The Best Baby Shower Gifts for Natural Mamas

Check out the top 50 best baby shower gifts designed especially to help natural mamas prepare to welcome a new bundle of joy.

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Is your sister or BFF getting ready to welcome a new little baby into her life? With the baby shower fast approaching, you’re probably starting to think about the best baby shower gifts for the beloved mama-to-be. But finding just the right baby shower gift—something that fills a need, but also shows mama how much you care about her and her new addition—can be a tough feat, especially if you aren’t a parent yourself.

Even if mama has a baby registry filled with items for feeding, bathing, diapering, and traveling, you still might not know where to begin. Do you opt for the adorable outfit—or do you go for a more practical baby shower gift, like the baby bath tub or the glass bottle set. Decisions, decisions!

Finding the best baby shower gifts shouldn’t be a struggle, which is why we’ve crafted this roundup of the top 50 natural baby shower gifts. With these baby shower gift ideas, you’ll be prepared with unique baby shower gifts will ooh and ahh over. Remember, although all of these baby shower gifts are especially designed to help the natural mamas-to-be in your life welcome a new baby, they’re great choices for anyone you may know.

Baby Shower Gift Ideas

The baby shower gift ideas below are tried-and-true favorites of natural mamas everywhere. You’ll find everything both mama and baby need, from feeding and diapering to play time and beyond.

Mama Natural Birth Course
Mama Natural Birth Course

A birth course is one of the most essential baby shower gifts, especially for a first-time mama. The Mama Natural birth course provides everything you need to know about natural labor and delivery—from the comfort of your own living room.

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Mama Natural Birth Course
Mama Natural Affirmation Cards
Mama Natural Affirmation Cards

Beautiful and encouraging, these affirmation cards encourage mama to stay positive, motivated, and joyful. Suitable for any part of the journey from pregnancy, to labor, to delivery.

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Mama Natural Affirmation Cards
Mama Natural Book
Mama Natural Book

Arm mama-to-be with the only natural week-by-week pregnancy and childbirth book, and she’ll have useful tips and practical wisdom on every topic from unwanted pregnancy symptoms to breastfeeding.

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Mama Natural Book
Ergo Baby Bundle of Joy Carrier Set
Ergo Baby Bundle of Joy Carrier Set

A baby carrier is one of the most necessary baby shower gifts for the natural mama, and this set comes with the infant insert so mama will be set from infancy to toddlerhood.

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Ergo Baby Bundle of Joy Carrier Set
BumGenius Original One-Size Pocket Cloth Diaper
BumGenius Original One-Size Pocket Cloth Diaper

What’s a baby shower without a pile of diapers? In this case, a super soft pile of cloth diapers! Reduce diaper rash, save the environment, and provide comfort to your baby with these diapers.

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BumGenius Original One-Size Pocket Cloth Diaper
Motherlove Nurturing Life Giftbox
Motherlove Nurturing Life Giftbox

Both baby and mama need plenty of TLC during the fourth trimester. This all-natural set includes five essentials—birth and baby oil, sitz bath spray, nipple cream, diaper balm, and belly salve—to keep everyone comfortable.

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Motherlove Nurturing Life Giftbox
Earth Mama A Little Something For Baby Gift Set
Earth Mama A Little Something For Baby Gift Set

Keep baby clean and comfortable without any of the harsh additives and fragrances of conventional products. This set includes herbal soap, lotion, diaper cream and oil.

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Earth Mama A Little Something For Baby Gift Set
OsoCozy Flannel Baby Wipes - Reusable And Washable
Reusable Wipes

One of the more practical baby shower gifts, these reusable flannel wipes keep even the messiest bums clean. Simply toss them in the wet sack with your diapers and you’re good to go!

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OsoCozy Flannel Baby Wipes - Reusable And Washable
Medela Hand Pump
Medela Hand Pump

Even for mamas that already have an electric pump, this hand pump fits nicely in your diaper bag. Great for traveling and occasional pumping.

