
Why wait for a baby shower to shower the expectant mama in your life with prezzies? We love the idea of pampering the mom-to-be this Mother’s Day and helping her prepare for her baby’s impending arrival.
Remember: the best kind of present is the one that the recipient might not think to buy for herself but one she really needs. Here are our top picks for any woman in your life with a bump.
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- <h1>BOOB Design Maternity/Breastfeeding Tops </h1><br />
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<p><b>Why she needs it: </b>Many of BOOB’s nursing tops can accommodate baby bellies, too, making them a great investment. They’re comfortable, offer fantastic fit, wash like a dream and are the best design for discreet breastfeeding.<br />
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<p><b>Find it:</b> <a href="http://shop.poshmommy.ca/boob-design-b-warmer-sweatshirt/dp/24935" target="blank">PoshMommy.ca</a>, $100.</p>
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- <h1>Belly Jelly </h1><br />
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<p><b>Why she needs it: </b>Stretch marks can be a growing concern! That is why Matter Company created Belly Jelly, a rich emollient balm designed to intensely moisturize the skin. Packed full of oils high in vitamin E, Belly Jelly increases the skin's elasticity, allowing it to stretch with your growing belly. </p><br />
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<p><b>Find it:</b> <a href="https://well.ca/products/matter-company-substance-belly-jelly_51808.html" target="blank">Well.ca</a>, $21.</p>
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- <h1>Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child</h1><br />
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<p><b>Why she needs it: </b>It’s the “sleep bible.” Regardless of where she falls on the no-cry/cry-it-out sleep-training spectrum, this book teaches the science behind sleep and offers tips to help everyone in the house get more ZZZs. And who wouldn’t welcome that? <br />
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<p><b>Find it:</b> <a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Healthy-Sleep-Habits-Happy-Child/dp/0449004023" target="blank">Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child</a>, $29.</p>
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- <h1>BellaBand </h1><br />
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<p><b>Why she needs it:</b> For those lucky enough to gain most of their baby weight around their middle, the BellaBand allows mom-to-be to wear her pants and jeans throughout her pregnancy.<br />
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<p><b>Find it:</b> <a href="https://well.ca/searchresult.html?keyword=bella+band" target="blank">BellaBand </a>, $40.</p>
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- <h1>Pearhead Baby Book</h1><br />
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<p><b>Why she needs it: </b>One of the nicest baby books available, there’s plenty of space to record <a href="http://www.canadianfamily.ca/activities/crafts/origami-family-tree-project/" target="_blank">family trees</a> and all of the important <a href="http://www.canadianfamily.ca/milestones0-1/" target="_blank">milestones</a> that make up Baby’s first few years. Acid-free paper give it heirloom quality and it comes with photo corners that actually keep pictures in place. Gifting it in advance of Baby’s arrival will give her the chance to get a head start. <br />
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<p><b>Find it:</b> <a href="https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/baby/gifts/pearhead-chevron-baby-book-grey/698904351184-item.html?ikwsec=Baby&ikwidx=3" target="blank">Pearhead Baby Books</a>, from $30.</p>
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- <h1>Belly Buds Pregnancy Bellyphones </h1><br />
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<p><b>Why she needs it: </b>Mama can play music or pre-recorded messages from loved ones for her baby in utero. While there are all sorts of claims about the positive effects for baby, it also helps carve out special time to connect and just relax after a long day. <br />
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<p><b>Find it:</b> <a href="https://www.bedbathandbeyond.ca/store/product/bellybuds-reg-by-wavhello-baby-bump-sound-system/3243510" target="blank">Bed Bath and Beyond</a>, $50.</p>
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- <h1>Bamboo Belly Bandit</h1><br />
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<p><b>Why she needs it: </b>Safe for women who’ve had C-sections, too, because the bamboo is so soft, this compression band is a miracle worker. Worn 24/7 for about six weeks after giving birth, it helps shrink the postpartum tummy–fast. <br />
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<p><b>Find it:</b> <a href="http://www.babyjoy.ca/product-p/bb530004.htm" target="blank">Bamboo Belly Bandit</a>, $87.</p>
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- <h1>WaySpa.com Gift Certificate </h1><br />
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<p><b>Why she needs it: </b>Giving the gift of a spa treatment is just about one of the most thoughtful things you could do for an expectant mother. But knowing whether she loves someone painting her toes or giving her a rub-down might be tough, so WaySpa gift certificates let the recipient choose her spa treatment in locations across the country. <br />
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<p><b>Find it:</b> <a href="http://www.wayspa.com/" target="blank">WaySpa.com Gift Certificate </a><br />
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- <h1>Body Pillow</h1><br />
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<p><b>Why she needs it: </b>This horse-shoe shaped body pillow with inner contours caresses your body's natural curves. It provides equal support for back and tummy, and you don't have to reposition it, just turn yourself from side to side. </p><br />
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<p><b>Find it:</b> <a href="https://www.bedbathandbeyond.ca/1/1/44987-leachco-back-n-belly-chic-contoured-body-pillow-ivory.html" target="blank">Bed Bath and Beyond</a>, $100.</p>
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- <h1>Parenting Is Easy: You're Probably Just Doing It Wrong</h1><br />
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<p><b>Why she needs it: </b>Give her the gift of humour when she needs it most...every single day for the next (at least) 21 years. </p><br />
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<p><i>Available at</i>: <a href="https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/parenting-is-easy-youre-probably/9780761185659-item.html?" target="_blank">Chapters-Indigo</a>,<br />
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- <h1>Inspirational Jewelry</h1><br />
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<p><b>Why she needs it: </b>To remind her to take it easy. Simple, elegant bracelets with a touch of delicate polish and an uplifting message for any new mom, reminding her to take it slow.</p><br />
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<p><i>Available at</i>: <a href="http://www.mantraband.com/collections" target="_blank">Mantra Band</a, from $25USD + $10 shipping.</p>
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- <h1>Date Night In</h1><br />
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<p><b>Why she needs it:</b>Give a-soon-to-be-new mom what she really needs, time alone (or with her partner)! Put together a basket that ensures a perfect night in (after putting baby to bed. Include candles, gourmet pasta sauce, some cheeses, cured meats, wine or champagne and of course chocolates and massage oil. You could also include babysitting if she really wants a whole night off. Price will vary, depending on what you include.</p><br />
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- <h1>Give Her Peace of Mind</h1><br />
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<p><b>Why She Needs It:</b> A home monitoring system that is easy to use and compatible with Apple HomeKit? Yes please. Moms can see their homes while on the go on their iPhones, iPads, and more. When activity is detected, users will receive a notification on their lock screen, delivered via the Apple Home app, showing a live feed from the camera. Users can even access their Omna remotely to see what’s happening in their home in real time.</p><br />
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<p><i>Available at</i>: <a href="https://www.apple.com/ca/shop/product/HKXW2VC/A/d-link-omna-180-cam-hd-camera?fnode=85adc26ec1d65f3eebc7e5b2d49c75e5eac4a556377d2104f10e8318bfcf2384d882e56158e0dcbbf5e96cdc10dfb3e8a187f1481faefba1f0d1ebfbde96a041a8e64dd07b987196b0dcfb05e03dd714d46667a65727cc38ec915a819318ea2e" target="_blank">Apple</a>, $265.</p>
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