These days, many moms will head back to work once their maternity leave period has ended. But you can still celebrate the arrival of their new baby with a special gift the family will cherish.

Finding the perfect present can be a time-consuming business, so we’ve done all the legwork for you by searching for the very best gifts for working moms.

Check out our list of 50+ great gift ideas for a mom who has a job to do, as well as a family to raise!

Practical Gifts for Working Moms

When you work and raise a family, every minute of your day is precious!

Here are a few practical gift ideas that will help a working mom save valuable time and make her life run more smoothly.

Tile Mate Key and Phone Finder

Working moms have so many things to think about every day, so there’s nothing more annoying than misplacing a set of keys, a phone, or a wallet.

This clever gadget ensures that mom will never have these problems again! Simply attach a tracker to any essential item that’s prone to get lost, and launch the Tile app to locate items.

If the phone is set on silent, no problem! The Tile Mate can ring the device, even when it’s set on silent mode.

Instant Pot DUO60

Feeding a growing family is never easy, especially for a working mom.

The Instant Pot Programmable Pressure Cooker is a brilliant kitchen gadget that’s efficient and versatile. The cooker has a control panel feature that has 14 incorporated smart programs, including pressure cook, multigrain, rice, and more.

The cooker comes complete with a range of handy accessories, including a rice paddle, stainless steel stem rack, soup spoon, and measuring cup. It’s also compatible with Amazon Alexa.

Wipe Warmer and Baby Wet Wipes Dispenser | Holder | Case with Changing Light

Even when mom has a day job, she will still need to deal with late-night diaper changes.

Every mom knows that applying a cold baby wipe to a newborn’s skin can result in a meltdown! However, warm wipes have a soothing, calming effect that can help late-night changes go smoothly.

This universal wipe warmer with its top-heated design helps to ensure that the wipes in the upper portion of the box stay warm and ready for use without becoming dry and hard. With a nightlight incorporated into the design, mom won’t disturb her baby with bright lights during a nighttime change.

Contigo Travel Mugs

If mom has to grab a coffee on the go, she needs a high-quality travel mug that will keep her brew nice and hot during the office commute.

The Contigo Autoseal travel mug is designed to fit the cup holder of most vehicles. The 16-ounce mug is made from high-grade, brushed stainless steel and comes in a wide range of beautiful colors.

The mug is vacuum-insulated so that drinks stay hot or cold without creating condensation.

The mug seals automatically between each sip, preventing annoying spills.

Fitbit Charge 5

This low-profile tracker is the perfect fit for the health-oriented working mom in your life.

With a variety of metrics, such as Sleep, Stress Management, and Daily Readiness scores, mom can get a more complete picture of her health. She can track workouts as well as discover how everyday routines affect her body.

The 7-day battery life also reduces the hassle of having another device to plug in daily. The Fitbit allows mom to take charge of your health from multiple aspects.

Bluetooth Beanie Hat

If mom loves to jog or hike during the chilly winter weather, this Bluetooth beanie hat will enable her to listen to her favorite tunes or work-related podcasts while on the go.

The cozy knit winter hat is fitted with a microphone and stereo speakers that provide superb sound quality and excellent battery life of up to 20 hours. The device supports V4.2 Bluetooth technology and associated devices.

Mom can hand-wash the beanie hat in cold water, following the manufacturer’s directions.

Nine West Women’s NW/1922 Mesh Bracelet Watch

Working moms always have one eye on the clock, and this stylish, practical watch makes the perfect gift for any mom who needs to keep track of time.

The watch has a branded champagne sunray style dial with three-hand movement and is crafted in an attractive gold tone that perfectly complements any outfit.

Boasting unrivaled accuracy, the old-school analog display, quartz movement, and retro mesh bracelet make this watch a fantastic gift option.

Arae Case For iPhone

This specially designed iPhone case is a practical gift that every mom will love!

