Secure the Status of Favorite Child With These Mother's Day Gift Ideas

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If there's anyone in the world who deserves to be showered with love and appreciation, it's moms. They give up so much, both seen and unseen, for their children — whether young or old. So, when Mother's Day comes around, it's prime time to give a little bit of that love back to her. But what on Earth do you give to the woman who gave you life?

Lucky for you, we've done the work for you. We've done the research, took on the job of testing, and scoured the web to find the best Mother's Day gifts of 2024. From sentimental gifts she'll cherish for years to come to practical presents she'll get plenty of use out of, these gifts are sure to warm her heart. There's also tons of no-fail gifts that anyone can give, from daughters to sons to toddlers and more.

Our Top 10 Mother's Day Gift Ideas

• Minted Heart Photo Collage ($23)

• Brussel's Azalea Bonsai ($45)

• Estelle Colored Glass Mixed Stemware Set ($185)

• Lodge Yellowstone 12" Cast Iron Skillet ($30)

• Dream Tea NYC Custom Tea Blend ($36)

• Stanley The Quencher H2.0 Flowstate 40-Ounce Tumbler ($45)

• 'What Are Moms Made of?' Book ($14)

• Nopalera Cactus Hibiscus Flower Exfoliant ($32)

• Chronicle Books Bird Bingo ($25)

• Loam Herb Bed Candle ($33)

Below, we’ve gathered the 65 best Mother's Day gifts based on the moms in our lives—including our very own editors! From moms celebrating their first Mother’s Day to grandmas ringing in the day with generations of loved ones, these are the sweetest gifts the matriarchs in your family will appreciate.

If you're looking for more ideas, shop our other top gift guides for mom’s special day:

Best Mother’s Day Gift Baskets | Stepmom Gift Ideas | Mother-in-Law Gifts | Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gifts

Foot Pocket Blanket

Cold feet? Don't know 'em. This patented blanket has a special pocket at the bottom that completely encloses her feet. It's the perfect gift for the woman who is always saying she's cold.

The Garden Journal: A 5-year record of your home garden

Creating a great garden means knowing your garden's history. That's why this journal is a must-have for serious gardeners. It'll give her a spot to record insights from each season over a span of five years, as well as keep track of her inventory and includes insights from the author, garden designer Linda Vater.

NETVUE Birdfy Smart Bird Feeder with Camera - Auto Capture & Identify 6000+ Species, Free AI Forever, Ideal Gift for Birdwatching and Bird Lovers

Bird watching has quickly become America's favorite pasttime. If she's ready to join the flock or it's time to level up her game, then get her this bird feeder camera that came in as the top on the market in our testing and research. It includes a phone app that'll even identify bird species for her.

Heart Photo Collage

According to a motherhood quote, to be a mom is "to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body" (Elizabeth Stone). This heart-shaped photo collage makes for a fitting Mother's Day gift—not to mention sentimental wall art.

Diamond Bond Bracelet

Gift one of this set of two bracelets to Mom and keep the other for yourself. It's like the incredibly gorgeous, much more mature version of a friendship bracelet. After all, diamonds are a girl's best friend.

Fanny Pack

Both new moms and those with grown kiddos love this fanny pack/crossbody duo. While it has a sleek low profile like other popular fanny packs, the Ayla & Co bag was built by moms, so it has tons of space.

Azalea Bonsai

You don't have to worry about paying too much for flowers or desktop plants that mom will love. This comes in a pack of two, so you can both have one in your homes. What a sweet way to know you're always thinking about each other!

Everyday Set of 8 Sheet Masks

Give mom the gift of relaxation on her special day with this hydrating face mask set, with ingredients designed to detoxify, brighten, rejuvenate, and more.

Custom Tea Blend

Tea time: You can create a custom loose leaf blend for mom, including a green, chamomile, or black tea base, flavor strength, and added flavors like rose petals or mint. You can even add a secret ingredient like love or joy in honor of your family's matriarch.

Worthy IntenScenual Eau De Parfum

It goes without saying that mom is worthy of all the praise, so why not gift her this fragrance of the same name? Moodeaux's "Worthy" IntenScenual Eau De Parfum has a blend of citrus-floral-woodsy scents that are meant to promote mindfulness.

Rose Bouquet

Since red roses represent love, give mom a double dozen of them this Mother's Day to show your appreciation. Bonus: This bouquet is Amazon Prime eligible for fast delivery.

Flower Bouquet

Or, if she loves a project, you can gift her a buildable (and permanent!) arrangement filled with blocks for roses, snapdragons, poppies, asters, daisies, and grasses.

Herb Bed Candle

Mom can bring the scent of her garden anywhere in her home with this herb bed-inspired candle, thanks to gourmand aromas like lavender and sage.

Cactus Hibiscus Flower Exfoliant

Perfect for skincare gurus, this botanical-based product is a three-in-one oil cleanser, exfoliant, and moisturizer infused with cactus and hibiscus flower to soften and add glow to mom's skin.

