Top 30 Gifts for Gift ideas for mom
1Best Smelling Moisturizing Natural Hand Cream – SALT & STONE
InsideHook picks it as a stocking filler that feels like a small luxury; a fast-absorbing hand cream with seaweed extract and vitamin B3. For christmas-gifts-fo
$20Salt & Stone
350 Must-Read Books 1000-Piece Puzzle | Ridley's Games
A 1000-piece jigsaw of a bookshelf of classics, picked by CNN Underscored for readers who like a screen-free evening (for christmas-gift-ideas and book-gift-ide
$24.99Ridley's Games
5Popcorn Bowl Made With Integrity | East Fork
Wirecutter's pick in its mom gift guide: a speckled stoneware bowl that holds 2 quarts and works for popcorn, noodles or salad.
$88.00East Fork
7Classic Cheese & Charcuterie Board | Boarderie
Forbes Vetted calls this ready-to-eat board its best food gift for moms, and one editor says it was a hit at a family holiday and spares a busy host the prep.
$139.00Boarderie
9Folding Treadmill with Incline | Strol 2S Pro
CNN Underscored and Stuff both feature this folding walking treadmill; fits under a desk for someone who wants more steps without a gym.
$549.99Urevo
11Bearaby® Weighted Blanket - 100% Cotton Knitted Weighted Blanket
A chunky knitted weighted blanket from CNN Underscored's pick-me-up gifts, comforting for someone resting or recovering at home.
$199Bearaby
13Mini Orchid | Flowering Plants for Delivery | The Sill
A small flowering orchid that lasts for weeks, a lasting thank you for a teacher or a cheering get-well gift that is easy to look after.
$59.00The Sill
15Uncommon Goods | Ceramic Tea Caddy | tea caddy
CNN Underscored's pick for tea-loving mums; a ceramic caddy that holds around 50 tea bags and looks good on the worktop.
$58Uncommon Goods
17Named in CNN Underscored's mum guide; a body wash, lotion and deodorant style set for a mum who enjoys a spa-like routine.
$90.00Salt & Stone
196 Quart Essential Enamel Dutch Oven
Recommended by CNN Underscored for mums; a roomy enamelled casserole for stews and bread, ideal for a keen home cook.
$89.90Lodge
21Pairfum London Sleep & Pillow Spray 100ml
A 100ml pillow and linen spray made with essential oils, with calming scents such as linen and lavender for winding down at night.
$35.00Pairfum London
23Pavé huggie hoops that sit close to the ear and catch the light.
$118Bonheur Jewelry
2Joy Laforme Spring Terrace 1000 Piece Puzzle
Featured in CNN Underscored's gifts under $25; a bright, illustrated 1,000 piece puzzle for anyone who likes a slow evening in (for christmas-gifts-for-friends,
$19.99Galison
4Never Bored Bandana Board Game | Activity Game Bandana — FOUR RABBIT
Wirecutter's mom gift guide picks Four Rabbit's organic cotton bandana that doubles as a board game, with dice and tokens in a pouch.
$42Four Rabbit
6Forbes Vetted names this pink-and-green set its upgrade pick for mahjong, and an editor likes the carrying case; a splurge for a mum who plays or wants to start
$400.00Oh My Mahjong
8Family Favorites | Softcover Spiral Photo Recipe Journal
Forbes Vetted suggests this personalizable recipe journal so mum can record and pass down her favourite dishes.
$35.10Papier
10P.F. Candle Co. New California Classics Candle Bundle | Save 15%
A candle bundle from CNN Underscored's pick-me-up gifts, a calming way to make a sickroom or sofa feel more comfortable.
$61.2P.F. Candle Co.
12Shiatsu Calf & Foot Massager Pro 2
CNN Underscored lists this heated shiatsu calf and foot massager as a recovery gift; it eases tired legs after hard workouts or long days on their feet.
$289.99Renpho
14Go Pouch Set Candy Shop Stripes - Baggu
CNN Underscored lists this set of three zip pouches; handy for organising a handbag or suitcase, so good for a busy, travelling mum.
$44.00Baggu
16Chili Crisp Hot Sauce Gift Set | Fly By Jing
In CNN Underscored's mum guide; three Sichuan chili sauces in one box, a fun gift for a mum who loves cooking and spicy food.
$45.0Fly By Jing
18Women's Sunday Slipper - Bombas
CNN Underscored picks these cosy Bombas slippers for mums; a warm, comfy gift for someone who likes winter evenings at home.
$85.00Bombas
20gold under eye patches for dark circles by grace & stella - grace & stella
A small, affordable pampering treat that NBC Select recommended for mum, good for stockings and Secret Santa.
$26.00Grace & Stella
22Bonheur Ceili Classic Cable Chain Necklace
A fine gold cable chain to wear alone or layer with pendants she already loves.
$110Bonheur Jewelry
30Canopy Diffuser | Aroma Diffuser - Essential Oil Diffuser
A quiet, easy-clean essential oil diffuser, picked by CNN Underscored for teachers who want to unwind at home after a long term.
$56Canopy
Notice what she stops herself from buying
The best clue is usually something she considered for herself and talked herself out of: too indulgent, not necessary, someone else needs it more. That is exactly the kind of thing worth remembering and getting her anyway. Listen for “I might get one of those” and write it down.
Gift ideas for mom by type
Cozy and comfortable: a soft dressing gown, good slippers, a throw for her chair or a hot water bottle with a knitted cover. These suit a mom who is always on her feet and never sits down properly.
Pampering: a hand cream and body wash set, a bath soak, a face mask or a perfume from a brand she already wears. Stay close to scents she has used before, because fragrance is personal.
For the home: a candle in a scent she likes, a nice mug or a plant that is hard to kill. Small things she will see every day.
Sentimental: a photo book, a framed picture of the family, or a piece of jewelry with initials or birthstones. These work when you write a note to go with them.
Experiences: afternoon tea, a spa voucher, theatre tickets or a day out with you. Time together often beats another thing for the shelf.
Birthday or Christmas?
For her birthday, make it about her alone: one proper gift rather than a pile of small ones. For Christmas, pair a main gift with a few cozy extras, such as socks, chocolates or a book. If you are shopping for Christmas specifically, our Christmas gifts for mom guide has more picks and joint gift ideas for mom and dad.
A family group gift can mean more than any one person's
If several of you want to get her something bigger than any single budget allows, a group pot means everyone contributes toward one properly thoughtful gift, rather than it falling to one person to sort out alone.
What to skip
Anything that suggests she needs fixing, such as anti ageing creams or diet books. Skip generic novelty mugs and mass produced gift sets she will politely put in a cupboard. And avoid household items like vacuum cleaners or kitchen gadgets unless she has asked for one, because they can feel like another chore.
Frequently asked questions
What do you get a mom who has everything?
Choose something consumable or personal: a good candle, a favorite perfume, afternoon tea or a photo book. These do not add clutter and show you paid attention.
What are good gifts for mom on a budget?
Hand cream, a candle, a nice mug and a handwritten note all work well under 20 pounds. Our gifts under 50 guide has more ideas, and the shop picks below can be filtered by price.
What is a good birthday gift for mom?
Pick one thing that is only about her, such as a piece of jewelry, a spa treat or a quality dressing gown. Add a card that says why you chose it.
What should I get my mom for Christmas?
A main gift she will use all winter, like slippers, a throw or a perfume, plus a couple of small extras. See our Christmas gifts for mom guide for more.
How can I give mom a gift from the whole family?
Agree a budget, chip in together and buy one bigger gift, such as a weekend away or a piece of jewelry. A shared list stops two people buying the same thing.
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