A Creative Gift Guide for the New Mom

After a close friend or family member gives birth, people tend to run out and shower the new baby with gifts.  But what about the new mom who carried the peanut in her belly for 40 weeks and then went through at least ten to twenty hours of labor to bring the child into the world?  Everyone is quick to forget about the new mom and all the hard work she will be doing over the couple of decades.  Below are some great gift ideas to bring to your friend or relative who recently became a mom.

Snooki Slippers – Slipper are a great gift for a new mom because she will most likely live in them for the first six to eight weeks of the new baby’s life.  Anyone who has had a child knows that the first few weeks are the roughest and you quickly lose track of what time of day it is.  You’re also likely to never change out of your pajamas because you’re trying to squeeze in a nap any chance you get.  If you pick a style from Snooki’s line you’re also guaranteeing that the new mommy will be looking stylish even if she is in sweatpants and a spit-up stained t-shirt.

Restaurant Gift Cards – Many people bring casseroles and other foods to the home of a new baby.  Although this is a sweet gesture it’s sometimes hard to select a meal that everyone in the house will like.  Restaurant gift cards make the perfect gift because you’re giving the new mom (and new dad) a night off from cooking a meal.  You’re also giving them the gift of choosing whatever they like from the menu.  Be sure to choose a restaurant that has take-out as an option.

Manicure / Pedicure Gift Certificate – Any new mom would love the opportunity to get out of the house for a bit to pamper herself.  Her tired feet and hands are likely dying for a rub down and beautification.  

Personalized Necklace – Many stores are now offering unique personalized necklaces.  Choose a gift that the new mother will cherish forever by purchasing a necklace with her new baby’s name engraved on it.  There are many styles available so you will be able to find the perfect one for your friend.

Being a mom is an important job and it’s up to friends and relatives to tell the new mom that she’s doing a great job.  Give her the gift of Snooki slippers, a free dinner, pampering afternoon, or jewelry so she knows that she’s being thought of during this crazy time in her life.