One thing the new mom on your list could definitely use: a break. But because you can’t wrap that up and put a bow on it, we’ve rounded up a slew of gift ideas that are sure to delight any new mom — whether this is their first Mother’s Day or they’re on baby No. 3 — including a matching pajama set nice enough to receive company in and an exfoliating washcloth to tide them over until they can get a hammam scrub. While everything on this list is available on Amazon, we found a few items elsewhere for those who like to shop around. Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 8, so you don’t have a lot of time left to shop. In fact, most of the below gifts will only arrive in time if you order them from Amazon by Thursday, May 5, so if you’re seeing this before then, quickly add any to your cart and cross your fingers for zero shipping delays. (And if you’re shopping for more than one mother, we’ve got tons more gift ideas here — including gift cards that are guaranteed to arrive on-time.)
Under $25 | Under $50 | Under $100 | Under $200 | Under $500 | Under $1,000
Under $25
For the new mom you also bought a bouquet for
Luxe Infinity Blue Vase
$22
$22
A worthy vessel for the many Mother’s Day flowers she’ll surely be showered with this year.
$22 at Amazon
Buy
$22 at Amazon
Buy
For the new mom who hasn’t given birth yet
Touch Me All Natural Spa Sisal Dry Skin Brush
$12
Photo: Retailer
Some pregnant people experience restless legs syndrome. Sadie Stein, a writer and Strategist contributor who dealt with RLS during her pregnancy, found that “giving my legs a vigorous brush with a stiff-bristle body brush was the only thing that alleviated the feeling.” She recommends pairing this with a nice dry oil for the mom-to-be on your list.
$12 at Amazon
Buy
$12 at Amazon
Buy
For the new mom who deserves a break from the kitchen
DoorDash e-Gift Cards
From $25
We’ve rounded up a lot of gift cards for a lot of different moms, but for new moms in particular we recommend ones for a food-delivery service so they can get something delicious for themselves with as little effort as possible.
From $25 at Amazon
Buy
From $25 at Amazon
Buy
For the new mom who wants to stay in the know
‘Cassandra at the Wedding,’ by Dorothy Baker
$15
$15
She’ll stay up to speed with her bookish friends and all the screenwriters, editors, and Ph.D. candidates we know who’ve read Dorothy Baker’s Cassandra at the Wedding recently.
[Editor’s note: This will not arrive in time for Mother’s Day.]
$15 at Amazon
Buy
$15 at Amazon
Buy
For the new mom who needs help falling asleep
Yogasleep Hushh Portable White Noise Machine for Baby
$21
$30 now 30% off
$21
This little sound machine will help her and baby catch some Z’s.
$21 at Amazon
Buy
$24 at Bed Bath & Beyond
Buy
For the new mom who needs her beauty sleep
ZimaSilk 100-Percent Mulberry-Silk Pillowcase
$40 now 35% off
$26
Photo: retailer
Silk pillowcases reduce frizzy hair and absorb less bacteria than standard cotton pillowcases, so they’re great for your skin, too. They’re perfect for the mom who has less time for her beauty routine: These pillows will do some of the work for her.
$26 at Amazon
Buy
$26 at Amazon
Buy
For the ecofriendly new mom
Reusable Washable Nursing Pads
$14
Strategist contributor Alison Freer tipped us off to this two-for-one that new moms might appreciate: washable nursing pads–cum–makeup removers. Throw in an extra-large bottle of micellar water, and they’re all set.
$14 at Amazon
Buy
$14 at Amazon
Buy
For the new mom who wants a hammam scrub
Salux Nylon Japanese Beauty Skin Bath Wash Cloth
$13 now 8% off
$12 for 3
Another easy beauty swap is this exfoliating cloth instead of a regular washcloth. While mom probably has less time for at-home spa days, she can enhance her already quick showers with this.
$12 for 3 at Amazon
Buy
$17 at Walmart
Buy
For the new mom who is getting a lot of screen time
TIJN Blue-Light-Blocking Glasses
$23 now 43% off
$13 for 2
If they’re spending all their free time browsing mommy blogs or reading parenting books on the iPad, these top-rated, blue-light-blocking glasses should reduce some of the strain on their eyes.
