In short
- Most gifts go to the baby; give something just for mum.
- Night feeds and chilly mornings: mohair socks and a light cardigan become favourites.
- Choose relaxed fits and button fronts, practical for feeding.
- The best bonus is your help: a cooked meal or a few hours of sleep.
When a baby arrives, everyone brings bodysuits and rattles, while mum is sleepless and forgets herself. Give her comfort.
Ideas
- Mohair & silk socks for night feeds on cold floors.
- A button-front kid mohair & silk cardigan, Blush or Sky: easy to throw on, easy to unbutton.
- A “mum’s night” set: socks, a travel mug, lip balm, snacks.
- A voucher for help: cleaning, meal delivery, an evening of babysitting.
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Kid Mohair & Silk Cardigan, Blush Pink · $175
Kid Mohair & Silk Cardigan, Sky Blue · $175
Kid Mohair & Silk Ruffle Lounge Socks, Nude · $50Why mohair
- Light: it does not restrict or get in the way of holding the baby.
- Warm: chilly night hours feel cosier.
- Soft: kid mohair with silk is gentle on skin.
Fluffy fibres can shed onto clothing, so for moments with the baby in her arms choose a piece that comes off easily, like a button-front cardigan.
Colour
Pastels, powder pink, sky blue, ivory, are calming and suit a home wardrobe.
During pregnancy
A relaxed cardigan is also a lovely gift during pregnancy: she can wear it before and after the birth.
FAQ
What should I give a new mum rather than the baby?
Something cosy just for her: mohair socks, a soft button-front cardigan or a voucher for a few hours of rest.
Is mohair safe around a newborn?
Mohair is a natural fibre, but fluffy fibres can shed; keep mohair pieces out of the cot and away from the baby’s face.
Which size if her body has changed after birth?
A relaxed or oversized fit adapts to the body.
