12 months with these stylish wooden milestone discs to help document everything with beautiful pictures.
• Organic Baby Clothes - Soft and durable, these gorgeous baby clothes are made to last and last. They are made with breathable and durable organic cotton in thoughtful designs that look lovely AND are functional!
• Organic Plush Baby Toys - Made to last, these soft and non-toxic plush baby toys are the perfect addition to the nursery, for baby to play with and treasure as they grow.

Over to you! What do you think? Let us know in the comments what Gifts for New Mums you love!

About the Author

Corryn is a lover of coffee, hugs and sunshine. Mum of 3 and founder of Milk and Love, Corryn loves chatting to new mums and pregnant mums. She has extensive breastfeeding experience, and is an advocate for gentle parenting, cosleeping and looking after Mum's mental health...  read more about Corryn here