As a mother and a daughter, I can say Mother’s Day is a fucking minefield. Moms take care of everyone 365 days a year and an acrylic heart with a lame quote written on it doesn’t say, “Thank you for literally giving me life.
After my husband gave me a coffee maker for my first Mother’s Day, I decided my controlling nature would never leave the holiday to chance again. I encourage all people who get celebrated on Mother’s Day to be crystal clear about what exactly they want because it’s better than feeling inwardly disappointed on a day that’s supposed to be about you. This completely avoidable situation has resulted in me acting like a psychopath, but hey, that’s the charm of me!
Admittedly, moms can be hard to find gifts for. I generally shop with three questions in mind: Will she actually use it? Can she eat it (food is always a safe bet)? Is it a luxury she wouldn’t buy herself? The “luxuries” don’t even have to be expensive — maybe it’s a cute sweatshirt to make her daily sweats feel a little more put together or a coffee mug that will make her smile even if cereal gets thrown all over the floor at breakfast.
Presents aside, there are generally two types of moms on Mother’s Day — ones who want total togetherness and ones who want to be left the hell alone. In addition to something wrapped with a bow, giving Mom a mental break will also score you some major brownie points.
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Use your judgment but these extras go great paired with the gifts below: Letting her sleep in (without any little people knocking on the door or barging in), having a coffee hot and ready when she wakes up (and making sure she can take a few sips in peace), and for the real rockstars, making sure the house fully clean.
Keep scrolling for Mother’s Day gifts that she’ll love.
The Best Mother’s Day Gifts 2024:
Let her wear her heart on her back
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Tired as a Mother Hoodie
$54
This sweatshirt is so cute and the back serves as a warning for people to leave her the fuck alone.
She’s not a regular mom…
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Cool Mom Hat
$32
Cover your greasy roots and look cool AF — a win-win!
Just so everyone remembers
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Cool Mom Mug
$20
For all the cool moms to microwave their coffee for the umpteenth time.
The chicest diaper bag in existence
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Dagne Dover Indi Large Knit Diaper Backpack
$215
This diaper bag is a splurge, which makes it a perfect gift. It’s stylish, fits everything, and it can hang from the stroller.
A hair oil for a little self-care
14th Night The Hair Elixir
$68
This potent little bottle helps eliminate frizz and is a true elixir for hair needing a little TLC.
For a chance at a peaceful shower…
JBL Flip 5
$129.95
$79.99
A mom essential whether you’re bringing it to the playground or a bachelorette weekend.
Give the gift of a gorgeous at-home blowout
Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer
$41.63
A way more affordable dupe than the Dyson smoothing brush, the Revlon will dry your hair and give it a blowout finish way faster than your toddler can put their shoes on.
A boost for binge-watching
Cuisinart Microwave Popcorn Maker
$14.99
You will never buy bagged popcorn again — this dishwasher-safe option makes the freshest popcorn EVER. Your nightly Netflix time will be forever enhanced.
Make their morning coffee a little more special
Zulay Kitchen Milk Frother
$20.99
A milk frother will turn your daily coffee into a special little treat every single time.
The easiest path to a snatched face
ESARORA Ice Roller
$18.99
We’re all tired AF but you don’t need to look it.
A gift for her *and* her kids
Mom, I Want to Hear Your Story: A Mother's Guided Journal To Share Her Life & Her Love
$19.95
$15.94
If having kids has bonded you more with your mom, this journal is a great way to learn more about her. So sweet!
Wear it with pride
Ana Luisa 14K Gold Mama Necklace
$58.50
Cute and stylish — and you can add this to your daily necklace stack.
Hot tip: She’s been dying for these slippers
Ugg Womens Scuffette
$94.95
These slippers are heavenly and will keep your feet super warm.
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Topics: Moms
Laura Rizzo Chagani