Are you looking for gifts for breastfeeding moms? Gift her one of these nursing products to make her breastfeeding journey easier!
Although breastfeeding is very rewarding for both moms as well as babies, it is easier said than done! A new mom is tired, sleep-deprived and at the top of it, she is constantly trying to produce milk to feed her baby. It is exhausting! But thankfully, to make this journey easier there are a few products that can help.
Breastfeeding can be one of the most challenging tasks a new mom faces. Many women stop nursing due to trouble with latching or not knowing that proper positioning might make all the difference. A lot of new moms consult with lactation specialists only after becoming exhausted, always feeling that their baby is not full and not understanding why they’re having trouble.
I remember when I had my daughter, I was exhausted and would easily get demotivated when I would not be able to produce enough milk or have no energy to function. It was during those times, that I found finding motivation in some indispensable products that helped me a lot in making my breastfeeding journey easier. If you are looking for a birthday gift or a holiday gift for a nursing mom, then check out this list of products that can make great gifts for breastfeeding moms.
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20 INEXPENSIVE GIFTS FOR BREASTFEEDING MOMS
One of my all-time favorite shopping sites for gifts is Etsy. I love the unique products that you can find on this. Although we will go into a few great gift ideas below but make sure to check out this Breastfeeding gifts Etsy store that is filled with creative gift options for nursing moms.
Personalized hand stamped breastmilk necklace
Did you know that you could preserve a few drops of breastmilk as a beautiful treasure? This perfect DIY breast milk necklace comes with step-by-step instructions on how to preserve your breastmilk and is a forever memento to keep of your breastfeeding experience.
Baby Bonding Bracelet
This unique baby bonding bracelet, crafted from Rose Quartz is the perfect choice of gift for new moms. Highly practical for busy, exhausted new moms as it reminds where the baby nursed last by switching wrists.
Lactation Cookies
Producing breastmilk ain’t that easy and a nursing mom has to make sure that she is on the top of her diet to be able to produce high-quality milk all the time. To help her boost her milk supply, gift her a basket of lactation cookies that she can easily munch on. They come in a ton of varieties like oatmeal, chocolate chip cookies, coconut and a lot more. There are a ton of options to chose from on Etsy. Also, some great options from Amazon are.
Teething Necklace
A great gift to keep those little hands of baby occupied while breastfeeding which in return can help a mom from being scratched. They come in a lot of styles and are available at etsy and amazon. Some amazing options are.
Nursing hoodie
This was my favorite maternity apparel as a nursing mom. I loved wearing it all the time as it was able to keep me warm and cozy as well as it was so easy to breastfeed my daughter in them without having to remove the hoodie. I really like this light gray with turquoise zipper from Etsy. Also, these cozy maternity hoodie from Nordstrom are great designs.
Amazon also carries a lot of great maternity hoodie styles. Below are some great options.
Breastfeeding board
These cute printables come in very handy for a tired mom to keep track of her last feeding time, the side she fed on and many other small breastfeeding things that are easy to forget. Also, this board comes with other digital files like the popular Newborn Feeding Tracker, Sleep Tracker, and Chore Request that are easily interchangeable as the baby grows.
Breastfeeding Pillow
These pillows provide the ultimate support by forming a proper posture while breastfeeding. They are comfortable to wrap around the belly so that both the mom and the baby feel secure during the nursing session. Also, these come with side pockets to store the nipple cream, water, lip balm, and other accessories for easy access.
Another form of nursing pillow that was super useful to me was Boppy pillow. It provided me the comfort to properly position my daughter during breastfeeding as well as it was great for tummy time for my baby as well.
Water bottle
Breastfeeding makes a mom very thirsty. I remember going through 2-3 bottles of water during a nursing session. Gift a nursing mom cute bottles like these to keep her motivated during the nursing session.
I really like this blessed mama water bottle from Etsy and it also comes in this cute gift set which makes it a perfect gift for a nursing mom.
Nipple cream
Along with breastfeeding also come irritated nipples that can cause a lot of pain to a nursing mom as well as hinder her breastfeeding journey. Hence gifting a nipple cream set to a mom makes it a great gift idea as it can help her find relief from the pain. This organic nipple balm from etsy makes it a perfect gift for nursing moms.
