Looking for fun Mother’s Day gifts for expectant mamas? You’re in the right place! Mother’s Day is a special time to celebrate all the amazing moms and moms-to-be in our lives but finding the perfect gift for an expectant mama can be tricky!
Forget the cliché flowers and chocolates (unless they come with pickles, of course!). As a person who is frequently around pregnant women and a mama x2 myself, I’ve got the inside scoop on what truly makes a pregnant woman feel loved and appreciated.
Here are some fun and unique Mother’s Day gift ideas that will make her day extra special. For this list, we broke down the gift ideas into categories to make it easier to navigate. Without further ado, let’s dive in!
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My first Mother’s Day
I got pregnant with my first baby in May, so I actually didn’t get to experience a “pregnant” Mother’s Day until my second pregnancy!
My first was born in February, so I celebrated my first Mother’s Day when he was three months old. But, I figured I’d still kick this list off with what my husband gave me on my first Mother’s Day because it would make an awesome gift for a mama-to-be, especially if you’ve already chosen a name!
A sweet and simple initial necklace!
This idea can also be used as an inspiring jumping-off point for other initial or name-themed gifts for the pregnant mama in your life. So sweet! I totally love it, and still wear it frequently!
Alright, let me share the rest of my best pregnant mama gift ideas! As we were putting together this gift guide, we decided to break up gift ideas into different categories to help you choose a gift that will appeal best to the special mama in your life.
For the pampered mama
Nothing wrong with wanting to be pampered, mama! I 100% fall into this category myself…pampering is the way to my heart ❤️ Here are some ideas:
1. Spa day
Help the mama-to-be relax and de-stress with a prenatal massage and / or a manicure and pedicure.
2. Pregnancy pillow
If she doesn’t already have one, a pregnancy pillow makes a fantastic gift. One of my personal favorites is Pharmedoc’s U-shape full body pillow.
3. Comfy robe and slippers
This fleece, hooded bath robe is a great option. Pair it with these memory foam slippers and you have the perfect gift for any expecting mama.
4. Cozy blanket
Even if it’s summertime I love getting on the couch and getting snug under a blanket. This cozy throw blanket checks all the boxes! It’s cute, it’s cozy, it’s affordable, and it comes in over 20 colors!
For the practical mama
I’m not saying the pampered mama wouldn’t enjoy these things but these gift ideas would probably excite the practical mama a little bit more.
1. A water bottle
I know it sounds silly but pregnancy thirst is unlike any thirst I’ve ever experienced (well, breastfeeding thirst was pretty intense too.) My personal favorite? Owala! These water bottles are durable, keep drinks super cold, and come in so many cute colors.
Any expecting mama would love an Owala water bottle to encourage her water consumption during and after pregnancy.
2. Belly support band
Another item that is good to have but also not ‘fun’ to buy. A good pregnancy support band can make all the difference when it comes to pregnancy aches and pains. I would recommend a Belly Bandit band or Motif’s support band.
3. Meal delivery service or gift card
Take meal prep and planning off her plate by giving the gift of delicious food without the cooking! The meal delivery services out there are endless but if you can’t find one you like you could always go with a Grub Hub, Uber Eats, or Door Dash gift card.
4. Pregnancy planner
or those planner mamas, we’ve got you covered! for some. It’s never too early in pregnancy to get your planning on. Did you know that we have our very own Mommy Labor Nurse digital and printable planner? You can find it here!
For the clothes enthusiast mama
Maternity clothes…not exactly fun to buy but also pretty necessary for a growing body. I’m not saying you need to totally revamp your wardrobe or anything (but that’s also totally fine if you do) but a few staple clothing items are pretty crucial during pregnancy.
1. Bump-friendly leggings
Even if it’s a summer pregnancy, there’s a very good chance mama will get some good wear out of maternity leggings. They aren’t specifically maternity but I have several pairs of the Colorfulkoala leggings and let me tell you, the are ahhhh-mazing! They are superrrr stretchy so shouldn’t have a problem accommodating a bump, plus, the can be worn long after pregnancy (speaking from experience!)
2. Labor gown
This labor gown, that comes in 20 (!!) different colors and patterns would be a wonderful addition to any expecting mama’s wardrobe! It’s also functional option for breastfeeding too!
3. Maternity pajamas or loungewear
Kindred Bravely has the CUTEST maternity pajamas and loungewear around. What pregnant mama doesn’t want to feel cute and comfy?! If you’re not sure what to get, check out their website for some inspiration!