The case fits the iPhone 13 Pro Max, giving quick, easy access to the speaker, camera, and all buttons on the phone. For the ultimate convenience, the phone can be charged without having to remove the case first.

The slim, folio wallet design enables mom to carry her phone in her bag without taking up too much space while keeping the phone fully protected from damage or scratching while in transit.

With a huge range of colors to choose from, this smart, faux-skin phone case makes a wonderful gift for any working mom.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Phone Case

For working moms who prefer Android phones, Casely has them covered.

This unique case fits the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and provides high-quality protection. Made with military-grade materials, the case offers up to 8 feet of drop protection and has slip-resistant side grips to prevent a drop in the first place.

Chose from several fun designs that will make mom smile every time she pulls out her phone.

Garmin Lily

A working mom has her schedule down to the minute and this sleek smartwatch keeps her stylish and on time.

Unlike many smart or fitness watches out there, the Garmin Lily brings a feminine aesthetic with a smaller display and more delicate design. It doesn’t have GPS, but it still boasts many of the great features of smartwatches, such as heart rate monitoring, body battery, stress tracking, texting, and more.

Invicta Women’s Mako Pro Diver Quartz 8942

This classy timepiece boasts high-quality dive watch technology with a nod to the classic nautical watches of yesteryear.

The attractive two-tone design, analog display, Japanese quartz movement, and anti-reflective mineral crystal dial window make this a durable, watch that will be the perfect gift for any busy mom.

Toddler-proof and sturdy while retaining an elegant look that’s ideal for the workplace, this watch is also suitable for recreational scuba diving up to 100 meters!

Breastfeeding Cover Infinity Scarf

Many organizations are keen to embrace families as part of their workforce, especially new moms who are returning to work. A breastfeeding mom will welcome a gift that allows her to nurse her child in private, anywhere.

This infinity scarf is made from jersey material, making it lightweight and breathable. It is also very gentle on babies’ skin, being AZO and phthalates free.

It can be worn in several ways, making it a trendy accessory to complement mom’s work attire.

Hatch Restore Sound Machine and Smart Light

Working moms need their sleep to stay fresh and focused at work and home.

This clock is more than just a sound machine. It offers a personalized sleep-wake routine with lights and sounds to help mama fall asleep and stay asleep.

She can wind down for bed with the meditations, sleep stories, or soundscapes that are included in the membership.

The sunrise alarm clock casts a glowing light that mimics the sunrise, promoting natural waking, which supports healthy cortisol levels. This alarm clock will help mom have a bright start to her day feeling fully refreshed.

Adjustable Mobile Standing Desk

If mom works at home, she’s sure to appreciate this standing desk.

Standing up while working can leave you feeling more energized and also relieves back pain. This standing desk saves on space and is adaptable to different heights, allowing the working mom in your life the flexibility to use this in several capacities.

It is also on wheels, so the desk can be tucked away if needed.

Wyze Cam V3 Baby Monitor

This smart home camera doubles as an affordable baby monitor, letting mom check in on her family from her phone anytime.

The two-way audio allows her to stay connected, so she can have a conversation during her lunch break. The Starlight Sensor brings her sleeping baby in full color so she won’t feel so far away, even if she has to leave town for a work trip.

A monitor can bring working moms peace of mind, so they can stay focused on their work.

Nanit Pro Baby Monitor

This smart baby monitor makes watching over a newborn a breeze, allowing mom to keep an eye on her baby’s breathing, even when she’s working in her home office.

The monitor streams live video straight to mom’s phone, providing color pictures throughout the day, and features a night-vision system too. Also, there’s an external thermometer and humidity sensor, sound and motion alerts, and a two-way talk system, so mom doesn’t need to worry about her infant while she’s out.

The monitor also tracks the baby’s growth and sleep, offers personalized sleep coaching, and has a “scrapbook” of memories so mom won’t miss a moment.

Hatch Rest+ Baby Rest Sound Machine

Everyone sleeps better when the baby sleeps and working moms know this best.

