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Ann Taylor Striped Relaxed Perfect Shirt

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Ann Taylor Striped Relaxed Perfect Shirt
On Sale 32% off

Buy Now $67

If the new mom in your life has plans to go back to work after mat leave, get her a top that makes her feel powerful and confident. My go-to uniform whenever I have a Zoom call with my manager, or have to run a meeting is a striped button-down. It makes me feel like I can take command of a room, and I just know I look sharp. Ann Taylor makes a solid striped button-down: It’s a mostly cotton blend with a bit of spandex for stretch.
Neiwai Barely Zero Camisole

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Neiwai Barely Zero Camisole

$49 Buy Now

As a new mom, I desperately just wanted tops I could throw on and not overthink. A cami with built-in boob control and adjustable straps means I don’t have to worry about a bra—and it’s easy access for breastfeeding. Designed with the brand’s buttery soft and stretchy CloudFit fabric, this top from Neiwai feels like a second skin.
Hydrojug Traveler 40 Oz Water Bottle

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HydroJug Traveler 40 oz Water Bottle

$40 Buy Now at Amazon

$40 Buy Now at Target

Whether or not she’s breastfeeding, Mama is gonna need to stay hydrated. Get her a cute and functional water bottle that’s large enough to hold enough water, so she doesn’t have to re-fill every hour. I love Hydrojug’s design (some favorite features include the rubber base that keeps it from easily slipping, flip straw that doesn’t get gross super fast, and its cup holder-friendly design).
Society 6 Chaos Mug

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Oh Fine Art, Relax It’s Only Chaos Mug

$25 Buy Now

This ceramic mug is dishwasher and microwave safe, so she can easily wash it as well as reheat her coffee ten times. “Relax It’s Only Chaos” is like the theme of my life, usually, so using this mug as my caffeine vessel only makes sense.
Blue Nile Diamond

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Blue Nile, Four Prong Basket Solitaire Lab Grown Diamond Pendant In 14K White Gold
On Sale 30% off

$574 Buy Now

As someone whose ring size grew when she was pregnant, I’d honestly advise against getting the new mom in your life a ring and opt for a necklace. And if you want a luxe diamond necklace without spending thousands, you should look into lab-grown diamond options. It’s physically the same as traditional diamonds, only more eco- and budget-friendly. I personally have my husband shop from Blue Nile for every event because I trust the quality, and it’s a price we can afford. Plus? Every piece is stunning. I’m currently eyeing this gorgeous diamond necklace that’s simple enough to go with every single outfit, yet shiny enough to make me feel special and loved.

Blue Nile is best known for their lab-grown diamonds, but they have a huge variety of jewelry pieces for all tastes.
Colorescience Brush-On SPF

Colorescience, Sunforgettable Total Protection Brush-On Shield SPF 50

$69 Buy Now

Sunscreen is *so* important, and while I always remember to put SPF on my daughter, I always forget myself. Because, #momlife. To make life easier, I’ll put this brush-on powder sunscreen in my bag, so if I do forget, I can always apply later. This is a practical, not-so-cute gift, but it’s one she’ll be thankful for, especially with summer coming up.
Wonderbly Book

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Wonderbly First Mother’s Day for Mommy & Me

$40 Buy Now

I’m such a sucker for these personalized books! This one is a storybook that you can craft for the first-time mama in your life, and customize everything from how mom and baby look, cover style, and dedication. The rest of it is kind of a general Hallmark story, but you get 32 pages, and it’s printed and dispatched in 3-4 days. The story, from the site: “Quite simply, it’s a gift book designed to properly mark a mom and baby’s first Mother’s Day together. A baby will enjoy a thousand little firsts with Mom: steps, stories, singsongs. Written from baby to Mommy, this book is an adorable way for baby to say: ‘Thank you, Mommy, for all these incredible firsts. I love you, too.'” SO CUTE.
Favorite Daughter Mom Sweatshirt

Favorite Daughter Mom of the Year Sweatshirt

$98.00 Buy Now On Amazon

Give me all the “mom” merch. All of it. Especially this Favorite Daughter sweater which is pre-shrunk to give you that effortless, loose fit without you having to dry it to sizing perfection. It’s what I wanna wear on chilly mornings as I sip my coffee for just five more minutes.
Christian Louboutin Tote Bag

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Christian Louboutin Large Cabata Soft Leather Tote Bag

