THE GIFT OF MOTHERHOOD

Hospital Gown, B.Y.O.G.
A delivery room is no runway, but a woman about to give birth still wants to feel like herself, not like just another number on a chart wearing a used hospital gown. Give her a fashionable frock to sport in the hospital, one that will look fabu in all those precious pictures post-delivery. The 10 patterns each feature a ribbon tie under the bust, the perfect finishing touch.
($95, www.shopbyog.com)

Burp Cloths, Darling Droolers
Burp cloths may seem boring, but these are anything but. They’re functional—machine washable and made of 100 percent cotton heavyweight cloth diapers—but they’re also adorable, each adorned with a ribbon embellishment. The new mom will go through an insane amount of burp cloths, so you might as well give her a little eye candy to look at while Baby lets ’er rip.
($28 for two-pack, www.darlingdroolers.com)

Del Mar Birth – Rectangle, Julian & Co.
If you want to guarantee your gift will be cherished forever, choose this rectangular sterling silver necklace, which hangs on a sterling ball chain and serves as a special reminder of a mom’s new bundle of joy. Details like birth date, birth time, weight and length can be added for the utmost personalization.
($79, www.julianandco.com)

Bamboo Belly Bandit, Belly Bandit
A mom’s secret weapon for shrinking her stomach back to size after birth, the Belly Bandit is an abdominal compression binder that aids in reducing uterine swelling, helps support the back and legs, and decreases bloating. Jessica Alba used it—have you seen how great she looks?—and any new mom will thank you for something so ab fab for her postpartum abs.
($65.95, www.thebellybandit.com)

Nurturing Life Gift Box, Motherlove
Get the expectant mom everything she needs to carry her from pregnancy to birth and beyond with the Nurturing Life Gift Box from Motherlove, a company that uses only certified organic ingredients—no parabens, synthetic ingredients or fragrances here. Containing Birth & Baby Oil, Pregnant Belly Salve, Nipple Cream, Sitz Bath Spray, Diaper Rash & Thrush Salve and an adorable baby t-shirt, this essential mother-and-child package is the natural choice for any eco-smart mom-to-be.
($49.95, www.motherlove.com)

MagnetStreet Baby
For a way to say “the baby’s here!” that’ll really stick, MagnetStreet Baby offers magnetic birth announcements in dozens upon dozens of styles. Help a soon-to-be mom by giving her a gift certificate to purchase these adorable, personality-filled announcements when Baby makes his arrival. They’re sure to decorate the refrigerators of everyone they’re sent to!
(www.magnetstreet.com)

Busy Bee Bag, Buzz by The Bumble Collection
A designer diaper bag that’s functional and fashion-forward? Yes, it’s possible—see what all the buzz is about with the Busy Bee Bag, which can be worn as a backpack or as a shoulder, messenger or stroller bag. With a snack bag included and a detachable fold-out changing pad, new moms will be excited to hit the town with Baby in tow, knowing they’ve got a handle on all the stuff little ones require.
($70, www.thebumblecollection.com)

No-Compromise Organic Cotton Classic Mattress, Naturepedic
The soon-to-be mom can rest easy knowing that her little bundle of joy will snooze peacefully on a mattress made without vinyl/PVC and polyurethane foam. The organic cotton filling—unbleached, undyed and grown without synthetic pesticides, herbicides or chemical fertilizers—is healthy and comfy, and the waterproof surface makes the mattress a cinch to clean.
($259, www.naturepedic.com)

Kitchen Bunch, The Baby Bunch
Springtime equals flower time, so give your favorite mom a pretty bouquet for Mother’s Day. That’s so passé, you say? Not when that bouquet includes a full apron, two dish cloths, two tea towels and a tote bag, all rolled up to look like roses. The items come in the most adorable tin pail—so no wrapping is necessary—and the wooden rosebuds and green leaves can be saved to make a keepsake bouquet. (By the way, does the name The Baby Bunch make anyone else spontaneously bust out singing The Brady Bunch theme song? Just me? Okay then.)
($69.95, www.thebabybunch.com)

LeadCheck Household Lead Test Kit, Hybrivet Systems
New moms have so much to worry about with taking care of a tiny tot, and toxic metals in the environment are on that list. But with the LeadCheck swabs kit, home dwellers can reliably determine if lead is present on any surface, giving parents a little peace of mind in less than a minute. It’s that easy!
($18.45 for eight swabs, www.leadcheck.com)

Sweet Friends, Cuddles ’n Gifts
Gift baskets make a great present because they’re easy to give and fun to receive, and this little red wagon, a cute keepsake, is about as cool as they come as far as “baskets” go. (Major bonus: It can be personalized at no extra charge.) The clothes—an embroidered onesie, two print onesies and an embroidered footed sleeper—are all made from organic cotton, and soothing lavender bath products round out the rest of this sweet treat. 
($99, www.cuddlesngifts.net)

Itzbeen Baby Care Timer
This more-helpful-than-any-non-parent-could-know timer keeps track of those crucial basics like how long ago mom changed a diaper, fed the baby, put the baby down for a nap, or gave the baby medication. An expectant mom may not see what a savior this is right away, but after a few sleep-deprived nights post-delivery and an inexplicably hazy memory, she’ll be carrying the gadget around via the handy belt clip and using the soft nightlight to change diapers in the dark.
($25.99, www.itzbeen.com)

Coco Lounger, NewBornMom
A perfect fit for the mom with contemporary décor, this lounger is very mod—but that doesn’t mean it’s not comfortable. Babies can rock around the clock in the soft seat, featuring a five-point safety harness. Newborns through tots weighing 26 pounds are safe to rock and roll in this nest of a chair.
($200, www.newbornmom.com)

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Crop It Pants and Cold Shoulder Top, Bao Bei Maternity
Founded by a women’s health specialist, Bao Bei Maternity provides clothes for the woman who wants to have a healthy and active pregnancy. Made of high-quality fabrics, the pieces offer therapeutic support and ease of movement. The Crop It pants and Cold Shoulder top are both stylish yet perfect for working out or just lounging around the house. These outfits will get a good workout from any mom-to-be who loves hitting up the gym, belly bump and all.
($62, Crop It; $46, Cold Shoulder; www.baobeimaternity.com)