The Best Gifts for New Moms

Take a cue from David Beckham: Rings aren’t a one-and-done deal. Without a Beckham-sized budget, however, we love the elegant simplicity of these rose gold stacking rings. The understated hammered bands are an elegant means of showing her that, if given the choice, you’d do it all over again.

One thing new moms don't have time for: Elaborate grooming rituals. This styler solves that issue. It dries and styles her hair at the same time. But above and beyond that, she gets two styling sets with attachments for specific hair types. So that means she go curly or wavy or straight or somewhere in between. It's like having your own personal hair guru, for a fraction of the cost.

So she's going to push out a human. Your human. Get her something that makes her feel human, too. This box has everything she needs: Organic bamboo briefs, an organic bamboo nursing-friendly nightgown, a matching organic bamboo robe, and ultra-soft socks to keep her feet warm.

Meet her new hospital bag. It's made from water-repellant fabric. It has padded handles, a quick-access phone pocket, an exterior water bottle pocket, and room for a 16 inch laptop. In other words, it fits all her essentials, and then some.

Almost as good as an actual foot rub are these elegant linen slippers, perfect when she has to get up for midnight feedings or bathroom breaks.

This wonderfully packaged kit includes everything she needs post-delivery, and makes necessities look pretty and appealing. The kit includes nipple care, nipple shields, mesh undies, and cozy socks, among many other things she needs and will appreciate.

The pearl is a symbol of perfection, which sums up the appeal of these earrings. And each pearl is unique. Exactly like her, wouldn't you say? These earrings feature two 3mm genuine freshwater pearls set in 14 karat gold. It's a keepsake she'll wear all day every day.

She can wear this while pregnant. She can throw this on while nursing. She can take a nap in it. Suffice to say, this versatile cardigan is a fashion staple. It's made of airy alpaca yarn, has two patch pockets, and an extra-long length that's universally flattering.

So she already has a baby name picked out? Here's another standout from LA-based designer Zoe Lev: A 14 karat sold gold necklace, featuring up to five letters of your choice. All connected on a delicate cable link chain necklace available in 14k yellow, white and rose gold.

So look, the name of this thing is a tad ridiculous, to be sure. But the quality is not. Nor is the functionality. She can use it to organize her necessities, and take it with her when she delivers. The case is made from Italian leather in Turkey; the leather is tanned responsibly when measured against things like traceability, and resource consumption.

Endlessly flattering and endlessly timeless, this is the dress she'll wear during her third trimester. After she gives birth. And probably well beyond that. It has a deep v-neck, dolman sleeves, and a perfect side drape.

Coyuchi's linens are worth every penny because they're just that soft. And these slippers, well, they're created specifically for standout indoor comfort when she's curled up on the couch, taking a little break from nursing. The back is made of ribbed knit that can be worn up or down. The interior is lined with terry. It's upscale coziness.

Pregnancy can lead to stretch marks. It's a reality for most moms. This set belongs in her arsenal, because it's specifically made to reduce the appearance of stretch marks. She gets a stretch mark oil to hydrate her skin, a cream to to keep everything smooth, and a butter to provide total nourishment. This, from a brand based in Los Angeles and known for using USDA-certified organic ingredients as much as possible in its formulations.

Ever tried tying your shoelaces when you're nine months pregnant? Yeah, didn't think so. She needs slip ons. And these are the best slip ons. They're breathable, machine-washable, and conform to the shape of her foot.

These 14 karat gold and diamond studs are playfully brilliant. And they're exactly what she needs to brighten her day.

She's got your heart on lock. You can enrage this necklace on either the front or back of the charm. It's a combo of 18k gold vermeil and 18k gold-plated brass.

The refined cashmere flats are as soft as socks, but have the added style element of ballet flats, so she won't feel shlubby wearing them around the house.

If any brand won the pandemic, it's Barefoot Dreams; its blankets are so cozy, they sold out over and over and over again. This set is like that wearable blanket, but prettier. The robe has relaxed open sleeves with satin trim, with matching washable slippers and a reversible satin sleep mask with satin band. Perfect for home. The hospital. Wherever.

