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35 First Mother’s Day Gifts That Celebrate How Awesome She Is

It’s her first Mother’s Day — make it memorable!

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Ingrid & Isabel

It’s her first Mother’s Day. As a new mom, she’s been working harder this past year than she’s worked in all her years up until now. Her first Mother’s Day gift has to acknowledge all she does for her family, and all she’s done to bring this new little person into the world. Something personal and sweet and thoughtful and timeless. So, you know, no pressure or anything. Don’t worry — we’re here to help.

From sweet mementos of baby’s (and Mom’s) first year to relaxing gifts that will allow her to forget she’s a mom for a little while, from chic accessories to cute mommy and me outfits, there are lots of great first Mother’s Day gifts out there to fit the bill. We also know there’s some debate about whether one celebrates their first Mother’s Day when they’re expecting or after their baby is born, so we’ve included gifts that will work for either situation.

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Matchy-Matchy Jackets
Mama Camo Jacket
Ingrid and Isabel

Who says that becoming a mom means that she has to give up her sense of style? This super cute camo jacket has her new title as mama written on the back. And if she is into matching with her precious little one, the brand also makes companion jackets for tiny humans as well that say “babe” on the back. Seriously adorable.

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Great for Stress Relief
Acupressure Mat and Pillow Massage Set
DoSensePro

Most momming in the first years is truly backbreaking stuff. This acupressure mat may help relieve a little bit of the pain. We swear by this easy-to-roll-up mat for instant relief of aches and pains.

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Something Sentimental
Custom Footprints Necklace
MYMILLIEjewelry

Taking her baby's footprint and memorializing it as a necklace makes a great first Mother's Day gift. And this custom footprint necklace is as dainty as it is beautiful. It doesn’t scream “mom jewelry” at all. (No heart-shaped diamond necklaces to be seen.)

Both the chain length and charm size are customizable, making it great for moms who love layering necklaces.

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Perfect for Photo Shoots
Matching Robe and Swaddle
Modern Moments

This sweet mommy-and-me robe and swaddle blanket set is great for the ’gram or just lounging around. Made of lightweight, buttery soft viscose fabric, these will keep mama and baby cozy and cute. The swaddle measures 44x44 inches — perfect for a properly swaddled baby burrito.

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Super Customizable
Personalized Photo Key Ring
SilvyGift

She can keep her favorite photo close to her heart — and her keys! — with this charming keychain. Inside the embossed leather flaps, personalized with the name and message of your choice, lives her favorite picture. Coordinate with the Etsy artist to customize this exactly how you’d like!

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Available In a Variety of Styles
Custom Star Map
The Night Sky

The stars were aligned when she became a mom, and now you can prove it with this star map, which shows exactly what the night sky looked like from a particular time and place. Whether it's her first Mother's Day, the day her child was born, or any other memorable date, she'll love this celestial moment frozen in time.

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Soothing Lavender Scent
Personalized Spa Box
Lizush

Perfect for moms-to-be, new moms, or any mom in need of some me-time (aka literally all mothers) this spa set includes soaps, scrubs, oils, face masks, candles, and more to help her unwind and recharge. Customize the handsome box with her name for an extra personal touch.

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Fair-Trade With Authentic Gemstones
Zodiac Ring
Clever & Lively

Jewelry can be hard for new moms: Babies. grab. everything. Fortunately, rings are the perfect way to get your bling on, regardless of grabby infants! Whether she wants her own star sign or maybe her baby’s as a unique tribute, this adjustable zodiac ring is the perfect celestial homage to motherhood!

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Happy Feet = Happy Mom
Scuffette Slipper
UGG

Let’s call a thing a thing, shall we? New moms usually like to stick close to home whenever they can. It’s where all their baby’s stuff is and no one cares if they’ve leaked through their shirt. Make sure their tootsies are comfy with these plush UGG slippers, made with suede and lined with genuine shearling.

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Dishwasher- and Microwave-Safe
New Mommy Mug
Maustic

As a new mom, she will be relying on lots and lots of coffee, tea, and other delightfully caffeinated beverages. Why not celebrate her new maternal status with this cute, sunshiney mug? (Also, come on — a mug on Mother’s Day is a classic, and she’ll appreciate the rite of passage as a first Mother’s Day gift.)

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Include Up to Six Names
Mommy & Me Infinity Bracelet
GRSJewelry

Available in silver, gold, and rose gold designs, this infinity symbol bracelet is a great first Mother’s Day gift and can be customized with up to six names of her favorite people. Minimalist but meaningful, it is the perfect everyday accessory.

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For Tabletop or Wall Display
ID Bracelet Keepsake Frame
Pearhead

This charming frame has room for a picture as well as for baby’s first accessory — their hospital ID bracelet. It’s a stylish, sweet way to remember their first days in mom’s arms and adds a personal touch to any home, office, or nursery.

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Perfect for Mom-to-Be
Prenatal Daily Body Care Set
Noodle & Boo

Motherhood is hard, and that starts from before they’re even born! Swollen ankles, itchy skin, all the hormones... it’s rough! This set pampers mama-to-be with their Elasticity Oil, Perfecting Crème, and Restorative Leg & Foot Balm for daily massage and relaxation sessions to relieve tension, stress, and establish a luxurious self-care routine.

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Handcrafted With Acid-Free Paper
Baby Keepsake Box
Savor

Here’s the thing with baby books: They’re adorable, but it’s hard for new parents to find the time to make them. That’s why we love this chic storage box, with lots of drawers and file spaces to hold baby’s keepsake items, photos, and more. Just put them in and voilà: organized, precious memories!

