After a lifetime of buying your mom all sorts of creative, unique gifts for every occasion imaginable, you probably think you've exhausted all of your options for presents she'll enjoy — which makes shopping for Mother's Day gifts particularly tricky. Already went the cleaned-the-house-as-a-gift route last year? Up the ante for 2023 with something that shows you put your heart into it.
The best way to amp up your gift is to pair an item with an experience. Soothing skincare and a promise of a spa day together at home makes for a fabulous mother-daughter gift, or a custom puzzle featuring a family photo (you'll spend quality time while putting it together). Besides, your mom can probably buy anything she really needs, which is why her day is the perfect occasion to snag her something she wants (like luxurious cashmere that she wouldn't bother buying for herself). This holiday is all about making mom feel pampered and appreciated, and these meaningful Mother's Day gifts do just that with minimal effort and without breaking the bank — though if you are looking to splurge, we have options for that too.
Knock Knock What I Love about Mom Fill-in-the-Blank Book
Knock Knock What I Love about Mom Fill-in-the-Blank Book
Introduce your mother to the world of heatless curls with this silky set that comes with a flexible curling rod, scrunchies and a wearable drying towel.
Personalize this sweet, simple necklace with your birthstone, your mom's birthstone, your siblings' birthstones, your dog's birthstone...you get the point.
Beloved Love & Rest Jojoba, Cedarwood & Chamomile Vegan Shower Gel & Bath Foam
Beloved Love & Rest Jojoba, Cedarwood & Chamomile Vegan Shower Gel & Bath Foam
If you're putting together a goodie basket for your mom, don't forget to tuck in a couple of functional beauty products. This shower gel from Beloved doubles as a bath foam, and the essential oils blend will help her wind down after a long day.
Cushy house slippers will protect mom's knees and ankles as she walks around inside. We hope you and your mom are the same size, so you can steal these adorable slides. 😉
A personalized puzzle is just as thoughtful as a family photo, but much more unique. Consider it two gifts in one as you'll have so much fun putting it together with your mom.
Sam is an assistant news editor at Cosmo, covering all things pop culture, entertainment, and celebrity news. She previously covered those same topics along with health, lifestyle, and beauty at Seventeen. When she isn't draping her cheeks in blush, you can probably find her live-tweeting awards shows or making SwiftToks.