6 New Mom Gift Essentials When Your BFF Is Having A Baby!

So guys, I’ve got to share a little bit of my excitement with you! My very best friend in the whole wide world just moved back to town! And in just a few months, she’ll be having her second baby, my soon-to-be-niece. I could not be more excited for the opportunity to raise our kids together after years apart. Now that she’s home, I’m working on putting together some of those mama must-haves you might forget on your second time around. Keep reading the check out the 6 new mom gift essentials I can’t wait to share with my BFF!

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.com. 

6 NEW MOM GIFT ESSENTIALS FOR MY BESTIE

Inflammation + Tummy Tamers She Loves

When I was pregnant with my second son, I had insane morning sickness. Ginger chews were one of the first gifts my best friend sent to me during that pregnancy, so I knew she’d love these Prince of Peace Ginger Chews during her pregnancy! They have some great options to choose from, so you’ll have no trouble finding the perfect choice for a new mom in your life My bestie is a mango fan, so the Mango Ginger Chews were a no-brainer. The individually wrapped chews are perfect to throw in a diaper bag or purse, or even tuck into a nightstand drawer, in case morning sickness strikes suddenly. In addition to settling the stomach, the chews may also help to reduce inflammation and help you feel warm in colder weather. (Who knew?!)

Baby Bottles + Soothie Snuggles

One thing I absolutely LOVE about my bestie is her commitment to her career. She’s an amazing chiropractor, and truly loves what she does, even though it means she does have to be away from her kiddo at times. The Philips Avent Natural baby bottle is a perfect choice for her family, since she will nurse when she’s able, and pump milk to be bottle fed while at work. The Natural bottle is specifically designed for babies who will transition between breast and bottle. with a nipple that mimics mom and an air flex vent to minimize colic or other potential issues. 

I’m really excited to see what my new niece thinks of the Soothie Snuggle, simply because it’s absolutely adorable! The sweet plush animal helps baby find and hold on to their Soothie, and detaches from the Soothie for easy cleaning. My kiddos always preferred the Soothie when they were tiny, since it’s what we used in the hospital, but if she ends up going for a different type of pacifier, that can be attached instead!

First Aid At Her Fingertips

Moms at any point in their parenting journey will love having a Medipro Baby First Aid Pod from Me4Kidz available. These handy first aid kit packages feature 105 pieces of healthy and safety essentials packed into 3 pods. Parents can choose which necessities like bandages, cotton swabs, gauze, tape, and more are most important for them to tuck into a stroller or diaper bag to have on hand, and pack them into an appropriate sized pod. It’s a practical gift that is truly priceless when an on-the-go injury, accident, or illness catches you by surprise! (And bonus- the kit is latex and allergy friendly!)

Now through 12/31/19, you can get 25% off your Medipro purchase when you use code Babble2019.

A Little Something Just For Mama

I can’t speak for everyone, but I know for both my BFF and I, pregnancy and parenting are tougher the second time around. (And I just had my 4th kiddo this year, so you can imagine how I’m feeling!) The combination of already having a kiddo to chase, as well as being that much older certainly takes a toll on moms. Indulging in a little bit of self-care that doesn’t take much time or energy is such a gift during pregnancy and in the months after delivery. Vichy’s LiftActiv Peptide-C Anti-Aging Moisturizer is the perfect choice. The paraben-free formula delivers plant-based phyto peptides for skin, as well as Vitamin C and mineralizing water. They all work to restore moisture and collagen, and deliver brighter, firmer skin- something every mama can appreciate!

Until 09/30/19, you can use code Babble19 for 10% off your purchase AND free shipping!

Light (And Loving) Reading

My bestie and I share a love of reading, as well as a strong desire to raise kids who appreciate books as much as we do. The 25th Anniversary book Guess How Much I Love You from Candlewick Press is the perfect new mom gift for all bookworms! I’m willing to bet you’re already familiar with the much loved classic tale of Nut Brown Hare, and have fond family memories of reading it as a child. The chance to pass along such a sweet story in a gorgeous format is hard to resist. The 25th Anniversary edition is packaged in a beautiful slipcase with a keepsake art print, making it an extra special choice to share.

If you’re purchasing in the US, you can use code CANDLEWICK at checkout to save 25% off your book order.

maternity Basics + Nursing Needs

Let’s face it friends… Pregnancy and nursing put your body through some serious changes, and staying comfortable is a challenge. I have definitely been there, and want to be sure my BFF is as comfy as she can be. Playtex V-Front Hipster maternity underwear are SO easy to wear. They’re incredibly soft, without any itchy tags, and sit right under the belly with full coverage across the back. The Playtex Racerback Crop nursing bra is a perfect choice as well. It’s seamless, tagless, and wireless, with no exposed elastic or clasps – truly, one of the most comfortable bras I’ve tried, nursing or not. The QuickStrap® Easy Open clasps make nursing or pumping incredibly convenient. And because the undies and bras all flex to fit, they grow with your body to keep you comfortable from maternity straight through postpartum. 

Which of these gifts would you be most excited to receive as a new parent? Let me know in the comments below!