The 52 Most Recommended Gifts for New Moms (2024)

"Postpartum recovery is no joke, and it requires so many supplies!" says new mom and Oprah Daily editor Maggie Maloney. "This FridaBaby kit has everything she needs all in one—trust me, any new mom would be thrilled to see this package arrive at their front door!"

It's a fact: Every new mom has an entire camera roll full of photos of their little one. But how often do they actually print them out? This mini cordless printer hooks up to an app on their phone and lets them print out those cute photos at the touch of a button. The pictures are perfect for adding to a baby book or sharing with friends and family.

Cozy sweats are a wardrobe staple for any new mom looking to keep comfort at the forefront. But that doesn't mean that she wants to walk around the house (or run errands) in a pair of sweats she's had since college. Instead, spring for this sweet set from Stripe & Stare, which will keep her comfy and cute as she adjusts to her new normal.

This will be her new favorite essential gadget. When she's on the go, this noise machine creates 10 unique sounds to lull her baby to sleep anywhere, anytime. The best part? It's small enough to fit anywhere or clip onto a stroller or car seat.

This handy kit of nourishing self-care products allows mom to treat herself and her amazing body. Complete with a hydrating body butter, a rich body oil, a soothing nipple balm, cooling body jelly, and some relaxing bath salts, this kit has it all.

"What I know for sure: A yummy-feeling bathrobe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser," Oprah declared when she included this bathrobe in her Favorite Things gift guide. "And some days a robe (and pj’s) may be the outfit of the day, so it needs to be great." This likely doubly applies to new moms, so she will definitely appreciate this super-soft ribbed robe.

Mom could really use another set of hands—there's only so much she can juggle with the two she's got. Thankfully, this stroller organizer is the next best thing. It offers ample room to keep all the essentials—her coffee, phone, wallet, keys, and more—while she's out and about.

Sleep deprivation is real for new parents—and sometimes the only way to cope is with a good attitude (and a little humor). This bedtime story definitely isn't for baby, but it will give mom a good laugh. And sometimes, that's just what she needs to get through another long, tough day in the trenches of new motherhood.

A brand favored by celebrities and royals alike (Kate Middleton wrapped Prince George in a swaddle blanket from this Brooklyn-based brand when she took him home from the hospital), this durable trio of blankets is made of 100 percent viscose from bamboo. She can use them to wrap up baby for snuggles or catch a bit of privacy when feeding while out and about.

One of Gayle’s and Oprah's favorite leggings brands (as featured in Oprah's Favorite Things 2022) are as comfy as they are cool. New moms will appreciate the sweat-wicking, high-compression, and high-waisted design, which will take them effortlessly from walks with the baby to a solo run to the grocery store.

This one-of-a-kind photo journal is filled with thoughtful prompts (like "Our favorite place to snuggle…" or "You have everyone smiling when you…") to help a mom document every detail of her baby's first year and create a treasured keepsake that can eventually be passed down as her little one grows up.

Her daily coffee ritual is more important than ever—but between feedings and diaper changes, there's no chance she'll get through her cup in one sitting. Enter this practical gift, which keeps her coffee or tea at the perfect temperature—anywhere between 120 and 145 degrees, set through a connected app—for as long as she wants.

In those first few weeks after delivery, bath time isn't just about relaxing—it's essential to help keep things clean and promote healing. These bath salts are specially formulated to improve magnesium levels in the body, which is thought to reduce aches and pains, as well as relieve stress and anxiety.

Cuteness alert! If she's not drinking margaritas just yet, consider this taco-riffic outfit the next best thing (we recommend including actual tacos and taquitos in your gift, too). This matching set is perfect for photo ops or lounging around the house with her little one, and 100 percent cotton makes it easy to clean and oh-so-comfy for both mom and baby to wear.

Mom can enjoy a tension-relieving massage anytime, anywhere with the compact Theragun Mini. The percussive therapy melts away stress and tension in the body—something any new mom will deeply appreciate. If a trip to the spa isn't possible just yet, this mini massage gun will still help soothe sore, achy muscles.

A new mama's feet deserve a break every once in a while! Treat her to peak coziness all winter long with these fully microwavable slippers that are Oprah-approved. Filled with all-natural grain and soothing French lavender, they'll warm her tootsies—and her heart.

Every new mom has grand plans of completing a baby book filled with all their little one's milestones—but parenthood is busy, and it's easy to fall behind. Want to help her out? Snag her this retro-inspired camera for a fun and unexpected gift she'll cherish. It prints outs photos at the push of a button, which just happen to be the perfect size to fit in most baby books.

She's beaming with pride, and this personalized necklace lets her share that with the whole world. Have one side of the delicate gold bar engraved with her child's name and the other with their birth date. It's the ideal special piece for her upcoming birthday–or just, you know, in celebration of her recent birth day.

New moms spend a lot of their time with their bundle of joy (because, duh). This book will make that time even more fun by guiding her through 50 simple, fun science projects that shed light on how her kiddo is acquiring new skills, from recognizing faces and voices to understanding new words and learning to walk.

One look at this beautiful bottle of bubble bath and she'll be eager for a stay-at-home spa night. It will fill the tub with suds scented with sweet jasmine and mandarin for an undeniably wonderful self-care routine. "Simply put, it gives great bubbles," Oprah said of this product.