4. Pink blush maternity clothing
Maybe mama-to-be needs a dress or something nicer for an upcoming event. Or, maybe she just prefers something other than maternity leggings and oversized sweatshirts. Either way, picking something from Pink Blush or giving a Pink Blush gift card is a fantastic idea!
Pink Blush has everything from special occasion and party dresses to loungewear and everything in between. There’s no doubt in my mind that your or the expecting mama in your life will be able to find something lovely from Pink Blush!
Skincare and “self care” gift ideas
1. a Bump box
This gift takes the guesswork out of what to get completely! Bump Boxes are a curated box full of little goodies and gifts to spoil the mama-to-be.
You can choose a box that matches her trimester and rest assured it will be full of the best of the best when it comes to products and treats that will help her feel comfortable, confident, and glowing!
2. Burt’s Bees Pregnancy Essentials Gifts
3 gifts in 1! This cute little gift set comes with soothing leg and foot cream, lip balm, and belly butter.
3. Frida mom pregnancy skincare set
This skincare set comes with 4 essential pregnancy products! You will get in-shower lotion, stretch prep balm, a no-friction stick, and a leg and foot swell spray. These 4 products will help nourish, prevent, protect, and soothe your pregnancy skin, mama!
4. Earth Mama’s Pregnancy Collection
This is a little box of heaven on earth for a pregnant mama. Their words say it best,
“This bundle of self-care essentials is here to hold your hand through the tough weeks and ready to take on the world when the pregnancy glow kicks in. Mindfully crafted with clean, non-toxic ingredients to celebrate and comfort the entire journey.”
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Other gift ideas for expecting mamas
1. Some cute pregnancy socks
Fun for home and to pack in her hospital bag! They’ve got lots of cute phrases – my favorites are the “Rub My Feet” ones.
2. Hatch restore
Sleep is hard enough to come by during pregnancy. The Hatch Restore helps you sleep the way nature intended and allows you to build a restful routine, from sunset to sunrise. A dimmable clock keeps your room dark and your mind quiet. A sunrise alarm clock supports your natural circadian rhythm to avoid waking to a jarring alarm.
3. Deep Sleep Pillow spray
Insomnia is an all-too-common pregnancy symptom, and anything that can help her get some sleep will make a great gift! This pillow spray promotes sleep, relaxation, and relieves stress and anxiety.
Pair it with a pregnancy pillow or new high-quality pillow and some PJs to round out the gift!
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4. Pregnancy Pillow Wedge
For mamas who don’t like the size and feel of a full-blown pregnancy pillow (like the one above!) – a pregnancy pillow wedge is a great alternative.
This has a much slimmer profile, and basically, just gives your belly a little bit of support while you’re sleeping on your side. Enough to make a pretty big difference in sleep quality actually!
The gift of knowledge
1. Birth It Up: Online birth classes
Too many mamas skip out on childbirth education for a number of reasons. They don’t think it’s worthwhile, it’s too expensive, or they don’t have room in their busy schedules.
Insert the online birth class! Give the gift of a birth class that they can take anywhere, at any time.
They will be SO grateful later. I know it will give them a better birth experience, and you can be the one to gift it to them 🙂
Birth It Up: All Access is MLN’s birthing class bundle. For just under $100 you can give an expecting mama on-demand access to three complete childbirth classes (epidural, natural, C-section), five bonus lessons, and the confidence to rock labor and birth!
2. Milkology: An online breastfeeding class
Breastfeeding education is often not on the mind of expectant mamas, but learning about breastfeeding before you’re in it can give you SUCH a leg up.
This is a great gift to pair with some loungewear or great maternity/nursing bras! These courses are not only awesome but are also so affordable, a no brainer in my mind!
3. Taking Cara Babies: Newborn sleep class
“Will I Ever Sleep Again” is an online class for expectant and new parents to teach them how to lay healthy sleep foundations from day one!
The expectant mama in your life will be so grateful to learn about this before she’s in it, and have it as a reference when she’s in the throes of the newborn days!
Wrapping up with experience gifts!
So far, I’ve shared a lot of different gifts you can wrap up and give. But there is nothing like a good experience or memory gift!
Here are a few ideas for pregnancy:
- A special lunch or dinner
- A maternity photoshoot
- A cooking class
- A special day out (movie, shopping, museum, park)
What will you choose as a Mother’s Day gift for the expectant mothers in your life?
You really can’t go wrong here! The fact that you’re even searching for gift ideas means you’re already on the right track. What’s most important is that mama feels loved and appreciated.
