From baby must-haves to mom essentials, here is your ultimate 2025 gift guide to support and celebrate every beautiful moment of new motherhood.

Motherhood: a word so small, yet it holds a universe of emotions. Those early days? They are magical, heart-swelling, and yes, a little bit overwhelming. (Okay, sometimes a lot.) That is why the tiniest help, the smallest comforts, and the smartest tools can feel downright life-changing.

This Mother’s Day, whether you are celebrating a new mama in your life or you are that new mama, here is a curated list of essentials to make the transition to motherhood just a little bit easier, a little bit softer, and a lot more joyful. These are pieces I genuinely love, and I have a feeling you (or the mama you are spoiling) will too.

Lovevery Play Gym

A baby’s brain is growing faster than at any other time in life and this play gym is like a love letter to their development. With five Montessori-inspired zones to explore (think textures, colours, hiding spots, and mirrors), it engages sensory, visual, and motor skills. It even comes with a guidebook to help parents know how and when to introduce new activities.

Why I love it:

• Sustainably sourced materials

• Grows with baby through different stages (0 to 12 months)

• Stylish enough for any living room

• Machine-washable fabrics for easy cleaning

BabyBjörn Bouncer

Simple, elegant, and magical. This ergonomic bouncer naturally supports your baby’s head, neck, and back and folds flat for easy transport or storage. Bonus, babies control the motion themselves, encouraging balance and motor skills.

Reasons to love:

• Machine-washable fabric seat

• Three adjustable positions for play, rest, and sleep

• Suitable from newborn up to two years old since it transforms into a toddler chair

• Lightweight and portable for ease

Medela Freestyle Hands-Free Pump

Pumping can feel like you are chained to a wall but not with this marvel. The Medela Freestyle Hands-Free Pump is designed for true freedom. Compact, wearable cups fit discreetly in your bra and allow you to move, multitask, and live your life.

Why it’s a must:

• Ultra-light collection cups

• Built-in rechargeable battery

• Connects to the Medela Family app for tracking sessions

• Hospital-grade suction power

Coterie The Newborn Gift

Coterie has cracked the code on diapers. They are ultra-absorbent, hypoallergenic, and cloud-soft. Their Newborn Gift set bundles it all beautifully with premium diapers and wipes that are safe for delicate skin.

Why It Makes The Perfect Gift:

• Diapers that hold up to 70 percent more liquid

• 99 percent water-based wipes that are fragrance-free and gentle

• Comes with a pouch for organizing diaper bag essentials
• Charlie the Bunny keepsake toy for bubs

• Designed without harsh chemicals

• Thoughtful, gorgeous packaging perfect for gifting

Mabē Monarch Carrier in Houndstooth

Hands-free snuggles, but make it fashion. Mabē’s Monarch carrier combines ergonomic support for you and your baby with beautiful designs that feel like wardrobe pieces rather than utility gear.

What makes it magical:

• 4-in-1 carrying positions for newborns to toddlers

• Lightweight, breathable fabric

• Beautiful, timeless houndstooth pattern

• Fully adjustable for different body types

Nanit Pro Camera With Flex Stand

Sleep is gold for new parents. The Nanit Pro does not just watch over your baby, it offers breathing motion monitoring without wearables, sends real-time alerts, tracks sleep patterns, and even saves sweet memory moments right to your phone.

Favorite features:

• HD video and night vision clarity

• Two-way audio so you can talk to your baby

• Temperature and humidity tracking

• Growth tracking with personalized tips

• Secure, encrypted video feed

• Flex stand makes it easy to move around if needed

Philips Avent Natural Response Newborn Gift Set

This is the ultimate feeding starter kit, helping babies feed like they naturally do at the breast. The nipple only releases milk when baby actively drinks, preventing leaks and overfeeding.

Set includes:

• Natural Response bottles in two sizes

• Ultra air pacifiers

• Bottle brush for easy cleaning

• A handy sterilizer bag for quick microwave sterilization

Petit Lem Layette Collection

There is something about dressing your baby in those first teeny-tiny outfits that feels like a sacred ritual. Petit Lem’s Layette collection is buttery-soft, sustainably made, and full of charming designs. I am particularly obsessed with the little lion print. Beyond the outfits, they offer all the newborn musts.

Top picks:

• Organic cotton sleepers with easy zippers

• Comfy swaddles

• Soft knotted hats

• Tiny socks that actually stay on

My Petite Coco Baby Skincare

Meet the latest must-have for your baby care ritual. My Petite Coco is Canada’s first physician-formulated baby skincare line, crafted by a mom and medical doctor who understands just how delicate baby skin truly is. This clean, dermatologist-tested collection includes a gentle Baby Shampoo & Wash, deeply hydrating Baby Cream, lightweight Baby Oil, and a soothing multipurpose Baby Balm.

Every product is made without parabens, sulfates, phthalates, fragrance, dyes, or other irritants, making it safe for the most sensitive skin. Proudly Canadian and cruelty-free, My Petite Coco blends the best of science and nature to offer elevated skincare that supports baby’s natural barrier and daily comfort.

Cloud B Tranquil Penguin

This is not just a nightlight. It is a soothing sensory experience. The Tranquil Penguin projects a calming underwater light effect while playing gentle melodies and ocean sounds. It is soft, portable, and rechargeable so there is no endless hunting for batteries.

Why it is a lifesaver:

• Volume and brightness control

• Plays lullabies and white noise

• Auto shut-off timer with 23 or 45-minute settings

• Lightweight and travel-friendly

Baby Brezza Bottle Washer Pro

If there is one job that piles up endlessly, it is washing and sterilizing bottles and pump parts. Baby Brezza’s Bottle Washer Pro is a 4-in-1 wonder. It washes, sterilizes, dries, and stores everything with just one touch.

Top features:

• Kills 99.9 percent of germs

• Washes up to 6 bottles and pump parts at once

• Three cycle options including Wash-Sterilize-Dry, Sterilize-Dry, or Dry Only

• Easy-fill water tank

• Saves hours every week

Frida Mom Labor and Delivery + Postpartum Recovery Kit

Frida Mom knows what a postpartum mama really needs and this kit has it all. From disposable underwear to cooling pads to a peri bottle that is actually designed with women’s anatomy in mind.

What is inside:

• Hospital bag must-haves including robe, socks, peri bottle, and more

• Instant ice maxi pads for relief

• Disposable postpartum underwear

• Perineal healing foam for comfort

• Upside-down peri bottle that makes everything easier

Because at the end of the day, the very best gift you can give a new mom or yourself is a little bit of ease, a little bit of beauty, and a whole lot of love.

Wishing you and all the mamas in your life a Mother’s Day full of grace, giggles, and those delicious newborn snuggles.