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Unique gifts for mom that will make you the favorite this year, from stocking stuffers to cozy apparel

We've got you covered with everything from a cozy robe to an instant camera.
Vivian Le / TODAY

Not all heroes wear capes, especially moms, but they still deserve all of the appreciation and recognition for everything they do. Moms work hard to make sure everyone has everything they need and always seem to have it all together, which can make them difficult to shop for.

If you’ve been searching endlessly for the perfect gift for your mother and are in need of some help, we’ve got you covered with this gift guide of the best gifts for moms who do it all, and maybe even have it all. 

Whether it’s her birthday, Mother’s Day, or the holiday season, this list will offer a selection of useful and thoughtful gifts for mom that she’ll actually enjoy. The best part about this list is that most of the options make suitable gifts for mother figures in your life, including grandmothers, stepmoms, mothers-in-law, aunts, and even godmothers, no matter their interests.

It doesn’t matter if she relishes in serene moments alone, enjoys cozy loungewear or loves having company over for a glass of wine, there’s something for every kind of mom.

To quickly jump to the category you’re looking for, click on the links below or keep scrolling to see all 40 gifts for mom.

Stocking stuffers for Mom | Beauty gifts for Mom | Home gifts for Mom | Fashion gifts for Mom

Stocking stuffers for Mom

e.l.f. Cosmetics Monochromatic Multi-Use Stick

A Shop TODAY Gifts We Love favorite, this 3-in-1 stick can be used for blush, lipstick and eyeshadow to make any multitasking mom's life easier. With seven neutral shades to choose from, this miniature stick from e.l.f. is easy to stash in any clutch, purse or bag for touchups while on-the-go.

Refillable Perfume Atomizer

Associate SEO editor Kamari Stewart's mother swears by these refillable perfume containers, so she can take her classic scents with her, no matter where she goes.

Peripera Ink Velvet Lip Tint

This popular tint was noted as a "good stocking stuffer for lipstick-wearers" by commerce editor and producer Julie Ricevuto. The Shop TODAY Gift We Love is available in 39 colors and lasts all day, making it perfect for going from the office to a night out.

Kitsch Satin Pillowcase

Satin pillowcases have been known to improve both hair and skin quality. They're less absorbent than other fabrics, helping to keep moisture and natural oils intact, according to experts.

For less than $15, you have the option of choosing a solid color to match your mom's bedding or add some fun with one Kitsch's numerous collabs with Barbie, Elf, Harry Potter, Disney Princesses and more.

Chamberlain Coffee Variety Pack Single Packets

If mom can't go a day without a little caffeine kick, these coffee packets from Chamberlain Coffee offer a solution in single serve, if she doesn't want to make a full pot.

There are five different blends in this pack that she can either put in the fridge overnight or add hot water to make hot or cold coffee.

Rabbit Electric Corkscrew

If she enjoys winding down with a glass of wine every now and then, this electric corkscrew makes the process easier, doing all the work without any extra elbow grease.

Woobles Llama Crochet Kit

If mom has been wanting to exercise her crafty side, this beginner crochet set has got her covered. Included are the instructions for completing a llama plush, as well as a crochet hook.

Woobles has a vast collection of petite characters to crochet, from the Peanuts crew to Harry Potter favorites and animals such as dinosaurs, unicorns and more.

Best beauty gifts for Mom

Burt’s Bees Hand Repair Kit

Keep her hands soft with this hydrating bundle from Burt’s Bees. The bundle includes two hand creams, a cuticle cream and a pair of gloves to seal in moisture.

SpaLife Soothing Petal-Infused Effervescent Mineral Bath Salts

Give Mom a spa day every night in her bathtub with this bath salt set. Each set comes with one jar of lavender and one jar of rose-scented bath salts, all beautifully packaged in jars with copper accents.

bliss Youth Got This Moisturizer

Help the mom in your life maintain her youthful glow with this hydrating moisturizer. Its pure retinol formula helps diminish fine lines and counters environmental damage.

Enfusia Luxurious Full Size Heart Bath Bombs

Bath bombs are a great way to pamper Mom. This set of four bath bombs come with lavender- and rose-scented products and are handmade in the United States.

Henry Rose Discovery Set

This six-piece set of dreamy unisex fragrances are a great introduction to a new clean brand. Each scent is light and unique (we personally love Jake’s House).

