Don’t fret if you have yet to pick out the perfect gift for your mom, wife, grandma, aunt, baby mama or any other maternal figure in your life — even if you haven’t begun to think about it. (Though you should probably start, as Mother’s Day falls on May 10 this year, which is just a few weeks away.) That’s where we come in.
Below, you’ll find a wondrous array of unique and thoughtful gifts for every kind of mother in your life: a do-it-all nightlight for the new mom, a luxe shower head for the wellness-obsessed, a flattering (and supremely comfortable) denim pant for the fashion-forward mama and a premium apron for the lady who could happily spend hours in the kitchen.
You’ve got time — for now. But tomorrow you’ll have less time and even less after that. So why not get it taken care of right now? Below, the best gifts to give this Mother’s Day.
The Best Gifts for the Sentimental Mom
Meaningful gifts she’ll cherish forever
Staud Custom Shirley Pouch
Now, she can take her fur baby wherever she goes. Just upload a photo of her pet, and Staud will custom-paint it onto a 100% cow-leather bag.
Sézane Michela Mirror Keychain
Emboss up to three characters on this heart-shaped leather keychain from beloved French fashion brand Sézane.
The New York Times The Premium Birthday Edition
You can read all about why The New York Times Birthday Book is the best gift ever here. But to sum it up: This unique, deeply personal coffee table book includes every front cover from The New York Times on the recipient’s birthday, starting with the year they were born.
Artifact Uprising Baby Book | The Story of You
For the expectant mother, this well-designed photo book is filled with prompts to help them document their baby’s first years.
Olfactory NYC At Home Custom Scent Experience
With this at-home gift from Olfactory, your recipient can design their very own signature fragrance.
The Best Mother’s Day Gifts for the Mom Who Needs Some R&R
Not pictured: You taking the kids out for the day so she can be alone
Hommey Robe
The internet-favorite robe made from 100% cotton terry towelling is one of the plushiest, comfiest and stylish downtime layers we’ve tried.
Simplehuman Sensor Mirror Round
It’s time for mom to retire the $12 tabletop mirror in exchange for this advanced iteration from tech-forward homeware brand Simplehuman. The unassuming mirror is actually an impressive beauty tool that’s packed with 5x magnification, dual light settings and touch control brightness.
Eberjey Inez Washable Silk Jacquard Relaxed Wide Leg Pant PJ Set
This chic pajama set is made from 100% washable silk for easy care and absent-minded relaxing.
Soft Services Theraplush Mother of Pearl Gift Set
I keep Soft Services’ viral overnight repair hand cream right next to me at my desk. The deeply nourishing retinol cream revitalizes my dry, cracked hands and looks quite beautiful in its refillable container, which is now available in this exquisite limited-edition gift set.
Ouai Scalp & Body Scrub St. Bart’s Scent
A 2-in-1 product that delivers rejuvenating exfoliation to the scalp and skin. It’s like shedding that dry, cracked winter skin, just in time for summer.
Rhode Peptide Eye Prep
Unlike most eye patches on the market, Rhode’s hydrogel masks stay in place as they depuff under eyes and reduce the appearance of fine lines.
HigherDose Red Light Showerhead Filter
HigherDose’s most recent product innovation, the Red Light Showerhead (which can be removed to double as a panel), works to stimulate hair growth, boost scalp health and improve circulation of the skin, with the use of dual wavelengths of red and near-infrared light, plus filtered water.
Fur Furming Oil
Housed in a gorgeous glass bottle, this firming oil not only nourishes the skin for a smoother feel but also tightens it for a more toned appearance.
Aera Diffuser
She can scent her home with the Aera Diffuser for up to 60 days before switching to a new scent. That’s 600 hours of fragrance!
The Best Mother’s Day Gifts for the Mom Who Loves to Host
Hosting essentials, garden supplies and everything else to keep her home looking catalog-worthy.
Naomi After-Cooking Hand Scrub
This unique post-cooking hand scrub removes odors and leaves hard-working hands refreshed.
Haws Rowley Ripple Watering Can + Mister Gift Set
Time to toss the plastic green watering can in favor of something a little more striking.
Holcomb Totter Salad Dressing Shaker
With peak salad season in our midst, it’s the perfect time to break out Holcomb’s salad dressing shaker. Not only can they prep and store homemade dressing in this striking glass vessel, but it also functions as an impressive piece of serveware.
