If you are crafty you can hand-make any number of breastfeeding-related gifts, but if you are not so inclined, I have five ideas for non-traditional gifts for the new mother that range from under $10 all the way up to $169.
1. Klean Kanteen Water Bottles. Staying hydrated is important for the breastfeeding mother but remembering to drink enough water can be difficult for the busy new mom. It helps to keep water beside the nursing chair and by the bed. Make it easier for the new mother with one or more of these Klean Kanteen Stainless Steel Colored Water Bottles. …read more

What do mothers want this Mother’s Day? With the recession, I am guessing that gifts of time and service top the list! Such gifts often mean more than those that cost a lot of money anyway!ersonally (and I will be forwarding this post to my husband!) I want a hot bath and time to myself to read a book. Alone time is at a premium for me with three kids including a 9-month-old, and a hot bath and a good book would go a long way to restoring my spirit! I do not like to be away from my baby …read more

Still looking for the perfect gift for the breastfeeding mother on your list? How about making your own breastfeeding-related gift? Or if you are not so handy, check out Etsy.com, where a search for “breastfeeding” revealed over 1,500 handmade items ranging from nursing necklaces, to ring slings, nursing pads, breastfeeding clothing, nursing covers, breastfeeding art and more!
Gift image by Garrison Photography