We’re about to let you in on a huge secret: Most moms just want to feel appreciated on Mother’s Day. (Plus, they’d also love to get a few extra hours of sleep and maybe a massage, too.) A thoughtful gift can elevate mom’s day from simply nice to totally magical, even though she’ll totally say she doesn’t want anything.
The best Mother’s Day gifts are unique gifts for mom that are sentimental without feeling like too much—hitting that sweet spot shows your mom, grandma, sister, daughter, aunt, and any other mothers in your life that you see them and all they do. Complete with a celebratory brunch and plenty of downtime, Mother’s Day 2022 (which falls on Sunday, May 8 this year) is poised to be the best one yet.
To offer a ton of mom-friendly gift ideas, we’ve combed through every corner of the internet and explored hundreds of reviews. From gifts for the mom with a green thumb to presents for the grandmother who wants to feel closer to family, there’s an option on this list for everyone. (We especially like the idea of pairing a few of these ideas together, like walking shoes and a stretching book or a kettle and a matcha-making kit.)
Read on to find all of the most unique gifts for Mother’s Day 2022—you’re guaranteed to find at least one pick that’ll make mom feel just as special as she really is.
Mom is surely cooking at home more often these days, so make it more fun with these adorable measuring cups. They’re also great for serving nuts, candy, and other small items.
Buying your mom flowers for Mother's Day isn't cliché, it’s timeless. There are other, trendier services out there, but 1-800-Flowers bouquets consistently arrive looking fab—and this one is a bestseller.
Help mom stand out with these classy, cute letter necklaces. The 14k gold-plated brass letters are all tarnish-resistant, meaning she'll be wearing it for years to come.
Available in pink and turquoise, this budget-friendly, one-step hair tool is designed to create frizz-free volume. She’ll be able to give herself blowouts in no time, no stylist (or high bill) necessary.
Moms love wine, moms love socks, and moms love cozy things—so of course, these are right up her alley. (Just make sure you actually follow through on the vino.)
Birkenstocks are some of the best walking sandals around—and thanks to their plastic cousins, you can get mom a pair for less than $35! Choose from five sunny colors in water-resistant styles.
Even if you used to spritz each other with tanning oil, you both know the importance of sun protection now. Keep her happy at the beach or lakeside with this bestselling floppy hat with an eye-pleasing monogram.
There’s nothing like a warm bath to recenter and destress from a hectic schedule. A bottle of bath soak (in scents like lavender, jasmine, and rose) makes unwinding that much more pleasant.
If your mom is a badass (we know ours is!), then this lipstick has her name on it. It’s available in 19 shades, goes on smooth, is lightweight, and has a chic matte finish.
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There’s nothing like grandma's cookie recipe. This custom recipe platter will make her feel extra connected to the ancestors in her life—and it guarantees the family gets to enjoy your favorite dish by grandma, made perfectly every time.
This simple, gold-plated bangle by Kate Spade is adorably sweet and thin enough to layer with other bracelets. Yep, she'll cherish it—this bracelet is a no-brainer.
Memorial Day, the unofficial kickoff to summer, is just around the corner. Hint at future family beach days with this roomy, Insta-ready tote bag with a dainty monogram at the top.
A silk pillowcase has serious payoffs: It can help decrease fine lines, smooth wrinkles, and even makes your hair less frizzy. And at $35, this one is a genuine steal.
Hostesses will adore these beautiful agate cheese boards with delicate brass edges. And because they’re made from stone, they’re each unique, making a one-of-a-kind addition to her party decor.
The best gift for a mom or grandma is anything with their kids’ or grandkids’ names on it. You can include up to four of them on this delicate necklace and choose between silver, gold, and rose gold finishes.
It's a fact of life: Moms love bags, and they can never have too many. This now-iconic tote from Baggu is the reusable shopping bag of her dreams—and it comes in dozens of eye-catching colors.
Help mom feel her best with this trio of essentials from our editors. Practicing over 50 stretches and five follow-along routines, she'll power through even the most hectic days. Plus, she’ll get a wellness-focused cookbook, too.
This tiny fill-in-the-blank book lets mom know how much you really love and care for her. It’s completely personal, providing fill-in prompts that she'll come back to time and time again.
Whether her houseplants are real or fake (we don’t judge) this classic watering can looks right at home among the greenery. Plus, with a tool so aesthetically pleasing, she’ll never forget to water her plants!
Whether your mom is always on her feet or just loves comfy shoes, Allbirds sneakers are exactly her vibe. They’re water-resistant, super-comfy, and completely breathable—a revelation for her morning runs and trips to the grocery store.
She loves digging around in her garden. Harmful UV rays? Not so much. This foldable visor (which comes in dozens of unique colors) will keep her skin protected and her head cool.
Sure, there are cheaper digital picture frames out there, but none have an app—the most important part of the process—as good as Lola’s. Both you and your mom will have no trouble uploading your cherished pictures to the device.
