Creating The Perfect Gift Basket for a New Mom

Becoming a new mom is a beautiful and transformative experience, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges and adjustments. During the postpartum period, a new mom deserves all the love and support she can get. One thoughtful way to show your care is by creating a postpartum gift basket filled with items that will pamper, comfort, and assist her during this crucial time. 

Postpartum Gift Basket Ideas

Nourishing Snacks and Drinks

• Being a new mom can be physically draining. Fill the basket with healthy and easy-to-grab snacks like granola bars, dried fruit, and nuts to keep her energized throughout the day.
• Herbal teas like chamomile, peppermint, or lactation teas can provide relaxation for new moms

Postpartum Self Care Items

• Bath Essentials: A soothing bath can do wonders for relaxation and pain relief. Include bath salts, bath oils, or bath bombs to help her unwind.
• Cozy Robe and Slippers: A soft, comfortable robe and a pair of cozy slippers can make those early mornings and late nights a little more manageable.
• Postpartum Skincare Items: Hormonal changes during and after pregnancy can affect the skin. Gift her with skincare products that offer hydration and rejuvenation.

Nursing Essentials

If she's breastfeeding, consider including nipple cream, nursing pads, and a comfortable nursing pillow to ease her breastfeeding journey.

• Nipple Cream
• Nursing Pads
• Breastfeeding Pillow
• Nursing Bra

• Nursing Friendly Clothing

Postpartum Pelvic Floor Care

Discover a range of essential items designed to support and nurture your pelvic floor during this transformative period.

• Maxi Pads
• Witch Hazel Pads
• Dermaplast or healing/ anti-itch spray
• Peri-Bottle
• Comfortable Underwear: High-waisted, breathable underwear designed for postpartum recovery can provide comfort and support.
• Squatty Potty

Baby Care Items

• Don't forget some baby essentials like diapers, wipes, and baby lotion, making it convenient for her to attend to her little one's needs.

Extras/ Miscellaneous

• Encourage some "me time" by including a captivating book or her favorite magazine to enjoy during moments of rest.

• Include a collection of heartfelt notes or inspirational quotes to boost her spirits on tough days.

• A journal can help her document her thoughts, feelings, and precious moments with the new baby. It can also serve as a therapeutic outlet.

• Include gift cards for food delivery services, a spa day, or a local coffee shop to give her the flexibility to choose what she needs most.

• Essential oils and a diffuser can create a calming atmosphere in her home, promoting relaxation and stress relief.

Postpartum Resources

• Include a list of helpful resources, such as postpartum support groups, lactation consultants, and local mommy-and-me classes.
• Information for pelvic floor support like local pelvic floor therapists or resources.

Personal Touch

• Finally, add a personal touch by including a heartfelt letter or a photo of the new mom and her baby to remind her of the love and support she has around her.

If you're looking for a gift basket that's already done, check out these options: 

• Bump Boxes
• Gift Boxes on Amazon

Creating a postpartum gift basket filled with thoughtful items can make a world of difference for a new mom as she navigates the challenges and joys of motherhood. It's a gesture that shows you care about her well-being during this transformative time in her life. Your thoughtful gift will be greatly appreciated and remembered for years to come.