Moms may love their kids and family, but they definitely have lives that extend outside of it. As such, we like gifts that treats moms not just as parents, but as people with their own hobbies and interests. Whether you’re buying a gift for your mom, someone else’s mom, or a friend who happens to be one, it’s a good thing to keep in mind if you want to give them a present they might actually appreciate.
That doesn’t mean you have to avoid gifting moms with stuff they can use for parenting and managing a household. If you’re going to go that route, though, we recommend going the extra mile, picking out something a bit more extravagant or indulgent than they’re likely to get for themselves. In fact, we’ve got a lot of those items here, since they’re a common denominator when shopping for many parents. For gifts that align with specific interests, we did include a few here, although you’ll probably be best served checking out the rest of our gift guides.
These are the best gifts for the moms in your shopping list.
Warmies Slippers
An affordable gift for moms, these comfy slippers have an upper made with plush-looking faux fur and a sole cut in supportive memory foam, making it a joy to slip into and wear around the house. Even better, it’s microwaveable, so you can heat it up a bit before wearing, ensuring they cover your feet in a warm and toasty embrace. It doesn’t just cool off quickly, either, with the slippers maintaining their toasty feel for the better part of an hour. Plus, it’s got a pleasant lavender scent that sticks around, although the fragrance does dissipate slowly over many months of use.
Calista StyleDryer Pro
This hair care tool combines a hairbrush and a blow dryer in one, making it a wonderful gift for moms of all ages. It’s one of the more affordable models in the category and it has one of the simplest designs, too. Despite that, it is very effective at what it does, allowing you to dry, volumize, and style your hair all in one go. This one is particularly targeted towards women with shorter hair, by the way, so might want to look elsewhere (or choose a different model) for those who maintain long, flowing locks. Because of its simpler design, it’s easier to use, too, making it great for moms who don’t like more complex contraptions.
Pura 4 Smart Fragrance Diffuser
There are many ways to add a pleasant fragrance to your home, from simmering some potpourri and decorating with eucalyptus leaves to using a fragrance lamp with essential oils. The Pura 4, though, may be the easiest way to add fragrances to any room. A scent diffuser that holds two different fragrance vials, it plugs into a wall outlet and pairs with an app that lets you control the intensity of the scent it diffuses. You can also set operating schedules and switch between each vial from the app, complete with remote support, since it connects using a Wi-Fi connection. According to the outfit, each fragrance vial can last for about three weeks at medium intensity when running for around eight hours a day, so this is pretty low-maintenance, making it a great gift for moms who like maintaining a fragrant space.
Beis The Sport Carryall
We’ve heard people call it the best mom tote ever. We have to agree, as it’s got a pretty clever design that makes it a great gift for moms, regardless of their particular interests. It’s got a spacious main compartment like many of our favorite tote bags, along with a padded laptop sleeve, large exterior pockets on the front and back, a slip pocket, and water bottle pockets on the sides. Not only can you use it as a diaper bag or a shopping bag when needed, but it can also carry a tennis racket, a yoga mat, and all sorts of other gear for various activities. Simply put, it’s one amazing tote that active moms can find endless uses for.
Brooklinen Super Plush Robe
Yes, robes are a pretty cliché gift for moms. It’s for good reason, though, since everyone loves a really good robe and moms need to get clean a lot with all the mess they put up with, especially with smaller kids at home. This one from Brooklinen is made with 100 percent Turkish cotton that’s incredibly soft and plush, with deep pockets, foldable cuffs, and an adjustable waist belt. It holds up really well, too, retaining its fluffy texture even after multiple trips to the washing machine.
Calzuro Classic Clogs
We know plenty of moms that love these rubber clogs, which will keep their feet feeling good and looking good through various activities throughout the day, It’s got raised node on the underfoot to promote circulation, a raised heel to reduce fatigue when staying up on your feet for long periods, and a ridged outsole that prevents slipping even on wet floors. These clogs are built to last, too, as it uses a rubber compound that can withstand high temperatures and a whole lot of abuse.
Softies Ultra-Soft V-Neck Lounge Set
Sweatshirts and sweatpants don’t exactly make for the most attractive style, but there’s something about this lounge set that really makes it work. Each set comes with a sweatshirt and drawstring sweatpants, with the top sporting a V-neckline that’s absolutely flattering and the bottom sporting a straight-leg design that’s equal parts relaxed and refined. It’s made with the outfit’s “Marshmallow fabric” that’s incredibly soft and absolutely sweet-looking. Do note, the pants run a bit shorter for taller women, so it might not be the best gift for the taller moms in your shopping list.
Manio Cashmere Wrap
Scarves are incredibly versatile accessories, making them a popular gift for moms all year round. This sumptuously soft cashmere wrap takes that versatility and gives it a luxurious flair, making for an accessory that can work in a whole lot of settings. You can loop it around your neck like a scarf, let it drape over for a loose vibe, wear it like a shawl for extra warmth, or wrap it over your head when there’s a light drizzle. Like we said, it’s very versatile, on top of being very pretty and very soft with its 100 percent cashmere construction.
Aura Carver Digital Picture Frame
More than a digital picture frame, this device includes a companion app that you can use to upload pictures onto the device, allowing you to update mom with new photos on the regular. That’s right, simply upload a photo from the app and she can immediately view it on the frame, making it easy to post photo updates without having to make her log into her Facebook account. It’s a clever and simple way to stay in touch, allowing mom to easily keep abreast on how the kids are doing, your travel adventures, and everything else in between, all without saying a single word.
Emile Henry Pantry Bowl
Does mom need a new pantry bowl? Probably not. Will she want this particular pantry bowl when she sees it? We’re guessing, yes. Heck, we wanted it for ourselves the first time we saw it, in fact. It’s just downright pretty. Made in France, it actually consists of two nesting bowls. The bottom bowl is made from ceramic and is meant to hold potatoes, onions, and other root crops, while the top bowl is cut in cork with a design that’s perfect for holding fruits. The cork top absorbs moisture, while the ceramic bottom bowl comes with ventilation holes, ensuring both vessels can help keep their contents fresher for longer. It’s just as cleverly-designed as it is beautiful.
Theraface PRO Microcurrent Facial Device
A gift for the beauty-conscious mom, this pulsating device is a percussive massager that combines a relaxing facial massage with trendy skin treatments, allowing it to reduce tension on the face while improving the condition of your skin, too. It comes with eight attachments, including four different types of massagers, three light therapy attachments (red light, blue light, and infrared), and a microcurrent device that applies small currents of electricity to stimulate facial muscles and promote firmer skin. It’s, basically, a specialized version of those massage guns that’s custom-designed for going to work on your face, jaw, head, and neck.
Dyson Airwrap
Yes, it makes for quite the pricey gift for mom. However, it’s also quite possibly the ultimate hair gadget today and an excellent pick if you’re looking to splurge on your mom this holiday season. It can dry hair, curl it, straighten it, shape it, smoothen it, and more, all without inflicting any damage, since it uses intelligent heat sensors that maintain safe temperatures at all times. If you’re buying a present for a mom who likes doing her own hair, you can’t go wrong going this route. Sure, you can get similar devices for a fraction of the price, but this is the original and, in our opinion, the absolute best of the lot.
