The 21 Best Mother's Day Gifts for Expectant Mamas

The journey into motherhood can be confusing and overwhelming, whether we're talking about pregnancy, being in the thick of postpartum, or already being a seasoned mom of a few months. Most of us would love to have expert advice in our back pockets to help steer or reassure us, and this card deck can offer that. Created by a doula with over 20 years of experience, this deck has everything from daily affirmations to labor tips to sweet activities you can do with your newborn. 

No new mom wants to worry about making lunch or dinner those first few days she's home. Even if she has a supportive partner who'll gladly make the meals, the time could be better spent fawning over their newborn together. Take care of that necessity for the family with the help of a DoorDash gift card, which you can email or text directly to them. 

Whether she's in the first trimester or nearing her due date in the third, every expectant mom will appreciate this heat-activated neck and back massager. She can pop it on her back while unwinding with her favorite show at the end of the day or put it on her neck to alleviate stress while she's working from home at her desk. It'll help keep her comfortable and pampered during a time when her body constantly aches. 

You'd think breastfeeding would be simple and intuitive, but it's not. This kit can help make the journey a little less stressful. It includes necessities like a colostrum collection bottle and syringe for those first days in the hospital; ultrathin silicone nipple shields for newborns struggling to latch; and nipple balms and sprays that help soothe and moisturize between feedings. 

Most new moms will quickly discover that everyone's attention will be on the baby and not them postpartum. Let them know you're thinking of their well-being and recovery with the help of this illuminating cookbook. It's all about caring for the mother, and it includes not only recipes but also helpful shopping lists, tips on how to set boundaries with family and how to navigate changing relationships. 

Anyone who's been pregnant remembers trying to stuff their swollen feet into shoes. Help a mama out with some ventilated, wide slip-on Crocs -- because no one wants to bend over to put shoes on in the third trimester. Crocs even come in trendy hues like lavender, so the mom-to-be can be comfortable and stylish. Over 25 colors are available, so you can pick her favorite.

It's the luxury she didn't know she wanted -- or maybe the mom-to-be does know she wants a Tushy! Either way, a sparkling clean undercarriage is not a bad way to kick off Mother's Day, especially when a giant belly makes certain tasks difficult. Tushy's Classic 3.0 bidet model features adjustable angle control for a targeted spray, and it takes less than 10 minutes to install.

Gift a little self-care. This lush face oil from Sunday Riley contains raspberry, wild carrot, black cumin, grape and broccoli seed oils that help hydrate skin. Massaging Juno oil into her face and neck will be a welcome step in an expectant mom's bedtime routine, and it's also great for cuticles and dry hair ends.

It's not glamorous, but Mom will appreciate this convenient product kit. This recovery essentials collection from Frida Mom includes a sampling of products to ease postpartum healing, including 24 cooling pad liners, four pairs of disposable underwear, healing foam, four instant ice maxi pads and a convenient caddy. (Note that the peri bottle is sold separately.) 

Preparing for an upcoming baby can be stressful, and sometimes we get lost in all the finer details and to-do lists. Help the expectant mom in your life unwind and see the lighthearted (and even absurd) side of expecting with this laugh-out-loud funny activity book. It's filled with quizzes, journaling prompts and tongue-in-cheek games that'll help expectant mothers see the lighthearted side of this journey. 

Mint & Lily's "Mama" piece is a perennial favorite, and it's not hard to see why. The simple gold 18-inch necklace is a sweet way to celebrate her journey to motherhood. Made of 18K gold, this is a classic staple your expectant mama can wear every day. 

Authors Beth Newell and Jackie Ann Ruiz dish out info that expectant moms need in this clever, illustrated read. Stressing that there's no "right" way to do things, all the pertinent topics are included here, from stretch pants to "lightning crotch" to epidurals. This is one gift that she'll definitely find useful.

Sometimes pregnant women need a little help getting comfy. It's hard to sleep with that big bump! Hence, the popularity of body pillows like this gem from Boppy Total Body. The contours of this pillow provide plenty of support, making it easy to snuggle in and get comfortable. Bonus: It includes a washable cover.

It's classic pregnancy advice: slather belly butter on your growing bod to prevent stretch marks. A quality lotion is a pregnancy staple, and Burt's Bees Mama Bee Belly Butter is packed with top-notch ingredients like shea and jojoba butters. It's a needed and affordable gift. Bonus: There's no pesky fragrance to irritate sensitive noses.

This Hatch gift box takes the guesswork out of packing for labor. It provides all the essentials to bring to the hospital. The box includes a pair of comfy full-coverage organic undies, a nursing-friendly organic bamboo nightgown, an organic bamboo robe and a pair of cozy socks. Everything is in coordinating black and gray.

Cult favorite loungewear brand Barefoot Dreams makes this dreamy robe that's perfect for gifting. Your favorite mama-to-be can pack it up for the hospital, toss it on for late-night feedings or snuggle up on the couch. The unisex CozyChic style is available in black, cream and silver ice.

L.L.Bean's Wicked Good Slippers are the perfect pair. They're cushy with a cozy shearling interior, plus the water-resistant finish and sturdy sole will let her step outside if need be. Super easy to slip into and versatile enough to go with anything, these stylish mules will keep her comfy no matter the weather. Available in brown, pale mauve and teal. The teal option is currently on clearance for $65, while the others are full price at $89.

Help the expectant mom feel more prepared for her hospital stay with this comprehensive gift box. It includes all the items she'll need to take care of her body after birth and while breastfeeding or pumping, such as mesh undies, a peri wash bottle, an inflatable cushion and gel nipple pads. These are the kinds of items she might not be thinking about stocking in the nursery right now, but will definitely appreciate once she has them. The box comes with 12 items, including two guidebooks -- one for the mom and the other for the partner -- to help them through this new time.

Running hot during pregnancy is the pits. Keep the expectant mom in your life cool at night with these temperature-regulating sheets. The bamboo-rayon blend is moisture-wicking, and the Regulator set is said to run three to four degrees cooler than your average cotton or polyester sheets. A set would be particularly appreciated during a spring or summer pregnancy. Prices start at $149 for a twin set and go up to $199 for a queen and $259 for a split king.

Help the expectant mom in your life love her postpartum body with the help of lavish lotions. This set is not only lovely to look at on a bathroom counter, but it'll also help her skin feel better after all the change it's gone through. Specifically, the set includes Revitalizing Stretch Mark Cream, Restorative Scar Treatment for those who had a C-section, and Renewing Nipple Balm for those breastfeeding or pumping. 

The ultimate gift for a mom-to-be, Baby Boldly takes all the guesswork out of packing for the hospital. The Labor Essentials Bag includes all the must-haves for her hospital stay, such as grippy socks, robe, a toothbrush and toothpaste, a phone charger, nipple balm, and more. They've thought of everything. And it's all packed in your choice of gray or black.