Need a gift for the discerning mom-to-be? We’ve got you covered. Make any pregnant hipster’s holiday with these super-cool picks! Great prints, clean lines and quality materials make for pretty and practical presents. Whether she wants good-looking gear or just a hot meal, it’s all here in our handy gift guide.
Pendleton crib blanket
Vibrant Native American Pendleton prints make these luxe wool baby blankets a gorgeous gift. They’re soft and high-quality, and baby can use them for years to come. You can even add initials or a name for a keepsake-worthy gift. (Pendleton, $80 – 90)
Letterfolk Co. letter board
Snap Instagram-worthy monthly baby shots with this crazy-cool letter board. Use it for a birth announcement or to display a quirky quote in the nursery. Each retro-looking felt board comes with plastic letters so you can customize your message. Check out the hashtag #letterfolkco for ideas! Gift cards are available, so the recipient can choose their own style, from the simple Poet to the large Wordsmith. (Letterfolk, $50 – $250)
Briar handmade bonnets
The most adorable baby hats — ever. Briar Handmade crafts gorgeous bonnets, from floral prints to bunny ears to pom-poms. Check out the Merry Pom style for winter, a cozy wool bonnet topped with a multicolored pom-pom. Available in sizes from 0 to 3 months through 2 to 4 years. (Briar Handmade, $32 – $56)
Promptly journals
A sweet and sentimental gift for the expecting mama, Promptly journals are beautiful, simple books with prompts to document pregnancy through your child’s first 18 years. Plus, there’s an adoption version. Questions like, “How did you feel when you first saw your child?” make writing easy. The elegant colors (ochre, sand, gray) and fonts are perfect for the aesthetically minded parent. (Promptly Journals, $32)
Organic muslin swaddle blankets
Lightweight muslin swaddle blankets are popular with moms, and for good reason. You can use them to swaddle, burp, cover a baby carrier… and much more. Kaydee Baby’s blankets are as pretty as they are practical. They’re perfect for a photo op or as a spit-up mop. (Kaydee Baby, $40/set of two)
Rock ‘n Play sleeper
It’s no secret that the Rock ’n Play is beloved by new moms. It’s a cozy bassinet that can rock and soothe your baby to sweet slumber. But while previous versions looked like standard baby gear, Fisher-Price has upped their game and enlisted designer Jonathan Adler to design a Rock ’n Play that looks amazingly cool. Style and function? Any mom would be lucky to receive this bad boy. (Fisher-Price, $150)
Pastel Cats footie pajamas
Los Angeles children’s brand Kumquat makes a rad Pastel Cats footie perfect for the hippest baby. Kumquat jammies are lightweight jersey cotton and come in sizes up to 24 months. Footie pajamas are practical and adorable. Be sure to check out Kumquat’s other great patterns, like Organic Mushrooms, Skater Dinos and Vintage Cars. (Kumquat, $25)
Gathre leather mat
The Gathre mat has a cult following, and why wouldn’t it? The leather design is super-cool, and it’s just so functional. Put one under your babe’s high chair to gather up the mess after meals or spread one out for a safe, clean space to play. Stylish colors like mint and rouge make this bonded leather mat a cool addition to a home. There are four sizes to choose from, including the micro, which is the perfect size for a changing pad. (Gathre, $20 – $120)
Wooden teether
Bannor Toys makes their organic wooden teethers in fun shapes (we love the camera and the U.S. states). Plus, you can personalize, making this gift extra special. Bannor teethers are made from hard maple, which won’t splinter. And each one comes with a ribbon toy clip, so it won’t escape the stroller! (Bannor Toys, $14)
Photo book series
The perfect gift for the snap-happy parent! She can capture every moment with Chatbooks, which links to your Instagram feed. A subscription automatically prints you a book every 60 photos. You can add or omit before it prints, and you can even use specific hashtags. (Chatbooks, $8/book)
Papercuterie nursery print
Artist Shelley Friedman’s intricate, hand-cut prints are a gorgeous addition to any nursery. Choose a fun print like a cactus or opt for a custom initial. (Papercuterie, $28 – $58)
Gourmet food basket
If you want a surefire hit, you can always send food! Gift exhausted parents a delicious meal, like this gourmet chicken noodle soup basket. You choose a soup and a cookie flavor, and the new parents will receive a colorful, personalized package that also includes rolls, a ladle and a note card. (Spoonful of Comfort, starting at $70)
Faux leather diaper backpack
The hot diaper bag of the moment, carried by Instagram-famous moms like Alison Faulkner (@thealisonshow) is available in muted colors like blush and gray. The Fawn Design faux leather backpack’s clean lines and quality details make this a fashionable favorite. Switch it from a backpack to a messenger bag, and stash baby essentials in the many interior pockets. (Fawn Design, $145 – $160)
Solly Baby Wrap
Solly Baby wraps are light, slim baby carriers designed for the hip baby-wearing parent. One size fits all with these carriers, so they’re easy to gift, and the site offers a tutorial for wrapping. Solly Baby features a great selection of colors and patterns; they even have Oh Joy! and Rifle Paper Co. collaborations. (Solly Baby, $65)
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