A New Moms' Gift Guide

As I’ve been preparing for the upcoming holiday season, I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about gifting with intention. Taking the time to ensure I’m giving a gift that is meaningful to the receiver. Taking the time to find brands that align with my values and supporting small brands that offer something of quality.

I know we are all busy, but this holiday season I’m gifting myself the time to enjoy holiday shopping and to have fun finding the “just right gift,” for the people I love. Slowing down and taking time, using beautiful gift wrap, encouraging handwritten notes are all things that can enhance our feelings of love and being loved this year.

Below are some of the gifts and services that our team felt would be meaningful gifts for the new mom in your life. 

We hope you find something you love in this gift guide!

-Michelle

If you’re looking for a service instead of a material gift, here are a few great options:

-Raise Play Space in Scarborough, Maine / Website

Their mission is to “provide a thoughtful play space that supports healthy childhood development and parenthood in the early years.” Raise Play Space is a really great community space to drop in and play with your kiddos and meet other families. They are open during the week and on Saturday mornings. You can also reserve their playroom for a birthday party.

Drop in and monthly membership are available.

-Root To Rise Physical Therapy  / Website

Root To Rise has a few locations throughout southern Maine. Services include acupuncture, yoga, pelvic floor physical therapy and others. 

-Baby Booty in Dedham Mass and Portland Maine  / Website

Baby Booty offers parent focused workouts that you can bring your baby/toddler to. The classes are so fun and it is incredibly well set up for kids to play. Many of their classes include a social circle as well which allows parents to connect after the workout.

If you're looking for a gift that is meaningful and intentional but aren’t sure what, we’ve got a few recommendations for you:

-Cosmos Pottery in Mass  / Website

Beautiful pottery pieces that include vases, trays and tumblers to name a few. Their pieces are made with intention and you can find something unique and special to gift.

-Michelle Estell Jewelry  / Etsy Store

Beautiful earrings that are timeless and everyday pieces. A perfect gift to give to a new mom that focuses on her!

-WeWildy Babywearing Jacket /  Website

Have a new mom in your life who likes to be outside? These jackets allow mom and baby to be outside together and be cozy, warm and protected.

-Contour Creative Carry - All bag  / Carry-All Bag

This is a mom owned brand with a great design esthetic. Carry-All bags are a basic necessity for any new mom.