"Best Gifts for New Moms, According to a New Mom."
Lend a helping hand with these thoughtful ideas.

Life postpartum is bound to be different for everyone. But one aspect that rings true for most is that the foray into motherhood involves a wave of mental, physical, and emotional—let’s call it like it is—trials. So it should go without saying that showering a new mom with extra TLC is highly encouraged, regardless of the time of year. 

There are many ways to show your love and appreciation. Pitching in with meals, laundry, and everything else there is to do in the fourth trimester (the intense 12 weeks following birth) is a solid start, especially for those who don’t have the luxury of taking parental leave. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in March 2021, only 23 percent of workers had access to paid family leave, while 89 percent had access to unpaid family leave. 

To better understand how to help, I went straight to a source: new mom and CR senior reporter Angela Lashbrook.

In addition to her firsthand experience, Lashbrook has also reported extensively on child care and safety topics, including the ins and outs of choosing prenatal vitamins, finding the best breast pumps and diapers, and the efficacy of anti-choking devices for babies.

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https://www.consumerreports.org/money/gift-giving/best-gifts-for-new-moms-a1745349623/

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