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If you have “been there, done that” then you may know that recovery from a c-section is tough. You have just had major surgery, and now you also have a newborn to take care of! It can feel overwhelming, but these gift ideas for a new mom who had a c-section will help her cope and make the transition easier.
Gift Ideas for a New Mom Who Had a C-Section
We also have gifts for mom’s with toddlers and gifts for new moms on Mother’s Day too!
Postpartum Girdle
It’s not glamorous, but it gets the job done. This can be worn under or over clothing to provide much needed extra support after a c-section. It will make a big difference in how comfortable a c-section mom feels in those early days.
The Fourth Trimester Book
A lot of new moms don’t realize how important the first three months of life are to a newborn baby. It’s really like a fourth trimester, and it’s nice to be aware of baby’s unique needs in the early days of life.
Newborn Log Book
No more wondering when the last feeding or diaper change was! This log book is great because moms, dads, or anyone helping out with the newborn can all stay on the same page.
Back Support Pillow
Recovering from a c-section is so uncomfortable. What’s more difficult, though, is you’re also trying to care for a newborn while recovering from major surgery. Back support pillows like this will make it easier for the new mom who had a c-section to sit up in bed, especially while feeding baby.
Portable Diaper Caddy
If you’ve just had major abdominal surgery the last thing you need to be doing is making trips back and forth to the nursery to get diapers and baby care items. Stock up this caddy before you give it for a fun gift basket idea.
Seat Belt Cushions
Although I wouldn’t suggest people use these all the time, it can be a huge lifesaver during those early car trips to and from the hospital.
Itch and Pain Relief Spray
This is a numbing spray and can really do wonders for relieving pain and itching. A new mom who had a c-section can spray it onto her incision or scar to help offer some relief in those early days.
Extra Long Charger Cord
This way mom can sit wherever she’s comfortable and still have access to her phone while it’s charging. It also means no disturbing a sleeping baby to move closer to the plug in.
A New Tablet
You spend a lot of time as a new mom who had a c-section sitting with your baby and recovering from childbirth. With a tablet, mom can read books, browse online, and keep in touch with family and friends.
A Good Quality Stroller
In the first few weeks after a c-section walking can be difficult, but it’s also essential to recovery. Having a good quality stroller to hold on to for support makes a big difference when taking the baby out for postpartum walks.
C-Section Birth T-Shirt
This thoughtful shirt says “BIRTH” in bold then “cesarean birth” in cursive. How sweet is that? This would be a nice addition to your gift ideas for a new mom who had a c-section, especially one who’s upset that the birth didn’t go as planned.
Newborn Care Book
If the c-section mama you’re shopping for just had her first baby, get her set up with a newborn care primer to read while she recovers. Having answers to some of her questions and worries will help ease a new mom’s mind early on.
Streaming Gift Card
It’s nice to put on a show sometimes when taking care of feedings or holding a fussy baby. Help offset some of those early costs of having a baby by giving a new mom who had a c-section some gift cards to favourite streaming services. This is also a great gift idea for a mom who just had a second (or more!) baby.
Aloe Vera Gel
Pure aloe vera gel is naturally soothing and helps relieve itching. It’s perfect for soothing a painful incision that a mom who had a c-section is likely dealing with.
Postpartum Recovery Kit
Regardless of how the baby was born, a woman’s body has a lot of recovering to do after birth. Help the new mom replenish some essential vitamins and nutrients with postpartum vitamins and teas.
C-Section Moms Book
Most birth recovery books aren’t written with c-section moms in mind. After a c-section, you’re not just recovering from childbirth – you’re healing from surgery. This book has practical tips to help her ease back into regular life.
Super Comfy Pjs
It’s really important that there’s nothing tight or irritating around the c-section incision, especially early on. Make a new mom who had a c-section’s recovery a lot more pleasant by helping her stock up with comfy clothes likes these pjs.
Upside Down Peri Bottle
Most hospitals give these out to new moms, but they’re not as practical as this one. It will help a new mom stay clean and comfortable, but without having to bend too far forward (which is painful).
