29 Great Gifts for Mom: Ideas for the Special Mom in Your Life (2024)

Moms are human too So are mothers. They love their children, but they also have plenty of hobbies of their own (cooking, running, games!), and so they deserve gifts that respect them as people, not just as parents. Gifts for mothers shouldn’t be vacuum cleaners or anything related to the typical cleaning that comes with parenting. The perfect gift for a mother is one that shows you know how she likes to spend the rest of her day outside of parenting.

This guide has gift ideas and activities that moms of all kinds will enjoy, whether it’s for holidays like Mother’s Day or Christmas, or you just want to buy a fun birthday present for your mom or, pray to God, your mother-in-law (unless your mother-in-law is amazing! In that case, Mazel Tov!).

Looking for mommy gear to help the mum you love? We’ve got guides for everything from breast pumps and strollers to the best baby products for the first year. And if you’re looking for something a little more specific, be sure to check out our guides for coffee lovers, work-from-home people and people who are always cold.

Update August 2024: We’ve added the Mission Outdoor Cassi Beach Tote, 7AM Enfant Stroller Organizer, and Calpak Terra 35L Tote to this guide.

This guide was contributed by Adrienne So and other members of the Gear team.

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