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Available In 12 Colors
Mama Sweatshirt
UniqueTrendsDesign

New moms are proud of their latest title, so let her celebrate that with this stylish shirt. It comes in hoodie or sweatshirt styles and has “Mama” written in script, as well as the year she became a mama (you can customize it before ordering). It’s the perfect first Mother’s Day gift for expecting or new mamas.

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Perfect for Sarcastic Mamas
‘How To Traumatize Your Children: 7 Proven Methods To Help You Screw Up Your Kids Deliberately and with Skill’
Knock Knock

Sometimes the best lessons in life are those learned when you’re laughing. This “instructional” volume teaches parents how to emotionally damage their child not just for now, but for life! (Of course, it’s all sarcastic good fun, and is actually a great way to learn what not to do!)

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Hand-Drawn By the Artist
Custom Family Portrait
IllustratorWonka

Submit her favorite photo — a family portrait, or her with baby — to serve as the inspiration behind a one-of-a-kind unique minimalist line drawing. Order digital only and print it yourself, or work with the artist to find the perfect print or canvas for her space for a truly memorable first Mother’s Day gift.

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Available in Various Sizes and Colors
Mama/Mini Matching Shirts
FERESLINE

We’re a big fan of “Mommy and Me” coordinated outfits, and this set of graphic tees reading “Mama” and “Mini” are so cute for photoshoots or just heading out for the day. Each other includes both shirts, which come in infant-sized bodysuits for the “mini.”

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Handmade By the Artist
Baby Stats Bracelet
RedFernStudio

This hand-stamped bracelet is a perfect first Mother’s Day gift. With a delicate leaf design on the outside, the inside is lined with personalized baby stats, including the little one’s name, date and time of birth, as well as weight and length. The bracelet is available in silver, gold, and bronze.

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Best for Moms-to-Be
Hand and Footprint Keepsake Frame
Baby Mushroom

What better way to remember just how small they were than with this memento frame that allows her to capture impressions of her baby’s tiny little feet and hands? Kit includes everything she’ll need to make a decoration that will make her tear up for years to come.

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Body-Positive Gift
Body Love Gift Set
Rosebud Woman

Being pregnant changes a mom’s relationship with her body. Help her celebrate it with this gift set, complete with a body oil, skin brush, and journal. The oil is naturally derived and organic to nourish the skin on the body with the lymphatic skin massager. The journal includes quotes, questions, and self-care checklists.

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Journaling At the Speed of Motherhood
Mom’s One Line a Day Journal
Chronicle Books

New motherhood is such an exciting, meaningful, difficult, and reflective time. It would be great to keep a thoughtful journal, but who has the time? This one-line-a-day, 5-year journal is the perfect first Mother’s Day gift to allow her to reflect and then look back on this time without demanding a daily essay.

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For the Spa-Loving Mom
Mask to the Max Set
Peter Thomas Roth

All moms could use a day at the spa… but little ones don’t necessarily leave a lot of time for that. This four-mask set, however, gives a little bit of the spa at home with a series of face masks to apply and enjoy throughout the week.

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Wholesome Family Illustration
Custom Family Portrait Illustration
LittleGingerDesigns

She may have more kids down the line, but this very special moment as a first-time mommy should be memorialized. For her first Mother's Day, commission a custom family portrait that she will treasure forever.

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Quirky and Memorable
Sh*t My Kids Say: A Journal for Parents
Amazon

OK, her baby is still tiny and probably is just trying to figure out how to control their head movements. But when that little one grows up, the things that they say will need to be documented!

This journal includes full pages for her to jot down the unbelievable events of motherhood, as well as word bubbles to chronicle the hilarious quotes her kiddo comes up with.

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They're a Big Deal!
Mommy's First Milestone Wine Labels (6-Pack)
Hadley Designs
Now 24% off

A baby's milestones are super exciting, but the milestones that mark her journey as a mother are just as important.

These customizable wine labels are both a hilarious first Mother's Day gift and also let her know that her accomplishments are worth celebrating. Attach these labels to her favorite wines, tubs of ice cream, or favorite treat.

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Best Lip Balm Splurge
The Lip Slip One Luxe Balm
Sara Happ

Help heal her cracked skin (thanks, breastfeeding!) by giving Sara Happ's Lip Slip as a first Mother's Day gift. It is seriously the most-luxe, best-smelling, best lip balm on planet Earth, and almost no new mom would ever buy this for herself because it's a $30 splurge.

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Great for Outdoors
Mom Est. 2022 Wine Tumbler
Sodilly

A custom wine glass that keeps her rosé the perfect temperature might be the best gift idea that any of us has had all year.

Mother's Day is usually one of the first warm weekends of spring, making it the exact time that this glass will come in handy. The turquoise color also feels very of-the-moment.

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Pamper Her Peds
Women's Soft Plush Lightweight House Slippers
Comwarm

We don't need to tell you that these go with joggers, right? You wrap them in the same box, you put these on top, and you're an instant hero.

They're the softest slippers you'll ever feel in your life, which means they're perfect for Mom's tired feet.

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Softest Joggers Ever
Vuori Performance Jogger
Vuori

Speaking of joggers! These pants are a gift to your butt. Vuori's Performance Joggers are the softest sweats on the planet: They're stretchy, smooth, flattering, and cute. Anyone who owns a pair tells everyone about them, all the time.

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