The 42 Best Mother’s Day Gifts to Give (or Buy Yourself) This Year

With Mother’s Day on the horizon, the pressure is officially on to find the perfect gift for that special person (or people) in your life. Whether it’s your own mom, a partner, a hopeful mother, or, of course, yourself, it goes without saying that it’s no easy feat finding a token of appreciation as exceptional as they are. Of course, as a shopping expert and mom myself, I like to think the options in today’s roundup come pretty close—all 42 of them.

From fashion finds to home décor gems to beauty, jewelry, and everything in between, below, you’ll find the best Mother’s Day gift ideas that money can buy this year, with something for every type of mom and any budget. So those excuses for procrastinating? Leave them at the door and just keep scrolling to get started shopping my picks.

Don’t trust me; trust the over 200 reviews.

When they try to tell you the perfect diaper bag doesn’t exist…

A pretty applicator and an even prettier lipstick shade.

As someone who recently learned you never stop accessorizing (and re-accessorizing) your home, I say give me all the chic coffee table books. 

I love this bra in black, but I’m very into pink this season, so I’m thinking of snagging this shade, too.

Is the mom in question expecting? Then I promise they will thank you for this lifesaving stretchy dress.

Fun fact: All Tatcha products are safe for pregnancy, which makes it ideal for moms and moms-to-be who hate having to switch and scan label after label reading the ingredients in their skincare.

For the astrology buff.

No basic candles here.

Buying a handbag as a gift can often be risky, but this one is failproof.

I don’t fully know what this does, but I feel like I need it on my vanity anyway.

I don’t know a new or expecting mom who doesn’t have this on their wish list.

It comes in nine colors, so you can choose the one that best matches their sheets.

A little Loewe is always a good idea.

Good luck choosing a color!

Who wouldn’t enjoy having this in their home?

Our readers are loving this necklace, and so am I.

A classic choice they’ll wear forever.

A cool dress that’s flattering, bra-friendly, and wrinkle-resistant? Sounds like it was made for moms.

When it comes to earrings, I’m partial to ones that you can wear every day.

Throw in the matching one-piece or bikini while you’re at it.

For the mom whose WFH setup could use a little upgrade.

I love the idea of wearing this bra as a top for summer.

If my husband is reading this, please take note of this slide in particular.

It lives up to the hype.

One word: iconic.

There’s a reason these totes have been in style forever.

A classic top in an of-the-moment color.

Don’t forget to add a photo!

There’s not much to say other than that these are adorable, and I want them, so I’m assuming other moms will too.

Everything this brand makes is so pretty.

Help every day feel like a spa day.

For the cool mom.

A game changer for breastfeeding moms. 

For the mom who hates wrinkles and loves gadgets.

This unisex sweatshirt isn’t just cute and comfortable—it’s also sustainably sourced, locally produced, and raising awareness for postpartum depression by benefitting Postpartum Support International.

This insulated backpack makes commuting, park days, and travel so much easier.

If your mom is a robe person (which mine totally is), she will love this luxe kimono.

Based on its 8000-person waiting list, I’m going to go ahead and assume that this portable, hands-free pump is unlike any other.

Bumpsuit’s pieces are so cute and comfortable, moms will wear them pregnant or not.

Whether you’re seeking fertility, pregnancy, or nursing support, this brand has a nourishing (and delicious) box for you.

It’s going to be an easy yes from me.

Next: The 34 best things my mom, sisters, and I have bought from Nordstrom lately.