The 40-week journey of pregnancy can be filled with moments of joy, anticipation, worry, and countless changes. One of the best ways to keep the excitement going for loved ones throughout the entire experience—and into postpartum—is with the gift of subscription boxes. These monthly, quarterly, or even by-trimester surprises are thoughtful—and a great way to help expecting moms navigate each stage of pregnancy.
With such a wide range of subscription options, there’s something for every mom-to-be. From wellness and relaxation boxes to practical bundles packed with mom-to-be necessities, subscription boxes can be tailored to the mom’s preferences and needs. Whether you’re shopping for a first-time mom navigating the unknown or a seasoned mom looking to relax and indulge.
First-time moms are likely trying to figure out what products will make them feel most comfortable for their bodies pre and post-baby. Pregnancy-focused subscription boxes take the guesswork out of this journey by introducing them to products they might not have known about. As one first-time mom, Alexis shared, “There’s so much I’m still learning when it comes to pregnancy and going through trial-and-error, receiving gifts related to my journey, that are time-sensitive, not only get me excited but are extremely helpful in navigating how I care for and look after my body and baby. It’s like having a guide right when I need it.”
For moms who have experienced pregnancy before, the journey is more familiar, and they likely already know what essentials they prefer. Instead of discovering new baby products, these moms often seek a different experience—one that celebrates and pampers them through the busy months ahead.
Subscription boxes filled with items to make her feel like herself, such as candles, beauty products, gourmet snacks, or even hobby-related activities, offer much-needed pampering. These gifts allow seasoned moms to focus on ‘me-time’ while balancing the demands of pregnancy and life with other children. Grace, a mom of tow, shared, “When you’re expecting your second, you already know what you like for maternity products—you have your belly oils and maternity clothes already sorted. What you really appreciate is a moment to relax and indulge in something you love—that may be unrelated to pregnancy.”
What to remember about gifting etiquette when giving subscription boxes:
When choosing a subscription box for an expecting mom, it’s essential to consider her specific stage of pregnancy and her personal preferences. Here are a few key tips for subscription box gifting:
- Timing Matters: Make sure to time your gift according to her pregnancy milestones. Some boxes are great for the early months, while others are best suited for the final trimester or postpartum period.
- Personalization: Tailoring the subscription to her needs will make the gift feel extra special. Whether she’s a first-time mom who needs essentials or a seasoned mom seeking relaxation, finding the right box shows thoughtfulness.
- Consistency: One of the best things about subscription boxes is the regular delivery. It keeps the excitement alive month after month (or quarter/trimester) and shows continued support.
With these simple tips and essentials packed, you’ll be well-prepared for a smoother, more comfortable flight.
The Top Subscription Boxes For New & Expecting Moms:
Bump Boxes Pregnancy Gift Box for Expecting and First-Time Moms
The Bump Box is a thoughtful way to celebrate a mom-to-be’s pregnancy journey. Each box offers curated products that align with every trimester’s specific needs and joys, making the experience all the more special. By aggregating selective brands and introducing expecting moms to products they may not have discovered on their own, the Bump Box makes each delivery a surprise that they’ll come to love. It’s a great way to keep the excitement alive throughout pregnancy while helping them feel prepared and pampered.
What we love:
- Each box outlines what a mom-to-be needs per trimester, whether they’re currently experiencing it – or will experience it shortly after receiving the box.
- While some baby items are still mixed in, the proper percentage mix of mom-first items is more about tapping into mom’s sentimental moments than purely items for baby.
- It is important to have items for both mind and body, whether journals for keeping your pregnancy notes in one place or lotions, salts, and oils for prepping your body for labor.
What we would change:
- Adding a few customizations for the box would be nice to curtail each mom’s journey.
Quick Facts:
- Boxes Offered: 1st Trimester, 2nd Trimester, 3rd Trimester, and Fatherhood Box
- How many items are offered per box: On average, expect five full-size items per box.
- How to Subscribe: Unlike a one-time subscription, each box is manual (buy per trimester to ship out), or you can buy all three boxes at once to send out with the bundle feature.