$13 for 2 at Amazon
Buy
$13 for 2 at Amazon
Buy
For the new #cannamom
Geekey Multi-tool
$23
$30 now 23% off
$23
If mom likes to smoke, we hear they’ll get a lot out of this multi-tool that is part screwdriver, part ruler, and part pipe.
$23 at Amazon
Buy
$23 at The Grommet
Buy
For the new mom who doesn’t have time to do her hair
Grace Eleyae GE Sleep Cap
$14
Our beauty writer Tembe Denton-Hurst loves this bonnet for protecting her hair at night (and for looking good on Zoom calls).
$14 at Amazon
Buy
$24 at Grace Eleyae
Buy
For the new mom who doesn’t have time to freshen up
Cora Bamboo Feminine Wipes with Plant-Based Moisturizers and Essential Oils
$16
$16
They can use these subtly scented coconut-oil-and-lavender wipes to freshen up in between those rare showers.
$16 at Amazon
Buy
$16 at Amazon
Buy
Under $50
For the new mom who doesn’t have the energy for pour-over
La Colombe Draft Latte Variety Pack
$40
An excellent espresso machine — like the one further down — is indeed a great gift for sleep-deprived parents, but if the new parent you’re shopping for literally just gave birth, they might not have time to figure out a new gadget and a baby. In that case, Strategist writer Lauren Ro recommends these canned lattes from La Colombe. “It’s just a no-brainer to give bleary, sleep-deprived parents the gift of ready-to-drink coffee — and from a fancy roaster, to boot,” she says. She received them as a new mom, which was convenient as they “are a bit too pricey to buy on a regular basis, but they do make the perfect gift.”
$40 at Amazon
Buy
$40 at Amazon
Buy
For the new mom who wants to put on a good face
Wander Beauty Baggage Claim
$26
These gold under-eye patches will at least make it look like their newborn is sleeping through the night.
$26 at Amazon
Buy
$26 at Wander
Buy
For the new mom who still has pregnancy cravings
Fly by Jing Triple Threat Trio
$45
If she’s been craving spicy food for the last nine months, and still is, this Sichuan trio of spices and sauce will pair well with all her postpartum meals.
$45 at Amazon
Buy
$45 at Food52
Buy
For the new mom who isn’t drinking yet
Kin Euphorics High Rhode
$33
$37 now 11% off
$33
This is a nonalcoholic spirit, but they’ll still be able to make an appealing drink with it that will be a welcome change from all the cups of coffee they’re likely downing.
$33 at Amazon
Buy
From $39 at Kin Euphorics
Buy
For the new mom who already has a Snoo
Lulla-Vibe Vibrating Pad
$29
When you’re away from home, Samantha Shipp Warrick says this Snoo-like vibrating paddle, which can go under any mattress, will put the baby right to sleep.
$29 at Amazon
Buy
$28 at Munchkin
Buy
For the new mom who is losing their hair
Olaplex Hair Perfector No. 3 Repairing Treatment
$30
$30
Nothing will prevent postpartum hair loss, but new mom Gena Kaufman told us this does make the new growth feel nice and soft.
$30 at Amazon
Buy
$30 at Sephora
Buy
For the new mom who needs to rest their eyes
nodpod: Weighted Sleep Mask for Less Stress & Better Sleep
$34
Doctors use this weighted eye mask in between shifts, and Mom can use it to sneak in a midday snooze.
$34 at Amazon
Buy
$34 at Bloomingdale's
Buy
For the new mom who has given up on sleep
Dermablend Quick-Fix Concealer Stick With SPF 30
$28 now 25% off
$21
Nothing’s more satisfying (or easier to use) than a twist-up makeup pen, and this one will help them mask any lingering under-eye circles (might we add that it has rave reviews on Amazon and is less than half the price of a Clé de Peau stick?).
$21 at Amazon
Buy
$26 at Ulta Beauty
Buy
For the new mom who treasures the rare bath (down there)
Thena Natural Wellness Sitz Bath Soak
$23
$35 now 34% off
$23
Seasoned moms love telling new moms about the restorative, healing power of sitz baths for down there.
