50 Perfect Presents for Mom This Mother's Day
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MOMS CANNOT BE praised enough. To be honest, they should get about three holidays per month, at bare minimum. But as it stands, there's only one official day on the calendar for all those maternal heroines out there. That puts a premium on the Mother's Day gift. In short, it's not one you want to screw up. Mom has given you so, so much and the very least you can do is give something back. Too much pressure? Worry not, we've got you covered, no matter if mom is athletic, a homebody, or just likes a tasty glass of wine.
Let's start with the most important part: Mother's Day is on May 12th. That may seem like a while away but that's the same attitude that got you in trouble last time. Believe me, you do not want to be putting together a last-minute gift for mom. She knows everything. Everything.
Now, while a great bouquet or tech gadget can be a great Mother's Day gift, we know that there are countless kinds of mothers out there. So we went the extra mile to set you up with a few dozen standout gift ideas. These are things she'll put to great use, from expert-written cookbooks to comfortable robes and healthy meal subscription plans.
Mom deserves the very best, now get her something stellar this Mother's Day.
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Roma Heirloom Tomato Candle
What's better than a floral or sweet-smelling candle? A savory one. This option from Flamingo Estate boasts the aroma of fresh tomato plants, every mom gardener's fantasy come true.
Poldina Pro 10.8" Micro Cordless Rechargeable Table Lamp
These little lights are well made and throw plenty of glow. Best, they come in tons of cool colors and can dim to your liking, setting the scene for any reading nook, bedside table, or windowsill. Mom will love how they turn on with a quick finger tap and recharge with ease.
Allyson Dress
Mom's deserve a great spring dress, there are no two ways about it. Go classy with this fresh number from woman-owned Nantucket brand Cartolina. The details are eye-catching and the fit is chic yet comfortable.
Super-Plush Bath Towels
Brooklinen is always dropping soft things we can't get enough of and this spring release is no different. The towel set affords a bit of luxe and the striped pattern will add style points to mom's house.
Organic Lavender Grow Kit
Back to the Roots makes some great grow kits, from mushroom logs to pepper gardens. This one will fill mom's place with the smell of fresh lavender, bringing a bit of the French countryside to her humble abode.
Training Weight Vest 2.0
Mom like fitness? Set her up with this excellent training vest, which will help strengthen and tone while she's meandering about or in the midst of a fitness routine. It can be set up to 60 pounds in weight so if mom didn't have any fitness goals before, she does now.
Blood Orange Sparkling Water
These sodas not only taste great, with fine flavors like blood orange and strawberry rose, but offer a boost in mood too. Offering a bit extra in the form of things like caffeine, natural extracts, and minerals, they're refreshing and can help you focus -- all things mom will appreciate.
NordicTrack PulseTech Percussion Therapy Gun
Signature Bundle
One of the more popular workout platforms, Pvolve is fun and welcoming. That means even if mom has never done the online class thing she'll still appreciate this route. With cool and useful gadgets, unique pilate workouts, and energetic hosts, it's one we fully endorse.
Crossfade 3 Wireless Headphones
Elevate mom's favorite album, audiobook, or podcast with these stellar headphones. Cordless and boasting 30 hours of battery life per charge, they even fold up nicely when not in use. And with three color options, mom can get exactly what she wants.
Move 2 Speaker
Is mom still listening to that old radio? Is she streaming music through her terrible computer or tablet speakers? Time for an improvement. Pound for pound, Sonos produces some of the best sound out there, plus there's a well-made app and the thing is built to last.
Slow Cooker Base
A good slow cooker base is a great gift on many levels. For one, it's a great way to prepare a meal. Secondly, it'll inspire one-pot dinners that practically make themselves, allowing mom to dive into that favorite book or show instead of logging hours in the kitchen.
Cookies D'Italia Box
Easily one of our most favorite new online specialty food sellers, Giadzy is the work of celeb chef Giaga de Laurentiis. There are great items across the board but these cookies from Italy will surely hit the spot come Mother's Day.
Mixed Natural Wine Club
Does mom love wine? Go hip and set her up with this standout club that focuses on natural wines. The releases are genuinely unique, food-friendly, and feature creative producers from all over the wine map. She can enjoy them on her own or show them off to her pals during game nights.
Wild Sweetness: Recipes Inspired by Nature
If mom likes to bake, she'll love the inspiration offered by this relatively new cookbook. The recipes are all inspired by nature, offering a fresh perspective and some cool treats that look more difficult to create than they actually are.
Pro 4 Luxury Capacitive Stylus Pen
Mom has taught you so much -- time to return the favor. Gift her this stylus and show her how all the modern folks are doodling. She can use it on any screen and it'll keep her jotting down good ideas, staying organized, and the like.
Cashmere Throw
Mom can't have too many good blankets. This gorgeous throw is made of pillowy cashmere and one she'll seek it when it's time for a nap or a new show. As a Quince product, it's deftly made and adds a little personality to the furniture it lives on.
Everyday Photo Book
Memories are only as good as they're presented in book form. Go for style with this stately option. Customize it with all those great images you've been sitting on and make her something she will fully cherish.
Birdfy Smart Bird Feeder with Camera
Here's a smart gadget mom will get a kick out of, especially if she likes taking in some nature in her yard. The special feeder snaps high-res images and video of our feathered friends, allowing her to get great views of all the different species that show up. Full disclaimer: She may get a little obsessed.
Classic Turkish Cotton Slipper
A good pair of slippers is a great gift as it nudges mom towards more me time. In other words, more baths, more lounging, more relaxing. And that, my friend, is the gift that keeps on giving.
Dr. Barbara Sturm x Tracy Anderson Post Workout Skincare Kit
If mom likes to get a good sweat in, here's a great gift that will look after her skin as she's looking after her fitness. The kit combats the irritation that can come from overheated and sweaty skin and includes six useful tools to keep her skin glowing.
Magnesium Body Butter
Mom works hard, mentally, physically, and in every other imaginable way. Treat her to some soothing body butter, which will both make her skin smell great and offer some much-deserved relief.
Crowd Pleasers
An everyday shoe that's effortlessly cool, these low top wonders and ready to sweep mom off her feet. They're comfortable, they look good, and after some use, she can just throw them in the washing machine for that like-new look.
Foot Massager
We could all use a good foot massage but mom is always at the front of that line. Relieve tension, increase blood flow, and just kick your legs up for a bit and breathe.
Jolie Filtered Shower Head
It's not just moms who like to get ready for the day or wind down with shower experience, but they do deserve the best. For those who look at their bathrooms more like at-home spas, the Jolie shower head is an essential. Not only does it upgrade water pressure, but filters out chlorine and other contaminants responsible for dull hair and skin, too. Don't worry about the installation, either—it's compatible with any shower and only takes a few minutes to set up.
Women's Long Sleeve Bamboo Pajamas
Once you go Cozy Earth it's hard to go back. The softness and delightful stretch of the bamboo material is second to none, making it ideal for pajamas and at-home loungewear. These PJs will melt mom's soul.
Hooded Waffle Robe
Waffle robes are made for royalty, you know, like your mom. Here's a great one, fit with a hood, lots of great texture, and a pair of big pockets. The robe will become much more than just something thrown on briefly post-bath or shower.
Drift Sandscape
Mom may think she has it all but there's no way she has this. That's because it's the perfect combo of all the best things, a zen garden, perpetual motion machine combined with a meditation tool and android. It's some of most functional, peaceful art we're encountered in some time.
Form-Fitting Head Gel Ice Cap
No, it doesn't look great, but this gel ice cap more than makes up for that by cooling your noggin to the core. It's great for dealing with headaches or just giving your head a rest during a meditation session or nap.
Wine Carafe
Sure, you can gift her a bottle of rose and call it a day, but we recommend getting this beautiful carafe that she can use for dinner parties, or for intimate wine nights.
Restore 2
Hatch is a great way to give mom a better night's sleep. After all, you're the one who kept her up for years on end. Not only does it look great, but the device will promote healthy wind down and get-up routines, leading to more restful nights and more fulfilling mornings.
27L Backpack
Here's a smart backpack that mom will appreciate and put to good use. Durable and full of useful compartments, this pack is easy on the back and can store a laptop or iPad safely.
Temperature Control Travel Mug
Travel mugs are not all the same. This one is in the superior category, with some savvy tech to keep your beverage warm. It's app-controlled, has a two-hour battery life, and can be set by individual degree.
Fresh Start Cleanse
We all need helpful nudges to carry out proper restarts, even moms. Push her towards feeling her best with this cleansing diet. She'll thank you later.
Infrared Sauna Blanket
Does mom love to relax? Thought so. Give her a sauna and blanket in one with this intelligent gift. She'll be treated to some deep relaxation and improved circulation, along with muscle recovery.
Rocket X 2
There's no better gift for the running mom than an excellent pair of running shoes. The design is noteworthy, setting the wearer up with ample support and that push-off needed to break new personal records.
Women's Adjustable Satin Line Volume Knot Turban
These turbans are made out of satin to provide a protective solution to the regular ball cap (without the hefty price tag of silk!). They also have a large front knot to add a stylish touch and adjustable ties for a customizable fit. It's a great gift that shows her you care about her tresses and keeping them healthy.
Mind-Body Glow Set
While mom has been taking are of you all this time she sometimes forgets to take care of herself. Erase that fact with this glow set, which hydrates the whole body and add an aromatherapy element for the win.
Essential for Women Multivitamin 50+
She doesn't look it, but mom is in fact getting older. Make sure she's getting the vitamin intake she needs with this vital gift, one that'll keep her healthy and strong. The supplement does it all, from keeping bones healthy and the heart strong to aiding the immune system.
Haven High Waist 7/8 Pocket Leggings
Costs a fraction of the price of those viral designer leggings, but are just as comfortable.
Stone Diffuser
If mom doesn't have a diffuser yet, now's the time. And even if she does, she deserves one as good-looking at the Vitruvi Stone. The lovely ceramic case makes it more of an art installation than anything else.
The Future Is Female Mug
EffiesPaper was inspired by the brand founder's grandmother, who believed women should be able to write amazing thank-you notes. The label carries an array of stunning planners, notebooks and travel mugs all emblazoned with empowering messages that will help her get organized and be a point of daily inspiration.
Magnesi-Om
Sure, a good show or candle can send you off to slumberland but if you want to do it right, this is the route. The drinkable magnesium calms naturally, creating the perfect transition from daytime to bedtime.
Organic Airy Gauze Quilt Set
Made of organic cotton, this quilt set breathes like a dream and will have mom feeling like she's sleeping in the heavens. Better still, it's made by a family in a fashion that's easy on planet earth.
Olive Oil
Mom may have her favorites when it comes to specialty items but there's a good chance she can up her olive oil game. This delicious option from Ayesha Curry's brand is great for dipping or drizzling over pasta, pizza, french fries and more.
The Davallia & Protea Bouquet
The gift of fresh flowers never gets old—truly. They brighten up any space they occupy, and there's no doubt they'll bring a smile to the recipient's face, whether that's your mom, mother-in-law, grandmother, or anyone else you're celebrating this year.
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Garden Fresh Gratitude Journal
No one questions the fact that motherhood is a journey filled with ups and downs—but at the end of the day, the list of things to be grateful for is infinite. She'll love recording every single one of them in this journal.
Cacao Mushroom Superfood Powder
In the morning, before she takes on the world, she can start her day with a dose of this daily cacao powder in her morning coffee. Jam-packed with superfoods meant to provide more energy and clarity.
Travel Case
Traveling with jewelry is easier said than done. There are a lot of small things to handle, not to mention the chains that get tangled up in each other. Luckily, that'll all come to an end with this case from Mejuri, which features a roll for rings, hooks for necklaces and bracelets, and a bar for earrings.
P-Touch Embellish Elite
Maybe she's the type of woman who loves to craft. In which case, she'll love the Brother P-Touch Embellish Elite, which hooks up to her phone via Bluetooth to create a virtually endless amount of custom tapes, ribbons, and more to make her projects even better.
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