Also, some great options from Amazon are.
Milkies
Storing breastmilk in the freezer can take up a lot of space. Milkies are a convenient way of organizing milk packets in the freezer which makes sure that the milk expiring soon is used up first. These can make a great gift for nursing moms to make sure that they use their breastmilk effectively without wasting them.
Switch side reminder bracelet
As a tired and exhausted nursing mom, it is very easy to forget to switch sides while nursing. Gift a nursing mom this pretty bracelet that she can wear around her hands that will always remind her to switch side. Super handy especially during the night time when it is very hard to remember!
Multifunctional nursing cover
These pretty hand-printed scarfs can be used as a cover for nursing, infant car seats, shopping carts, high chairs, infant swings and more. They are a great gift for a nursing mom and I still use my nursing scarf to style my outfits. Etsy and amazon have some great options to chose from.
Netflix
Gift the mom a subscription of Netflix so that she can catch up on her favorite shows while nursing. A great way to keep awake during nighttime feeding sessions.
Haakaa Manual Breast Pump
Hakaa is a great gift for a nursing mom that can act as a manual breast pump as well as a milk collector during leaks.
Lactalite
Nursing moms need to pump around the clock. These clip on breast pump light can come in super handy. No need to use cell phones in the night.
Breastfeeding keyring
How cute is this breastfeeding keyring which can be personalized with the baby’s name, dob and you can also add the milestone on the charms which come in copper, aluminum, and brass? A beautiful gift for a nursing mom! I really like this one and this from Etsy.
Breastfeeding mother and baby watercolor painting
A lovely way to present the beautiful bond that a mom and baby share while they are on their breastfeeding journey. It comes in three pretty colors to choose from!
Zippered nursing tee
As a nursing mom comfort is key. Gift a nursing mom this super cute zippered tee which looks great with black leggings and can be easily zipped and unzipped during a nursing sessions.
Nursing cover
Nursing covers are great for breastfeeding especially in public places. Some great options are this cookie design nursing cover, pink floral nursing cover and this wire nursing cover in pink floral.
Baby funny bodysuits
Love this cute and colorful bodysuits for babies. More of a gift for the baby than the mom but it’s so cute!
We can do it tank top
These we can do it tank tops are an amazing gift for nursing moms to help them find motivation during hard times. Comes in a few color options to chose from.
Coffee mugs for moms
Gift nursing moms these cute coffee mugs to enlighten their morning while they sip tea or coffee! This tired as a mother coffee mug has been a great gift for nursing moms and also this peacelove breastfeeding mug is a good choice.
Breastfeeding Basket Gift Idea
You can use empty wicker baskets to create a breastfeeding basket filled with goodies for nursing moms. You can add items like nipple cream, nipple butter, teething necklace, lactation cookies or small baby items like toys or other stuff. You can add a cozy baby blanket or a throw for mom as well as baby. Another great item is to add a visa or a amazon gift card to the basket so that the mom can buy items as per her wish.
EXPENSIVE GIFTS FOR BREASTFEEDING MOMS
Heated Ivation Foot Spa Massager
A great gift for the worn-out and exhausted nursing mom to find some relief from the achy toes and heels and help relax. It comes with a ton of other features that help encourage circulation and soothes weary feet.
Clarisonic Mia Prima Sonic Facial Cleansing Brush Everyday & Deep Cleansing Set
Taking care of oneself along with a brand new baby always takes a backseat for a new mom. Gift a new mom this deep cleansing brush and skincare set that she can use to pamper herself and feel good.
LaVie Lactation Massager
This LaVie lactation massager provides gentle pressure and vibration the breast and helps improve the breast milk flow. Also, it aids in relieving pain caused by engorgement, plugged ducts, and breast redness, tenderness, and other nursing ailments.
Breast Pump Bag
Breast pump bags make a great gift for nursing bags. Whether it's a tote or a backpack they are very effective for nursing moms to properly organize all her nursing stuff. There are a lot of options available at amazon. Some of them are.
I hope these ideas of gifts for breastfeeding moms were helpful to you and found what you were looking for.
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