$23 at Amazon
Buy
$23 at Amazon
Buy
For the new mom whose hair needs a bit of frizz control
Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Mask
$39
If they’re all set with shampoo, this is a deeply conditioning hair mask that Rio Viera-Newton swears by. (For a truly thoughtful gift, give the shampoo and mask together.)
$39 at Amazon
Buy
$39 at Dermstore
Buy
For the new mom who is still decorating the nursery
Indressme XXXLarge Cotton Rope Basket
$33
$38 now 13% off
$33
Should they need an additional accent for the baby room, this woven basket is big enough to hold plenty of clothes and towels and comes in a soothing natural shade.
$33 at Amazon
Buy
$33 at Amazon
Buy
For the new mom who needs a little boost
Jonathan Adler Pop Candle, Grapefruit
$38 now 21% off
$30
Lesley Arfin is a fan of this energizing grapefruit scent from Jonathan Adler (which she considers “the best candle that ever lived”).
$30 at Amazon
Buy
$48 at Jonathan Adler
Buy
Under $100
For the new mom who’s traveling with baby for the first time
Twelve South AirFly Pro
$55
$55
Food stylist Judy Kim told us about this little doodad that lets her watch in-flight entertainment systems with her AirPods. It eliminates the need to pack an extra pair of corded headphones, meaning that’s one less thing for mom to think about.
$55 at Amazon
Buy
$55 at Apple
Buy
For the new mom dealing with new challenges
Waterpik Cordless Advanced Water Flosser
$100 now 20% off
$80
Dentist Dr. Marie Jackson told us that pregnant people sometimes experience pregnancy gingivitis, and she typically recommends a water flosser. This compact version won’t take up too much room in a bathroom now overflowing with rubber ducks and toys.
$80 at Amazon
Buy
$110 at Walgreens
Buy
For the new mom who still carries a photo wallet
Kodak Step Wireless Mobile Photo Mini-Printer
$100 now 30% off
$70
If they’d rather have their pictures the old-school way, Mom can easily print wallet-size photos from a smartphone with this mini-printer.
$70 at Amazon
Buy
$70 at Bloomingdale's
Buy
For the new mom whose feet are always cold
UGG Women’s Cozette Slipper
$80 now 31% off
$55
You can’t go wrong with a pair of cozy UGG slippers, especially a pair that topped our list of the best slippers, as recommended by the most stylish among us.
$55 at Amazon
Buy
$90 at Zappos
Buy
For the new mom who is always parched
Hydro Flask Wide-Mouth 2.0 Water Bottle, Straw Lid
$45
$50 now 10% off
$45
In the earliest days, any shortcut is appreciated, which is why this large-capacity Hydro Flask water bottle with a built-in straw would make a great gift for a thirsty mom who can’t be bothered to twist something open every time they want a sip.
$45 at Amazon
Buy
$50 at REI
Buy
For the mom who is trying to find time to read
Kindle
$90
$90
With a Kindle, their entire library will never be too far, and they’ll have it on hand whenever (if ever?) that free moment comes.
$90 at Amazon
Buy
$90 at Target
Buy
Under $200
For the new mom who’s headed straight back to the beach
Magicsuit 2022 Miraclesuit Network Jena
From $163
From $163
For post-pregnancy beach days, Cosmopolitan beauty director and mother of two Julee Wilson recommends this bathing suit from Miraclesuit, which she says helped her feel confident in her postpartum body.
From $163 at Amazon
Buy
$178 at Magicsuit
Buy
For the new mom who gave up Botox during pregnancy
Revision Skincare Revox
$136
$136
If they aren’t ready for their next round of injections just yet, we hear this wrinkle cream is great for expression lines, which is perfect for all the new-mom emotions (and the faces that go with it).
$136 at Amazon
Buy
$130 at Dermstore
Buy
For the new mom who doesn’t have time to read and needs new headphones
Apple AirPods Pro
$249 now 14% off
$215
More ergonomic than the original AirPods, the AirPods Pros also have a noise-canceling option that may come in handy when they’re trying to enjoy their favorite audiobook, Spotify playlist, or podcast.
$215 at Amazon
Buy
$243 at Walmart
Buy
For the new mom who needs a little boost (but hates candles)
Vitruvi Stone Diffuser
From $119
From $119
If they don’t trust a new baby (or themselves) around an open flame, a diffuser may be a better option. It will still set the mood, but you won’t have to worry about forgetting about it, as you would with a candle.
