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To everything there is a season… and every May, one of those things is once again finding yourself completely caught off guard that Mother’s Day is approaching and you are, once again, woefully unprepared. Now you’re scrambling—not only do you have to find a last-minute Mother’s Day gift that will get to her in time, but you have to think of something you haven’t given her in the past. (Or, if this is her first Mother’s Day: Where do you even begin?!)
Fortunately for you, we’ve put together a list of Mother’s Day gifts so thoughtful, so fun, and so useful that she’ll never figure out that you expedited shipping.
When choosing our gifts, we prioritized quick shipping (either de facto or available for an extra fee… think of it as a procrastinator’s tax) as well as items that will make Mom feel valued, seen, and special. We’ve found gifts for every taste and budget, from simple and sweet to luxury and glitz.
From an eye-catching bangle featuring the birthstones of all her children to a fresh flower delivery that’ll freshen up her home to digital gifts that’ll spare you a trip to the store, the only thing you’ll need to think about is what to write in her greeting card. We’ve even included a few items you could give via group effort—your siblings will all thank you for saving Mother’s Day!
While an Amazon gift card is a solid last-minute Mother’s Day gift, go the extra mile and dress it up with this print-at-home version. It’s beautifully designed with flowers for this special occasion.
For the mama who’s looking to switch up her look, this gift card from Warby Parker will be in the right hands. She can use it to shop for new eyeglasses, sunglasses, contacts, and more.
If you’re truly at a loss for what to get your mama, a FabFitFun subscription is a lifesaver for last-minute gifting. Every box contains a bundle of fabulous lifestyle products she’ll appreciate — such as unique beauty goodies, fierce fashion finds, and even some home decor items. There’s something in there for everyone.
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For Long-Lasting Blooms
Lovepop Paper Butterfly & Cherry Blossom Bouquet Pop-Up Card
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For Long-Lasting Blooms
Lovepop Paper Butterfly & Cherry Blossom Bouquet Pop-Up Card
Moms love flowers, but the problem is that they can only last for so long. This beautiful, 3D card is made from laser-cut certified craft paper. The result is an everlasting bouquet for Mother’s Day (or any occasion).
Blankets and throws are an amazing way to make any space feel warm and comfy. However, you could consider getting the mom in your life a blanket made especially with her in mind.
If your mom often complains of cold feet, this blanket with a pocket designed specifically to keep the wearer’s feet warm could be a perfect fit.
Even if your Mother’s Day gift is last-minute, birthday gifts need not be! Simply write the names and birthdays on the 50 circle- or heart-shaped tags and then hang them below their birth month as both a reminder and meaningful wall art.
As one 5-star Amazon review raves, “Bought this for my mom who has six married kids and 14 grandchildren because keeping up with everyone’s birthdays and anniversaries has gotten a little bit hectic for her. She LOVED it! Couldn’t wait to put it together.”
She probably has a favorite coffee mug, so why not complete her morning with a spoon to match (and it’s not just for display — she can actually use it)?
You can’t join her for coffee or tea every day, but with this last-minute Mother’s Day gift, you can still be there to say “good morning.”
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For the Feminist Mama
Harper Wave ‘That’s What She Said: Wise Words from Influential Women’ by Kimothy Joy
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For the Feminist Mama
Harper Wave ‘That’s What She Said: Wise Words from Influential Women’ by Kimothy Joy
Virginia Woolf once said, “For most of history, ‘Anonymous’ was a woman.” But, every now and then, their wit, wisdom, and inspiring lives are preserved for us to learn from.
Artist Kimothy Joy pairs beautiful illustrations with inspiring quotes and biographies of more than 50 luminary women around the world, from Sojourner Truth to RBG to Woolf herself.
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For the Mom Who Enjoys Craft Cocktails
Ten Speed Press Death & Co: Modern Classic Cocktails
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For the Mom Who Enjoys Craft Cocktails
Ten Speed Press Death & Co: Modern Classic Cocktails
Don’t let the title scare you. Death & Co is one of New York City’s premier cocktail bars, renowned for its inventive twists on classic recipes which have won major industry awards for more than 15 years. This book is a must-have for any mixologist — or the mom who just enjoys a nice julep.