Origins Bestsellers for Best Skin Set

For the mom who looks after her skin year-round, consider this set from Origins. The set includes six of their top-selling skin care products, along with an adorable bag to keep them all in.

Lollia Bubble Bath

Not only was this luxurious bubble bath featured in our Oprah's Favorite Things list, but it's also super hydrating thanks to nourishing ingredients like avocado oil, vitamin E, aloe leaf extract and more. As a bonus, it even has a soothing floral scent with notes of vanilla bean and sugar cane.

Auraglow Complete LED Whitening Kit


Smiles from Mom are always warm and inviting. For the mom who’s looking to amp up her smile, consider this whitening kit. The kit includes a rechargeable LED light, teeth whitening gel, a built-in timer, storage case and charging cable.

Best home gifts for Mom

Starbucks Medium Roast Coffee Holiday Blend

"Who doesn’t love a holiday-edition flavor, especially if it’s the best blend from Starbucks?," asks associate social media editor Dani Musacchio. Not us! “My mom is obsessed with Starbucks Holiday Blend, and she stocks up every year so I’m getting her a bag as part of her gift,” Musacchio says. The blend has notes of sweet maple flavoring​ and herbs.

“Cook with Me: 150 Recipes for the Home Cook,” by Alex Guarnaschelli

If Mom loves to cook, then this cookbook from Food Network chef Alex Guarnaschelli is a must. The cookbook is filled with 150 recipes that are easy to make with ingredients she likely already has in her pantry.

Vobaga Coffee Mug Warmer

Whether Mom works from home or not, she’ll love this mug warmer to keep coffee and tea hot while she inevitably gets sidetracked by something else throughout the morning. The stand allows her to change the temperature of the heating element with just one touch so she can warm up her drink or allow it to cool off.

Corkcicle Metallic Stemless Glass

For the mom who loves wine or cocktails, the Corkcicle metallic stemless glass is ideal. The glass can keep drinks cold for up to nine hours and hot for up to three.

Brooklinen Mulberry Silk Eye Mask

After a long day, mom deserves to relax. Make it more luxurious by gifting her a luscious silk eye mask. This option from Brooklinen is available in nine colors, so you can match it to her favorite pajamas.

Kobo Candles Plant The Box Scented Candles

This isn’t your average candle. Sure, it comes in classic scents that she’ll love like lavender, mint and thyme. But the best part is the packaging. The box is biodegradable and is infused with seeds so she can plant it in her garden and grow the plant the candle is based on.

Great Jones Patty Cake

For the mom who’s always looking for new baking recipes, you can’t go wrong with gifting her a high-quality cake pan. This one from Great Jones is described by the brand as “making baking so easy it’s kid friendly.” The wavy pattern on the bottom is designed to help food come out easily and resist scratching. Plus, it’s dishwasher-friendly so she can save the elbow grease.

Pura 4 Smart Fragrance Diffuser

Every year, one of editor Vivien Moon’s family members gets more gifts than others –and this year, it’s her mom. One of those extra gifts is a Pura fragrance diffuser, which uses smart technology to allow users to customize their scent experience. You can pair the diffuser with one of Pura’s many scents, including Havana Vanilla and Lavender Balsam.

PhoebeandJune Personalized Stationery Set

One of our favorite gifts for a mom who has it all is personalized stationery. Florals adorn this set that make it perfect all year.

Owala 40-Ounce Stainless Steel Tumbler

Owala has released its own 40-ounce tumbler, and it’s a must-have item for anyone on the go. One of our editors said, “It has a splash-resistant lid that makes drinking from the straw at an angle easy and doesn’t leak which is super helpful because I know some competitors don’t have that design element.”

Buffy Cloud Pillow

All moms deserve a soft pillow to lay her head on at the end of the day. The Buffy Cloud Pillow is super soft and using a cooling technology to help keep her comfortable whether she’s sleeping or binging her favorite Netflix shows.

Kodak Printomatic Instant Print Camera

Reminiscent of a Polaroid, this compact Kodak camera lets you make instant memories. With the touch of a button, it captures a moment and prints a colored, 2-by-3-inch photo using the brand’s tried-and-true Zinc Photo Paper. Not to mention, it’s a Gifts We Love winner.

Caraway Food Storage


Available in six earthy shades, this food storage solution from popular brand Caraway features a non-toxic, ceramic-coated glass and will become her favorite tool for storing leftovers.