From $119 at Amazon
Buy
$123 at Vitruvi
Buy
For the new mom who only knows how to play peekaboo
Lovevery Play Gym
$140
This play gym will at least buy them some time while they think of a new game to play.
$140 at Amazon
Buy
$140 at Lovevery
Buy
For the new mom who isn’t ready for lingerie
Eberjey Women’s Gisele PJ Set
From $138
From $138
Some new, soft, and cozy pajamas should still make them feel comfortable and cute. We’ve never met an Eberjey set we didn’t like, and this one is short-sleeved and cool enough for summer nights.
From $138 at Amazon
Buy
$125 at Eberjey
Buy
For the new mom who is leaning into caffeine
Ember Temperature Control Ceramic Mug
$130
$130
This temperature-controlled mug will help keep their brew hot throughout the day no matter how many times they have to get up to feed or change the baby.
$130 at Amazon
Buy
From $130 at Bloomingdale's
Buy
For the new mom who can’t see two places at once
Nest Indoor Security Camera
$140
So they know what their baby’s up to at all times.
$140 at Amazon
Buy
$130 at Bed Bath & Beyond
Buy
For the new mom who can’t clean two places at once
Eufy BoostIQ RoboVac 30
$210
$250 now 16% off
$210
With some help from a robot, they can get all the sweeping and dusting done even as they clean up the baby’s latest mess.
[Editor’s note: This will arrive on Mother’s Day.]
$210 at Amazon
Buy
$250 at Newegg
Buy
Under $500
For the new mom with a full social calendar
Swedish Hasbeens Women’s Slip-In Super High Mule
$260
If their planner is already full again, our favorite clogs are just as easy to slip into as UGGs (and quite literally elevate a look).
$260 at Amazon
Buy
$290 at Nordstrom
Buy
Power Plate Pulse
$199
$199
Most new parents develop some nagging muscular pain, according to Strategist contributor Natalie Toren, “whether it’s related to new, repeated movements resulting from nursing, interrupted sleep, or holding an infant on a dominant side.” To manage it, she recommends this Theragun dupe: “It’s light, easy to use on yourself, very powerful, and cordless with good battery life.”
$199 at Amazon
Buy
$200 at Bed Bath & Beyond
Buy
For the new mom who values piece of mind
Newton Baby Crib Mattress and Toddler Bed
$300
Yes, there are cheaper infant mattresses, but if the new mom in your life is nervous about, well, everything, this hollow crib mattress is the perfect gift. It “knocks out the potential of kids sleeping on their stomach and suffocating,” which gave new parent Jason Morrison one less thing to worry about.
$300 at Amazon
Buy
$300 at Newton
Buy
For the new mom who needs to know everything about their baby
Owlet Dream Duo: Dream Sock Baby Monitor and HD Camera
$369 now 20% off
$295
This is not only a video baby monitor but also a sleep monitoring system that tracks patterns in infants’ sleep and offers tips and sleep plans.
$295 at Amazon
Buy
$400 at Target
Buy
For the new mom who can’t wait to work out again
BOB Gear Revolution Flex 3.0 Jogging Stroller
$550
$550
It might be a few months before they can use it, but avid runners (and moms) have logged thousands of miles with this jogging stroller.
$550 at Amazon
Buy
$550 at Bed Bath & Beyond
Buy
Under $1,000
For the new mom who experimented with pumping and considers it a necessary evil
Willow Wearable Double Hands-free Electric Breast Pump
$400
$500 now 20% off
$400
Sure, you could get a solid electric pump for much less money, but this one is wireless and discreet — you could theoretically wear it under your clothes and no one would bat an eye.
$400 at Amazon
Buy
$500 at Buy Buy Baby
Buy
For the new mom who doesn’t have time for daily Starbucks runs
Breville BES870XL Barista Express Espresso Machine
$750 now 7% off
$700
Since they can’t pop by their favorite coffee shop to grab their beloved oat latte, get them this all-in-one espresso machine that can more or less replicate the real deal at home.
$700 at Amazon
Buy
$700 at Bed Bath & Beyond
Buy
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