The Best Gifts For New Mums and Babies, by a New Mum

Bath Time Ducks (£10)

Looking for a little toy to get the new baby? Don’t underestimate a bath time option. It’s easy to assume cuddly toys, rattles, and books are the perfect choice – and they truly are. But I found it so refreshing when I was gifted bath toys. I’ll admit, I totally forgot about bath time so had nothing to make the evening wash fun. When they are teeny tiny, it might seem like a long way off, but before you know it, they are splashing the water all over your bathroom to entertain themselves.

Pure Cotton Croissant Muslins (£10)

Like pairs of socks, for some reason there will never be enough muslins. They are the answer for everything. Snotty nose? Muslin. Spilt milk? Muslin. Makeshift changing mat? Muslin. Which is why they are a failsafe gift for any new mum and baby. Cute prints always welcome.

Ultra Violette Supreme Screen SPF 50+ Hydrating Skinscreen (£34)

I cannot stress enough how I believe this product was made by angels. In those early days when my body didn’t feel like my own and putting on makeup felt like a luxury I couldn’t afford, this little tube of skinscreen was a lifeline. I’ve always been an advocate of putting SPF on every day, but this skinscreen’s consistency glided onto my face with ease. It’s hydrating so make my skin feel like it was fresh rather than ravaged on two hours sleep, and has a satin finish that gave me a healthy glow. I felt so much more put together leaving the house with this on my face so it’s worth its weight in gold.

Berry Red Stripe Button Through Pyjamas (£38)

It might just be me, but I’d spent months wearing baggy, ill-fitting t-shirts to bed, and a new pair of pyjamas really hit the spot. Lazy mornings in bed with the new baby hit different when you feel like you’re in a matching, fancy set. And it’s unlikely the new mum in question is going to buy herself new pyjamas, so give her the gift of comfort for those night wake ups.

Moonkie First Bites Gift Set (£67)

As mentioned earlier, gifts that provide a service at the six month mark will be greatly appreciated. When the time for weaning comes around, there is a whole new lot of kit that new parents will be looking to purchase. Take the unnecessary stress out of that time for them and consider this first bites set. Not only does it look chic and comes in four colours, but it can be personalised, too.

Cook New Parents 7 Nights of Meals Box

Friends had told me to stock up on freezer meals pre-baby. Did I listen? Of course not. I genuinely believed I would be fine to knock up a pasta for dinner. Now this is in no way supposed to scare any mums-to-be, but I have no idea where the time goes in those first few weeks. I lived on biscuits and adrenalin in the early days, and then this box of dreams arrived on my doorstep. The Cook meal boxes are full of delicious and nutritious freezer meals that require no manual labour other than sticking it in the oven. Warm, comforting, and exactly what new parents need.

Finnsøn Frida Eco Stroller Organiser Changing Bag (£69)

Something fashionable and functional is always a winner, so this leopard print changing bag brings a little style to mum life. Full of practical pockets, there is surprisingly so much that can fit into this accessory, yet it feels compact enough to not feel overwhelming attached to a pram. It’s wipe-clean (of course) and has a detachable strap so can be worn, too. An ideal gift for the mum who loves leopard print.

UPPAbaby Mira Bouncer (£160)

One of the first things I remember thinking when I was at home with the new baby was, “where on earth do I put her?” I know that seems ridiculous, but if the babe wasn’t in my arms, I honestly was confused about how I ever stretch them out again. And then the UPPAbaby bouncer entered my life. Yes, it’s a little pricey, but if you are a friendship group contributing to a present, then this little piece of engineering proved to be a game changer. Not only does it look aesthetically pleasing (itself a novelty amongst the primary coloured plastic you will inevitably find your floor covered in), but gave me some respite. The baby is safe, comfy, and happy to be gently bounced up and down. My little one couldn’t stop smiling in it and the seat liner was envied by every visitor than stopped by. There’s also a cute toy bar for added stimulation, and it grows with them into their toddler stage.

Sometimes, the best gifts have no monetary value, and the gift of time could be the greatest of them all. Mock up a babysitting voucher, promising to give parents a much-needed night off in the future. Let them cash it in when they are ready and offer to watch over the new baby for a couple of hours while they head for a quick bite to eat. The chances are they will spend the whole dinner talking about the baby and looking at photos of the baby, but giving them the gift of leaving the house without a bag full of nappies and vests is priceless.