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52 Best Gifts for Pregnant Women, Recommended by Moms

These ideas are all about making the mama feel good.

Headshot of Cailey LindbergBy Cailey Lindberg
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Every woman experiences pregnancy differently, but one thing's for sure: she'll need a lot of love and support to get through those nine months. And while words and acts of service are always a good idea, sometimes a sweet gift that's just for her can really go a long way, especially since she's probably put a lot of her wants and desires to the side to make room for everything the baby will need. So go ahead, and spoil mama with these best gifts for pregnant women.

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With so many maternity items on the market, it can be hard to tell which ones are worth the money and what's worth skipping. To bring you top gifts, we've consulted the parenting experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute, our senior parenting editor and moms on staff here at GH. All the ideas below really focus on the soon-to-be mom, which she can also use if she's a first-time mom versus gifts for the baby (if you want to get something for her bundle of joy look to these best baby shower gifts).

You'll find options for friends who just announced their pregnancy, a couple of luxury ideas for your wife and plenty of self-care gifts that can be used after the baby's arrival, too. And don't forget, while a present during this time is nice, be sure to check in on her often with a phone call or text!

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Best Value Maternity Leggings

Stretch Secret Fit Belly Leggings

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Best Value Maternity Leggings

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It doesn't matter what season she's giving birth, how many babies she's having or what her style is, she will need a lot of high-quality maternity leggings. These were rated the best value by experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute thanks to the lightweight cotton fabric and versatility of the panel (it can be worn over the belly or under the bump).

RELATED: Best Maternity Leggings to Wear During Pregnancy

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Luxury Shower Steamers

Luxury Shower Steamers
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Luxury Shower Steamers

She's likely super busy right now as she gets everything ready for the baby. But while hour-long baths might be out of the question, she can still unwind during a quick shower thanks to these steamers that release essential oils as steam hits them.

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Top Hospital Bag

Rolling Duffel Bag

Rolling Duffel Bag
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Top Hospital Bag

Rolling Duffel Bag

She's going to need a good hospital bag, and while there are countless options, this one from Rockland is a favorite amongst moms. Not only can it hold everything she'll need, but it also has wheels so she doesn't have to do any lifting. "I needed a bag for the hospital when I went to have my daughter! This bag held everything I needed for my 4-day stay!! There are plant of pockets and the zippers are strong," one review on Amazon wrote.

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Mini Fridge

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Mini Fridge

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Getting up and down a lot is annoying even when you're not pregnant. You can save her some trips to the kitchen thanks to this mini fridge that can hold some of her snacks and drinks. When the baby comes, she can also use it to store milk if she needs (at home or in the office).

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Portable Neck Fan

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Portable Neck Fan

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It's hot out there for pregnant women, even when it's winter. If the rest of the family is freezing while she sweats, at least she has this powerful neck can that can provide some relief.

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Unique Gift Idea

Scratch Off Activities to Do While Pregnant

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Unique Gift Idea

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She'll get 35 cards that can be scratched-off to reveal fun things she can do. Most of the options are DIY ideas to help her remember this special time.

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Help Her Document Her Pregnancy

Journal Gift Card

Journal Gift Card
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Help Her Document Her Pregnancy

Journal Gift Card

This isn't your ordinary baby journal. With Qeepsake, she will receive texts with questions to help her build a one-of-kind book. She and other members of the family can respond with messages and photos, and then the company will compile the memory book for her.

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Maternity Clothes Gift Card

Maternity Clothes Gift Card
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Maternity Clothes Gift Card

With StitchFix, all she has to do is tell a stylist her size and style, and they will curate a box of clothes just for her. She'll try everything on, and only pay for what she likes. With a gift card, you can cover the cost for her!

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Home Chef Gift Card

Gift Card
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Home Chef Gift Card

You want to make things as easy as possible for her, so take any cooking out of the equation, and opt for a delivery service that comes with ready-made meals. Home Chef received top scores from our experts thanks to how family-friendly it is.