Buy now; $49.99
Mom-to-Be Essentials Box by Rumbly
The Rumbly Box stands out by offering more than just trimester-focused care; they also provide baby shower-specific boxes, pregnancy essentials boxes, and even a dedicated postpartum box. This variety makes moms-to-be feel celebrated at every stage, from baby showers to the vital postpartum period, often called the “fourth trimester.” Supporting moms through this critical recovery time is essential, and Rumbly Box delivers thoughtful products designed to help new mothers navigate the physical and emotional changes during pregnancy and after birth.
What we love:
- Each box is focused 100% on mom’s needs.
- The inclusion of a postpartum box, because celebrating (and helping a loved one) through the fourth trimester is just as important as the first three.
- The option to purchase supplemental baby shower boxes as gifts for loved ones (including baby boy and baby girl-specific boxes).
What we would change:
- Adding a few customizations for the box would be nice to curtail each mom’s journey.
Quick Facts:
- Boxes Offered: 1st Trimester, 2nd Trimester, 3rd Trimester, Pregnancy Essentials, and Postpartum Box
- How many items are offered per box? The item count varies, but each box averages around $200 wholesale.
- How to Subscribe: Versus a one-time subscription, each box is manual (including their pregnancy essentials, baby shower, postpartum, or new mom box—in addition to their trimester boxes)
Buy now; $49-59
Flower Subscription by Bloomsy Box
A monthly flower subscription is a beautiful and uplifting gift for a pregnant or new mom, offering a fresh bouquet to brighten her space and mood each month. This thoughtful gesture adds a touch of elegance and serenity to her home, reminding her to take a moment to relax and enjoy the simple beauty around her. For a pregnant mom, it’s a lovely way to celebrate each milestone along her journey, while for a new mom, it brings warmth and joy during the often overwhelming early days of motherhood. Each delivery reminds her that she’s being thought of and supported, making it a wonderful, ongoing gift.
What we love:
- The mixed boutique offers variety and spontaneity while sending the freshest (in-season flowers to make sure each mom or mom-to-be gets the most time out of her beautiful bouquets.
- The convenience. With a one-time payment, set, and forget, the new mom or mom-to-be in your life will be constantly wow-ed.
- Bloomsy Box’s sustainability efforts. They’re partnering with sustainable, Rainforest Alliance-certified farms to get beautiful, ethically sourced blooms.
What we would change:
- Versus a local florist delivery, there is some additional work needed to remove and prep flowers.
Quick Facts:
- Boxes Offered: 6 shipments of monthly ongoing flower delivery.
- How many items are offered per box: Each box roughly contains a mixed bloom of twelve flowers.
- How to Subscribe: Purchase a one-time product that will ship monthly to the address listed on file.
Buy now; $329.94
CRAVEBOX Healthy Snack Box
A Crave Box filled with sweet and salty treats is the ultimate lifesaver for any expecting or breastfeeding mom who is juggling all the cravings! Whether it’s a sudden urge for something sweet or a salty snack to get through a long day, this box is packed with all the favorites that hit the spot when momma needs it most. Pregnancy cravings can be unpredictable, and having a variety of fun, indulgent snacks within arm’s reach is a game-changer—especially when it’s suggested to eat something every few hours to avoid nausea or keep energy up. It’s also a perfect pick-me-up for breastfeeding moms who need quick bites to keep their energy up while caring for a newborn. A snack variety pack is a playful, delicious way to satisfy those “I need it now” cravings!
What we love:
- The mix of options! Cravings can be random, and having dozens of different sweet or salty choices can be a lifesaver.
- The convenience. Having a mini bodega in your pantry to grab and go when you need it most is ideal for any mom or mom-to-be with a craving.
- Having a loved one from afar, stock your pantry. With so many loved ones living so far away, meal trains are harder and harder to accomplish. If you’re able to send a snack box for those quick craving moments (along with something like an Uber Eats card for more substantial meals), you’re truly able to help from afar.
What we would change:
- Adding chocolate to the box – because when chocolate cravings hit, they don’t go away!
