Becoming a mum can be the most amazing, but also most stressful time of a woman’s life. She may have to get up multiple times in the night, or at the crack of dawn. She probably has no time for herself, let alone to keep her house and family ticking over exactly as she’d like.
Have a read through our Top 6 New Mum Gifts, some can be sent in the post and others are an offering of time. But each new mother countrywide will love and cherish whichever you decide on.
1. Breastfeeding Scarf
For Mums who are breastfeeding, they will find that newborns require feeding every 2-3 hours, that’s anywhere between 8-12 times a day. So when she begins to venture out with the baby, the likelihood of having to breast feed is high. Nobody (or almost nobody) is comfortable baring themselves in public, and so breastfeeding can be an uncomfortable task. Do not fear however, our first gift is a Mamascarf. This breastfeeding scarf/nursing cover is easy to use, and stylish to match. This one-size-fits-all comes in a range of colours and patterns, and will even hide her post-pregnancy tummy.
Where can I get it? Mamascarf
How much? £17.99
2. Feeding Cushion
With all this feeding going on, babe can become quite a strain on a mothers arms. A feeding cushion is an ideal way to release this strain. These attractive versions from Thrupenny have a tie around, meaning she can fasten it around her back. An almost hands free version of breastfeeding!
This isn’t simply a feeding cushion though. They double up as a great cushion for when the baby is lying down. And, if you can believe it, the inner bag can be taken out so what was once a feeding cushion is now a great toddler bag with an adjustable strap.
Where can I get it? Thrupenny Bits
How much? £30-£60
3. Body Lotion
The bath is running, the candles are lit, the house is silent. Undoubtedly this image runs through the minds of many a new mum whilst they daydream amidst the chaos of reality. On the off-chance that the opportunity for a soak in the bath arises, equip this new mum with some indulgent body lotions that will leave her feeling refreshed and ready to face the world again. Sanctuary Spa do a wonderful range specifically for new mums, so you can’t go too wrong.
Where can I get it? Sanctuary Spa
How much? £6.50-£25.00
4. Homecooked Meal
This is a pretty simple one. One of the most comforting things is a warm house and the smell of home cooking. So whilst your new mum is buried under a routine of feeds and nappy changes, contribute a sense of calm and nourishment with a home cooked meal. It doesn’t have to be fancy, just something that the whole family can dig in to. Particularly if she has other children, to know that they too are being fed well will be a massive weight off her shoulders.
5. Take Baby for a Long Walk
When baby is a few weeks old, why not offer to take him/her out in the pram for a walk. This leaves mum with perhaps the most valuable of commodities, time. She can do whatever she likes with it, get a haircut, take a bath, clean the house, do the laundry. That part is completely up to her, but the fact that you’ve given her the opportunity to take some uninterrupted time out is an amazing gift.
6. Christmas dressing gown set
Given that it’s the holiday season we must include a Christmas themed option. As a new mother, she’ll have to get in and out of bed at all hours of the night, so it’d be wonderful to giver her a cosy robe to wrap herself up in. The red, white and silver colour palette in this Debenhams offering feels particularly festive, having said that, a new mum will adore this gift year round. Add to this soft fleece gown some foot scrub and body wash and you really are creating the perfect Christmas gift for your new mum.
Where can I get it? Debenhams
How much? £13.50
