Mother’s Day is a special time to celebrate and honour the women and parental figures who have had a significant impact in our lives.
For a new mum or parent, the first Mother’s Day marks an especially meaningful moment as they embark on the lifelong journey of motherhood with all its tears, joys and challenges.
To celebrate and show appreciation of her new role as a mother, a thoughtful gift never goes astray. From personalised fingerprint pendants to reusable film cameras, we’ve rounded up some of the sweetest first Mother’s Day gifts that’ll show your deep care for your partner, mother or maternal figure.
Read on for our thoughtful yet practical gift edit for new parents.
13 best first Mother’s Day gifts to shop 2025
01
18k Gold Vermeil She is Zodiac Necklace,
from $259, by charlotte
Best for: sentimental keepsakes
Featuring original artwork by Australian artist Brigitte May and inscribed with a mantra reflecting the magnetic spirit of mum’s starsign, this is a gift she can keep forever. Or, better yet, choose the star sign of little bub for her to wear and remind her of just how great she’s doing!
Key features:
- Hand-drawn artwork by Brigitte May
- Inscribed with mantra
- Available in 18k gold vermeil and sterling silver
- Pendant size: 20 x 18mm
- Chain length: 21 inches, adjustable to 16 inches and 18 inches
- Set with cubic zirconias
- Crafted by a certified member of the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC)
02
YETI Rambler tumbler with magslider lid in taupe, BCF
from $30, BCF
Best for: new mums on the go
Digital editor, Tahni Mesann: “One thing no one prepares you for when you become a mum is how quickly your cuppa goes cold. You can either learn to drink your tea or coffee at room temp (not very appetising, let me tell you) or invest in an insulated cup. I’ve tried so many insulated cups and I have to say the YETI Rambler is my holy grail. It’s durable, it’s the perfect size (fits right into the cup holder of my car), every part is dishwasher safe and it’s amazing how long it keeps my drinks piping hot. Another thing that sets this cup apart is that the lid is such good quality. So many other tumblers have flimsy lids that are difficult to open and close, but this one is so smooth to operate.”
Key features:
- 5 years warranty
- Kitchen grade stainless steel
- Double-wall vacuum insulation
- Smaller size for early morning or late night drives
- Magnets make it easy to open and close
03
AWW Children’s Birthday Cake Book – Vintage Edition
from $10, Amazon
Best for: making new memories
There’s no denying one of the fondest birthday memories for thousands of Aussie kids is blowing out the candles on a classic cake from the Australian Women’s Weekly children’s cake cookbook. From trains to pools, spaceships and butterflies – it’s the gift that keeps on giving!
Key features:
- Vintage edition
- 128 pages
- Step by step instructions
04
Better sleep mist and mask bundle
from $99 (usually 118.95), Beyli
Best for: rest and relaxation
Crafted to promote relaxation and improve sleep quality, Beyli’s range of products are perfect for helping mum to unwind.
Key features:
- Premium ingredients sourced sustainably in Australia
- Cruelty-free products
- Fast shipping Australia-wide for quick access to better sleep
05
Amelie Long Sleeved Oversized Shirt
from $134.95, The Iconic
Best for: comfy sleeping
The Amelie oversized shirt is designed for comfort with its relaxed fit and full-length sleeves.
Key features:
- Relaxed fit
- Drop back design
- Made from 100% Tencel for a cool, smooth, and luxurious drape
- Lenzing Tencel fibres extracted from sustainably grown wood, minimizing environmental impact
06
35mm Co reusable film camera bundle
from $119.95, The Iconic
Best for: capturing memories
Capture precious snapshots of Mum and bub from the get-go by gifting a film camera. This camera is perfect for all occasions and is built to last with manual film advance and rewind functions.
Key features:
- Manual film advance and rewind functions
- Built-in flash for low-light conditions
- Focus-free lens for easy shooting
- Compatible with all 35mm film
- Vegan leather wrist strap for comfortable carrying
07
Kindle paperwhite signature edition (32GB)
from $329, Amazon
Best for: reason
A Kindle offers a practical escape as a palm-sized library for the new mum on the go. It is an ideal gift to complement breakfast in bed.
Key features:
- Fastest Kindle ever – next generation 7″ display has a higher contrast ratio with 25% faster page turns
- Front light adapts to your surroundings
- Ready for travel
- Battery life lasts up to 12 weeks
- Waterproof
- 15 million titles in Kindle Store worldwide
08
Linen House Ocean City plush robe in caramel
from $89.99, The Iconic
Best for: cosy lounging
Luxuriously cosy, a plush robe truly is an it-present for Mother’s Day – who wouldn’t want to be wrapped in a cloud?
Key features:
- Luxuriously soft polyester
- Two sizes
09
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2
from $177.99, Amazon
Best for: reason
Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 2 offers premium sound quality with active noise cancellation and ambient sound features. These buds are the perfect gift for the mum who likes to tune out listening to audiobooks or podcasts.
Key features:
- In-ear form factor for comfortable wear
- Wireless connectivity technology
- Active Noise Cancellation for an immersive sound experience
- Ambient Sound feature for awareness of surroundings
- Certified Samsung Electronics Australia product with reliable performance and coverage
10
Baby Food Bible
from $32.50, Amazon
Best for: learning what to eat
Having a baby opens up a whole new world of caring – looking after yourself is one thing but caring for another being is something else entirely! Starting from the very beginning, Baby Food Bible will teach you how to introduce solids to your baby’s diet with a mix of purees and advice for baby-led weaning. Explainers are provided along the way, covering food safety, choking and how to safely introduce common allergens. From breakfast to pram pleasers, lunchboxes, easy dinners and even sweets, this book will show you how to create adventurous eaters from the very beginning, while also ensuring you can still get those greens into even the fussiest of kids.
Key features:
- 320 pages
- 100+ nutritionist approved recipes
11
The little book of sel-care for new mums
from $25.40, Amazon
Best for: an instant pick me up
Give her a handy guide to navigating being a new mum! This book will help her manage the emotional and physical rollercoaster of parenthood by bringing together decades of experience from a midwife and a doula. There’s tips to boost confidence and calm frazzled nerves, plus answers to questions she may be too embarrassed to ask. This is a book she can turn to when overwhelm sets in.
Key features:
- 192 pages
- Tips to help with motherhood
- Created by experts
12
Stacking pendant necklace
from $135, KBN Jewellery
Best for: stylish personalised jewellery
Give her a gift she will cherish forever with this gorgeous gold necklace. Personalise it with the name of her baby so she can wear it by her heart everyday!
Key features:
- Pendant measures 16mm & 9mm
- Made entirely of sterling silver, gold fill, or rose gold fill
13
The New Mum Box
from $139.95, For the love of mum
Best for: reason
Make it easy with this hamper box that can be delivered straight to her house! Including self care products to navigate the transitions of motherhood with joy and love, it isn’t your average gift box. Valued at over $250, this a gift that has it all!
Key features:
- Beautiful Chaos: On Motherhood, Finding Yourself and Overwhelming Love by Jessica Urlichs. A collection of raw, honest poems about motherhood
- Amber HuskeeRenew Cup & Lid
- Balm Balm Co. Bathometry | Rejuvenating Bath Soak in Blushing Pink
- Sow n Sow Mum Gift of Seeds
- Yarra Valley Bath & Body Clay Mask Kit
- Bramble and Hedge Premium Delicious Handmade Nougat Bar
- Angel Aromatics Flower in our signature scent ANNAN of warm vanilla and exotic fruits
- Little Pack of M Cards plus digital content