$1590 Buy Now

Just because she’s a mom now, doesn’t make her any less stylish. For me, the most doable way to still show off my personal style was my bag rotation (since most of my clothing doesn’t fit me these days), so I invested in a few new handbags. One that I’m personally eyeing is this Christian Louboutin large soft leather tote. It’s gigantic, so it’ll actually hold your laptop, baby wipes, keys, phone, snacks, etc. The removable pouch-pocket is handy for the smaller stuff, like your lip balm. In terms of shopping for lux goods, I like to buy stuff from Nordstrom, because the returns process is so stress-free.
Piglet in Bed Duvet Cover

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Piglet in Bed Honey Gingham Linen Blend Duvet Cover

$229+ Buy Now

Bed is my sanctuary. My safe space. Where I can finally catch up in five minutes of reading, or TV, or journaling. I try to make it feel as luxurious and nourishing for my soul as possible, so I tend to justify pricier bedding. One of my favorite additions is this Piglet in Bed Honey Gingham linen duvet cover, which is sturdy enough for me, my husband, and two dogs, easy to wash and dry, looks bright and springy, and oh-so soft. Piglet in Bed has lots of cozy bed and home offerings, but this is my current fave.
Kosas Revealer Concealer

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Kosas Revealer Concealer

$32 Buy Now

Hyped by celebs and beauty editors alike, the Kosas Revealer Concealer is loved for its ultra creamy formula and pigmented coverage. I’ve been using this since I was pregnant and stopped getting my normal eight hours of sleep (RIP). It covers the purple-y hue under my eyes and makes me look more alert. It comes in a wide range of shades and will last you forever! Highly recommend this gift to all the tired mamas (AKA, all of us).
Laneige Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum

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Laneige Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum

$22 Buy Now at Laneige

$22 Buy Now at Amazon

Laneige may be celebrated most for its Lip Sleeping Mask lip balm , but its tinted lip serum is the hydrating, tinted gloss you need to add to your roster of lip products. I honestly love this product so much—it’s one of those lippies you can pull from your purse while driving, swipe, and instantly give yourself a pop of color that’s still nourishing for the lips. It’s high-shine and smells like dessert. Easily one of the best glossies on the market right now.
Lululemon Restfeel Slides

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Lululemon, Restfeel Slides

$58 Buy Now

Recovery sandals feel incredible when she’s been on her feet all day and she wants something cushion-y, light, and easy to slip into (that aren’t necessarily fuzzy slippers—especially for summer). Lululemon makes the best recovery footwear around, and I also love how pretty they look, too.
L’Occitane Hand Cream Trio

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L’Occitane Hand Cream Trio

$33.00 Buy Now On Amazon

Between the hormones and the constant washing of bottles, binkies, and pump parts, her hands probably feel like a pile of dried leaves. L’Occitane makes the *best* hand creams around, and they feel (and smell) incredibly luxurious.
Ice Roller

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BAIMEI IcyMe Ice Roller for Face and Gua Sha Facial Tool Set
On Sale 33% off

$8 Buy Now On Amazon

Not only is this ice roller heaven sent for facial de-puffing, but you can also use it on clogged ducts! If she’s breastfeeding or pumping, odds are she’ll deal with a clogged duct or two—and a cold face roller is a nice hack to get the inflammation down and relieve pain. We love a practical two-fer.
Solar Eclipse Mama Heart Keychain

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Solar Eclipse Mama Heart Hand Painted Key Chain Bag Charm

$28 Buy Now at Nordstrom

One of my favorite gifts has been a statement bag charm with my daughter’s initials. I can switch it from bag to bag, depending on my uniform and style feelings that day. This tortoiseshell heart keychain is so cute, and not too expensive, either.
Cozy Earth Pajamas

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Cozy Earth Women’s Bamboo Stretch-Knit Long Sleeve Pajama Set
On Sale 15% off

$143 Buy Now

These were the pajamas I took with me in my hospital go-bag back when I was pregnant, and they’re still my go-to. The bamboo knit is supremely soft, the elastic waistband is somehow more forgiving than any other pair of sweatpants I know, and they’re lightweight enough to be comfortable even in the dead of summer. A loungewear and sleeping must, IMO.
Medicube Age-R Booster Pro

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Medicube Age-R Booster Pro

$220 Buy Now On Amazon

The Medicube Age-R Booster Pro —the number-one selling skincare device in South Korea beloved by celebs like Hailey Bieber and Kylie Jenner—is a really effective 4-in-1 skin tool that offers microcurrent and LED red light therapy to smooth, refine, and sculpt your face in minutes. As a new mom with maybe fifteen minutes a night to spare, this device has been a game-changer that fakes an in-office visit. My complexion feels more supple, skin more taut, and fine lines dramatically reduced. It really is worth the hype, and I’ve already texted all my girlfriends about it.
Chanel Les Beiges Water-Fresh Tint