Another handy gift she'd never think to get for herself: A leather valet tray for her keys, rings, and face mask, that also charges her devices. Perfect for her bedside table. And yes, you can monogram it.

We can't stress this enough: It's the little things that make the biggest impact. She breathes in the soothing, calming scents of lavender and chamomile when she places this cashmere pillow over her eyes. The removable organic cotton inner pillow is washable.

If she tosses and turns in bed, trying her best to just get comfortable, ease the process with this luxury body pillow. And yes, it can go to the hospital with her as well, thanks to its elegant little reusable, organic cloth bag. The pillow itself is great for side sleepers, helping to reduce back and shoulder strain. It has an organic, molded latex insert, as well as a removable, washable organic cotton cover.

These plants are the opposite of demanding, which is the last thing she needs. Each of these little gardens is hand-planted in Los Angeles using locally grown succulents. And the box doubles as a planter. All they need is a little water, and a little love. And they bring so much joy.

Milk Bar has great desserts, as we already know. But this cookie. It's that good. She'll get chocolate chips in a deep vanilla base, plus pretzels, potato chips, graham crackers, coffee, oats, and butterscotch. There are 12 cookies per container.

If she loves cookies, get her the best damn cookies that are worth every single calorie. This set includes the brand's famous and inimitable compost cookies, as well as B’Day Cake truffles, corn cookies, blueberry and cream cookies, chocolate chocolate cookies, and cornflake chocolate chip marshmallow cookies.

Pregnant women tend to run hot at night. So help her sleep better with this cooling silk pillowcase. It protects her skin and hair from friction damage, and is eminently breathable.

When you're seemingly 900 months pregnant, you need a reminder that you're fabulous. This sexy and sensual candle has notes of almond, clary sage and fresh lavender, so it's a nice way to let her know just how intoxicating she really is.

The third trimester is about nesting and getting ready for labor and delivery. This blanket checks all those boxes. It's deliriously soft faux fur, so she can chill with it indoors while reading. And she can take it to the hospital with her, for a little touch of something fancy and special.

Diffusers are a gift from the heavens, but they're also messy because you have to fill them with essential oils. Which can also be major skin irritants. The Aera does the thinking for you, because it works via an app and uses fragrance capsules. It has adjustable settings depending on room size and lets her decide how long it runs, so she can set it from the car and walk into a home that smells of lavender, mandarin and bergamot, as opposed to diapers and cat.

Is she a side sleeper? Does she prefer something harder or ultra-soft? Let the experts at Pluto create a dream pillow for her, out of over 35 variations. Each one is made by hand, and designed to cater to her sleep needs.

As she's getting into nesting mode, this keepsake box is a wonderful way to being storing those fleeting memories, from the first sonogram to delivery day. It has acid-free drawers, vertical files for documents, and mini envelopes for that first lock of hair or first tooth, plus illustrated labels help you organize and then find these items years later. She'll thank you for it.

A great kit for both pre-baby and once she brings the baby home, because having a child means so much paperwork. This is an elegant way to organize the social security card, passport, lock of hair, and birth certificate, in 10 expandable, resealable, and acid-free envelopes of different sizes to fit all manner of official papers. There's even room for gift cards, plus illustrated labels and a table of contents. Not only is it practical, it's also a great keepsake, and you can get it monogrammed.

Baby brain is a thing. It's when she forgets where she put her keys or phone or wallet. Help stop that thing called baby brain with this gorgeous valet tray, which is made of leather and belongs on her nightstand. It makes organizing not just doable, but desirable.

Look, phones are great. But nothing beats the instant gratification of an actual physical print. Get her the smallest instant camera out, which churns out those classic frames but fits into her pocket. So she can capture every moment with her new baby. It even includes her first pack of film.

If her idea of pure joy is losing herself in a great read, look no further: For $10, she gets access to hundreds of thousands of books and audiobooks, as well as magazines and podcasts. New content is added all the time, and there's no limit to the number of books she can read per month, by authors ranging from Ruth Ware to Alice Hoffman.