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No matter how many great ideas you have for Mother's Day—breakfast in bed, a scenic stroll, a quiet staycation, or even a virtual celebration—it's always nice to treat mom to a thoughtful gift.
We know: Mothers can be notoriously hard to buy for, especially when they claim they already have everything. So we've compiled a variety of unique gifts ideas for Mother's Day so you don't have to fall back on the classics (looking at you, flowers and fancy tea).
While there's nothing wrong with giving your mom something practical, consider something a little more meaningful this year: a personalized piece of jewelry (or art!), a book that celebrates the special bond between mothers and daughters, a one-of-a-kind hand towel for your favorite foodie, or even a mailable Meyer lemon tree if she's got a green thumb. And if she tends to be more matter-of-fact than mushy, you might do better with a useful item (think cozy slippers, a DIY paint-by-numbers kit, a dreamy eye mask) or something funny (hello, custom cookie cutters!).
Ahead, 77 totally unique Mother's Day gifts for all the mother figures in your life. Whether it's your mom, sister, grandma, or best friend turned new mom, these gifts will ensure they feel the love.
This thoughtful gift box for Mother's Day is designed to pamper Mom with a luxurious spa experience at home. Let her enjoy some well-deserved "me time" and indulge in some self-pampering. The ideal gift to send if Mom lives far away.
This beautiful guided journal will help solidify the mother-daughter bond you two already share. (The prompts and questions inside make it easy for her to share all the great stories and memories from her life.)
Consider it an elevated version of adult coloring books. Instead of filling the pages of a flimsy notebook, mom will end up with a professional-looking painting.
Flowers are always a tried and tested Mother's Day classic. Why not switch it up a little this year with something much longer-lasting, but just as meaningful? Here's where Venus et Fleur comes in. It provides real roses that last up to a year, giving Mom much longer than a week to admire and appreciate the floral beauty.
The quickest way to soothe a hardworking woman's aching feet? French-lavender-filled slippers that heat up in the microwave (seriously!) for up to an hour of warmth.
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Gaia Good Mornings: Morning Rituals for Wellness, Peace and Purpose
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Gaia Good Mornings: Morning Rituals for Wellness, Peace and Purpose
This book will help mom start the morning off with various daily self-care rituals that promote mental and physical health, as well as enhance productivity.
Nothing says love quite like the gift of something that's alive and growing. The Meyer lemon tree thrives both inside and outside, giving your mom options. The fruit is a cross between traditional sour lemons and sweet oranges. Your mom can pick the lemons and enjoy them in freshly baked scones, delicious dressings, and her favorite co*cktail.
When you're at a loss for words, let this hardcover bound letter set lend a helping hand. It's full of prompts that'll help you express your love for mom.
If you can’t find the words, show your love through this “Ten Ways to Say I Love You” Bonne Maman preserves box. With a wide range of flavors to enjoy, Mom can be reminded how loved she is every time she has her morning toast and coffee.
If your mom is a tea lover, surprise her with this fine bone china tea set to add to her collection. The colorful yet delicate design will make her feel like a princess having elegant afternoon tea in her palace.
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Oprah's The Life You Want™ Daily Inspiration Cards
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Oprah's The Life You Want™ Daily Inspiration Cards
$50 at Oprah Daily Shop
If Mom is someone who is very mindful, then our Daily Inspiration cards may be the perfect gift. In just five minutes a day, she will feel grounded and centered thanks to the guidance of these cards, which feature Oprah's favorite quotes, prompts, and breathing exercises. The set contains 365 cards, letting mom pick one a day for all-year-round sound advice.
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Customizable
fingerprint Custom Fingerprint Heart Charm Pendant
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Customizable
fingerprint Custom Fingerprint Heart Charm Pendant
Looking for a gift for the green-thumb in the family? This will be her new best bud: Each of these kits come with everything she needs to grow the blooms associated with her birth month (think: carnations for January, poppies for August, zinnias for December), including seeds, a cork lid, potting soil, care instructions, and a glass grow bottle that doubles as a vase.
Choose your next culinary adventure with your mom with eat2explore. The Explore Europe package includes five boxes of culinary ingredients to help mom create food from five European countries - France, Greece, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom, and Sweden. This is not just another meal kit; it's about carving out time for family, learning cooking skills, and exploring global cuisines together.
Add some fizz into her day with this delicious sparkling wine. Classic Italian white wine takes on an updated twist blended with all-natural lemons, giving it a bold, refreshing, and zingy taste. Salute!
Brigitt Earley
Contributing Writer
Brigitt is a writer, editor and craft stylist with nearly 15 years of experience. She specializes in lifestyle topics, including home, health, parenting, beauty, style, food, entertaining, travel and weddings. She has written for Glamour, People, Good Housekeeping, Women's Health, Real Simple, Martha Stewart, Apartment Therapy, The Spruce, and more.
Emma Sutton-Williams
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Pick something truly unique, practical or personalized to pair with her Mother's Day flowers this year. She can exercise her creativity with a bestselling LEGO bouquet. We even found a custom wooden cookbook stand that she'll treasure for years to come.
The priority considerations for Mother's Day are your own mother and, if you have children, their mother, followed by any widowed mothers in your family, including grandmothers and aunts—but etiquette doesn't require you to include everyone. "Allow the rest of your family to take care of their own," says Swann.
Surprise her with a thoughtful gift that'll put a smile on her face. Because even if she swears she doesn't need anything, this is a woman who deserves the world (or, at the very least, one of the best presents for Mom that money can buy).
While there's nothing wrong with giving your mom something practical, consider finding a gift that's a little more meaningful this year: a personalized piece of jewelry (or art!), a book that celebrates the special bond between mothers and daughters, a gourmet treat for your favorite foodie, or a new tree if she's got ...
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