Funny C-Section Card
Celebrate that c-section a mama who has a sense of humour. Tuck a gift card inside or add this to your gift ideas for a new mom who had a c-section for a nice pick-me-up postpartum.
Boppy Nursing Pillow and Positioner
Nursing, or even just holding a baby after a c-section can be uncomfortable. These positioning pillows come in all sorts of patterns, and will help your new mom hold her baby with ease.
Domino’s Pizza Gift Card
With the ease of online ordering, these gift cards will be a hit with your new mom. She can choose exactly what her family likes, and won’t have to worry about forgetting the casserole in the oven.
Mrs Meyers Soy Lavender Aromatherapy Candles
Mom and baby will both be able to relax with the soothing scent of lavender. These soy candles are made from plant-derived ingredients and burn for 35 hours.
High Waisted Fleece Lined Leggings
No new mom wants to wear tight, restrictive clothing. This 6 pack of leggings insures that your new mom will have something comfortable to wear while she heals from her c-section.
Healthy Snacks Variety Gift Box
This healthy snack box is a great gift, especially if your new mom is breastfeeding and requires extra calories but doesn’t want a bunch of junk food.
Microterry PillowStep Slippers
These non-skid slippers will quickly become a favorite for your new mom. Order one if her favorite color and have it shipped directly to her.
Always Maxi Overnight Pads
Let’s be real, no mom wants to have to go out, or send her husband out at 1 am because she ran out of pads. This is one gift your new mom will be grateful to have.
Reusable Hot & Cold Gel Pack
C-sections are painful! This reusable gel pack can help relieve some of the pain. I love giving practical gift ideas for a new mom who had a c-section.
Yeti Reusable Water Bottle
Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! It’s important for a new mom to stay well hydrated. This reusable water thermos will keep her hydrated and her ice cold for hours.
Criss Cross Nursing Wrap Tunic
Available in multiple styles, this nursing wrap is perfect for a new mom who wants a little privacy while nursing her baby.
Organic Reusable Nursing Pads
Nursing pads don’t have to be boring. These organic reusable, leak proof nursing pads come in fun colors to help with those embarrassing leaks.
High Waisted Recover Panties
Wrapping a woman’s belly after birth is a great way to help with healing and pain. These high waisted slimming panties will help speed recovery, reduce scar itchiness, and support a weakened tummy.
Earth Mama Postpartum Bath Herbs
After a mom has been given the go ahead to take a bath, these bath herbs will help soothe the incision. They can be used in a bath, or brewed as a spritz directly on the c-section scar.
Palmer’s Stretch Mark Cream and Scar Serum
Stretch marks don’t have to be so visible. Using this stretch mark cream can help reduce the appearance of them while the scar serum can be applied to the scar.
Parents Magazine Subscription
For the gifter who thinks ahead, Parents magazine is a great way for your new mom to learn all things parenting while waiting on her baby or recovering from her c-section. Give the gift of a subscription, or purchase a single print issue.
Mother and Baby Magazine Subscription
Mother and Baby is another magazine subscription that focuses on those younger years. This one is perfect for a first time mom and a great gift idea to read after giving birth while recovering from a c-section.
Burt’s Bees Baby Bee Getting Started Set
Moms love spoiling their babies. This Burt’s Bees gift set including baby wash, lotion, and soap makes bath time spoiling a little easier.
Unisex Baby Sleeping Gown
Onesies are great, but sleeping gowns are so much easier! Simply, lift the gown to change the baby. There are no fussy buttons or snaps to deal with.
Fujifilm Instax Mini Instant Camera
Showing off pictures of her new baby won’t just be for social media when you gift this mini instant camera. This camera will instantly print pictures making scrapbooking easy.
Guess How Much I Love You
Help start the new mom’s book collection with Guess How Much I Love You. This bedtime children’s book is guaranteed to make your new mom go “Awww”.
No matter what gift you chose for your new mom who had a c-section, she is sure to appreciate how much easier you have made her new life. Tweet us pictures of your new mom and her baby at @ugifter
