Christmas gifts for pregnant women – gift guide
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Christmas is coming for a pregnant mum, but the alcohol, blue cheese and egg nog are out. So, it’s about time we found some pregnancy gifts that mum can actually enjoy. But what gifts can be given to a pregnant lady during Christmas? Whether you’re scouring Etsy for handmade gifts, Amazon for same-day/next day delivery, or supporting small businesses to find special personalised gifts, I’ve got you covered.
Below is a list of gorgeous gifts for expectant mothers which also double up as a great baby shower pregnancy Christmas gift guide too!
Products for morning sickness relief
If mum is newly pregnant, then pregnancy, especially during the first trimester, can be physically taxing on the body. So one of the best gifts for pregnant women is something to curb that nasty nausea! After five pregnancies, I have my running favourites, which may not always be healthy, but they have got me through the brutal sickness. These are:
- Sour strawberry laces (ok, not so healthy)
- Avocado with lots of lemon and salt (healthy-ish)
- Ginger and Lemon tea (healthy)
- Sour Morning sickness sweets (these are my favourite, especially the sour raspberry flavour!)
- Marmite (crank up those B vitamins!)
Buy the Sour Morning Sickness sweets from Amazon
Maternity pillow
Why does a pregnant woman need a pregnancy pillow? Because bumps can hurt, especially during sleep! Plus, after the second trimester, mum has to sleep on her left side so it’s vital to keep her back and front supported so she has optimal sleep.
Getting a pregnancy pillow will not only provide mum with the comfort that she needs but it will protect the baby and allow the body to pass maximum nutrients to the growing body.
There are lots of different types of pregnancy pillows out there but the best one I’ve tried from experience is the total body pillow that protects both front and back and provides comfort between the legs too to prevent hip pain.
You can buy my favourite pregnancy pillow here
Belly butter
Some great expectant mother gifts can include belly butter for that growing bump! One of my favourite kinds of belly butter is Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Moisturising lotion, which you can buy from Amazon here. This belly butter helped to prevent stretch marks on my belly, even with big babies! So I would definitely include it in the Christmas gift list!
You can buy Palmer’s Cocoa Butter from Amazon here
A pregnancy journal
If you’re buying for a pregnant friend, then a pregnancy journal or pregnancy planner can make for a great present as the journal allows mum to record her journey from positive pregnancy test to her due date and ultimately birth to even baby’s first Christmas! Plus, it can double up as a book to read during down times too!
Buy an award-winning pregnancy journal from Amazon
A nursing cover
Adding a nursing cover to the Christmas gift box is ideal for mums who want that extra bit of privacy when breastfeeding in public. But sometimes nursing covers can get restrictive for both mum and baby so this Eclipse Nursing Privacy Cover above (in Fairy Tree) from Bellamoon* is structured in such a way that it doesn’t swamp or cling to your baby, so they can enjoy a feed in a private airy space and without any distraction. It’s easy to put on and take off – you simply loop the strap over your head and you have a protective barrier to shield any leaks, sprays and exposure while still allowing you to have a full view of your gorgeous baby.
Click here to buy the Bellamoon Eclipse Nursing Cover in Fairy Tree* now for just £25.00
Maternity / nursing bras
With fluctuating body sizes, mum will need some comfy pregnancy and nursing bras to keep her comfortable during feeding times. Add a pop of colour to mum’s wardrobe by gifting her a limited-edition Lipstick Ballet Bravado Designs nursing bra*, which is the perfect stay-at-home nursing sleep bra for those cosy sofa days during Christmas. Its pull-on styling with no back closure means that it provides light support for lounging and sleeping, plus it’s ideal for use during pregnancy, breastfeeding and beyond! RRP is £26.00 and you can also find other colours here.
Personalised baby hamper
One of the best gifts for expecting mothers is to offer a fancy gift box or expectant mother gift basket, which includes items for mum and for when the baby arrives too. My favourite of the baby hampers is this beautiful Baby Blooms My First Year Hamper*, which you can get in Blue, White or Pink. This award-winning luxury hamper (we were gifted the blue hamper) which can be personalised by adding the baby’s name, is a gorgeous and practical gift for mum and new baby.
