Posted by Ewnice on 27th Apr 2026
Mother's Day Gift Guide 2026: What New Mums Actually Want
Mother's Day is around the corner again. It reminds me of such nostalgia from my childhood. From trying to wake up early and be quiet in the kitchen, making breakfast in bed for my mum. It was so fun planning our sneaky project beforehand with my sister, making a little menu of toast and crafting a handmade card for our mum. And now, as a mother myself, I get to experience the other side of Mother's Day with handmade cards and gifts from my children. As a mother, it really opens your eyes and makes you appreciate all the sacrifices your mother made for her children.
If you're shopping for a new mum this year - someone who's just had a baby, or who's in the thick of those early months - the gift question deserves a real answer. Not a candle. Not a generic hamper with products she'll never use. Something she'll actually reach for, every single day.
We've pulled together the best Mother's Day gift ideas from our range, organised by budget and by what kind of mum you're buying for. Whether she's been breastfeeding for three weeks or has three kids under five, there's something here.
For the brand new mum: practical gifts that change her day
When someone has just had a baby, the gifts that matter most are the ones that make the daily grind easier. She doesn't need more stuff. She needs the right stuff.
The nappy bag she'll actually want to carry
A great nappy bag is the gift that keeps giving. She'll use it every single day for years. The key is choosing one that feels like hers - not just functional, but something she'd choose herself.
Our Trellis Dahlia convertible nappy bag backpack ($150) is one of our most-gifted products for good reason. It converts between shoulder bag and backpack, has a dedicated insulated bottle pocket, wipe-clean lining, and comes in four neutral tones she'll still love in three years. Browse our full nappy bag range for more options.
A nursing bra that fits properly
Breastfeeding changes your body, and a well-fitted nursing bra makes a significant difference to comfort. The Berlei Barely There Cotton Rich Maternity Nursing Bra ($59) is a practical, comfortable choice that works from pregnancy through to the end of breastfeeding. Pair it with a Ripe Maternity Embrace Nursing Tank ($64.95) for a comfortable everyday combination she can layer or wear alone.
Something beautiful to wear that's breastfeeding-friendly
Ripe Maternity's nursing wear range runs from $65 to $130 and includes dresses, tops, and tanks that are breastfeeding-friendly but genuinely stylish. The Layered Knit Nursing Dress ($129.95) is a favourite we always come back to - it's versatile, genuinely flattering, and available in all sizes. The Cold Shoulder Maxi Dress ($129.95) is also beautiful - limited sizes, while stocks last.
For the expecting mum: celebrate her before the baby arrives
Mother's Day often falls when some mums are still pregnant with their first. Don't wait until the baby is born to celebrate her - she's already doing the hard work.
A pregnancy journal
The Pearhead linen pregnancy journal ($50) is a beautiful way to document the pregnancy journey. Prompts, space for scans and memories, and a keepsake she'll return to years later. The Tiny Tatty Teddy pregnancy journal ($26-$27) is a more affordable alternative that's equally lovely.
A handprint or photo keepsake
The Pearhead Clean Touch Ink Pad ($12.95) is a thoughtful gift for a new or expecting mum - she can capture baby's first handprint or footprint and create a lasting memory for the nursery. Simple, beautiful, and genuinely used.
For the mum who has everything: gifts that are just for her
She's been giving everything to her kids. Mother's Day is the one day to give something that's just hers.
A gift that captures the moment
New mums are living in a blur - and the early weeks go faster than anyone warns you. The Pearhead First Year Glam Baby Stickers ($12.95) are one of those gifts that look simple but get used constantly - monthly milestone markers she can photograph and keep forever. The Pearhead Clean Touch Ink Pad ($12.95) pairs beautifully with them - together they make a complete first-year memory kit at an incredibly thoughtful price point.
Something for her to read between feeds
A little ritual that's entirely hers. Whether it's the Pearhead pregnancy journal to look back on, a beautiful photo frame for the nursery, or a gift from our Gifts for Mum collection - something that says "this day is about you" goes a long way.
Gift by budget
| Budget | Gift idea |
|---|---|
| Under $30 | Pearhead pregnancy journal, First Year Glam Stickers, Pearhead clean touch ink pad |
| $30-$75 | Berlei nursing bra, Ripe Maternity Embrace Tank, Pearhead ink pad + stickers bundle |
| $75-$150 | Ripe Maternity Layered Knit Nursing Dress, Trellis Dahlia nappy bag |
| $150-$300 | Trellis Dahlia bag, Ripe Maternity nursing wardrobe starter |
| Splurge | Trellis Dahlia bag + Layered Knit Dress + Berlei bra combination |
A note on delivery
Mother's Day is Sunday 10 May 2026. We recommend ordering by Tuesday 5 May 2026 for standard delivery. We ship from Melbourne with free delivery on all orders over $129 - check our shipping page for current delivery times to your region.
Browse our full Mother's Day collection or explore gifts for mum for more ideas.