With all types of moms out there, you're sure to find something on this list of gift ideas for mom that is sure to please even the most difficult mothers. Hopefully, lol.🙄
....don't forget your
- mom
- wife...if she's the mother of your kids or any kids
- step-mom
- mother-in-law
- daughter
- daughter-in-law
- grandmas
- aunts
- and any other woman you want to honor with a present for being part of your life.
There are all sorts of occasions to need gift ideas for mom.
This post was written in time for Mother's Day, but surely her birthday, Christmas gifts for mom, and any time you just want to say thanks for being my mom.
How well do you know the momma you're celebrating?
Some would love to have a gift to open, others would love to have the gift of time spent together, yet others would appreciate acts of service.
If you know this, your gift will be so much more appreciated.
If you're not sure what that means, it's a concept called the 5 Love Languages, explained in a book by the same name by Gary Chapman.
In it, he describes 5 ways people like to receive love.
His first book was written with romantic love in mind, but now he has a bunch more specific to relationships with young kids and teens.
The Cliff Notes version -
- Acts of Service - they like things done for them, even just filling their gas tank
- Physical Touch - holding hands and hugging, and of course sex, but we're talking our moms here, so, yuck, lol jk
- Words of Affirmation - telling them they're appreciated or celebrated
- Quality Time - spending time with them
- Receiving Gifts - giving them stuff, though, could be picked flowers or found seashells; these gift ideas for mom don't have to cost money
Pair it with their hobby and you've got a winner.
I have broken the gift ideas for Mom down by hobby, but then added ideas from acts of service and time added in with the gifts to purchase.
Gift Ideas for Mom Who Gardens
- Flowers
- Clean up her yard
- Visit a garden center together
- Gardening gloves
- Birdhouse and birdseed
- Expandable hose
- Wheelbarrow
- Windchimes...mine have survived 20 New England winters
- Bat House...they eat all the mosquitoes
- Birdbath...and a bird-watching book
- Gardening tools
- Yard Art
Sloggers Women's Waterproof Rain and Garden Shoe with Comfort Insole, Midsummer Black, Size 9 Style 5102BK09
Woodstock Amazing Grace Chime, Medium, SilverStokes Select Provincial Screen Bird Feeder with Brushed Copper Metal Accents, 2.0 lb Seed CapacityAvoSeedo Bowl Set Grow Your Own Avocado Tree, Evergreen, Perfect Avocado Tree Growing Kit for Every Avocado Lover with Plan Pot - Green & WhiteBall freshTECH Automatic Jam and Jelly MakerCanson XL Series Mix Media Paper Pad, Heavyweight, Fine Texture, Heavy Sizing for Wet and Dry Media, Side Wire Bound, 98 Pound, 7 x 10 Inch, 60 Sheets - 100510926O'Keeffe's Working Hands Hand Cream, 3.4 ounce JarNature's Approach Aromatherapy Basic Herb Pack, Celestial Indigo
Gift Ideas for Mom Who Loves Tech
- Earbuds
- Phone case
- Webcam
- Tablet Stand
- Phone Clip-on Camera Lens
- Smart Notebook...so cool I want one!...*requires these pens
X7N07A, Print Social Media Photos on 2x3 Sticky-Backed Paper - White
Gifts for the Weary Mom Who Needs a Pick Me Up
(That's all of them in case you're wondering)
- Facial Mask
- Gua Sha Set (read this to find out how to choose a facial roller)
- Gift Certificate for a Manicure or Pedicure
- Gift Certificate for a Massage
- Travel Mirror
- Makeup Brushes
- Travel Case
- Nail Art Kit
- Cleansing Brush System
- This DIY Idea
- Makeup Sponges
- Makeup Brush Cleaning Tool
- Makeup Brush Cleanser
Nail Art Brushes, Dotting Pens Marbling Detailing Painting Striping Tools 20pc Kit Set with Roll-Up Pouch - Best for nail art and facial detailed painting - FREE eBook with Design IdeaZonLi Cooling Weighted Blanket 15 lbs(48''x72'', Twin Size, Grey), Cooled Weighted Blanket for Adults, 100% Cotton Material with Glass BeadsCalm the F*ck Down: An Irreverent Adult Coloring Book (Irreverent Book Series)Marpac Dohm Classic (White) | The Original White Noise Machine | Soothing Natural Sound from a Real Fan | Noise Cancelling | Sleep Therapy, Office Privacy, Travel | For Adults & Baby | 101 Night TrialWarrior Goddess Training: Become the Woman You Are Meant to BeStart Where You Are: A Journal for Self-ExplorationHandmade Goat Milk Soap Oatmeal 'n Honey Soap (2 Pack - 4.5oz./Bar)What the F*@# Should I Make for Dinner?: The Answers to Life’s Everyday Question (in 50 F*@#ing Recipes)
Gift Ideas for Moms Who Love to Cook
- Single Serve Blender
- Apron
- Blender/Food Processor...I love mine
- Griddle....one of my favorite purchases
- Waffle Maker...we use ours once a week ....so quick
- Water Filter
- NuWave Counter Top Convection Oven... I have this lifesaver
- Measuring Cups, like these super cute ones
- Himalayan Salt Block
- Artisan Meats - check out this club for foodies
12x8x1.5 for Cooking, Grilling, Cutting, and Serving, Food Grade Rock Salt Stone with Steel Tray & recipe Pamphlet
More Gift Ideas for Mom
For the mom who loves to learn new things.
Gift ideas for a mom who loves tea.
Want to make a list for yourself?... get this free printable Mother's Day (or any day) Wish List.
catherine hodder
Tuesday 1st of May 2018
These are great and novel ideas!
Laurie O'Rourke
Wednesday 2nd of May 2018
Thanks, Catherine, glad you like them :)