Holidays & Occasions Mother's Day The Best Gifts for Her First Mother's Day By Patricia Shannon Patricia Shannon Patricia has worked as a lifestyle editor for Southern Living since 2013. Her work focuses on cleaning, gardening, decorating, etiquette, and beauty. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on March 31, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Photo: Getty/SuperStock If this is her first Mother's Day, she's probably short on sleep and hasn't had time to paint her nails since that pre-baby mani/pedi. Mom's first Mother's Day is all about helping her unwind, relax, rejuvenate, and soak up every moment with that precious babe. Our gifts run the gamut from the practical to the indulgent. An iced coffee maker is going to be her right-hand companion as the weather warms up. To keep her hydrated (a constant battle when chasing after a spirited, newly crawling 10-month-old) a motivational water bottle will be both useful and inspiring. Help her unwind at the end of a long day with a 3-in-1 shampoo, bath, and shower gel—it will save her time allowing for an extra minute or two for soaking. There's no doubt she'll be thanking you for these thoughtful and useful gifts that any new mom will appreciate. 01 of 16 Mr. Coffee Iced Coffee Maker with Reusable Tumbler and Coffee Filter Target BUY IT: $29.99; target.com Iced coffee is great when the weather starts to warm up, but it's also a good choice for moms who are constantly wrangling little ones. 02 of 16 ILIFE 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop Amazon BUY IT: $159.99; amazon.com She can leave the vacuuming and mopping to her new best friend. It's quiet, powerful, and cleans for up to 110 minutes. 03 of 16 Essential Oil Shower Steamer Set Amazon BUY IT: $29.97; amazon.com Even if she just has time for a quick shower, these mint and eucalyptus tablets will help relieve stress and boost her mood instantly. 04 of 16 Kendra Scott Mom Necklace Kendra Scott BUY IT: from $128; kendrascott.com Available in gold, rose gold, and silver, this pendant necklace from Kendra Scott will allow her to proudly display her new favorite title. 05 of 16 Motivational Water Bottle Amazon BUY IT: $17.99; amazon.com This water bottle will help her keep track of her water intake, so she'll stay hydrated throughout the day even when she has a long to-do list. 06 of 16 Shiatsu Back Shoulder and Neck Massager with Heat Amazon BUY IY: $49.98; amazon.com Eight kneading nodes and infrared heating will help provide instant relief for aching muscles and headaches. 07 of 16 Gingham Ceramic Vase Mark & Graham BUY IT: from $19; markandgraham.com Fill this gingham vase with fresh flowers for a gift that will brighten her day and her home. A monogram can be added for a personal touch. 08 of 16 Living Proof Dry Shampoo Bundle Living Proof BUY IT: $80; livingproof.com Two jumbo sized bottles of Living Proof's best-selling dry shampoo will help keep her hair looking fresh between washes. Plus, it includes a hat for those hair days when even dry shampoo isn't the solution. 09 of 16 Faux Fur Slippers with Memory Foam Slip on Anti-Skid Sole Amazon BUY IT: $24.99; amazon.com A memory foam cushion will keep her feet comfortable while an anti-slip sole will keep her safe while she's hurrying around the house. 10 of 16 Q&A a Day for Moms Via Terrain.com BUY IT: $11.27; amazon.com A 5-year daily journal will be a treasured memento for the whole family. It will help her record every milestone—big and small. 11 of 16 Dohm Noise Machine via Amazon.com BUY IT: $44.95; amazon.com Present this highly rated sound machine to your favorite new mom with a promise to man the baby monitor and early morning (or late night) wake up call(s), so she can get 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep. What a dream. 12 of 16 Goldie Bottle Opener Target BUY IT: $20; target.com This gold and wood bottle opener will dress up her happy hour. 13 of 16 Essential Oil Diffuser via Amazon.com BUY IT: $13.59; amazon.com Add some zen to her surroundings with this pretty and soothing essential oil diffuser. 14 of 16 Amazing Grace Shampoo, Bath & Shower Gel Via Sephora.com BUY IT: $28; sephora.com This three-in-one product will allow for extra time soaking. The scent is light and feminine. 15 of 16 Drunk Elephant Time to Wake Up Sephora BUY IT: $28; sephora.com When she's running on two hours of sleep, she'll need a little pick-me-up, in addition to a large coffee. This serum duo does the trick to quench, firm, and brighten skin—even when she hasn't seen a full night's sleep in months. 16 of 16 How To Not Hate Your Husband After Kids via Target.com BUY IT: $34.81; amazon.com This cheeky book is a great option for the mom who is always the first one to crack a joke. Pair it with flowers and breakfast in bed. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit