Baby’s Got Taste: First Mother’s Day Chocolate Gifts

For many women, the first Mother’s Day as a new mum is an emotional milestone. It’s a day to reflect on joining the timeless circle of motherhood — to cherish the joy of those first smiles, to love fiercely, and to finally understand every sacrificial cup of cold tea their own mother ever drank. 

How do you mark such a significant occasion for a new mum? Not with any old gift, that’s for sure. This year, we’re helping you to say ‘Happy First Mother’s Day’ with an exquisite collection of elegant cacao-rich Mother’s Day chocolate gifts that bring even more magic to the occasion. 

Perhaps you’re a partner wanting to treat the mother of your child? Or a close friend who’s been there through every pregnancy craving and midnight text? You might even be watching your own daughter take those precious first steps into motherhood… 

Regardless of your relation to the giftee, we have the perfect first Mother’s Day present to remind her that she’s the best mum anyone could possibly wish for.

What’s so special about first Mother’s Day gifts?

Putting extra thought into a gift is exciting at any time of year, but there’s something about a first Mother’s Day present that is undeniably precious. That first Mother’s Day is about honouring her incredible journey into motherhood, the fierce love that makes every challenge worth it, and the amazing woman who’s grown alongside her baby. 

While, of course, new mums deserve to be celebrated every single day, her first Mother’s Day is your chance to show her just how much her strength, dedication, and endless love mean to everyone around her. And a carefully thought-out chocolate gift set is the ideal way to do that. 

First Mother’s Day gifts from baby 

Aside from those teeny tiny baby grows and miniature hand-knitted booties, we believe there’s nothing quite as adorable as a first Mother’s Day gift from a newborn. 

Okay, mum obviously knows her little one isn’t crawling to the local high street or placing online orders on a smartphone (not just yet, anyway), but that’s all part of the charm. 

Ready to bring a smile to her face that’ll last the whole week? New dads, partners, and second mums — listen up. These Mother’s Day chocolate treats need to be in your basket:

Here’s a Mother’s Day gift that would make any new mum’s heart melt: our Happy Mother’s Day Pocket Chocolate Box. This dinky chocolate box contains eight decadent nuggets of creamy cacao-filled joy. Give this new mummy a much-needed moment to relax as she puts her feet up and takes a bite of blissful Caramel Cheesecake, tangy Raspberry Panna Cotta, or classic Eton Mess. Presented in a cheerful yellow box, with ‘Happy Mother’s Day’ on the front (just in case you forget the card), this mini Mother’s Day present is the ideal pick from baby to mum. 

Like the idea of a tiny treat from a tiny human, but want to throw in a few extra chocs for good measure? Our Mother’s Day Everything H-Box is the answer. With 14 hand-picked HC bestsellers, this selection is a bite-sized version of our beloved Everything Sleekster. Think: classic Mousse au Chocolat, heavenly Fudge Sunday, and decadent Billionaires Shortbread. There’s no better box to plant in baby’s little hands.

New mum gift ideas for friends

Best friend recently become a mum? Perhaps your closest office pal has just welcomed a tiny new teammate? Celebrating ‘new mum’ friends on Mother’s Day is always a heartwarming experience. Here are some thoughtful chocolate delights that’ll make gifting a joy and receiving even sweeter:

In early motherhood, those rare, precious moments to pause and unwind are sacred. But, rather than mum grabbing a quick brew and a few digestives, why not give her something a bit more decadent to indulge in? Like some smooth, creamy champagne truffles from our Pink & Classic Champagne Truffles Tin Set. This delightful duo of classic milk and subtle strawberry is a timeless gift that’ll make every fleeting moment of ‘me time’ feel even more special.    

Friend nuts about nut chocolate? Lean into her penchant for praline with our Mother’s Day Exquisitely Nutty Sleekster — a magical box containing 27 melt-in-the-mouth nut chocolates, perfectly portioned for those precious moments of peace between feeds and cuddles. From buttery Gianduja Bombe to energy-boosting whole hazelnuts dipped in rich ginger chocolate, each piece is crafted to help new mums savour every second of their R&R. 

How about treating her to a tipple that she can enjoy with her partner after baby’s bedtime? Our Espresso Martini Velvetised Cream 500ml is a creamy, decadent treat that’ll feel like her own mini getaway in a glass. Blending vodka, espresso, white chocolate and lashings of cream, it’s seriously smooth and perfect for those precious post-bedtime moments.

Mummy to daughter first Mother’s Day gifts

Who says mums can’t treat their grown-up daughters on Mother’s Day? Now you get to spoil her just like she spoiled you with those adorably wonky breakfast-in-bed attempts and handmade cards all those years ago.

The ideal gift for the girl who means everything to you? Our Mother’s Day Everything Luxe. Whether crippling choice paralysis meant she could never pick ‘just one chocolate bar’, or she had a habit of sneaking grown-up treats from your special occasion chocolate boxes when you weren’t looking, this is the gift she deserves. A little bit of everything, just like old times — only this time, it’s all hers (if she’s willing to share).

After a slightly smaller box to gift alongside a bottle of red or a sumptuous selection of Velvetised Creams? Our Mother’s Day Everything Sleekster is packed full of imaginative treats that she can savour after dinner, or enjoy with something a little stronger than her regular brew. Containing tantalising recipes like crunchy Florentine Isabelle and dainty chocolate Macarons with a Neapolitan twist, it’s a little reminder that, to you, she’ll always be that wide-eyed kid with chocolate on her fingers and the biggest place in your heart.

The final touches to your first Mother’s Day gift 

If you’re treating a new mum on Mother’s Day, there are so many ways to make it memorable. Try these ideas to take her gift up a notch: 

Experiences always make unforgettable gifts. If you’ve checked with her partner, and know she has no other plans for Mother’s Day, surprise her with our lavish Chocolate and Fizz Collection Hamper. It’s the perfect pick for an indoor dessert picnic. Just make sure you lay out your treats away from the radiator — no one wants an unexpected fondue on the carpet! 

Does this new mum desperately need a break? Create a bespoke babysitting token promising her a well-earned evening out or a day trip with her partner, and gift it to her alongside one of our small Mother’s Day gifts. Because, seriously, what’s better than uninterrupted time and exceptional chocolate?

Does this new mum enjoy any excuse to whip up a treat in The Velvetiser? Plan the ultimate hot chocolate evening and bring along a selection of sachets you know she’ll love — it’s the most comforting way to catch up and celebrate. 

Make every Mother’s Day truly unforgettable with a gift from Hotel Chocolat

Forget forgettable presents for her first Mother’s Day. Celebrate the beauty of early motherhood with a bar or box of sumptuous Single Origin Chocolate, a charming Mother’s Day hamper, or a selection of Mum-Approved hot chocolate sachets that’ll make her feel truly appreciated.

Oh, and while you’re here, be sure to check out our handpicked gifts for her. We have even more cacao-themed treats that will show her just how wonderful she really is.