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Medela Hand Pump
Didymos Woven Wrap
Didymos Woven Wrap

Suitable to hold babies from infancy through preschool, a woven wrap can be used to carry baby in a variety of ways including the back, hip, and front.

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Didymos Woven Wrap
The PlayGym by LovEvery
The PlayGym by LovEvery

The only activity mat with organic teether, wooden play rings, and sustainably-sourced wooden parts to make tummy time eco-friendly.

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The PlayGym by LovEvery
Organic Bamboo Baby Towel with Hood
Organic Bamboo Baby Towel with Hood

Available in blue, pink, and beige, these soft bamboo towels also come with a matching washcloth set. Grab two and baby will be set.

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Organic Bamboo Baby Towel with Hood
Boppy Organic Slipcover
Boppy Organic Slipcover

Having a few extra nursing pillow covers on hand is helpful, especially while mama and baby establish their breastfeeding relationship. These covers are made out of organic cotton.

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Boppy Organic Slipcover
Boppy Naked Pillow
Boppy Naked Pillow

Whether mama is breastfeeding or papa is feeding a bottle of pumped milk, this pillow ensures that everyone is comfortable at feeding time.

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Boppy Naked Pillow
Parade Organics Kimono Gowns
Parade Organics Kimono Gowns

The best baby shower gifts make everyone's life a little easier. And kimono-style gowns are wonderful during the newborn stage, because they make diaper changes a breeze. These cute gowns are made from 100 percent super soft cotton fabric.

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Parade Organics Kimono Gowns
LovedBaby Unisex Footed Onesies
LovedBaby Unisex Footed Onesies

Nothing’s worse than lost socks in the middle of the night! These organic unisex onesies will keep your baby’s toes nice and cozy.

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LovedBaby Unisex Footed Onesies
Mom's One Line a Day: A Five-Year Memory Book
Five-Year Memory Book

Mama wants to remember this precious stage, but doesn't have the time to journal or scrapbook. This book, which prompts her to write just one line each day, will serve as a treasured time capsule.

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Mom's One Line a Day: A Five-Year Memory Book
Baby Shampoo and Baby Lotion Set
Baby Shampoo and Baby Lotion Set

It may say “baby,” but this baby shower gift is great for mama, too. It's gentle enough for your little one's skin and strong enough to soothe mama’s stretching skin before baby's born. Lather it on your growing belly now; use it while bathing and massaging baby later.

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Baby Shampoo and Baby Lotion Set
3-in-1 Nursing Cover
3-in-1 Nursing Cover

Never worry about “side exposure” with this 360-nursing cover. It also doubles as a car seat or stroller canopy cover.

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3-in-1 Nursing Cover
Organic Diaper Bag Backpack
Organic Diaper Bag Backpack

A diaper bag is a must, and this one delivers: It’s eco-friendly, plus has roomy pockets, a tissue/wipe dispenser, and straps to easily attach to your stroller.

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Organic Diaper Bag Backpack
New Books for Newborns Collection
New Books for Newborns Collection

Help mama build baby's first library with this boxed set. Beautiful images and cozy titles? This set will warm anyone’s heart!

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New Books for Newborns Collection
Keepsake Box
Keepsake Box

If you're looking for baby shower gifts that go the distance, look no further. This dreamy box is a go-to place to stash those precious keepsakes from hospital bands to dried flowers.

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Keepsake Box
Curl and Tooth Box
Curl and Tooth Box

Lined with velvet, these cute little elephant boxes will hold that first curl or that first tooth. A sentimental gift that will last for years!

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Curl and Tooth Box
Lifefactory water bottle
Lifefactory Water Bottle

This practical gift helps keep mama hydrated through pregnancy, labor, and those long nursing sessions. Available in a rainbow of colors.

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Lifefactory water bottle
Motherlove Nipple Cream
Motherlove Nipple Cream

Some of the best baby shower gifts focus on giving mama a little TLC. This organic cream soothes chapped nipples and relieves pain due to cracks. Best part: There’s no need to wash this cream off before nursing.

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Motherlove Nipple Cream
Organic Bamboo Nursing Pads Gift Set
Organic Bamboo Nursing Pads Gift Set

Reusable and soft nursing pads? What’s not to love?! This gift set also comes with a mesh laundry bag and breastfeeding guide.

My First Year Frame
My First Year Frame

Chances are pretty good that mama will take hundreds of pictures during baby’s first year, and this keepsake frame will help her showcase the best of them.

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My First Year Frame
Baby Bath + Konjac Sponge Kit
Baby Bath + Konjac Sponge Kit

This konjac sponge and bath flower makes bathing baby pain-free—no bending over the tub required. Giving baby a bath has never been easier!

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Baby Bath + Konjac Sponge Kit
UppaBaby Carseat, Infant Seat, and Bassinet Bundle
UppaBaby Carseat, Infant Seat, and Bassinet Bundle

This generous baby shower gift helps mama transport baby in comfort, whether walking around the block, on a trail, or traveling in the car.

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UppaBaby Carseat, Infant Seat, and Bassinet Bundle
Gift the Gift of Grocery Delivery
Gift the Gift of Grocery Delivery!

With Amazon Fresh, new mamas and papas don’t have to worry about getting out to the store; fresh groceries are delivered right to the door. It's the ultimate convenience!

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Gift the Gift of Grocery Delivery
3-in-1 Robe for Mama
3-in-1 Robe for Mama

This robe is as beautiful as it is practical: It's a maternity, laboring, and nursing robe all in one.

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3-in-1 Robe for Mama
Milestone Blanket
Milestone Blanket

Personalize this blanket for a cute way to track baby’s daily, weekly, or monthly progress.

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Milestone Blanket
Dohm White Noise Machine
Dohm White Noise Machine

White noise machines are invaluable when you’ve got a sleeping baby. A must-have for any home, but especially those with older (loud!) children and barking dogs.

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Dohm White Noise Machine
Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby & Child Care
Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby & Child Care

Wish you had the age-old wisdom of baby care from previous generations? This book—one of the most indispensable baby shower gifts—covers all the basics of natural baby care, from food to common ailments.

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Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby & Child Care
Swaddle Me Three Pack
Swaddle Me Three Pack

Keep baby feeling safe and secure with these easy-to-wrap swaddles.

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Swaddle Me Three Pack
Boppy Newborn Lounger
Boppy Newborn Lounger

Sometimes two hands just isn't enough. If mama needs to set baby down, this lounger provides a comfortable and safe resting place for baby.

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Boppy Newborn Lounger
Under the Nile Fitted Crib Sheet + Bag
Under the Nile Fitted Crib Sheet + Bag

These crib sheets are made of non-toxic dyes and 100 percent cotton to keep baby's crib both soft and safe.

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Under the Nile Fitted Crib Sheet + Bag
Skwish Classic Rattle and Teether
Skwish Classic Rattle and Teether

A classic rattle that babies love. It’s non-toxic and looks great on a shelf, too.

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Skwish Classic Rattle and Teether
Knit Baby Rattle with Wooden Teether
Knit Baby Rattle with Wooden Teether

A rattle and teether all in one provides a multi-sensory experience for curious babies.

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Knit Baby Rattle with Wooden Teether
ThinkBaby! Complete Feeding Set
ThinkBaby! Complete Feeding Set

A comprehensive dining set for the littlest ones at your table that’ll stand the test of time. (We still have ours eight years later!)

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ThinkBaby! Complete Feeding Set
Waterproof Silicone Bibs
Waterproof Silicone Bibs

Contain the mess with these easy to clean and effective bibs. All you need to clean them is a little soapy water!

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Waterproof Silicone Bibs
Raw Amber Necklace
Raw Amber Necklace

The most practical baby shower gifts help mama when times get tough. And a truly raw amber necklace provides relief when teeth begin to erupt. It’s double-knotted for strength and has a pop clasp for safety.

