Memorable Mother's Day gift ideas for new moms

Spa in a bag

If there’s one thing a new mom needs it’s a little me-time. But since leaving baby at home and heading to the spa isn’t usually an option, why not help to bring the spa home to her? This adorable, portable ‘spa in a bag’ will let her indulge on her own schedule. Included in this gift are Honey Body Butter, Honey Body Scrub, Dead Sea Salts infused with lavender, and Sweet Lips Natural Honey Lip Balm. And we just love the sweet hand-stamped organic cotton tote that it all comes beautifully packaged in! This is a gift that’s comes ready for giving. Spa in a Bag, Uncommon Goods, $60.

Bud memory vase

Help a new mom preserve some of her favourite baby photos in a unique and special way. This custom-made vase is handmade and each photograph is gently and carefully sized, trimmed and transferred to glass for seamless results. Each vase is signed and dated and can include a personal inscription as well! Bud Memory Vase, Memory Vase, $150.

Baby book

Inspired by the quintessential children’s book Guess How Much I Love You, this baby book of the same name is the perfect gift for a new mom to record all those special moments and milestones that baby achieves. With places for words, photos, footprints and other loose memorabilia, this beautiful book will become a cherished treasure for mom and baby alike. Guess How Much I Love You Baby Book, Indigo, $15.74.

Sunglasses

Cashmere eye mask

Never has sleep been more important than now, since mom has a newborn that needs all her care and attention. While sleep may often be elusive, help to make the shuteye she gets a little more luxurious with this cashmere eye mask. It’s an indulgence that mom certainly deserves! Cashmere Eye Mask, Boden New British, $58.

Leather-trim nylon biker babybag

Mama’s got a brand new bag! There are diaper bags and then there are diaper bags. So, while mom might already have a perfectly functioning bag on the go at the moment, we’re pretty sure she’d love having another option. This nylon bag with leather trim perfectly combines style with utility – it’s definitely a winner! MARC by Marc Jacobs Leather-Trim Nylon Biker Babybag, Neiman Marcus, $295.

Netflix subscription

Yep, if she doesn’t have Netflix already, she’ll love you forever for giving her the gift of endless entertainment! Whether to unwind when she finds a moment or two of downtime or whether to find exciting new programming to watch with her baby, Netflix will definitely keep both mom and baby happy. And if she’s already got a subscription, simply purchase a gift card that she can apply to her account. Netflix Subscription, Netflix.com, prices vary.

Pave initial pendant

Help mom keep her baby even closer to her heart with this gorgeous gold pave initial pendant from Kate Spade. Choose the initial of her beautiful baby for a meaningful gift that will bring her joy every time she puts it on. Hanging from a 12-karat gold plated metal chain, this beautiful and delicate pendant is adorned with pave crystals and says ‘one in a million’ on the back. Pave Initial Pendant, Kate Spade, $68.