At Not Another Onesie, we’re passionate about making postpartum support visible, valued, and easy to gift. We believe new mothers don’t need more baby gear, they need nourishment, support, and care.
The postpartum period, those crucial weeks and months after birth, is often more overwhelming than expected. Between sleep deprivation, physical recovery, emotional changes, and identity shifts, mothers are navigating a whole new world. That’s why we encourage friends and family to consider giving supportive services not just for baby showers, but at any time during those early months after the baby arrives.
Offering postnatal care and support can ease stress, reduce burnout, and strengthen the family’s wellbeing from day one. It’s a simple but powerful way to say, “I see you, Mama, and you matter as much as your beautiful babe”.
The right kind of support during the early weeks of motherhood can have a long-lasting impact. Gifting mother-focused services is invaluable when:
A group of friends or colleagues want to contribute to a meaningful gift
Family members live far away and want to offer real help
The new parents already have the baby essentials covered
When you give a gift that centres on the mother’s needs, whether emotional, physical, or practical, you’re helping to build a solid foundation for recovery and connection. These gifts work beautifully for baby showers, postpartum milestones, or simply as a gesture of support when things feel overwhelming.
A steady flow of nourishing meals is one of the most helpful gifts you can give. It supports healing, boosts energy, and saves time. Suppose you’re unsure about preferences, a meal delivery voucher such as this or this one gives the mum full choice. This is often one of the most-loved gifts we hear about at Not Another Onesie!
Hiring a cleaning service (a voucher works brilliantly for this) helps alleviate the pressure of daily chores, allowing parents to rest and bond with their baby.
For families without nearby support, or even those who have it but need more hands-on care, a postpartum doula offers emotional, physical, and practical support in the home. This kind of specialised care can be a true game-changer. What about a doula for a day? What an incredible gift that would be!
A gift card to a local mother’s group, circle, or supportive community gathering can help a new mum build friendships and feel less alone during this huge life transition.
If the new mum is navigating breastfeeding or bottle feeding challenges, a session with a lactation consultant can make a world of difference. Similarly, a sleep specialist can help the whole family find more rest with developmentally appropriate guidance.
Help mums gently return to safe movement with a mums & bubs Pilates class, a postnatal exercise program, or a session with a women’s health physio. These services support physical healing and rebuild strength and confidence.
A postnatal massage or a visit to a multidisciplinary wellness centre that offers various treatments to soothe and heal, as well as deep restoration, relaxation, and a moment to reconnect with self, something many mothers deeply crave.
Safety is a massive source of anxiety for new parents. A voucher for a baby first aid course can be an incredibly empowering and practical gift, offering peace of mind during those early, unsure months.
Those early weeks can be a blur, so gifting a beautiful photo session to capture the raw, messy, emotional beauty of postpartum is priceless. These photos often become cherished memories that remind mums of just how far they’ve come.
When it comes to more personal services, especially those requiring a good fit between practitioner and client, it’s a great idea to direct the mum to Not Another Onesie.
There, she can:
Explore a curated directory of postpartum support providers
Save her favourites
Share her ideal service list with you
This way, your gift is both meaningful and aligned with what she truly needs.
Our NAO The Motherhood Store is filled with the very best supportive gifts and resources.
When you choose support-based gifts over baby items, you’re sending a message that mum matters too. You’re helping her feel seen, supported, and truly cared for, and that has a ripple effect on her baby, her family, and her recovery.
So next time you’re wondering what to buy for a baby shower, a newborn arrival, or a birth celebration, consider giving something that supports the mother.
Because when we nurture the mum, we nurture the whole family, and there’s no better gift than that.
We are Louise Barton + Elisha Wildblood. We’re two Sydney based mamas with a total of seven children between us! We know first hand how huge the adjustment to motherhood is, whether it’s your first time or you’re adding one to the crew – it’s a lot.
We created Not Another Onesie to make it easier for you to get all the support you need. We understand that it’s support you need and not more stuff. Let’s schedule a chat to help to build your postpartum village. Grab a cuppa and talk it out with us.
We have cherry picked the most useful resources for you, so that you don’t have to waste precious hours searching.
Article - Fiona Maria (Sing High Sing Low)
I started Sing High Sing Low to create spaces where women of all life stages could connect, unwind, and experience the joy of shared song. The work I do is inspired by the beautiful model developed by Singing Mamas in the UK, which has been recognised by the World Health Organization for its positive impact on perinatal mental health and maternal wellbeing.
Article - Shaily Nadav (Kavanah Care)
In our ongoing series spotlighting the incredible services in our Not Another Onesie village, we spoke with the heart and hands behind Kavanah Care, a wellness sanctuary offering postpartum support and bodywork that feels like a warm exhale for mothers in their most tender chapter.
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Hello, my name is Leonie. I’m a mum, wife and an empathetic full spectrum Doula, with a focus on Pregnancy Loss. My family and I live in the Northern Beaches. I love nature, friends, animals and volunteering in the community.
After my own experience with loss, I’m passionate to help other bereaved parents. As a ‘loss’ Doula and peer, I offer reassurance, support and resources. I’m here to walk alongside you, holding space with empathy and understanding, during this difficult time. Aiming to assist you and your loved ones in having the most meaningful and peaceful transition possible. Whether that is the first or last breath, and sadly sometimes both.
Natalie is a childbirth educator and massage therapist who has a particular interest in the role of stress and anxiety during preconception, pregnancy and postpartum. She runs private and group Hypnobirth classes in Mona Vale and offers preconception/fertility and postpartum massage. Natalie is passionate about helping women and their partners regulate their nervous systems in preparation for birth no matter what turn it may take. Natalie is also trained in OMP, acupressure and rebozo techniques. She also runs a pregnancy loss support group and has completed studies in Birth Trauma and offers one-on-one birth debriefs to couples needing additional support.
We have cherry picked the most useful resources for your fourth trimester so that you don't have to waste precious hours searching.
Article - Elise Clement (Psychotherapy & Coaching)
Managing emotions as a new mother can be tough. This post shares simple tips to help you process feelings, set boundaries, and support your well-being. Early motherhood is an emotional rollercoaster. This post shares practical tips to help you process feelings and nurture your well-being.
Article - Louise Barton + Elisha Wildblood (Not Another Onesie)
The truth is, most mums aren’t told how to prepare for the fourth trimester, the raw, tender, and transformative time after birth. You might feel sore, sleep-deprived, disconnected, or emotionally all over the place. And that’s completely normal. But it doesn’t mean you have to go through it alone. This blog is your gentle starting point, a guide to the kinds of support you may need (and deserve) after baby arrives.
Article - Claire Dicarlo (From Rad Parents)
A birth debriefing allows you to reflect on and honor your birth experience, whether it was joyful or challenging. This supportive process provides a safe space to process emotions, gain clarity, and find closure as you step into parenthood with confidence. Your birth story deserves to be heard. This post shows how a compassionate birth debriefing session can help you process your experience, find closure, and step into parenthood with clarity and support.
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