by Sabrina Garibian posted in Products

Now that I'm a mom I'm very aware of what a new mom needs after she has a baby. When I shop for baby shower gifts, I try to include a few small things that the mom can use to help ease her into motherhood.
Sure, you can buy baby clothes, a changing pad, or baby's stroller if you like, but it's always nice to think of how the mom will feel and what she might enjoy as she enters motherhood.
Here are 5 baby shower gifts you probably didn't think of but should add to your list:
1. Water bottle

After I had each of my kids I had unquenchable thirst. I could drink water all day long and often kept a water bottle on me at all times. I love this Thermos water bottle because it keeps my drink cold and holds a good amount of water. Most importantly, it doesn't leak! Thermos Funtainer 16 oz bottle (Amazon, $19.99)
2. Robe

In those first few weeks of motherhood, even getting dressed is a challenge. Why not treat the new mom-to-be with a sensible robe she can throw on over her pajamas during her maternity leave" I know several moms who added robes to their baby registries and they all received them as gifts at their baby showers.
Seven Apparel Hotel Spa Robe (Amazon, $18.99)
3. Protein Bars... or chocolate

Quick, filling snacks for the parents are key to early parenthood survival. I preferred chocolate and my hubby preferred protein bars. We considered both to be a suitable lunch for at least the first two weeks after our first child was bo...