New York Times Custom Front Page Puzzle


Deputy editorial director Ali Deabler recently gifted this to her puzzle-loving mom. "This is neat because you can choose their birthday, or another important date," she says. "It comes in 500- and 1,000-piece options."

Smallwoods At Home Sign


Everyone knows that home is the coziest place on earth because Mom makes it so. This sign will serve as a warm and welcoming reminder to guests new and old and it's one that editorial assistant Sierra Hoeger says her mom already owns (and loves!).

Spring & Mulberry Discovery Set Chocolate


This five-pack of date-sweetened chocolate bars is as decadent as it is gorgeous. Included in the set are five flavors, including a lavender, bee pollen and rose petal bar that's almost too pretty to eat.

Vitruvi Stone Diffuser

Not only will Mom’s home smell delightful, but the soothing scents are a great way to unwind after a long day. The Vitruvi stone diffuser has a minimalist shape so it matches any home style and is offered in up to a dozen different colors.

Zadro Luxury Ultra Large Towel Warmer

There’s nothing like warm towels or sheets right out of the dryer. Give Mom that feeling every day with this towel warmer that can accommodate robes, blankets or up to two towels at a time. It automatically shuts off when it’s not in use for safety.

Kindle Paperwhite

This highly rated, 16-GB Kindle Paperwhite is a necessity for moms who love to read. The warm light of its 6.8-inch display screen is adjustable, and the powerful battery can last over two months on a full charge. Hoeger recently gifted this to her mom and says, “I bought one for myself last year over Prime Day and hit my reading goal so quick with it!” She continues, “My mom is also a fellow reader so I wanted to gift her one to also reach her reading goals with.”

Bearaby Velvet Napper Weighted Blanket


Weighted blankets are proven to relieve stress and improve sleep. We love this faux-velvet weighted blanket because instead of beads or weights, the weight comes from the woven fabric. These blankets are also eco-friendly and are made from recycled marine plastic.

Best fashion gifts for Mom

The Best Friend Zipper

Women everywhere often struggle getting dresses zipped up all the way by themselves. Enter The Best Friend, a device that helps Mom zip her dress up without assistance. All she has to do is clip the device to the zipper before slipping on her dress, then pull up. Unclip The Best Friend and off Mom goes looking fabulous, as always.


32 Degrees Poly-Fill Shirt Jacket

Complete with a quilted design and a plush filling, this lightweight poly-fill jacket is a chilly-weather necessity. It features two chest pockets as well as two side pockets, along with a convenient snap closure. Plus, it's another popular pick from Oprah's Favorite Things.

Soma Short-Sleeve Top + Pants Set

Shop TODAY editors love Soma pajamas, and associate editor Kamari Stewart is gifting her mom this festive pair. “Soma has some of the coziest PJs,” Stewart says. This pair features pockets and a comfortable scoop neck.

Fireside by Dearfoams Sydney Shearling Scuff Slippers

She'll love slipping her feet into these plush shearling slippers at any opportunity. They are highly rated on the brand’s site and come in four different colors. According to the brand, they have naturally water-resistant uppers and a durable outsole that can be used both indoors and outdoors.

Mint & Lily Statement Initial Necklace

Personalize your gift with this high-quality initial necklace that’s part of the Gifts We Love list. It’s plated in 18-karat gold, and the delicate chain leaves attention on the featured letter. Plus, it’s even available in rose gold and silver

Kendra Scott Elisa Cat Pendant Necklace


If your mom is a cat lover, then this delicate Kendra Scott necklace is for her. The necklace comes in three colors and is subtle enough to wear every day to add a bit of sparkle to her outfits.

Secret Garden Slipper


If she's always cold, these hand-embroidered slippers by artisans in Nepal are perfect for her. They're easy for her to slip on and off quickly and are so intricate.

Merci Maman Personalized Signature Disc Necklace


Sales previously gifted this personalized necklace to her sister who's a new mom and it was a hit. Moms new and old will love it. You can engrave their name or a special phrase on one or both sides and you can even add a mini charm.

True & Co Any Wear Robe

Give Mom a cozy robe she won’t want to take off. This one is made from French terry, which means it’s super lightweight for warmer days but just heavy enough to keep her warm when it’s chilly. Every time you go to Mom’s house, she’ll likely be wearing this and her PJs because it’s so comfortable.

Lululemon Chargefeel 2.0 Sneaker

The recently released Chargefeel 2.0 is a great gift for fitness-loving women who appreciate neutral running shoes.