Another gadget that can buy a working mom an invaluable good night’s rest is the Hatch Baby Rest Sound Machine.

This machine has a nightlight and sound machine that mom can control remotely via her mobile phone. If your working mom has older kids, this is a great gift idea too, thanks to the time-to-rise setting that gets everyone up for school.

BLACK+DECKER DCM18S Brew ‘n’ Go Personal Coffeemaker

A working mom will appreciate this practical, single-serve drip coffeemaker.

The coffeemaker brews straight into the travel mug that’s included. No paper filters are required, as the unit has a permanent metal grounds filter.

Mom can use her favorite coffee grounds, and the machine also works with soft coffee pods.

This super-compact coffeemaker is ideal for a small office or kitchen. For safety, the unit has an auto-shutoff feature.

12-Month Undated Coiled Life Planner

Every busy working mom needs a planner to help her to keep track of everything that’s happening in her life.

The 12-month Life Planner is perfect for every busy working mom. There’s space for notes and a choice of cover design, space to add an inspiring quote, and mom’s name.

It also comes with stickers to add flair to her schedule. The planner is also undated, allowing her to start her schedule at any time of the year.

Paper House planners come in 12 and 18-month formats.

Mommy’s Sippy Cup Wine Glass Gift Tumbler

For something a little different that’s a practical gift, this engraved sippy cup is a fantastic option.

In the form of a stemless wine glass, this classy tumbler is made using top-grade, corrosion-proof, powder-coated stainless steel. You can also choose from 12 stunning colors.

The tumbler is cleverly designed with double-wall vacuum insulation that keeps hot drinks hot for up to 12 hours and cold drinks perfectly chilled for up to 48 hours. There’s no condensation problem, so mom doesn’t have to worry about unsightly rings on her countertops.

This gorgeous travel coffee tumbler is durable and practical, making it the ideal gift for a busy working mom.

Amazon.com eGift Card

If you’re in a quandary about what gift to buy, an Amazon.com eGift card is the perfect solution to your dilemma.

The gift card never expires and enables mom to choose exactly what she needs from the huge range of products on Amazon.com. Also, the gift card can be used to purchase groceries through Amazon Fresh.

It’s a win-win!

Home-it Bed Tray Table

This neat tray table can carry mom’s laptop and a cup of coffee so she can catch up on a few work emails while relaxing in bed once the house is quiet.

The table is made from sturdy, wipe-clean bamboo material, and it has folding legs and handles for easy portability.

Zojirushi BB-CEC20 Home Bakery Supreme 2-Pound-Loaf Breadmaker, Black

Nothing smells more welcoming than the delicious aroma of freshly baked bread. But not many working moms have the time to spend baking loaves.

So, this high-quality bread-making machine is the perfect solution!

With this bread maker, mom can make bread, jam, cakes, and even meatloaf. This fully programmable machine has a 13-hour delay timer, enabling mom to set the machine to produce fresh-baked bread ready for the whole family in the morning or when everyone arrives home from work or school at the end of the day.

The non-stick coated baking pan is quick and easy to clean and can be safely put in the dishwasher too. For safety, the bread machine features an auto shut-off system and there’s a ten-minute backup in case of a power failure.

BLACK+DECKER Rice Cooker

Rice dishes are healthy and satisfying for all the family. A working mom will love the convenience that this rice cooker provides.

The unit can be programmed to keep the rice warm until the family is ready to eat, and it can also be used to prepare soups, stews, and even oatmeal porridge for a hearty breakfast.

The non-stick bowl and tempered glass lid are dishwasher-safe, and the rice cooker comes complete with a plastic serving spoon and measuring cup.

Keepsakes And Tokens Of Love

In the hurly-burly of a busy life, it’s easy to overlook just how much a working mom does for her family. That’s why we’ve found these gorgeous keepsakes that are perfect as special gifts in recognition of everything mom does.