With 5-star reviews this baby hamper should be one of the first items to add to your list of Christmas gifts for pregnant women because it contains all the necessary items, not just for those first few weeks, but to take baby right through to their first birthday – and beyond! So, what do you get in this beautiful pregnancy gift basket?
- 1 x Little Bunny squeaky toy with blue ribbon – suitable from birth.
- 1 x Little Bunny comforter with blue ribbon – suitable from birth.
- 1 x Little Bunny ring rattle with blue ribbon – suitable from birth.
- 1 x box of Little Love pyjamas containing two pairs of 100% cotton pyjamas ,age 0-6 months.
- 1 x Little Love bathrobe, made from 100% cotton, age 0-12 months.
- 1 x Little Love blanket, made from printed cotton on one side (100% cotton) and velour on the other side (75% cotton, 25% polyester). Blanket is 75cm x 100cm.
- 1 x 100% cotton snuggle wrap in blue, (90cm x 70cm).
3 x 100% cotton muslin squares in white, (70cm x 70cm). - 1 x 28cm traditional style seated teddy bear with a subtly embossed white ribbon bow around the neck, wearing a soft white knitted jumper embroidered with 2020 in green thread. Your choice of name can also be added to the jumper (see above) – suitable from birth.
- 1 x 100% cotton bib rolled to look like an ice-cream in blue.
- 1 x pair of our special stay on socks rolled to look like a cupcake in blue.
- 3 x pairs of our special stay on socks rolled to look like lollipops in powder blue, cornflower blue and Babyblooms green.
- 1 x large, lined wicker basket, ideal for nursery storage once unpacked.
You can get next day delivery on orders placed by 3 pm (Monday to Friday only) so make sure you visit Babyblooms’ shop now to order the baby hamper now! The current price is £212.
Comfortable PJs for mum
Matching PJ’s are essential for Christmas, and Scandi born brand, Polarn O. Pyret*, have got mum and other members of the family covered. Grab some comfy grey and white striped pyjamas for the smallest and the oldest members of the family like these gorgeous organic cotton grey and white striped PJs above!
RRP is from £7.50 to £25.00 and you can get them here*!
Bed and Bath Bundle for some cute bathtime bonding!
Bathtimes are such a magical time and with a good night’s sleep probably high on most pregnant mums’ list this Christmas, the Bath & Bed Bundle* from Cheeky Rascals makes those dreams come true!
With everything baby needs for a blissful bath time followed by a great night’s sleep, including the Bath Support, Cuddledry Handsfree Towel and the Love To Dream Swaddle UP – this bundle is a must-have for new families in 2020!
Cute baby blankets
Cute baby blankets are a must for mum because they are so versatile and they keep both mum and baby warm. Opt for a couple of blankets in your Christmas gift for an expecting mother like this gorgeous Bamboo Knitted Baby Muslin Blanket from moKee*, which is a nursery must-have and is only £9.00!
Include a soft and comfortable blanket like this travel essential, the moKee Tuck Baby Blanket* which comes in five different colours and costs £29.00.
Your baby will love it against their skin!
Nappy Disposal Bin
Nappies are going to be the bane of a new mum’s lives, but nappy disposal needn’t be a nuisance. The Korbell Nappy Disposal Bin* is a stylish yet practical option for any nursery from Cheeky Rascals. This completely hands-free nappy bin promises to contain all nappy odours within its 100% biodegradable liners, making the more un-glamourous parenting tasks a breeze!
The unique double-seal protection instantly hides all odours keeping the nursery smelling clean and fresh – it’s safe to say this durable and easy-to-clean nappy bin is a must-have for any pregnant mum!
Newborn Gift Box
Once the baby comes, you may look for a nice congratulations present for the baby. I recently ordered this beautiful Baby Boy gift set for a friend of mine who just had a baby boy and I love it so much, I had to include it in the Christmas gift list (I just hope she doesn’t see this guide before she gets her present next week!)
Click here to buy the Baby Boy Gift Set from Amazon now
Baby Carrier
Baby carriers are great because not only do they promote close contact with the baby but they all ensure that mum’s arms are free so she can actually get other things done. There are so many different types of baby carriers around, but I love the Izmi Baby Carrier* because it supports development in three ways:
Movement
When carried, babies experience an automatic, deep relaxation which does more than soothes them, it actually helps to reduce stress and aids digestion.
