Mother’s Day Gift Guide: The Best Travel Gear For New Moms

Having a baby means mom has a new travel companion – one that’s cute but pretty high maintenance. Because she doesn’t want to stop taking trips, anything you can do to make traveling easier for her will truly be a gift.

Here are some products that will solve many of her travel concerns, whether she’s worried about how she’s actually going to get baby to and from a new destination, how she’s going to watch them during the night or how she’s going to be able to keep pumping. She’ll be so appreciative, she may buy you a ticket, too.

Doona SensAlert Child Car Seat Alert Solution

The only product of its kind, this car seat alert solution ensures that a child is never left unattended in the car. Compatible with most car seats and boosters, it detects the child’s presence and triggers an alert when the caregiver has moved away from the car, leaving the child on board. Powered by the Doona app, it uses a cloud-based system to call and send messages so it works even without wifi or a strong phone signal. A lifesaving tool to makes sure children are not accidentally forgotten in the back seat of a car, this is a must-have for all parents. Price: $99

Nanit Pro Camera

New parents swear by this award-winning baby monitor that will give mom peace of mind so she can sleep better – and rest assured that baby is fine – anywhere. Thanks to its Flex Stand, the portable camera can be set up wherever she is and she can watch baby on the Nanit app via the picture in picture option that lets her multi-task on her phone while still keeping her little one in sight. The Nanit Pro features two way audio and a built-in sound machine and nightlight but, most importantly, it provides sound and motion alerts and a wearable band so she knows baby is breathing. And that gift is priceless. Price: $199

Doona Car Seat & Stroller

Boasting all the bells and whistles a mom would wish for, Doona is kind of the Rolls Royce of baby products. Billed as “the world’s first complete and fully integrated travel system,” it transforms from car seat to stroller with the click of a button, eliminating the need to carry two cumbersome items. Built for families on the go, it meets the highest safety standards, providing side impact protection, a five point harness and fail safe mechanisms to prevent accidents. Available in seven gorgeous colors, it’s sleek and sophisticated and the perfect combination of style and substance. Price: $550

Mila’s Keeper The Duo Gift Set

The gift for breastfeeding moms, this set is a godsend. It comes with everything she needs to pump anywhere: two double-walled stainless steel insulated coolers to keep breast milk safe for 20 hours, two storage bottles and two ice packs. They’re as easy to carry along as her water bottle and are available in a variety of lovely colors and prints. Price: $130

Dagne Dover Indi Diaper Backpack

Mom is likely a fan of Dagne Dover already so she’ll be very excited to get a cool-looking diaper bag to match. Made of their signature Neoprene and lined with fabric crafted from recycled plastic bottles, the backpack is generously sized for diapers, bottles, wipes and all of baby’s necessities. It has two leashes – one for keys, one for an extra pacifier – and comes with a changing pad, stroller clips and a water-resistant, washable zipper bag. Best of all, it’s so good-looking, Dad will happily volunteer to carry it. Price: $215

Lalabu Soothe Shirt

Hands-free takes on a whole new meaning with this simple shirt that borrows a tip from kangaroo moms and features a pouch for baby. Sturdy and cozy, it holds newborns up to 15 pounds and features a pouch extender to grow with her baby. The shirt also includes a built-in nursing bra and an inner mesh panel to keep baby’s temperature just right. This is a game-changer for getting mom through the airport. Price: $71.95

MAM Easy Start Anti-Colic Bottles

The right bottles can make all the difference in how well babies eat – which affects how well they travel. With more than 14,440 five star Amazon reviews, these are definitely the right bottles. Thanks to a vented base design that releases liquid slowly, they eliminate bubbles that cause gas, reducing colic symptoms in 80% of babies. The elongated nipple also makes it easy for babies to switch between breastfeeding and bottles, taking the pressure off mom. Price: $13.45 for a two pack

Norani Snugababe Sleep Pod

Swaddling has been scientifically proven to help babies sleep better – something that becomes even more important when you’re traveling with them. Proper swaddling can be tricky, though, so Norani has done all the hard work for her and created an easy to use sleep pod with unique arm inserts and Velcro fasteners. It even has a zipper so babies don’t have to be unswaddled for diaper changes. It comes in half a dozen cute patterns including this dreamy “On Cloud Nine” and the très magnifique “One Day in Paris.” Price: $30

Etta Loves Sensory Hanging Squares

It can be challenging to keep a baby entertained while traveling but these squares are perfect for piquing little ones’ interest. Designed with experts to support babies’ visual development, the three fabric squares are made from 100% GOTS Certified organic cotton with recycled polyester. They’re all reversible, with one side appropriate for babies 0-4 months and the other for babies 5 months and older. The squares come with rings so you can attach them to a car seat or stroller to give babies something exciting for them to look at while you’re sightseeing. Price: $29

Lulu Bebé Monaco Diaper Bag

This bag is so beautiful, you’d never guess it was designed to hold diapers and other baby gear. Made of stain resistant vegan leather, it comes in seven sophisticated colors and can be worn over the shoulder or as a backpack. It features nine pockets so she organize everything her way and it’s lined in luxurious – and wipeable – satin fabric. Price: $189