This neck massager has nearly 30,000 five-star reviews on Amazon, and people praise it for its sturdy feel and ability to really target sore muscles. Plus, it ships the next day for a last-minute Mother’s Day gift that Mom will want to open right away.
It’ll be especially useful for the mom who can use some relief. As one reviewer shares, “My mom has rheumatoid arthritis and she is absolutely obsessed! She is always flaring up and uses it on her legs, arms, and feet! I was really hoping to find something to help her and this did the trick without paying a fortune!”
One of the joys of motherhood is finding pleasure in the simple things, including (maybe especially) obsessively watching the birds out your window. This birdhouse welcomes small birds, but keeps insects and rot away.
It comes with mounting screws, so your mom can hang it from a tree or a post. Plus, the front opens for easy yearly cleaning.
Expand Mom’s olive oil collection with this set from Brightland. It includes four bottles of cold-pressed olive oil, each infused with different ingredients like garlic, lemon, basil, and a variety of peppers. Each bottle also features a special artist-designed label that’ll stand out in her kitchen.
When popped in the fridge or freezer, these wine tumblers from Host will keep your wine cold for up to 2 hours. The brand makes glasses in martini glass-style, for beer, and for whiskey, too. Plus, they're available for next-day shipping.
If Mom prefers a cup of tea over a cup of joe, this last-minute Mother’s Day gift is a guaranteed win. It includes 40 bags of assorted teas fit for any mood including Moroccan Mint for a pick-me-up, Breakfast Blend to start the day, and Chamomile Lemon to help Mom relax after a busy day.
Send this Etsy seller your favorite photo of Mom, select a size, and a digital print will be ready in 24 hours. All you need to do is print and frame it for a last minute Mother’s Day gift she’ll want to hang up immediately.
An easy, pain-free way to grow her favorite flowers, these all-inclusive grow kits are an easy way to add some color to any room in Mom’s home. The set comes with six different flowers, from sunflowers to forget-me-nots.
Keeping them inside in a sunny spot will save her from several achey hours of kneeling in the soil. Now she can have the garden she’s always dreamed of, without any added effort.
Surprise the mom who’s always on the move with these compression leggings from Girlfriend Collective. Made of 79% recycled plastic bottles, these leggings are sweat-wicking, have four-way stretch, and feature pockets for her phone, keys, and cards.
This is the perfect last-minute Mother’s Day gift for the mama who always remembers her coffee at the last minute. Keep beverages at the perfect temperature (you can control that on the app!) for up to 80 minutes on a full charge or all day on the charging coaster.
It’ll be the one gift she can’t live without as this Amazon review exclaims, “I will not go a day without it! If I had to only take one thing in my house with me it would probably be this!!! Every coffee lover needs one! Or busy mom, sleepy parent, and over worked employee!”
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Full of Yummy Shortcuts
Clarkson Potter ‘Time to Eat: Delicious Meals for Busy Lives’ by Nadiya Hussain
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Full of Yummy Shortcuts
Clarkson Potter ‘Time to Eat: Delicious Meals for Busy Lives’ by Nadiya Hussain
In addition to being our favorite The Great British Bake-Off winner ever, Nadiya Hussain is a busy mom of three and knows that few people have time to bake elaborate cakes every day. This book is the ideal last-minute Mother’s Day gift for the practical home cook who loves to get creative with the limited time she has.
Does anyone ever really outgrow a swing? We love this comfy hanging chair, perfect for reading, chatting with guests, or just basking in the sunshine. Easy to install with a weight limit of 500 pounds, it’s the coziest seat in the house (or outside the house, rather.)
Elisabeth Narine is an Associate Editor at Best Products where she researches gift ideas for every occasion — her work can also be found on BuzzFeed and Forbes Vetted. When’s she not writing, she enjoys rewatching her favorite TV shows and cooking with her boyfriend.
Jamie Kenney is a freelance writer for BestProducts.com; Her other work has appeared on Bustle, Parents, Playboy, McSweeny's Internet Tendency, the Takeout, and Romper, where she covers parenting, news, entertainment, and likes to help readers see the ridiculous (and hilarious) side of motherhood.