Brooklinen Plush Turkish Cotton Hand Towels Set of 2
Just in time for spring, why not spruce up her bathroom with inviting hand towels?
The Best Mother’s Day Gifts for the Active Mom
For her hot girl walks, yoga classes, gym sessions and more.
FP Movement Class Optional Tote
We love a gym bag that doesn’t look old and bedraggled and can function as a cute accessory post-workout. This carryall impressively fits all of her essentials and is jam-packed with pockets and other organizational details, like a strap for her yoga mat and a shoe compartment.
Fellow Carter 3-in-1 Lid System
Declutter her travel mug drawer with Fellow’s 3-in-1 drink system, designed to keep both hot and cold beverages spill-proof and at the perfect drinkable temperature.
Vuori Halo Easy Wideleg Pant
Yoga, running errands, lounging around the house — Vuori’s 4-way stretch pant with a wide leg silhouette can do it all.
NikeSKIMS Women’s Dri-FIT Pilates Grip Crew Socks
Many pilates studios make gripper socks mandatory. She’s already paying $35 for the class, so why not help her out with the attire?
Lululemon Align No Line High-Rise Short 4″
There’s a lot of activewear on the market, but Lululemon is still one of our go-tos for well-fitted, high-performance attire. Whether she’s lifting or downward-dogging, she’ll feel secure (and cute!) in this pair of high-rise shorts.
The Best Gifts for the Vacation-Ready Mom
Help her gear up for the summer.
Sabah The Dune Baba
Igloo Tag Along Too Cooler
Mom doesn’t want to haul around a massive cooler (that’s your job!). So when she wants a few ice-cold beverages on a solo beach outing, she can grab this one from Igloo. It’s compact but still spacious enough to hold up to 14 beverages.
Vitamin A Playa Linen Boyfriend Shirt
She can go from the beach to the bar seamlessly in this flowy linen cover-up.
Little Mariner Coastal Blue Terry Bag
This 100% organic cotton terry tote from the London-based resort wear brand is the quintessential beach bag.
Vacation Classic Whip Glow SPF 30
We’re already huge fans of Vacation’s whipped cream-inspired sunscreen. Now, the viral product is available with a touch of gold shimmer for a very glowy — but protected — suntan.
The Best Gifts for the Style-Forward Mom
Loafers, hand-woven handbags, drawstring trousers and more.
Frances Valentine Buzzy Basket
This hand-woven, painted wicker purse is the ultimate accessory to help her transition from spring to summer.
Leatherology Haven Trifold Wallet
An Italian embossed croc leather wallet that can fit cash and up to eight cards without taking up too much space in her purse.
Buck Mason Lighthouse Linen Roll Neck Tee
After acquiring this cropped, boxy tee a month ago, I’ve worn it every week since. It’s a relaxed, no-frills basic that’s still more sophisticated than a basic T-shirt.
Citizens of Humanity Brynn Drawstring Trouser
The most flattering jeans on the market often come from Citizens of Humanity. These denim trousers are a fun but elevated take on a drawstring pant.
Brixton Seaside Eyelet Wide Leg Pant
For hotter days ahead, she’ll throw on these boho-chic wide-leg pants.
G.H.BASS x Aritzia Spence Coin Penny Loafer
A new launch from the premier loafer brand in collaboration with Aritzia, these rounded-toe penny loafers blend Ivy League prep with feminine style.
The Best Mother’s Day Gifts for the Mom Who Just Wants Jewelry
A roundup of glistening, dainty pieces for every type of jewelry-wearer
Mejuri Lucia Necklace
A simple necklace with a statement setting: an oval bezel-set lab-grown sapphire.
Breda Pulse (Locket)
In a first for the watch brand, you can add a special engraving to the inside of this locket-inspired timepiece. It’s a timeless piece, if you will.
The Best Gifts for the New Mom
To help her stay as stress-free as possible.
Caraa Baby Changing Sling Nylon
An efficient diaper bag that doubles as a stylish crossbody accessory.
Calpak Car Organizer in Pink Sand
For daily commutes, park outings or grocery shopping with baby or kids in tow, this car organizer keeps toys, gear and more neat and easily accessible.
Luna Daily The Hydrating Everywhere Body Minis Kit
This kit is complete with self-care essentials for expectant and postpartum mothers.
Brunch Essential All Shearling
She can rest her feet in a pair of Brunch’s super-plush house slippers.
Mutha Body Set
This body butter and oil set is formulated to moisturize the skin while minimizing the appearance of stretch marks.
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