Sterling Silver Infinity Knot Ring

Every mom will love this beautiful infinity knot ring.

The band is hand-crafted from pure 925 sterling silver and contains pretty inset cubic zirconia stones in the birthstone color of your choice.

Personalized Let’s Celebrate Necklace

For a stunning keepsake that any mom will love, look no further than this fully personalized pendant necklace.

There’s plenty of space for the names of all mom’s kids to be engraved on the necklace, which comes complete with a beautiful chain in the style and length of your choice. You can also choose between box links or flat links for the necklace chain.

Pearhead Babyprints Newborn Baby Handprint And Footprint Photo Frame Kit

This handprint and footprint kit captures images of baby hands and feet, creating a perfect perpetual keepsake for the whole family to treasure.

The kit comprises a hand-finished white wooden photo frame that takes a baby’s handprint and footprint, together with a 4” x 6” photo of the little one. The frame is fitted with a hanger for wall display.

The ink pads included with the kit are 100% safe for use with babies and can be used twice so that mom can make extra prints if desired.

Precious Moments 162426 Baby Elephant Bank Ceramic Figurine

Every new baby should have a piggy bank, and this cute ceramic elephant bank is a lovely gift that mom will adore.

Thumbprint Necklace

If mom loves unusual, luxury jewelry, we know she’d just love this stunning gold-plated pendant.

This gorgeous pendant features a baby’s fingerprint and a custom engraved message in your handwriting.

Pampering Gifts Just for Mom

Being a mom is hard work at the best of times but holding down a job makes the task even more challenging.

So, every hardworking mom will enjoy a little me-time and pampering. The gift suggestions in this section will ensure that mom feels extra-special and super-relaxed at the same time.

Royal Craft Wood Luxury Bathtub Caddy Tray

The bathtub is the perfect relaxation zone where mom can enjoy some peace after a busy day.

This luxury bathtub caddy tray has plenty of space for a smartphone, tablet, drinking glass, a candle, and some scented soap too.

The bamboo tray is water-resistant and anti-microbial and is designed to fit most single and double bathtubs. Silicone grips ensure that the tray won’t slide around, keeping everything securely in place.

Vivitest 250mL Ceramic Essential Oil Diffusers For Aromatherapy

Sometimes it can be difficult to wind down at the end of a busy day. This essential oil diffuser promotes restful sleep and relieves stress.

The elegant design of the diffuser with its attractive handcrafted ceramic cover and wood base makes a perfect addition to any home décor scheme. It offers soothing low light that won’t distract from the ambiance and whisper quiet operation.

The multi-purpose humidifier and aromatherapy diffuser unit can be set to run continuously for up to six hours, creating the perfect ambiance for a chilled-out, stress-relieving vibe in a busy household.

Verilux HappyLight Compact Personal, Portable Light Therapy Energy Lamp

Working all day and managing the pressure of family life can impact on mom’s mood. That’s where this light comes in!

HappyLights are proven to combat sleeping problems and relieve conditions such as anxiety by providing a gentle UV light, just like sunshine.

Texas Roadhouse Gift Card

Catering for a growing family is tough, especially when mom is out at work during the day. But dining out or eating take-out meals is not always an option with a tight budget.

So, a gift card that treats mom and her family to dinner makes the perfect gift. This gift card can be used at any of the 350+ Texas Roadhouse outlets in the country.

Shiatsu Neck Back Massager Pillow with Heat

Back and shoulder pain is common and can be caused by stress. So, why not give mom a gift that will relieve these issues?

The Shiatsu Neck and Back Massager Pillow provide a relaxing massage, easing aches and pains, and promotes excellent blood circulation. Add heat, and the effect is pure bliss!

The massager pillow has a corded hand control feature so mom can use the unit at home, in the car, or in the office

BEDSURE Sherpa Fleece Blanket Throw

A home office can get chilly, especially during the winter months when mom is focused and sitting still for long periods. This cozy fleece blanket throw solves that problem!