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Chanel Les Beiges Water-Fresh Tint

$72 Buy Now from Chanel

$72 Buy Now From Ulta

I caved and bough the $72 skin tint from Chanel because I fell for the (maybe?) TikTok propaganda. Sometimes, Mama just needs an overpriced beauty product. This one is honestly worth it, though—it gives you a dewy, your-skin-but-better finish, beautiful light coverage (that somehow blurs discoloration without the mattifying effect), and it even comes with a pretty Chanel brush.
Miko Shiatsu Foot Massager

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Miko Shiatsu Foot Massager with Heat
On Sale 38% off

$150 Buy Now at Nordstrom

This heated foot massager kneads, compresses, and vibrates, targeting pressure points and melting away tension and pain in minutes. This is the next best thing if leaving the house for a professional in-person foot massage isn’t in the cards.
Medicube Jelly Cream

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Medicube Collagen Jelly Cream

$15 Buy Now On Amazon

This Meghan Markle-beloved K-Beauty jelly cream is packed with skin-nourishing ingredients like niacinimide and hydrolyzed collagen which leave skin looking more bouncy and brighter.
Artifact Uprising

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Artifact Uprising, Custom Photo-Wrapped Hardcover
On Sale –

$34+ Buy Now

For a truly beautiful photobook that prioritizes high-quality photos and pages and is made to last, you can’t get much better than Artifact Uprising’s offerings. AF is in the business of sentimentality, and their books and frames all make lovely gifts. This custom photo book allows you to choose the photos you want printed, as well as custom layout options.
Hot Mom Cool Mom Mug

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Uncommon Goods Mostly Cool (Sometimes Hot) Mom Color Change Mug

$28 Buy Now

This color-changing mug says it all. Just make sure to hand-wash it so you don’t strip away the magic.
Jouer Luminze Eye Slugging Balm

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Jouer Luminize Overnight Dark Circle Slugging Balm

$32.00 Buy Now On Amazon

It’s hard to pick just one product from Jouer, a French-style beauty brand that specializes in luminous, glow-y formulations that nourishes skin and lips from the inside out. This overnight “slugging” balm for under eyes is a lifesaver for anyone who needs to give those eye bags some TLC. Star ingredients include caffeine, licorice, and vitamin C and E—all meant to soften and brighten the delicate (and sleepy) skin under eyes.
Gorjana Gold Mama Necklace

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Gorjana 14k Gold Mama Necklace

$390 Buy Now

This 14K gold “mama” necklace is the sentimental bling that goes with everything and reminds her of her newest job. Gorjana specializes in dainty jewelry that’s just as durable as it is pretty—and 10 percent of proceeds go toward Baby 2 Baby, a group helping moms and babies in need.
Shark FlexStyle® Air Styling & Drying System Blossom Bliss

Shark HD430 FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System
On Sale 34% off

$230.00 Buy Now On Amazon

When I tell you this thing has replaced literally all of my other tools, I’m not joking. After my Dyson Airwrap broke on a trip to my friend’s wedding (AGH), I invested in a Shark FlexStyle and have never looked back. It’s been the ultimate hair tool to get a salon-quality blow out in about 10 minutes (which is all the time I have these days). I recommend this over the Dyson Airwrap to all of my mom and non-mom friends because it’s easy to use, sturdy, and gives you a baller blowout.
Gold Belly

Tom Cruise’s White Chocolate Bundt Cake

$140 Buy Now

Yup, this is *the* white chocolate coconut cake that Tom Cruise reportedly sends to all of his closest pals every Christmas. And now you can, too! In fact, you can send the mom in your life a bunch of various famous desserts (and other treats) from across the country via Gold Belly. Just select which treat you think she’ll dig the most, pick a date you want it to arrive, and click send!
Touchland Hand Sanitizer

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Touchland Premium Hand Sanitizer (Rosewater)

$16 Buy Now

Once you become a mom, it’s unclear when you’re not washing your hands. My hands are perpetually dry because I’m pretty much always washing or sanitizing my hands, either because I’ve changed a poopy diaper, or I want to avoid spreading germs to my baby. It helps to have a luxe hand sanitizer that not only smells divine (like this Touchland one in “Rosewater”) but actually leaves your skin soft and supple (instead of parched and ravaged). Plus, all the cool kids love Touchland.
PBK x Savor Exclusive Baby Vault Keepsake Box

