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I have a few friends and family members that are pregnant, and I have been shopping for the perfect gifts for them. Thinking back on when I first became a mother helped me remember what I truly wanted (and needed) in the early stages. If you are looking for a gift for a new mother, here are some great ideas.
Motorola Video Monitor (MBP 855)
This Motorola 5″ Portable Video Baby Monitor with Wi-Fi enables you to keep an eye on things while at home on the handheld parent unit and away on compatible smartphones, tablets, and computers. Take the portable, battery-powered camera with you around the house to watch your little one wherever they are, and see the whole room clearly, day or night, with remote pan, tilt, and zoom and infrared night vision. The Hubble app allows you to receive sound, motion, and temperature notifications to your compatible viewing device so you can always stay connected to what’s going on at home. Mount your monitor anywhere with the StarGrip for Motorola Monitors for a better view of your baby. It easily attaches to shelves, brackets, and more. Watch them dream. From anywhere.
Zutano Baby Clothing
Zutano is also known for their famous baby booties. They are the number one baby bootie searched on Amazon.com and are a MUST HAVE for new moms. For the warmer months, Zutano interlock booties are a nursery must have for newborn babies and babies up to 24 months. These fun booties come in a variety of colors, and have a snap around the ankle allowing the booties to stay on for warmth when needed as well as sun protection!
Check out Zutano Clothing at Zutano.com.
SoftSoap
As a mom I know how important it is to keep your body, especially your skin, hydrated. When you are new mom, it’s easy to forget about taking care of yourself. I suggest doing something for yourself with two new moisturizing body washes from Softsoap! Inspired by today’s trending ingredients and crafted from real extracts of honey, lavender, jasmine and plum, these are a must. Leaving you clean and moisturized, Softsoap Body Washes will transforming your shower into an invigorating sensory experience.
Gunapod Swaddle Sack
Keep your baby cozy and snug with the cuddly, innovative Gunamuna Solid Gunapod Wearable Blanket. The Gunapod wearable blanket is the first major overhaul in the sleep sack market in 15 years. Gunapod sets the standard in baby care and comfort. The mama creators behind the Gunapod know a thing or two about middle-of-the-night diaper changes, sleeping baby transfers and car seat wiggles. Their experience is your gain. This soft and cozy fleece sleep sack is designed to keep babies comfortable and make parenting easier.
Medela Pump in Style Breast Pump
Pump In Style Advanced is a daily use breast pump designed for moms who pump several times a day. It offers portable convenience for discreet pumping anywhere. Includes tote bag with integrated motor unit, AC adaptor, battery pack, insulated cooler bag and ice pack, 5 ounce breast milk bottles, 24 mm breast shields, PersonalFit connectors, valves, tubing and instructions.

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