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Give back to the woman who does it all with these Valentine’s Day gifts for mom, starting at $8

The best gifts to wow the moms in your life.
Kara Birnbaum / TODAY
/ Source: TODAY

Moms do so much for us. And while we like to think we show them appreciation throughout the year, most of us could manage to do a little more — like surprise them with some extra love on holidays.

For Valentine's Day, it's nice to treat your mom to a little extra TLC. But rather than giving her a boring old bouquet that you just picked up at the farmer’s market, consider gifting her one of these Valentine's Day gifts that go beyond flowers. And believe us, she'll likely appreciate the extra thoughtfulness you put into getting her a unique Valentine's Day gift this year.

Whether you're a mom and are looking for ways to spoil yourself (which we support!) or you want to gift your own mom or friend who is a mom something special for Valentine's Day, we have rounded-up gifts that are sure to wow. For the mom who enjoys cooking or just likes to dress cozy, we have all of the gifts to make her feel loved this Valentine's Day.

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Valentine's Day gifts for moms

Soft Silicone Hair Massager

This bestseller has over 145,000 reviews and a 4.6-star rating because, as we know, healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp. Plus, this massager feels great on your head and is perfect for all types of hair.

Jade Roller and Gua Sha Set

More pampering products? Your mom deserves it! Some people swear it helps to reduce fine lines, even lift your skin, but whether it does or doesn’t it will feel good on her skin and help reduce tension.

What I Love About Mom Fill in the Love Book

This sweet book is full of fun fill-in-the-blank prompts about what you most love about your mom. Thoughtful and personalized and under $15!

Mulberry Silk Pillowcase


It's no secret that silk pillowcases help prevent hair breakage and prevent weird sleep wrinkles. This one comes in 41 colors and is under $11 — a steal! Plus, it has over 21,000 verified reviews with a rating of over 4.5 stars.

SpaLife Tea Spa Bath Salts

Infused with dried petals of lavender and rose, these bath salts were designed with tranquility and relaxation in mind. “After searching for a special gift for a true friend who loves to bathe but is sensitive to scents and chemicals, these were an awesome find,” one verified Amazon shopper added about its gently calming aroma.

The Kirk Estate Six Bar Soap Set

These cold-pressed soaps are made using organic herbs and plant oils from a small farm in upstate New York and smell divine. You can choose from bergamot and geranium, desert (cedarwood, lavender, patchouli), gardener soap (tulsi), lavender, lemon and sage, peppermint, rosemary and juniper, unscented with calendula for sensitive skin/dry skin/face soap, and shaving soap (hemlock and tea tree). Your mom will be thrilled!

Vahdam Tea Blush Gift Set


This trio of high-quality teas made in India is packaged beautifully (no wrapping needed!) and comes with sweet Himalayan green tea, saffron premium masala chai tea and earl grey masala chai tea. Gift it to your mom with a pretty handmade mug for an extra special combo.

Old Navy Valentine Hearts Graphic Pajama Set

You really can’t go wrong with a great set of adorable Valentine’s Day PJs. This pick from Old Navy features a festive pattern, is 100 percent cotton, has a rib-knit waistband and cuffs and is long sleeve — perfect for those chilly winter nights at home.

“Go-To Dinners: A Barefoot Contessa Cookbook”

You can always trust Ina Garten to deliver all of the cozy eats and drinks that’ll leave any mom’s mouth watering. Her latest cookbook is filled with satisfying dinners and desserts (doesn’t overnight mac & cheese and a dark chocolate tart sound like the ideal Valentine’s Day dinner?) that home cooks can easily conquer — though she’d probably appreciate somebody else being on kitchen duty for the night.

Kirkland’s Home A and Z Bookends

If your main lady is a major bibliophile, she’d probably appreciate these mango wood bookends styled after the first and last letters of the alphabet.

In My Mom Era Hat

If your mom is a lover of baseball caps, she will surely appreciate this trendy hat from Etsy. This cotton twill cap features a metal snap buckle with an antique brash finish and six sewn eyelets. Available in four unique colors, this cute cap will help solve all of mom's bad hair days.

Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey

‘80s beauty lovers and TikTok aficionados are both well-versed in Clinique’s Black Honey lipstick, particularly its “ability to flatter a range of ages and skin tones.” Shoppers across multiple retailers can also attest to its color, soft shine and hydrating properties — it’s earned near-perfect averages at Macy’s and Target!

Little Words Project Cool Mom Bracelet

If she's not like a regular mom and can name every celebrity under 30, this is the gift for her. This hand-crafted, beaded accessory features an elastic stretch bracelet and plated brass hardware for a super chic look.

"This was a gift for a dear friend and soon to be first time mama. It was perfect!! She loooooved it!" raved one verified five-star reviewer.

I Love You Blanket for Mom

Whether you live near or far, your mom will appreciate this flannel blanket that expresses just how much you love her. This super soft gift features digital printing so the handwriting won't fade and has 2,100+ verified five-star ratings on Amazon.

philosophy Amazing Grace Gift Set

Your #1 lady will love this sweet haircare and body cream set from Philosophy. Featuring an all-in-one shampoo, conditioner and body wash, this luxe duo has a fresh floral scent and is backed by over 11,000 verified five-star ratings on Amazon.

Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Radiant Concealer

Moonlighting as “shapewear for the eyes and face”, Charlotte Tilbury’s medium-coverage concealer is formulated with skin-friendly ingredients like niacinamide, hyaluronic acid and glow peptide to hydrate, plump, smooth out and illuminate her skin.