Quick Facts:
- Boxes Offered: 1 box per order, with the option to shop around to different Crave Box options (i.e., Gourmet Snack Box, Halloween Pack, etc)
- How many items are offered per box: Ranging from 35 to 60 count depending on the Crave Box
- How to Subscribe: Purchase a one-time product that will ship to the address listed on file.
Buy now; $40.95
Journal Junk Box Subscription
The Journal Junk Box is a journaling, stationery and lifestyle subscription perfect for the mom-to-be who loves to capture her thoughts and emotions—especially when pregnancy hormones have her feeling all the feels! Pregnancy is an incredibly emotional journey, and journaling offers a beautiful outlet to express joy, anticipation, and even those unexpected worries. With curated stationery, pens, and inspiring lifestyle goodies, this subscription gives expecting moms a special place to reflect and create meaningful memories. It’s an ideal way for the sentimental mom-to-be to document her journey, write letters to her future baby, or simply take a moment to center herself in the midst of all the changes. Thoughtful, creative, and deeply personal, this subscription is a perfect way for her to embrace and express her pregnancy experience.
What we love:
- The true seasonality of the box! Since this subscription is ongoing and updates every month throughout the year (as opposed to specific set boxes, moms and moms-to-be can highlight not only the season in their life – but what’s happening in the current calendar month).
- The variety of gifts! Each box has 8 items which include journals, pens, office supplies, and self-care lifestyle products.
- You subscribe, and move on! Until you cancel your subscription, every month your loved one will indulge in journaling favorites. So not only can this gift last throughout all of pregnancy but well into postpartum and motherhood too!
What we would change:
- The renewal box fee, while the first box is reduced to $27.99, each box after increases to $50.94 (still a great price for all the items), but you need to read the fine print when purchasing.
Quick Facts:
- Boxes Offered: 1 box per month with a subscription order renewing (charging) every month.
- How many items are offered per box: 8 items per box.
- How to Subscribe: Subscribe on Amazon for monthly deliveries.
Buy now; $27.99
Starter Air Plant Subscription Box
A Starter Air Plant Subscription Box is the perfect quirky gift for expecting or new moms who want to watch something grow outside of their bodies while they’re growing a little one inside! Becoming a “plant mom” is a fun, low-maintenance way to enjoy a bit of greenery and nature without adding to her already full plate. With pregnancy and motherhood taking center stage, these air plants are the perfect companion—easy to care for, no soil required. Whether she’s a green thumb or a newbie to plants, this subscription is a great way to bring a touch of life and calm into her home.
What we love:
- Each month Air Plant Shop will ship a different assortment of low-maintenance air plants, giving you variety and truly a low maintenance gift that you can watch flourish.
- How easy they are to care for! Many people are intimidated to own plants, air plants are easy—not needing soil, just a 20 minute soak every week.
- You subscribe, and move on! Until you cancel your subscription, every month, your loved one will add to their growing air plant collection.
What we would change:
- If each subscription box would also send houses for the air plants, i.e., globes, bowls, terrariums, etc.
Quick Facts:
- Boxes Offered: 1 box per month with a subscription order renewing (charging) every month.
- How many items are offered per box: 2 air plants a month.
- How to Subscribe: Subscribe on Amazon for monthly deliveries.
Buy now; $11.96 (first box) – $14.95 (all subsequent boxes)
Luxury Candle Subscription Box from Wickbox
Wickbox is a way to pamper an expecting mom, delivering one beautifully crafted candle each month to help her relax, get cozy, and set the perfect ambiance. As pregnancy brings on a range of emotions and the need for self-care, lighting a candle can transform any space into a calming sanctuary. The soothing scents and warm glow create the ideal atmosphere for winding down after a long day or for a little extra relaxation during her pregnancy journey.
While new moms may want to be cautious about burning candles as often around a newborn, during pregnancy, it’s a lovely indulgence that lets her enjoy those peaceful moments of reflection and comfort. This subscription is a thoughtful way to help her savor the cozy, quiet moments before the baby arrives, one luxurious scent at a time.
