You’ve blinked and it’s mid-to-late April, which means Mother’s Day is just around the corner. If you’re just now starting to shop for gifts for mom, gifts for grandma, or a gift for your mother-in-law, there’s no need to stress. You haven’t even missed out on the best gift ideas yet. Yes, you read that right.
Although gifts that are premeditated months and years in advance deserve their own time in the spotlight, last-minute gifts can be just as thoughtful and loved. Especially after the last two years, everyone understands that life gets overwhelming and tasks like gift shopping are easily pushed to the back burner. But that doesn’t mean you don’t care.
That’s why we catered the below list of gifts—to help you avoid stress and still pick something up that makes the mom(s) in your life feel special. They cater to all types of moms: busy ones, coffee-loving ones, ones who love to workout, and those who would rather stay home in sweats and snuggle. And best of all, they will (most likely) all arrive before the big day—as long as you order them ASAP.
As we all know, two-day shipping has had its moments of unreliability lately. So it’s up to you to browse, choose, and checkout as soon as you can to ensure Mom (or another beloved guardian in your life) has a gift to open and a smile on her face come May 8.
This is not a drill. The expensive-looking tote you see to your left is just $15, is available on Amazon Prime, and comes in more than 30 colors and finishes. You should most definitely buy one for yourself, too.
Bouqs, which sources unique, sophisticated floral arrangements from local florists all over the world (you can even read about the florist making your bouquet!), offers same- and next-day deliveries. Just input your zip code to view a curated selection available in your area (like this one, currently available in Brooklyn!).
Now that spring has sprung, Mom needs a raincoat and so do you! This jacket has more than 4,000 five-star reviews, is available in 18 bright colors with reflective stripes at the seams, and comes in sizes up to 3x-Large. Three words for you: add to cart.
This soft, lightweight layer works year-round, and is available in 14 fun colors including mint and rosy red. It makes a great extra layer for dinners at the beach!
This X shape is super trendy, and the price can’t be beat. Mom will be the chicest lady at book club! Choose from rose, yellow, or white gold-plated finish.
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For Moms Who Acessorize
"Mother and Daughter Forever" Heart Pendant Necklace
Personalized necklaces for mom are hard to come by with just a few days left until Mother’s Day, but this sweet, 18-inch mother-daughter necklace is still available at Walmart—and eligible for two-day shipping if your order total surpasses $35. Grab it while you can!
This subtle perfume is a bestseller for a reason—and no, it's not just because the packaging is super cute. “Marc Jacobs Daisy is my favorite perfume for daily use,” writes one Walmart reviewer. “It’s feminine and crisp without being overbearing. It’s one of the few perfumes where I actually go through the entire bottle.”
Mom loves to capture precious family moments—and this popular camera will give her credit-card size prints in minutes. There’s also a built-in selfie-mirror to help compose perfect portraits with every shutter.
A big family outing might mean a family hike or walk in the park. Mom deserves some wine for the trip, no? This double-wall, vacuum-insulated set will help keep her favorite Chardonnay at the proper temperature. There’s an extra glass for sharing, but she definitely doesn’t have to.
Warning that if you gift her this and live with her, you’re essentially handing over the house temperature’s remote control. You may not benefit from the experience but she’ll love it, without a doubt.
Any mom will appreciate a good multi-tasking product, especially if it shorten’s her getting ready routine. This best-selling blowdrying brush will dry her hair and style it in one swoop. After one use, she’ll wonder how she ever lived without it.
If you’re really cutting it close to May 8, this fill-in-the-blank book can be personalized overnight. Think prompts like “I’d be lost without ____” and “Read this when you miss me.” It even doubles as a card!
Mom’s having trouble sleeping lately? This can help. Dr. Teal’s classic Epsom salt bath is made with a soothing lavender scent that, when poured in the bath, will help calm her mind and body. ZZZs await!
If she's been wanting to jump on the DNA testing kit bandwagon, Wirecutter names AncestryDNA its top pick. They say it stands out because its data presentation is clearest, and the company’s claimed DNA database is twice the size of its competitors, at 10 million customers.
Essential oil diffusers not only fill a room with a lovely fragrance, they also have added calming benefits, which is particularly great after a long day at work. This one gets the job done, at least 23,000+ five-star reviewers on Amazon say so. Pair it with a basic essential oil set and welcome Mom home to the sweet, sweet smell of relaxation.
If you’re unsure what color pillowcase Mom would like, you can start with Fishers Finery's silk sleeping mask for Mother’s Day. It’s very Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s, don’t you think?
People are obsessed with this blanket for a reason. It’s made with a hypoallergenic down-alternative (eucalyptus fabric!) and makes for the coziest, coolest sleep companion.
She has her weekday morning coffee routine down pat, but her weekend situation could probably use an upgrade. Make leisurely Sunday mornings a little sweeter with a French press—in rose gold, no less! Pair it with this no-frills coffee bean grinder.
The Versa 2 can make mom more efficient (and healthier!) than ever. She can monitor her heart rate around the clock, monitor her sleep quality, and access her favorite apps. That’s in addition to step counting and recovery tracking, of course!
The double-wall borosilicate glass will keep beverages hot or cold, ideal for when mom is entertaining summer guests and wants the coffee to look nicer than on a normal Saturday morning. It holds up to 21 ounces.
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