20 Best Valentine's Day Gifts For Expectant Moms — For The Ultimate Pampering
Make her feel special.
getty There’s no better time to tell your wife or girlfriend how much your love and appreciate her than when she’s carrying your child. And for a mom-to-be, feeling comfortable is probably the most important thing, aside from the health of their baby.
That said, receiving Valentine’s Day gifts can be complicated for an expectant mother. Fancy dinners? Can't go out for drinks. A low-key coffee date? Probably not ideal. Sushi at a high-class restaurant? Out of the question.
While you can always go for a box of chocolates or pretty flowers, there are much better Valentine's Day gift ideas that are both romantic and special.
So, try to find something that pays tribute to both the new life she’s creating, the amazing woman she is, and the incredibly life you're about to share.
1. Los Angeles Trading Co 'Supermom' Pouch
She’s not a mom yet, but you already know she's going to be “Supermom” once the little one arrives. Help her welcome her brand new bundle of joy with this pouch made of 100 percent cotton canvas.
(Los Angeles Trading Co, $18.95)
2. Lulu Dharma Napa Vegan Leather Tote
No need to get the mama-to-be a standard diaper bag when this roomy and stylish tote will fit all of baby’s necessities. This tote is made of buttery-soft, handwoven vegan leather, features an interior magnetic closure and fabric lining, and is made without any animal products or bi-products.
(Check prices and reviews on Amazon)
3. Natalie Mills 'Bridget' Pendant
The Bridget necklace is a symbol of strength and beauty. A light pink transparent synthetic gemstone is set on a oval shape base, finely detailed with a pattern of white pave set cubic zirconias behind the synthetic gemstone. Let this future mom look radiant!
(Natalie Mills, $45)
4. M.M.LaFleur The Cashmere Robe
Mama-to-be needs all the rest and relaxation she can find before her little one enters her world. Treat her to this luxuriously comfortable cashmere robe and let her relax in style while you make her breakfast in bed.
(M.M. LaFleur, $195)
5. BellyBuds
This specialized speaker system plays sound directly to the womb and is a way for expectant parents to connect with their new arrival. Listening to music or meditations with baby is a great way to relax and destress. There's also a free app, VoiceShare, that allows family and friends the opportunity to record messages that can then be played to baby.
(Check prices and reviews on Amazon)
6. JoyOn Kegel Exerciser
The JoyOn is the only kegel exercise balls in hospitals and clinics across the world. Boasting labor recovery/bladder control improvement in just a few weeks after 15 minutes a day, the Kegel Exerciser may just be the gift she's most grateful for.
(Check prices and reviews on Amazon)
7. Damask Rose Exfoliating Mask
The expecting mama deserves a little prenatal pampering! Damask rose oil, rosehip oil and black rose full of vitamins E and A improve your skin's elasticity, smoothness and even out its tone. Pomegranate, grape, fig and white mulberry deliver necessary nutrients, brighten and clarify your skin, and delay skin aging and wrinkles.
(Herla, $60)
8. Owlet Smart Monitor Duo
The Owlet Smart Monitor Duo is the first baby monitor system ever to track your baby’s heart rate and oxygen levels, all while streaming live video and audio to your phone. Track how long it takes baby to fall asleep, review their quality of sleep, and keep updated on night wakings.
(Target, $399.99)
9. Mommy and Me Snuggle Trunks
What's cuter than matching pajamas for mom and new baby? These styles from The Elephant Organics are Instagram-worthy, soft, and free of harsh materials. These PJs are perfectly packed for gorgeous delivery — just like the baby!
(Pink Elephant Organics, $100)
10. The Bӧkee
The Bӧkee is a bottle prep accessory that allows parents to make bottles or transfer breast milk with just one hand. Made from one piece of food-grade silicone, it's dishwasher safe, and its minimalist design fits in with any kitchen décor.
(The Bokee, $19.99)
11. St. Valentine's Day Maternity Top
What a perfect way to mark the occasion for both mommy and baby. This shirt says 'Cupid In Progress' on the belly, and is a fun reminder of the Valentine’s Day she spent with the little one on board.
(Check prices and reviews on Amazon)
12. Body by Bella Aromatic Soy Candles
These scented candles are made with premium quality fragrance and essential oils. Long-lasting 100 percent pure soy wax ensures hours of much-deserved relaxation.Not only is soy better for the environment, but it also burns 50 percent longer than candles made with other waxes.
(Shop Body by Bella, $15)
13. Pink Stork Labor Prep Sweet Floral Red Raspberry Tea
This tea is made of red raspberry leaf, nettle, oat Straw, and other herbs to provide essential nutrients that support her body and tone her uterus. It's made without GMOs, gluten, wheat, sugar/sweeteners, dairy, animal products, or soy.
(Check prices and reviews on Amazon)
14. Mom's Survival Pack
Six all-natural products will help soothe busy expectant moms who haven't taken "me" time in a while. This revitalizing kit was made for all moms, whether they're brand new or have been around the baby block a few times. Included: lavender sugar exfoliant, floral mineral bath salt, belly butter, sleep salve, soothing lavender mist, and a cardamom and ylang ylang lip balm.
(Uncommon Goods, $25)
15. Celestial 'One Line a Day' Blank Journal for Daily Reflections
A beautiful new version of the bestselling One Line a Day 5 Year Memory Book, this features dreamy watercolor artwork from artist and designer Yao Cheng, and shimmering gold foil stars and gilded page edges. This 365-day journal will inspire thoughtful daily reflections and become a keepsake record to treasure long after its pages are filled.
(Check prices and reviews on Amazon)
16. Milk + Honey Muscle Soak
This bath soak combines the healing properties of epsom salt and sea salt. Additionally, organic lavender oil, neroli oil, and roman chamomile flower oil will relax you to the fullest. Take a deep breath of this hypnotic blend of calm-inducing aromas — and exhale.
(Check prices and reviews on Amazon)
17. Sodilly 'Mom Est. 2020' Spa Gift Box
Each giftbox contains one 12 oz insulated stainless steel tumbler with the words 'Mom Est 2020,' two bars of all-natural premium soaps, one confetti bath bomb, one 8 oz jar of silk skin lotion, and a card for the expectant mom.
(Check prices and reviews on Amazon)
18. Pearhead Sonogram Frame
This sonogram frame is the perfect keepsake for always cherishing that special moment and your little one. This modern, white wooden frame holds a 3”x4” sonogram picture. An acid-free beveled mat is included to border the sonogram picture. "Love at first sight" is silver foil stamped on the acid-free mat, adding an adorable touch.
(Check prices and reviews on Amazon)
19. Mama Bear Mug
Make the future mama in your life extremely happy with the Mama Bear mug. Designed and crafted locally, this mug will be a sweet reminder of the life she's created.
(Check prices and reviews on Amazon)
20. 'I've Waited 9 Months for This' Wine Glass
Pregnancy denies mothers of some of the greatest gifts: alcohol. Show your expectant mama what she has to look forward to once the little one is born, and then celebrate with a whole bottle! Chances are she misses her wine and is counting down the days.
(Check prices and reviews on Amazon)
Aly Walansky is a NY-based lifestyles writer who loves browsing for cute gifts (and great sales) on the Internet, so she found a way to make it part of her job! Find her on Twitter or via email.
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