Mother’s Day is fast approaching and surely you’re going to want to give the mothers in your life the perfect gift that will show your appreciation for them. While we’re at it, let’s not forget to also celebrate the moms-to-be as they are nearing motherhood. Honor the pregnant woman in your life with these fool-proof gift ideas that are especially for her.

• Flats. A sturdy pair of flats is essential for the expecting mom. Not only is it more comfortable, it also helps support their backs better while they are with child as opposed to heeled shoes. Moreover, flats would also be perfect even after pregnancy as they will be doing a lot of running around and playing with their children.

Recommended Mother’s Day Buys: 

• Old Navy’s Women’s Scrunch Ballet
• Crocs’ Adrina Flat
• Banana Republic’s Abby Ballet Flat
• Eleni Athini’s Leather Ballet Flats
• TOM Women’s Canvas Slip-on

• Convertible maternity clothing. Most pregnant women hesitate to buy maternity clothing because they think it’s impractical and something they wouldn’t wear often. Keep it stylish and opt for clothing articles that they can still use even after pregnancy. These may include loose, flowy tops, empire waist dresses, and drawstring pajamas.

Recommended Mother’s Day Buys:

• GAP’s Embroidered Eyelet Shift Dress
• Old Navy’s Maternity Jersey Faux-Wrap Dress
• HijabiMommi’s Maternity Maxi Dress
• Banana Republic’s Blue Stripe Cover-up
• Momo Maternity’s Colorblock Skater Dress

• Sleeping oils. Pregnancy aches and pains can make it hard for a mother-to-be to fall asleep. Give her a good night’s rest and the energy she and her baby need through essential oils that help aid sleep such as lavender, cedarwood, and orange.

Recommended Mother’s Day Buys:

• Vanilla Lime Catalyctic Lamp Oil Millefiori 500ml
• Skin Craft Organic’s Lemon Coconut Body Oil 4oz
• My Oil Essentials’ Grapeseed Oil 4oz
• Radha Lavender Oil 4oz
• L’Occitane Almond Soothing and Beautifying Supple Skin Oil

• Skincare products. More often than not, pregnancy becomes more about the baby and less about the woman carrying the baby. Help the mom-to-be in your life take care of herself through luxurious skincare products with ingredients that are safe for sensitive pregnant skin. She could definitely use a rich lotion that she can slather on stretchmarks that might stick around post-pregnancy as well as shower gels to help her relax after tiring days of carrying a baby inside her. Don’t forget to throw in sunblock in your care package as pregnancy makes a woman’s skin more delicate.

Recommended Mother’s Day Buys:

• Urban Decay Melt Down Make-up Remover
• Mustela Stretch Marks Double Action
• Clarisonic Radiance Replenishment Kit
• Wildroot Naturals Sunblock SPF 30
• Burt’s Bees Baby Bee SPF 30 Sunscreen Stick

• Pregnant or not, you can never go wrong with jewelry. A good idea is a charm bracelet to which she or you can add charms as the baby grows up and achieves milestones.

Recommended Mother’s Day Buys:

• Silver Plated Purple Murano Pandora Style Jewelry
• Frosted Willow Mother’s Infinity Bracelet
• Banana Republic Sparkle Heart Pendant Necklace
• Coach Pave Sculpted Hearts Stud Earrings
• Tiffany & Co. Mom Heart Tag Charm and Chain

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