Let’s end the basic mother's day gifts here. We can do better than getting mom heart-shaped jewelry or a mug because more than likely the kitchen shelves are overfilled with them. Unless you know they would want those things, stay away from these basic mother's day gifts.
So to help we have created a list of Mother's Day gift ideas so that you can find her the perfect gift that won’t collect dust. From a day of relaxation to the ideal pair of slippers (yes, slippers beat mugs), we are sure this list will help you find something that she will love!
1. Cleaning Services
Probably the number 1 requested gift. You can use a national service like merrymaids.com or find a local option using Groupon. Prices vary depending on service.
2. Personal Assistant
Fancy Hands is a community of virtual assistants that do work in 20-minute chunks of time. As a gift for graduation I received 45 tasks, I loved it so much I subscribed when my free tasks were up. I’ve used Fancy Hands for everything ranging from looking up plumbers to researching meeting room spaces.
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3. In-Home Massage
Ahh a massage, how luxurious. Except for the part where mom has to find a spa near her, spend time booking, and then actually commute to it. Instead, you can get an in-home massage from an app like Soothe. Soothe will come straight to her door. Available in 55+ cities, starting at $109 for one hour.
4. Manicure/Pedicure
Groupon would be a good option for this as well, but honestly, if you slip her a few $20s, I’m sure she’ll love it. Prices vary depending on service.
5. A Blow-Out
That moment when you tilt your head back and the stylist turns on the warm water is seriously the best. Mom deserves that feeling. I recommend the Dry Bar which can be found in many cities. Blowouts start at $45.
6. TAXI, TAXI!
Give her a free ride with either Uber or Lyft so she can feel like a VIP heading home after the complimentary champagne at Drybar. Uber gift cards start $25, and Lyft starts at $20.
7. Dry Shampoo
Any woman’s secret superpower. Extend the length of your wash by a few days with Batiste Dry Shampoo.
8. This Hat 💟
Because sometimes you’ve overdone the dry shampoo but need more time. It’s our Pocket Palette Hat, and we love it. Buy it now for $23.
9. Seat Cushion
For the mom at a desk job, sitting on your butt all day is hard. This No-Pressure Seat Cushion has the capability of being portable to take wherever you go, and it's washable! $40 on Amazon.
10. Silk Pillowcase
Help protect that beautiful face of hers by gifting this highly ranked Natural Silk Hypoallergenic Pillowcase. It’s the small luxuries in life that count. Only $23!
11. Pocket Palette ✨
This travel makeup palette is a great gift for the woman on-the-go aka busy moms who need a few minutes for themselves. Pre-order a set of 3 for $12.
12. This AMAZING T-Shirt
Your mom is a Phenomenal Woman - Let her know who she is while supporting other women by getting her this Phenomenal Woman T-Shirt* for $35.
* Funds raised from this shirt will benefit various organizations that support women. Emerge America, Essie Justice Group, Girls Who Code, Higher Heights, National Latina Institute for Reproductive Health, Planned Parenthood, and The United State of Women. Learn more about each organization and get your mom a Phenomenal Woman T-Shirt.
13. A Cozy Sweater
Moms love being cozy. This sweater is the perfect balance of cute and cozy. Layer it on to complete your day look. Available at Target for $24.99.
14. Charger
You always need to be able to reach mom, make sure her phone and electronics are always at 100% with this Portable Charger. Haven’t used this one, but there are over NINE thousand 5 star reviews on Amazon, with some pretty detailed descriptions of the product. I put this one in my shopping cart.
15. Leggings
Leggings are always in season and make the perfect pair of pants without actually having to put real pants on. This 6-pack of seamless fleece lined leggings comes in different colors so she can mix and match with her wardrobe. With over 2,800 positive reviews we think this is a great buy and it's only $25.95 on Amazon!
16. Slippers
A classic gift, this pair of Minnetonka Women's Hardsole Pile-Lined Slipper’s can be worn inside or outdoors. They range in price from $31.64 - $50.90 depending on size and color.
17. Socks!
Enough with the cute pair of socks that disappear into the dryer and never come out. Buy mom two sets of these socks (for a total of 36 pairs!), and she’ll never have to worry about matching socks again. One pack is $13.99 on Amazon.
18. Nap Time
On the off chance that she gets to take a nap, give her some VitaFusion Melatonin gummies to help her quickly turn off the noise and savor as many minutes in the nap as possible. Only $10.44 for some blissful sleep.
19. Squatty Potty
Too personal? Well, this is a game changer. Help ease her life a bit with The Squatty Potty. Only $24.99!
20. Gloves
My mom saw these exfoliating gloves in my shower and asked me to buy these for her. $9.99 for the pack. (And bonus, she loved this sunblock too.)
21. This book will make mom shed a tear, or two
If you want a low cost but high emotional impact gift, check out this fill in the blank book, What I Love About Mom. (I’m looking at you, college students). It's available on Amazon for $13.99, though you may find it cheaper in your college bookstore.
Happy Mother’s Day!