Yellowstone 12" Cast Iron Skillet

This is a Yellowstone gift that'll keep on giving: This Dutton Ranch-accented cast iron skillet is made with Lodge's signature vegetable oil seasoning for rust-free cooking.

Momma Bird Tee

The "Momma Bird" bird in your life will love throwing on this adorable T-shirt to remind her of her nestlings.

Women's Bamboo Rib Knit Classic Long Sleeve Pajama Set

Whether she's a new mom or simply in need of some new pajamas, she'll want to live in this rib knit lounging set, which is warm, yet breathable with its bamboo viscose material.

The Quencher H2.0 Flowstate 40-Ounce Tumbler

Stanley's viral 40-ounce tumbler is the perfect gift to help mom stay hydrated (and on trend) while she's on the go. Plus, you can get one in her favorite color since there are nearly 40 to choose from.

Meyer Lemon Tree Live Plant

As the saying goes, when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. Mom will be able to do just that when she grows a sweet selection of her own with this live tree.

Artisan Series 5-Quart Stand Mixer with Pouring Shield

Alerting all bakers: This KitchenAid stand mixer has the capacity to mix up to 9 dozen cookies' worth of dough at a time and has 10 speeds to help tackle tough ingredients.

Favorite Things Gift Set + Jam Tales Digital Cookbook

Help mom satisfy her sweet tooth with this Trade Street Jam Co. set from Oprah's Favorite Things 2023, which the multi-hyphenate says can "bring a little zing to recipes in the accompanying cookbook (e.g., PB&J Oatmeal Bowl, Peach Firecracker Salmon), a cocktail, or a cheese board.”

Birth Month Flower Heart Necklace

This cute, customizable accessory will honor your mom with blooms from her birth month sealed in resin.

Indoor Garden Hydroponics Growing System

If mom wants to start her own herb garden, this indoor growing system can help her get her feet wet with its 12 plant pods, LED grow lights, and a water circulation system that does most of the heavy lifting.

Waffle Robe

Mom will love curling up in this robe: It's made of a breathable waffle material she can don post-shower.

RELATED: The Best Bathrobes for Women

Bath Bomb Essentials Pack

Whether mom needs to recharge or wind down for some sleep, there's a bath bomb for it all in this six-pack set. What's more, each one is designed with a scent to match the mood and infused with natural ingredients like shea butter and coconut oil for a little more pampering.

Lagos Convertible Duffle

Does your mom love to explore? This versatile backpack-meets-duffle bag is a travel essential that will help her travel in style and adjust her load based on her destination.

Kaya Shorty 2-Piece Ceramic Planter

Mom's houseplants can get a new stylish home in this shorty ceramic planter, which has a two-piece design to catch plant drainage.

Red Wine

Her wine down for the day can be taken up a notch with Avaline's signature red, which is defined by a light to medium body and cherry and spice notes.

The Prototype Botanical Lip Oil

If mom likes a fresh beauty look, The Lip Bar's botanical lip oil is a great pick, thanks to its natural mango butter and lavender oil ingredients and transparent, moisturizing shine.

Meals

Whether mom's favorite meal of the day is breakfast, lunch, or dinner, she can take her pick this Mother's Day with this fresh, ready-to-eat food delivery service, ranging from traditional and plant-based to paleo and keto plans to fit her taste. And, let's be honest, all most moms want is to not have to cook dinner.

Mom Gift Bookmark

Every time she puts down her favorite book, she can keep her place and get a sweet reminder of how much she's loved.

Signature Enameled Cast Iron Heart Cocotte

Le Creuset's signature cast iron cocotte gets an adorable makeover with this heart shape design that mom will want to make all of her famous recipes in.

Natural Bilia Bassinet

An amazing gift for moms-to-be, this handwoven bassinet features a foam pad for baby to sleep on and can double as a decorative storage container after they outgrow it.

Electric Wine Opener and Aerator Set

This all-in-one electric wine opener, foil cutter, decanter, and aerator set will make it easier than ever for mom to pour herself a glass.

Bird Bingo

Game night is for the birds, thanks to this game. If her favorite past time is watching her bird feeder camera, then this will be her new activity.

'Home is Wherever Mom Is' Pillow

This cotton pillow is about as thoughtful as Mother's Day gifts come! It features fun lettering and a sweet message. Don't forget the insert!

Gardener's Log Book: A 5-Year Planner

Help mom track her gardening with this handy book that provides enough pages to plan for five years.

3 Piece Aluminum Garden Tool Set

You know she's going to be out in the garden a lot this spring and summer, so surprise her with some nice new tools to dig around with.

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Secret Garden: An Inky Treasure Hunt and Coloring Book

This adult coloring book will bring out Mom's inner kid. Snag a set of colored pencils to pair with it for a slightly more expensive gift.