RELATED: Best Meal Delivery Services

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Stanley Quencher H2.0

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Stanley Quencher H2.0

She's drinking more water than ever now, and the top-rated Stanley Quencher can help keep her drink cool and fresh. It also fits perfectly inside a car's cupholder, so she can take it anywhere.

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Best Inexpensive Pregnancy Gift

Earth Mama Organic Third Trimester Tea Bags

 Organic Third Trimester Tea Bags
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Best Inexpensive Pregnancy Gift

Earth Mama Organic Third Trimester Tea Bags

Recommended by our parenting editor, pair this box of tea, which claims to "help prepare your body for birth," with a lovely bouquet of flowers.

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Fun Gift

Pregnancy Water Bottle Tracker

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Fun Gift

Pregnancy Water Bottle Tracker

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Something that's practical and fun, this bottle will tell her how big her baby is every week. All she has to do is put the stickers on to showcase her journey.

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Women's Aylin Canvas Cell Phone Bag

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Women's Aylin Canvas Cell Phone Bag
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Women's Aylin Canvas Cell Phone Bag

A top gift for women year after year, get the bulk off her shoulders by gifting her a lightweight crossbody bag that will just fit the essentials she needs: keys, cards and phone.

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Over 25,000 5-Star Reviews on Amazon

BRONAX Slides for Women

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Over 25,000 5-Star Reviews on Amazon

BRONAX Slides for Women

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Her feet are aching, no doubt. But with these stop-rated pillow slides, she can get the support she needs thanks to the "shock absorption" sole. "I am 8 months pregnant, so everything is a struggle right now. I was at Kroger for an hour today and didn’t have to sit on the patio furniture for sale, which is a huge win! These are legit like clouds and are going to be my normal pregnancy shoes now," one Amazon reviewer wrote.

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HATCH Chic Compressing & Cooling Headache Relief Wrap

Chic Compressing & Cooling Headache Relief Wrap
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HATCH Chic Compressing & Cooling Headache Relief Wrap

It comes with a reusable ice pack that can fit perfectly in the wrap to be tied around her head to sooth headaches, tension and more.

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Spafinder eGift

Spafinder eGift
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Spafinder eGift

Prenatal massage. Prenatal facial. She'll want it all, but this way she can pick exactly what she gets and where she gets it as SpaFinder has so many spas that will accept their gift cards.

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Mom To Be Necklace

Mom To Be Necklace
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Mom To Be Necklace

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Cue the happy tears with this beautiful necklace. It also comes with a sweet message that'll let her know just how special this time in her life is.

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Keep Her Comfy In Luxury Pregnancy Pajamas

Davy Nursing & Maternity Pajama Set

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Davy Nursing & Maternity Pajama Set
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Keep Her Comfy In Luxury Pregnancy Pajamas

Davy Nursing & Maternity Pajama Set

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"I lived in the Kindred Bravely Nursing and Maternity Pajamas during both pregnancy and postpartum," Stefani Sassos said. The relaxed fit will accommodate her changing body, and the buttery soft viscose and spandex fabric both looks and feels luxurious.

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An Essential Postpartum Recovery Kit

FridaBaby Postpartum Recovery Essentials Kit

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Postpartum Recovery Essentials Kit
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An Essential Postpartum Recovery Kit

FridaBaby Postpartum Recovery Essentials Kit

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Her body will go through a lot during pregnancy, so a postpartum recovery kit is an essential. Our editors and experts are huge fans of FridaMom and FridaBaby. In this set, she'll get disposable underwear, iced maxi pads, perineal cooling pad liners, perineal healing foam and a toilet-top storage caddy. Trust us, she'll really appreciate this one.

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Everlasting Comfort Luxury Bath Pillow

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Everlasting Comfort Luxury Bath Pillow
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Everlasting Comfort Luxury Bath Pillow

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There's nothing more relaxing than a long, soothing bath, and this bath pillow will help keep her comfortable in the tub during her pregnancy.

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Cailey Lindberg
Commerce Editor, Gifts & LIfestyle

Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com. 

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