Homesick Thank You, Mom Candle

Show mom your appreciation for all she does with this soy wax blend candle from Homesick. She'll love the custom scent which includes notes of bergamot, lavender and sage.

"My mom loved this candle! She immediately starting {sic} burning it and the open concept first floor had a sweet but not overpowering smell to it. Beautiful presentation and everyone I gift them to loves them," said one verified five-star reviewer.

The Citizenry Mara Waffle Towels


Your mom deserves a spa-like experience when she steps out of the shower, and these luxe waffle towels from The Citizenry are surprisingly thick and absorbent despite their light and fluffy feel. We especially love this rose colorway, which is like the sophisticated older sister of millennial pink of years' past.

Giadzy Pasta Duo Box

Give mom the best gift of all: not having to cook for a night. This tasty box includes two Giadzy pastas plus ripe tomatoes sourced from top artisans in Italy, according to the brand. This delicious option will surely spice up her daily rotini.

Glass Flowers with a Message

One-up traditional flowers with these beauties where each color represents a unique attribute, from wisdom to gratitude. These glass flowers feature a curly glass stem so they can sit on a table or be added to a vase.

Quince Mongolian Cashmere Crew Neck Sweater

This cashmere sweater has a relaxed fit, making it easy to layer or wear on its own. It’s also over 60 percent off and available in 17 colors, including a pastel pink that’s perfect for the holiday.

Makesy a Wish DIY Candle Kit

Making a candle with this kit is surprisingly easy and definitely satisfying. Chose the vessel and scents you think your mom would like the best, and then go ahead and buy one for yourself so y’all can have a craft night together!

Saatva Silk Eye Mask

For the mom who’s craving a little extra beauty sleep, this mulberry silk eye mask from Saatva should give her a head start. Aside from feeling super luxe on the skin, the material is also “naturally hypoallergenic, breathable and temperature regulating,” according to the sleep brand.

Vegamour Gro Hair Serum

Thinning hair becomes more of a concern as women age, and this vegan formula aims to target some of her concerns thanks to ingredients like mung bean and red clover that work together to rebalance their hair follicles and soothe the scalp. Shop TODAY holiday editor Rebecca Brown recently gifted this to her mom and has heard raves ever since.

Sunday Riley Power Couple Advanced Retinol and Lactic Acid Duo

Give your mom the gift of great skin with this duo from Sunday Riley. Featuring their best-selling Good Genes All-In-One Lactic Acid Treatment and Luna Retinol Sleeping Night Oil, this set will help brighten the appearance of dark spots and discoloration while smoothing out the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, according to the brand.

Olive Tree


Nothing livens up a space like a plant! This olive tree can be grown indoors or outdoors and will bring a little taste of the Mediterranean into your mom's home. Replant it in a chic stone pot before you gift it to her!

Girlfriend Collective High Waist 7/8 Leggings

For the mom who is always rocking her leggings, this pair from Girlfriend Collective features a high waist with extra support and compression. Not only do they look and feel great, but we love its vast size range (from XXS to 6XL!) and that the material is cut from fabric made from recycled water bottles — so Mom can look fab while also helping the planet, too.

Jollie The Plush Yoga Mat

Is your mama a yogi? This plush, cheerful mat is cute and comfy for anything from yoga to pilates to weight exercises. Plus, a portion of every purchase goes towards funding yoga programs for pediatric cancer patients.

Loop Canvas Judith Needlepoint Kit

This pretty needlepoint could be gifted to your mom in two ways: give it to your mom as a kit to do herself if she’s particularly crafty; or you could complete it yourself and frame it for her!

Ghia Cocktail Box

Ghia is a bestselling non-alcohol aperitif for a good reason: it's just really, really delicious! So if your mom is on the NA train (or just wants to cut back on evening cocktails) she'll love this gift box, which comes with coasters, a gorg glass, two glass stirrers and a bottle of Ghia. Mix with seltzer and pour-over ice — yum!

Brooklinen Super Plush Robe

Super-absorbent and plush, this cozy robe will keep that spa feeling going while she pampers herself at home. We love the special edition colors, too!

Awe Inspired Goddess Necklace

Awe Inspired was founded by three-time cancer survivor Jill Johnson who wanted to create meaningful tokens of strength and empowerment. Any of the goddess necklaces — which feature iconic past, present, and mythical goddesses — are a perfect gift for your mom, as they symbolize the strength it takes to be a mother. You can even have her take the quiz to figure out which goddess is best for her!

Ember Smart Mug 2

Nothing feels quite as good as a warm sip on a chilly day. This popular smart mug with 6,000+ verified five-star ratings ensures her drink is the perfect temperature every single time with temperature presets and an extended battery life that lasts over an hour on a single charge.

Zadro Towel Warmer

Perhaps she wants to be engulfed in warmth on a more regular basis — and what better way to do just that than with a towel warmer? With four timer settings and an extra large capacity to evenly heat whatever they’d like to throw over their body (robes, throws, the works!), this option is one of Amazon’s top-selling towel warmers with over 2,200 verified five-star ratings.

Cloud Massage Shiatsu Foot Massager Machine


Help your mom relax after a long day with this bestselling foot massager from Cloud Massage. According to the brand, it not only relieves pain, but can also improve blood flow, reduce inflammation and stimulate muscle recovery.