Oxytocin
Oxytocin is the hormone which is linked to love and connection which is released in both men and women during positive interaction and contact with their baby.
Skin to Skin
Skin to skin contact can boost Oxytocin levels but it has also been shown to stabilise your baby’s heart rate, breathing and temperature.
The Izmi baby carrier is also adaptable and combines the functionalities of a soft structured fabric sling with the support of a buckled carrier to support baby from newborn to 18 months old, which means you can enjoy ample cosy quality time together with baby!
Click here to buy the Izmi Baby Carrier here now from £80.00 now in 5 different colours with a booster cushion and storage bag included in the price!
First year picture frame
A great keepsake for mum is to immortalise the memory of baby’s first year in pictures! I was gifted the exact same 5-piece baby keepsake gift set by my family and it’s such a lovely way to keep memories of our beautiful baby in her first year. With this 5-piece set you get:
- Baby’s First Photo Frame / Size: 19x23cm / 7×9”
- Photo spaces for:
- First Photo
- First Birthday
- First Smile
- First Bath
- First Christmas
- Lightweight metal frame
- Includes rear strut for free-standing display
- Baby’s ‘My Birth Certificate’ Holder / Size: 22×3.5cm / 8.75×1.5”
- Velour finish, removable caps at both ends of holder tube.
- Baby’s ‘My First Curl’ Box / Size: 5cm diameter x 2.5cm deep / 2” diameter x 1” deep
- Baby’s ‘My First Tooth’ Box / Size: 5cm diameter x 2.5cm deep / 2” diameter x 1” deep
- Baby’s ‘My First Handprint’ and ‘My First Footprint’ Frame and Prints Kit / Size: 21×12.5cm / 8.25×5”
- Hinged, bi-fold, lightweight metal frame. Free standing.
- Black Ink Pad and Papers
Click here to get the 5-piece baby gift set from Amazon
Baby bed
We take sleep for granted but once kids come along it’s all we wish for! So, getting mum a comfortable bed for baby to sleep in is one step further to helping mum sleep better, even if it’s only broken sleep for the first few months. We were gifted this gorgeous SnuzPod 4 bedside crib*, but already had the SnuzPod 2 gifted by my best friend, so we were already SnuzPod lovers. So what does the new SnuzPod 4 have that aids better sleep?
- The SnuzPod allows you to sleep better, feed easily and be closer to your baby
- The new ComfortAir breathable system means that it can help the baby regulate their temperature for a good night’s sleep.
- You get a New 3D breathable mattress to and a new machine-washable mesh liner.
- The SnuzPod 4 has a gentle reflux incline option and lightweight lift-off bassinet for use around the home
- The SnuzPod 4 fits more beds than any other traditional bedside crib (new max. height 73cm)
- The SnuzPod 4 also meets the new bedside crib safety standard BS EN 1130:2019
Make sure to follow safe sleep rules by ensuring all four sides are up as having one side open may be a safety hazard for baby.
You can buy the SnuzPod 4 here for just £199.95 or three payments of £66.65
Baby sleep aid
The Snuz brand also stocks the SnuzCloud* which is a sleep aid that helps comfort and settles your baby to sleep. The SnuzCloud has four soothing sounds: a heartbeat, pink noise, lullaby and waterfall as well as two light options: a calming pink glow and a soft white night light.
The SnuzCloud is soft, plush and portable which means it can attach to your crib, cot, pram or car seat so you can help baby settle wherever you go!
You can buy the SnuzCloud for just £29.95 here or 3 interest-free payments
Help baby have safe sleep!
Go one step further with your gift ideas this season and help with the dreaded night-time nappy changes! The SnuzPouch* is an award-winning baby sleeping bag with a genius nappy change zip to limit all disturbances for babies (and parents!)
Prices start at £29.95 for 0-6 months 1.0 Tog and 2.5 Tog. You also get a range of different patterns and colours which you can find here.
The above Christmas mum and baby-specific gift list is not exhaustive, but I’ve included all the items I would want for Christmas if I had my own wish list.
Is there anything I’ve missed that should be on the list? Share your favourite mum and baby Christmas gift list in the comments below!
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