Microwavable Slippers

The weather might be warming up, but somehow her feet are still always cold. These microwavable slippers might be her new best friend.

RELATED: Cozy Gifts for the Person Who's Always Cold

Faux Leather Tote

Every mom knows the never-ending usefulness of a bag that seemingly never overfills, whether she currently has little ones or they're all grown now. Trust us, she'll love this inexpensive tote.

Freeze Cup Set of 2

Wine night with her best friends just got a whole lot better with these freezable, double-wall insulated glasses. If you want to go all out, we recommend pairing with a good bottle of wine to sweeten the gift!

Project Bag

This portable project bag has plenty of pocket space for all her needles and yarn so she can take her latest piece on the go, or just wrangle it all in one place even at home.

Mason Jar Indoor Herb Garden

No need to go out to the garden when she's got these mason jars in her windowsill. Choose from basil, rosemary, parsley, cilantro, and mint—or get her the whole garden!

The Mindfulness Journal for Busy Moms

Most moms do not have much spare time for relaxing activities like journaling. Enter this pretty journal: It offers relaxation tips, gratitude practice, and breathing lessons in just five minutes a day, making it perfect for any mom on the go.

'What Are Moms Made of?' Book

This sweet book honors the beauty within all moms.

Weighted Blanket

We don't know about your mom, but a weighted blanket is on all of our wish lists. It's the trendiest way to get even more sleep—and it couldn't be cozier.

Bamboo Cheese Board and Knife Set

This handy little board makes assembling her beloved charcuterie as easy as can be. Looking for something personalized or a little more artistic? We've included a few other favorites here!

Recipe Box

Mom can keep all of her favorite recipes organized in this lovely box designed by Rifle Paper Co. Bonus points if you go ahead and fill out some of the recipe cards with family favorites.

Towel Pillowcase

If she has a habit of sleeping on her hair wet or struggles with night sweats or hot flashes, then she'll love this double-side pillowcase that features a protecting microfiber towel on one side and a cozy regular pillowcase on the other.

Shiatsu Neck Back Massager Pillow with Heat

It's no joke: the aches and pains come on when you hit a certain age and they don't stop coming. Keep her feeling her best with this Shiatsu massaging pillow that can be used on her neck or back. It's even heated to really relax the muscles.

Hummingbird Feeder

We all know a mom who lies for watching "her" hummingbirds at the feeder every day. This one will give her a double dose of beauty—both the hummingbirds and the feeder itself.

RELATED: The Best Hummingbird Feeders

Millie Flip Flop Sandal

Introducing: her new favorite sandals for gardening, running errands, and just about everything else. These American-made slides are beyond comfortable and don't leave you with painful rubs or blisters. Throw in a gift card for a pedicure to sweeten the deal.

Foldable Bathtub Tray Caddy

It's time for Mom to take a breather. She'll love being able to sip a glass of wine while reading and also taking a hot bath.

The Layla Nightgown

Any mom would appreciate a luxurious nightgown or pj set that's made for relaxing. These can be monogrammed! Trust us—these are worth the splurge. After over a year of use by one of our editors, her gown still looks good as new—not a pill in sight!

Hand Painted Mugs (Set of 4)

Enjoy a cozy Mother's Day brunch with coffee served in these darling floral mugs.

'You and Me, Mom' Journal

Pass this journal back and forth all year to create new, beautiful memories. Your shared moments will be recorded for years to come!

Wireless Mobile Photo Mini Printer

She'll always have photos of her little ones handy when loved ones ask from now on with this mini printer.

Digital Picture Frame

This easy-to-use digital picture frame will be a hit with any mom. Invite friends and family to download the app, and they can add photos to the frame from afar.

Dipped Ceramic Pitcher

These customizable dipped pitchers are a favorite of women everywhere, and it's easy to see why—they're absolutely adorable. Fill them with a fresh bouquet of flowers for a sweet and stunning gift.

Estelle Colored Glass Mixed Stemware Set

We've been swooning over these fun glasses since we first saw them! Each one is made from hand-blown glass by artisans in Poland, so you can be sure they're the highest of quality.

What I Love about Mom Fill in the Blank Journal

At a loss for words? We get it. This book, which features helpful prompts and space for you to jot down your own thoughts, will help you find just the right thing to say.

Machine

Splurge on this smart cutting machine for the crafty mom in your life. This easy-to-use device will have her making her own greeting cards, adding decals to shirts, and creating labels in no time.

Gordon Ramsay Teaches Cooking

Sign up Mom for MasterClass, and she can take cooking lessons from chef Gordon Ramsay. If cooking isn't her thing, she can take writing lessons from Judy Blume, tennis from Serena Williams, gardening from Ron Finley, and more.

Slim Arctican

Mom can pop the base in the freezer, and this Arctican will keep her drink cold for three hours. Pair one with her favorite hard seltzer for a gift she'll truly appreciate.

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