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Mother’s Day is an opportunity to show how thankful you are for the nurturers in your life. Of these mother figures, Oprah says, “Y’all know I believe they are life’s greatest spiritual teachers. A mother’s role is so profound—they’re tasked with guiding and shaping a future generation with a loving heart and trying to raise kind people in the world.” So whether you want to honor your mom, sister, grandma, or best friend turned new mom, these unique Mother's Day gifts will help you communicate how much you appreciate them and everything they do.
Granted, mothers can be notoriously hard to shop for, especially when they claim they already have everything. While there's nothing wrong with giving your mom something practical, consider something a little more meaningful this year: a personalized piece of jewelry (or art!), a book that celebrates the special bond between mothers and daughters, a gourmet treat for your favorite foodie, or even an entire Meyer lemon tree if she's got a green thumb. If your mom is more matter-of-fact than mushy, you might do better with a useful item (think cozy slippers or a dreamy eye mask).
No matter how many great ideas you have for a unique Mother's Day gift—breakfast in bed, a scenic stroll, a quiet staycation, or even a virtual celebration—it's always nice to treat mom to a thoughtful present you know she'll love.
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Becomes a Keepsake
Eyp Publishing Mom, I Want to Hear Your Story by Jeffrey Mason
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Becomes a Keepsake
Eyp Publishing Mom, I Want to Hear Your Story by Jeffrey Mason
This beautiful guided journal will help solidify the mother-daughter bond you two already have. (The prompts and questions inside make it easy for her to share all the great stories and memories from her life.)
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Gets Softer Over Time
Softies Ultra-Soft Marshmallow Hooded Lounger
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Gets Softer Over Time
Softies Ultra-Soft Marshmallow Hooded Lounger
$119 at Oprah Daily Shop
If there's anything mom really wants for Mother's Day, it's to kick her feet up and relax. This soft lounger will help her do just that. Pair with some cozy slippers or socks for a comfy and thoughtful gift.
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Sprouts in a Few Days
Uncommon Goods Birth Month Flower Grow Kit
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Sprouts in a Few Days
Uncommon Goods Birth Month Flower Grow Kit
Gardening moms will love growing the beautiful flowers of her birth month. Each kit comes with everything she needs, including seeds, a cork lid, potting soil, care instructions, and a glass grow bottle.
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Doubles as a Neck Massager
Kanjo Memory Foam Acupressure Foot Mat
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Doubles as a Neck Massager
Kanjo Memory Foam Acupressure Foot Mat
Kanjo's memory foam mat has acupressure points designed to target sore spots. It's the perfect way for your mom to reduce pain and relieve tension, and she can travel with it, too.
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For Artistic Moms
Pink Picasso Adult Paint-by-Numbers Kit
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For Artistic Moms
Pink Picasso Adult Paint-by-Numbers Kit
Consider it an elevated version of adult coloring books. Instead of filling the pages of a flimsy notebook, your creative mom will end up with a professional-looking painting that she can frame and look at with pride.
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Bears Fruit the First Year
Joel & Danny Trejo Meyer Lemon Tree
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Bears Fruit the First Year
Joel & Danny Trejo Meyer Lemon Tree
Meyer lemon trees make good gifts because they can thrive outside or inside. The fruit is a cross between sour lemons and sweet oranges, and Mom will absolutely love coming up with new ways to use her crop.
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For a Versatile Wardrobe
Ubuntu Life Handmade Suede Espadrille Mule Shoes
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For a Versatile Wardrobe
Ubuntu Life Handmade Suede Espadrille Mule Shoes
If anyone deserves—actually, needs—these comfortable, handmade mules, it's a mom. "When I’m rushing out the door, I like something I can just slide on," Oprah said when she selected them for her Favorite Things list.
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Available in Four Designs
Triple T Studios Glass Sakura Cat Mug
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Available in Four Designs
Triple T Studios Glass Sakura Cat Mug
Does she own a cat or just love felines in general? Then an adorable glass mug could be the purr-fect Mother's Day gift. This cute sakura-inspired design will make her teatime extra special.
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Fewer than 100 Calories per Serving
Fresh Vine Chardonnay
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Fewer than 100 Calories per Serving
Fresh Vine Chardonnay
This classic chardonnay has a golden straw color with a strong nose of pear, green apple, lychee, hazelnut, and oak. Fresh Vine has a collection of premium, naturally low-carb and low-sugar wines that Mom is sure to enjoy.
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Kids Will Love It, Too
I See Me! Custom Super Mom Book
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Kids Will Love It, Too
I See Me! Custom Super Mom Book
Make Mom the hero of the story with the illustrations to match. Pick her nickname, skin tone, hair color, pronouns, accessories, and more. This customized adventure book is a heartwarming way to remind Mom of just how super she is.
Brümate's single-cup, barista-quality pour-over brewing system might be the new thing she can't leave the house without. She'll get excellent coffee on the go while she saves money and reduces cup waste.
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100% Cotton
Favorite Daughter Mom of the Year Sweatshirt
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100% Cotton
Favorite Daughter Mom of the Year Sweatshirt
What better feeling than kicking back and relaxing after a long day of doing the most exhausting job of all—being a mom? Reward her with this cozy sweatshirt, perfect for lounging around as a family!
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Ships with a Handwritten Gift Note
ekuBOX Blue Hawaiian Mini Spa
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Ships with a Handwritten Gift Note
ekuBOX Blue Hawaiian Mini Spa
This thoughtful gift box for Mother's Day gives her a luxurious spa experience at home. Let her enjoy some well-deserved pampering with this body wash, face mask, lotion, candle, and sparkling wine gummies.
Brigitt Earley
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Emma Sutton-Williams
Freelancer
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Commerce Editor
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