What we love:
- The seasonal and trendy scents! Each month brings a new candle with scents carefully curated to make sure the scent matches the mood of the moment.
- Beautiful and reusable vessels! The candle jars aren’t just pretty—they can be repurposed as vases, pen holders, or chic home decor long after the candle has burned out.
- The surprise bonus gifts! Every so often, the subscription comes with delightful extras like travel-sized candles, matchbooks, or other fun goodies that make the experience even more special.
What we would change:
- The price. At $40/$45 per month for a single candle, it can feel a bit out-of-budget for some.
Quick Facts:
- Boxes Offered: 1 box per month with a subscription order renewing (charging) every month.
- How many items are offered per box: 1 luxury candle per box.
- How to Subscribe: Subscribe on Amazon for monthly deliveries.
Buy now; $40 (first box) – $45 (all subsequent boxes)
International Snack Subscription Box
For the mom-to-be or new mom who loves to travel, the International Snack Subscription Box is the perfect way to satisfy her wanderlust—without ever leaving home! While she might be taking a step back from jet-setting and focusing on night feedings instead of battling jet lag, this box lets her indulge in a world of flavors from the comfort of her couch. Each month, she’ll get to experience snacks from a different country, offering a fun and delicious escape that reminds her of far away places. It’s a delightful way to bring the world to her during this special (and busy) time!
What we love:
- Each month delivers a curated selection of snacks from a different country, offering a fun and flavorful way to explore new cultures without leaving home.
- With her energy drifting from pregnancy or hands full with a newborn, this box provides quick, tasty treats that offer a little indulgence when she needs it most.
- It’s a delightful way to reignite her love for travel, bringing back memories of past trips or sparking ideas for future adventures, all while feeding a sweet or salty craving.
What we would change:
- While the variety is exciting, some customer reviews say the number of snacks per box can sometimes feel a bitsmall, especially for those with a big appetite for adventure.
Quick Facts:
- Boxes Offered: 1 box per month with a subscription order renewing (charging) every month.
- How many items are offered per box: Roughly 6-8 treats per box.
- How to Subscribe: Subscribe on Amazon for monthly deliveries.
Buy now; $16.15 (first box) – $17.95 (all subsequent boxes)
One Last Thing: FAQ
Q: How do I buy a subscription box on Amazon as a gift for a mom or mom-to-be?
A: It’s super easy! Just browse through Amazon’s selection of subscription boxes—whether it’s for pregnancy, snacks, beauty, or even a monthly plant box. Once you find the perfect one, select it, and choose the option to make it a gift at checkout.
Q: Can I buy all the boxes at once instead of going month-to-month?
A: Yes! Some subscription boxes offer a one-time purchase option where you can gift one (or multiple) of the boxes up front. This is perfect if you want to give them the full experience in one go, especially if you’re not sure they’ll want a monthly delivery.
Q: What’s the difference between a one-time buy and a monthly subscription?
A: With a one-time buy, they’ll get one curated box or all the boxes at once—great for keeping it simple. A monthly subscription, on the other hand, keeps the fun going with a fresh box delivered every month, giving them something new to look forward to.
Q: Can I manage or cancel the subscription easily?
A: Absolutely. Amazon makes it easy to manage any subscription. Just go to your account’s “Subscriptions” section, and from there, you can skip a month, update delivery frequency, or cancel it altogether if needed. You’re totally in control!
Q: What if I want to switch up the subscription box during the pregnancy or after the baby arrives?
A: No problem! You can cancel the current subscription and start a new one at any time. If their preferences change—like going from a pregnancy box to a self-care or snack box—just make the switch.
Q: Are subscription boxes a good option for moms-to-be after the baby is born?
A: 100%! Subscription boxes aren’t just for pregnancy—there are tons of options that cater to new moms, like postpartum boxes, snack boxes to keep them fueled during long nights, self-care boxes for relaxation, or even monthly flower boxes to brighten their day.
Gifting a subscription box is such a fun way to show a mom or mom-to-be you’re thinking of her, whether she’s expecting or already chasing after her little one!