This high-quality, super-warm fleece throw comes in a wide range of colors and patterns that will suit any interior décor scheme.

Essential Oil Diffuser Bracelet

A hardworking mom will benefit from the relaxing and calming effects of essential oils that are contained within this cleverly designed diffuser bracelet.

The bracelet also contains a magnet and comes with eight different colored pads, enabling mom to ring the changes to match her outfit too. The locket that holds the aromatherapy pad is crafted from durable stainless steel that won’t stain mom’s skin and doesn’t tarnish.

Gift Box For Mom

Pampering is not just about a relaxing bath and a glass of mom’s preferred drink! This beautifully presented gift box contains lots more.

Inside the box, mom will find a deliciously scented therapy candle, a full-color mug, a gorgeous sterling silver pendant necklace, a pair of cozy socks complete with jolly motifs, and more!

Westinghouse Electric Heated Throw

When it’s time to kick back and relax at the end of the day, this heated throw is the perfect companion on chilly nights.

This electric throw has six warming settings and is super-soft. With an auto-shutoff safety feature, this luxury throw can be machine-washed and dried for convenience too.

InstaNatural Vitamin C Serum with Hyaluronic Acid & Vitamin E

Every mom likes to look her best, and that’s no easy task with a home to run and a job to hold down.

This serum is a wonderful product that’s sure to make mom smile. The serum is super-gentle but extremely effective, which fights wrinkles, clogged pores, sun spots, dark spots, blemishes, hyperpigmentation, and more.

The mega-dose of hyaluronic acid works to plump and hydrate the skin, revealing a more radiant complexion and smoother skin. Mom can use the serum under her regular makeup too.

Packed with natural botanical ingredients and Vitamin C, this is a fabulous-in-one beauty product that is a wonderful gift.

Nest Reed Diffuser

This attractive reed diffuser set can sit elegantly on mom’s desk at work, imbuing her office with relaxing, aromatherapy scents.

Unlike a scented candle, this reed diffuser lasts for ages and can be used safely anywhere.

HanZá 8 Bath Bombs Gift Set

At the end of a busy day, there’s nothing quite as relaxing as a soak in the bath, surrounded by clouds of fragrant steam.

This premium quality bath bomb set is made in the USA, using natural, organic ingredients, and contains no artificial coloring or dyes that might stain the tub or mom’s skin. The bath bombs are vegan-friendly and the gift set looks gorgeous when put out on display too.

Ingredients used to make the bath bombs include Shea Butter, clays, and essential oils.

Sephora Gift Card

Sephora offers a huge and diverse selection of luxury beauty products in their nationwide stores and online. With this gift card, mom will have access to over 13,000 products and over0 brands.

This gift card can be redeemed in any Sephora store and online.

Books For Working Moms

If the working mom in your life enjoys reading during her spare moments, a book might make a great gift. We’ve flicked through the pages of a couple of great books for mom that she’ll enjoy.

Mom Life: A Snarky Adult Coloring Book

One surefire way to relax is by unleashing your artistic streak on the pages of an adult coloring book.

Mom will love the humorous pictures in this book that perfectly reflect the highs and lows of being a mother. Pair your gift with a set of crayons or pencils, and mom can get started right away.

The Sh!t No One Tells You About Baby #2: A Guide To Surviving Your Growing Family

For working moms with a sense of humor, this book is guaranteed to raise a smile or two.

This rib-tickling look at how family life changes when the second child arrives is sure to resonate with working moms who are juggling family life and a job too.

Work. Pump.

Repeat: The New Mom’s Survival Guide to Breastfeeding And Going Back to Work

This award-winning, must-read volume takes a slanted look at the struggle that many moms are faced with when returning to work and breastfeeding a new baby.

This is a practical guide that’s chock-full of sound advice for breastfeeding moms who are still working. Written with candid humor, this book is sure to make any working mom smile.