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Raw Amber Necklace
My First Year Frame
Hand and Footprint Memory Frame

As much as we’d like them to, they don’t stay little forever. This set helps preserve those adorable tiny hands and feet forever.

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My First Year Frame
Chewable Silicone Baby Teething Necklace
Chewable Silicone Baby Teething Necklace

What’s a mama to do when those teeth begin to erupt? This colorful and fun teething necklace is something for mom to wear and baby to enjoy.

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Chewable Silicone Baby Teething Necklace
Cool Mist Humidifier
Cool Mist Humidifier

This cool mist humidifier makes an adorable friend for baby’s nursery. It keeps the air moist to protect baby’s delicate skin and relieve congestion.

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Cool Mist Humidifier
Maya Wrap
Maya Wrap

If you're looking for baby shower gifts that will get used every day, try a colorful and comfortable wrap for babywearing. This one is great for every stage from newborn to toddler.

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Maya Wrap
Hands-Free Pumping Bra
Hands-Free Pumping Bra

For the multi-tasking mom, this hands-free pumping bra is an indispensable breastfeeding accessory.

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Hands-Free Pumping Bra
Board Book Box Set
Board Book Box Set

A colorful great first book collection for babies!

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Board Book Box Set
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?

If you’re looking for a classic that will stand the test of time, look no further. This is one of the sweetest books with the best illustrations.

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Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See
Organic Swaddle
Organic Swaddle

Is there any gift more precious than sleep? This organic swaddle features a patented design that helps baby feel safe and secure, leading to a longer night’s sleep.

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Organic Swaddle

Unique Baby Shower Gifts

If you want to do something special for the mama-to-be, consider some of these more unique baby shower gifts. These ideas will definitely get plenty of attention at any baby shower:

Diaper cake

Baby shower gifts that are fun and practical are total wins. Stack diapers—either cloth or disposable work—in three tiers, then wrap with a bow to create a diaper “cake” to celebrate baby’s impending arrival.

Handmade gifts

Whether a knit blanket, a hand-sewed outfit, or a painting for the nursery, nothing thing says “you’re loved” like DIY baby shower gifts. If you’re not particularly crafty, but love the idea of personalized baby shower gifts, consider a personalized story book or a monogrammed baby shower gift.

Something special for mom

Other unique baby shower gifts include special treats for mom and only mom—think the promise of homemade meals once baby is born, spa gift cards for pampering pre- or post-baby, or jewelry personalized with baby’s name or birth stone.

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Is It OK to Buy Baby Shower Gifts That Aren’t on the Registry?

If mama has a baby registry, you might be wondering what to do if the baby shower gifts above don’t exactly line up with the items on that list. It’s a valid question, but not all great baby shower gifts comes from the registry.

Sometimes the registry is depleted before you have a chance to do your shopping; sometimes the baby shower gifts on the registry don’t match your budget; and sometimes the registry doesn’t include baby shower gifts you know mama might really need! In any of these situations, it’s perfectly acceptable to stray from the baby registry and choose more unique baby shower gifts.

Another Kind of Baby Shower Gift: The Regift

Huh?! Hear me out: We all buy so much stuff for our babies, but in most cases, our friends and family members already own a lot of the same items. Instead of buy something brand new, consider giving the mom-to-be all of your favorite baby items you no longer need. Some of the more expensive items, like rockers or even cribs, make wonderful gifts. Just stay away from any heavily used items that aren’t in good condition—think tired cloth diapers, and stained clothing. Also refrain from regifting anything unhygienic, like a used NoseFrida (gross!).

Genevieve Howland

About the Author

Genevieve Howland is a doula and childbirth educator. She is the bestselling author of The Mama Natural Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth and creator of the Mama Natural Birth Course. A mother of three, graduate of the University of Colorado, and YouTuber with over 135,000,000 views, she helps mothers and moms-to-be lead healthier and more natural lives.

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  1. The boppy newborn lounger has recently been recalled


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