TikTok and Instagram are obsessed with these nifty projection lamps, which recreate the golden hour any time of day. Her bedroom just got a little cooler.
If your mom is more of a Frankie than a Grace, she needs this coffee mug ASAP. The maker creates right- and left-handed versions in dozens of groovy colors.
You know who’s really number one in her life: the dog. Let her say it loud and proud via mail, notes, and notebooks. (This gift doesn't come with an ink pad, but you can grab one here.)
She should feel her most serene at home—so treat her to one of the coziest robes available anywhere, with ultra-soft velour fabric and tons of colors for any personality.
If she’s still using an old-fashioned stovetop kettle, this electric one will rock her world in the best way. In just seconds, she'll have water hot enough for her evening cup of tea.
Family scheduling is a lot easier with this gadget, which can rattle off weather, news, and commute times. Plus, it can pull up YouTube recipes and family photo albums in seconds.
At 17 x 13 inches, these pillows have the power to steal your mom’s heart. The cover is muslin, with polyester inside. They’re also a really sweet way to remember (and snuggle with) a former pet.
If a year of quarantine brought new heights to her (already amazing) home cooking, treat her to a few weeks off. SunBasket, a healthy, all-organic, diet-friendly meal kit, will make her feel like the best chef in the world.
Seriously, if she’s still debating whether or not she should get an Instant Pot, just get her one. It'll make cooking so much easier (and delicious) that she'll wonder what she ever did before.
Combining the comfort of a sweatshirt with the high-end looks of a cardigan, this sweater is truly the best of both worlds. Even on days when she doesn't feel like getting dressed up, she'll look like a million bucks.
Wilder than sourdough and weirder than herbs, mushrooms are a perfect pandemic hobby for your mom, especially if she already buys a ton at the farmers market every weekend.
If mom's been wanting to do a tech cleanse, hook her up with this smart alarm clock. It’s a nightlight, white noise machine, and media player all in one—and it’ll help her stop looking at her phone to set and stop her morning alarm.
If mom's in the kitchen more than any other room, she’ll appreciate this elevated sheet pan from cookware startup Great Jones. Its pop of color will make any one-pan dinner a little more special.
If she’s not too proud of her Starbucks habit, hook her up with this matcha-making kit from Golde—it’s a fulfilling (and healthy) morning ritual. And you can show her how to make whipped matcha, for a nice bonding component, too.
Palazzo pants are having a big moment, and this colorful pair is guaranteed to keep mom looking good and feeling comfy from the grocery store to the couch.
Brit Bennett’s spellbinding The Vanishing Half, one of the most lauded books of 2020, tracks the bonds between three generations of mothers and daughters through the second half of the 20th century, making it a perfect gift for Mother’s Day.
SeasideNaturals’ super-hydrating leave-in conditioner is almost like a cheat code for smoother, shinier curls and waves—it’s exactly the product she's been searching for.
Highlight her love of succulents with this vintage-inspired tea towel, which features an old-timey print of her favorite plant family. Tea time has never been better.
This top-rated room spray smells incredible, but its true appeal comes from everything else about it: It's huge, long-lasting, and subtle. And unlike candles, it doesn't require open flames.
Odds are, your mom is still rolling with her first-ever flatscreen. This Mother’s Day, bring her into 2022 with this under-$300 4K smart TV with rave reviews. Bonus points if you help her set it up.
Whether her WFH setup needs a little boost or her walls can never be too crowded, she’ll be thrilled to find a place for this high-quality art print, which is just the right kind of contemporary.
If she’s already worked through all of her Charles Wysockis, gift her this new-school puzzle featuring the breakfast spread she’s always wanted to try. It's like if I Spy was a jigsaw.
A salt box completely transforms the act of cooking, allowing her to pretend that she’s a Michelin-starred chef, even when she’s just cooking pasta—all for only $10.
Her patio probably already looks amazing, but it would be even better with a few of these solar-powered lamps, which are easy to hang and cast an enchanting glow, just in time for warmer weather.
Out of all the wall plaques on Amazon, this one is a bestseller. Mom is always giving, giving, giving to everyone else, so she may be one of the many women who could use a reminder like this on the daily.
A catchall is every mom’s best friend—she can keep her jewelry, keys, and tchotchkes in one convenient (and very cute) place. This one even doubles as a cardholder.
Tie-dye will take her right back to her college days—pretty soon, she’ll want to color everything she's got. With enough dye for 30 projects, this kit will last her a long time.
Swimsuit season is around the corner. Help her get ready for Memorial Day Weekend with this bestselling swimsuit from Amazon. It has raving reviews from shoppers who say it's so comfortable. And the ruffles around the neck are the perfect touch.
Arcona products (beloved by noted mom Regina King) are popular for their ultra-hydrating, anti-aging powers. This Mother’s Day, treat her to smoother, younger-looking skin.
Additional writing by Devin Tomb and Sanah Faroke
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