When a new baby arrives, it’s natural for the gifts to start pouring in — adorable baby grows, soft blankets, tiny socks, cuddly teddies. Occasionally, there might be a bunch of flowers handed to the new mum, a quick nod to everything she’s just been through.
But what if we paused for a moment and thought about her? About the incredible transition she’s in — physically, emotionally, mentally. What if, instead of (or alongside) flowers, we gave something that truly nurtures her, supports her wellbeing, and makes her feel seen?
There’s something very touching at this special time about receiving a gift that says, “This is just for you.” A gift that acknowledges her not only as a mother, but as a woman who has just done something extraordinary.
In fact it was just such a gift that was one of the nuggets of inspiration that eventually led me to set up my gifting business, Sand and Sparkle Gifts. Among all the cute baby clothes there was a special box that was just for me, packed with thoughtful items to encourage me to take time out and focus on self care at a time when I was giving so much.
New Mum Gift Sets and Hampers
A pamper gift set crafted especially with the new Mum in mind is the perfect gift for those that want a thoughtful alternative to flowers, support her emotional and physical wellbeing and treating her at a time when all eyes are on the new baby.
Here's some of the most popular items included in our new Mum and Mum-to-be gift sets.
All natural bump balm
This luxurious, all-natural, hand-crafted balm is designed to soothe stretched skin and support its natural elasticity. Even after birth, a nourishing balm like this helps the skin heal and can offer a moment of mindful self-care. Rich in botanical oils and calming ingredients, it's designed to care for skin and reduce stretch marks.
Find this popular bump balm in many of our Mum-to-be and new-mum gift sets.
Organic lavender or rose petal eye pillow
This luxurious, weighted eye pillow is crafted with silky soft, high-quality fabric and filled with home-grown organic lavender or rose petals.
It provides gentle pressure and aromatherapeutic comfort. Whether she’s resting during a quick nap or winding down at night, it’s a small luxury with big benefits and the perfect self-care gift for a new Mum.
Aromatherapy lavender and frankincense sleep oil
With sleep often in short supply, even brief moments of rest become sacred. An aromatherapy sleep oil blend — featuring calming oils like lavender and frankincense — helps aid relaxation and encourages deeper, more restorative sleep whenever she can catch it.
This pulse point oil is perfect for rolling onto the wrists and other pulse points, with a subtle and relaxing fragrance.
Bath salts with epsom salts and essential oils
When the stars align and she manages a bath, make it a relaxing experience with luxurious all-natural bath bombs or these very special ocean breeze bath salts with cornflower petals. Epsom salts soothe tired muscles, while essential oils and botanicals transform the bathroom into a mini spa. A beautiful bath bomb turns even a quick soak into an indulgent escape.
Find these bath bombs in our range of pamper gift sets perfect for new Mums and Mums-to-be.
All-natural luxurious hand cream
With endless nappy changes, hand washing, and baby-care tasks, her hands are working overtime. A rich and nourishing, all-natural hand cream offers relief, softness, and a touch of self-care for those busy hands that are doing so much.
We include this Cornish-made natural hand cream in a range of thoughtfully curated pamper gift sets and new mum hampers.
We hope this has provided some inspiration for thoughtful and unique gifts for new Mums and Mums-to-be. Pair these gorgeous products with hand-crafted soaps, herbal teas and luxurious chocolate and you have a gift that is sure to make her feel special.
Browse our full range of new Mum Gift Sets and broader range of pamper and relaxation gift sets and hampers or request something bespoke.