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PBK x Savor Exclusive Baby Vault Shagreen Keepsake Box

$89-$129 Buy Now at Pottery Barn Kids

To be honest with you, so many of my daughter’s first things (her coming home from the hospital outfit, first pacifier, first rattle, the sweater she wore for our first photoshoot together at two months) are in…a cardboard box. Somewhere. Which makes me nervous, living in Los Angeles (where there are fires every year). I would *love* a keepsake box like this to keep these momentos safe and easily accessible. This one comes in three colors and is personalizable.
Fresh Sends x Tubby Todd Bouquet

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Fresh Sends, The New Baby Send

$132 Buy Now

A gift for Mom and Baby? Adorable. This includes a stunning bouquet and Tubby Todd’s All Over Ointment (which she can definitely swipe—I certainly do), and Sweet Cheeks Diaper Paste. This one is definitely better for the brand new mom, as most parents have these essentials and then some by like, month two. But if you know a mama who’s in that newborn bubble, this will make for the sweetest Mother’s Day or Just Because gift.
Bogg Bag

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Original Bogg Bag

$90 Buy Now at BOGG

$90 Buy Now at Amazon

The Bogg Bag hype is real and well-deserved. If she has any plans on hitting the beach, pool, or lake, the Bogg bag will be her best friend this summer. Made from a water/life-proof EVA material, this bag is cute and basically indestructible while holding evvvvverything. Book? Check. Everyone’s snacks and sunscreen and tablets? Check. Towels? Check. Floaties? Check check check. It’s practical and fun and the best gift ahead of vacation season.
Bodily Lactation Latte

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Bodily, Organic Lactation Latte

$38 Buy Now

If the new mom in your life is breastfeeding, it’s very possible that this endeavor has taken over her whole life. Feeding on demand is no joke, and keeping up your supply is a full-time job. This lactation support latte was developed with a lactation expert in order to help boost that supply—and it tastes good, too! Bodily also has really, really comfortable bras (my favorite is the Everything Bra, which I wore throughout my entire pregnancy and postpartum).
Carbon 38 Leggings

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Carbon38, High Rise Leggings in Melt

$108 Buy Now

I’m eight months postpartum, and it’s still a struggle forcing myself back into my jeans. Not because I don’t fit in them (although that is true), but because the idea of not being in soft, body-sculpting and hugging leggings seems insane. I keep going back to these leggings over and over—they’re even lighter and softer than the Aligns. They’re so perfect for all-day wear, and make me feel snatched, as the kids may or may not say these days.
Hill House The Kimmy Nap Dress

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Hill House, Kimmy Nap Dress

$228 Buy Now

One month postpartum, I needed an outfit that wasn’t just PJs or leggings—something put together that would make me feel cute and alive again. Hill House was how I achieved this style goal. The Nap Dress is super stretchy, soft, and long—it really is like a nightgown you can totally wear outside. I’m digging the Kimmy Nap Dress and its more understated ruffles.
Kulfi Badi Lash Mascara

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Kulfi, Badi Lash Mascara

$26 Buy Now at Sephora

$26 Buy Now at Kulfi

There’s an endless supply of mascaras on the market (and thanks to my job, I get to test a bunch of ’em), but this one outshines them all. It gives you longer, thicker lashes in one swipe, providing easy glam that’s smudge and flake-proof. I am *obsessed* with this mascara—I think it may just be my favorite of all time, and I don’t say that lightly. Why is it on my list of gifts for Mom’s first Mother’s Day? Because new moms don’t have time for a 10-step makeup routine! They want shit that works and makes them feel transformed, which this formula does.
Prada Moisturizing Lip Balm

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Prada Moisturizing Lip Balm

$50 Buy Now

This “your lips but better” shade from Prada is the magic that Sabrina Carpenter promised when she first shared her lipstick go-to. With one swipe, you get the most perfect, rosy pop of color while simultaneously hydrating dry lips (thanks, hormones and breastfeeding). I carry this with me wherever I go (it’s especially clutch when I want to take a selfie with the baby but want to give my lips a bit more color, fast!).
Phlur Rose Whip Perfume

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Phlur, Rose Whip Perfume

$99 Buy Now

Phlur fragrances have never failed me—each and every one is deliciously unique, warm, and universally flattering. But I’ve been loving their latest launch, Rose Whip, which is a floral scent totally reimagined with notes of cashmere, pink pepper, and red currant. Scents are personal, but you can’t go wrong with this one.