The Perfect Last Minute Gift for New Mothers in Your Life

The Best Last-Minute Gift for a New Mom (That’s Actually Useful)

If you’re panic-scrolling for a gift that feels both adorable and genuinely helpful—because new moms do not need another “cute but useless” item—you’re in the right place.

Meet Bottimals™ Bottle-Lovey, a science-inspired feeding comfort product that new moms are raving about.

This is the kind of gift that says:
“I see you. I’m thinking about your everyday moments—not just the baby.”

What Is the Bottimals™ Bottle-Lovey?

The Bottle-Lovey is a soft, cuddly bottle attachment designed to help babies feel calm and reassured during bottle-feeding—especially during the breast-to-bottle transition.

How it works:

  • A removable heart-shaped pad is worn by mom to absorb her natural scent
  • The scented heart is then placed on the bottle-lovey during feeds
  • Baby experiences a familiar, comforting cue—even when mom isn’t present

This makes bottle-feeding feel more familiar (due to mom's scent) for babies who are used to breastfeeding.

Who Created Bottimals™ (And Why That Matters)

Hi—I'm Julianne Gardner, founder of Bottimals™.

I created the Bottle-Lovey as a new mom navigating bottle refusal myself. I hold a degree in Biology and spent over a decade working in clinical trial research, so when feeding became stressful, I went looking for a solution rooted in science—not gimmicks.

When I couldn’t find one, I built it.

Bottimals™ was designed to support real new-mom struggles and make feeding transitions feel gentler—for both baby and parent.

Why the Bottle-Lovey Makes a Thoughtful Gift for New Moms

This is a “feel-good” gift because it doesn’t ask a new mom to do more.

Instead, it supports one of the most emotional parts of early parenthood: feeding.

New moms appreciate the Bottle-Lovey because it:

  • Helps ease stressful feeding transitions
  • Supports bonding even when mom needs a break
  • Feels personal, intentional, and validating

It’s not just a baby gift—it’s a new-mom gift.

Product Details

  • Price: $29.99
  • Shipping: Arrives in just 2 days
  • Fit: Elastic band fits most standard baby bottles (2.25–2.50 inches diameter)
  • Materials: Heart pad: 92% bamboo knit, 8% spandex
  • Safety: Tested to ASTM F963 toy safety standards
  • Design: Soft bunny character for visual comfort during feeds

The Science Behind “Mom’s Scent” (Spark Notes Version)

Babies are biologically wired to recognize and respond to their mother’s scent.

Research shows that when newborns are exposed to maternal odor:

  • Crying decreases
  • Mouthing and feeding-prep behaviors increase
  • Calm and regulation improve

Maternal scent acts as a powerful sensory cue for comfort and feeding readiness.

The Bottimals™ Bottle-Lovey applies this science in a simple, practical way—by allowing caregivers to introduce a familiar scent during bottle-feeding, especially when mom isn’t physically present.

Bottimals™ in the News

Bottimals™ has been featured by trusted media and innovation organizations, including:

When you gift Bottimals™, you’re supporting a mom-invented product that’s gaining real momentum.

Ready to Gift Something Meaningful?

Order your Bottimals™ Bottle-Lovey today and have it delivered in just two days.

If you’d like extra reassurance, check out our organic customer reviews—we believe third-party experiences matter.

Questions?
Drop them in the comments or email us anytime at info@bottimals.com. We’re always happy to help.

Here’s to thoughtful gifting—and to supporting the incredible new moms in your life 💛

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