The Mompowerment Guide To Work-Life Balance: Insights From Working Moms On Balancing Career And Family

Mom may have had a picture in her head of what her work-life balance would look like before the kids arrived. However, real life is not like that!

The Mompowerment Guide to Work-life Balance provides research and tips, insights, and advice from over 100 professional working moms to help moms shift from feeling overwhelmed to being in control and efficient at work.

Whether the reader has been a working mom for many years or she’s new to the world of work and baby-raising, this book is sure to help her adjust her life balance so that she enjoys the best of both worlds.

Girl, Wash Your Face: Stop Believing The Lies About Who You Are So You Can Become Who You Were Meant To Be

In this New York Times best-seller, author, entrepreneur, and mom Rachel Hollis explores the 20 lies and misconceptions that often hold women back and prevent them from living a productive, joyful life.

Packed with humor and painful honesty, the author examines the myths that once left her feeling overwhelmed, revealing the practical strategies that all working moms must know to get past these issues.

By the time mom has read this book, she’ll be able to live her life without giving up on her goals, despite the pressures of working motherhood.

Breathe, Mama, Breathe: 5-Minute Mindfulness For Busy Moms

Busy working moms will love this book by psychotherapist, Shonda Moralis. In the book, the author extols the benefits of daily meditation sessions and explains how anyone can do it.

Also, mom will find over 60 “mindful breaks” that will help her become attuned to her wellbeing.

Tilt: 7 Solutions To Be A Guilt-Free Working Mom

Tilt is written by a working mother of four and is packed with advice and tips to help working moms navigate the tricky waters of parenting and holding down a job at the same time.

The wisdom of more than 80 working mothers shows just how every mom can grow and flourish through their journey, finding success and happiness along the way. A good work-life balance is possible, and this book shows the reader how she can achieve it.

Chicken Soup For The Working Mom’s Soul: Humor And Inspiration For Moms Who Juggle It All

Your friend might work from home or an office, or she could be a stay-at-home mom. Whatever, her circumstances, this book is perfect for the working mom in your life.

The book is packed with heartwarming stories from women who are struggling day in and day out to balance their families with their careers. This book shows the reader that it’s okay not to be supermom all of the time.

Mom is sure to enjoy this read and will take inspiration from the sage advice within its pages.

Kick Some Glass: 10 Ways Women Succeed At Work On Their Own Terms

Many working moms find balancing a career and raising a family is a huge challenge, and sometimes, that’s not helped by the attitudes of others in the working world.

This guide smashes the rules, enabling motivated working moms everywhere to stop following the herd and take charge of their success. For a comprehensive guide on how to break through the glass ceiling, look no further than this inspiring book.

FAQ

Q: What do you get a mom boss?

A: The mom boss in your life is a rockstar at her job, but those long hours can take a toll.

Getting her something to help her relax at home might be the ticket, such as a cozy blanket or bubble bath balls.

A baby cam, like the Wyze Cam 3, that lets her see her baby from afar or discretely peek in on the slumbering baby when she gets home late from work. The Nanit Pro compiles highlights in a scrapbook, which is an extra special keepsake for mom.

Q: What do you get a busy new mom to help them save time?

A: Meals can be hectic whether she’s a new mom or an old pro.

An instant pot can streamline her cooking so she can still serve up tasty, healthy meals. Or, a gift card to a meal service or her favorite restaurant can go a long way.

Q: What do you get working moms to help them multitask?

A: For the multitasking mom, a great gift is something to keep her organized.

A special planner or smartwatch might help her stay on task so she has more time to spend with the ones she loves.

Final Thoughts

When it comes to finding the perfect gift for a working mom, there’s so much to choose from!

That’s why we’ve split our list of ideas into separate sections so that you can quickly find your perfect gift. A busy working mom is sure to appreciate that her friend or relative took the time to choose the perfect gift for her.

So, get browsing through our suggestions, and click on the handy in-text links to place your order!