Mother’s Day Gift Guide: Thoughtful Ideas for Every Mom

Moms deserve the world, and sometimes, it can feel impossible to show them just how much you appreciate them because words just can’t quite cover it. But that’s where you can show it instead. And Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to do just that.

Having said that, we get how tough coming up with unique Mother’s Day gifts can be—ones that truly show just how well you know them and how much they’re loved. And that’s where this Mother’s Day gift guide can help.

It’s full of Mother’s Day gift ideas for every type of mom, from grandmas, mother-in-laws, honorary mother figures, new moms, pet moms, and even plant moms. Whoever the mother figure is in your life, the right gift will show her just how cherished she is.

Why Thoughtful Mother’s Day Gifts Matter

Not all superheroes wear capes, and moms are the perfect example of that. Moms always seem to be so busy taking care of everyone else that they rarely get to take care of themselves.

While, of course, it’s important to show appreciation all year round, life can sometimes get busy, and we don’t always get to show it in the way they deserve. Mother’s Day provides the perfect opportunity to show your love and appreciation with carefully crafted Mother's Day messages. If you’re lucky enough to be close to your mom on Mother’s Day, be sure to spend some time with her. And if not, choosing a meaningful flower arrangement could make her day instead.

Best Mother’s Day Gifts for Every Type of Mom

Below, you’ll find Mother’s Day present ideas for all the moms in your life, from your own mom to your mom’s mom to the mother of your children.

Personalized Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Personalized Mother’s Day gifts show your mom that she really is one of a kind, just like her special and meaningful present.

From beautiful custom flower arrangements that include all of her favorite flowers and colors to engraved jewelry and gifts that have her name or a special message, a personalized gift never goes out of style.

First Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for New Moms

Becoming a mother can be an incredible chapter in a woman’s life, and it’s important to show that you’re there to support her.

Some of the best first Mother’s Day gift ideas include sentimental keepsakes to mark her first Mother’s Day as a mom. Or you could opt for self-care gifts to remind her to take care of herself, too. Indulgent spa set gift basket, soft cozy slippers to wear around the house, or symbolic plants and flowers can help her celebrate her first ever Mom’s Day.

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Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for Grandma

Grandmas have been in the mothering game for a while, so it’s important to step up your gifting game for them this Mother’s Day. The best Mother’s Day gifts for your granny can often be sentimental, like a personalized family tree or a memory book.

Your grandma might also love a stunning bouquet this Mother’s Day to brighten up her lovely home.

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Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for Wife

Giving your wife some extra love on Mother’s Day is just as important as showing your mother appreciation. This Mother’s Day, celebrate everything she does for your children and family by cooking her favorite meal, surprising her with a gift basket full of her favorite treats, or buying something she casually mentioned she wanted a few months or weeks ago!

And don’t forget to get her a bouquet of flowers as beautiful as she is.

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Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for Mother-in-Law

It’s always a good idea to be in the MIL’s good books, so don’t forget to spoil her too this Mother’s Day.

A breathtaking bouquet of flowers for the mother-in-law is a surefire way to make her feel special. You could also go down the personalized route with a gift box filled with her favorite things. If you’re stuck for ideas, consider a luxury candle!

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Unique Mother’s Day Gifts for Stepmoms & Mother Figures

Stepmoms are often the gift we didn’t know we needed. On Mother’s Day, it’s your chance to return that gift. Get her something that’s as special as she is, like a unique floral arrangement or a chocolate lovers gift basket.

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Maybe it’s not a stepmom but a woman in your life who has loved you like you’re her own. Those women deserve everything and more, so don’t leave her off your gifting list this Mother’s Day. If you’re stuck on what to get her, check out our Mother's Day flowers and gifts for Mother Figures.

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for Your Daughter

A mother’s love is eternal, which is why plenty of moms love to gift their daughters who are also moms on Mother’s Day. If you’re looking for Mother’s Day gift ideas for daughters, think trips out for lunch, afternoon tea, or dinner.

You could go extra sentimental and pass down some jewelry that she’s always loved or pick a floral bouquet as darling as her.

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Mother’s Day Gifts for Pet Moms

Fur baby mommas deserve to be shown all the love, too. Surprise her with a commissioned pet portrait or any custom gifts featuring her beloved pet.

Sometimes, pet moms avoid buying themselves flowers because some can be toxic for cats, dogs, and other pets. Ease her mind with pet-safe flowers that brighten her home while keeping her fur baby safe and sound.

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Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gifts That Still Feel Special

If you’re short on time, don’t panic—it happens! There are still plenty of last-minute Mother’s Day gifts you can get that will show her the love.

Luckily, Lovingly offers same-day flower delivery! So, even if you leave it right until the last minute, your mom will get the beautiful Mother’s Day gift she deserves.

Digital gift cards are instant gifts that you can purchase on Mother's Day morning. Make sure to buy it from somewhere she loves!

You can often pull together some last-minute DIY gifts for Mother’s Day, too, like a quick DIY farmhouse sign.

DIY Mother’s Day Gift Ideas: Handmade & Heartfelt

Sometimes, a handmade gift is the best, especially for sentimental mothers. This can range from a home-baked dessert to a handcrafted candle.

With plenty of us sharing photos online, many of us have lost the art of physical photo albums. Print off a bunch of photos of you, your mom, and the family and place them in an album or scrapbook. She’ll adore it!

If she’s also a plant mom, she’ll love the thoughtfulness behind a DIY mason jar planter. Bonus points if you buy all the equipment, then make them with your mom!

Long-Distance Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

If you can’t be there in person to celebrate your mom this Mother’s Day, you can still show her that you’re always thinking of her with a long-distance Mother’s Day gift.

Thoughtful gifts you can send from afar include a wine subscription, so she thinks of you every time she sips! You could also handmake a care package with sweet treats, cozy additions, and anything else she might love

Of course, a flower delivery at her door will be sure to brighten her day, even if you can’t be there in person.

Making Mother’s Day Extra Special

And there’s your inspiration for gifts for mom on Mother’s Day! Remember, no matter what you choose, the most important thing is that you show your love and appreciation. It’s not about the size of the gift or gesture but about how you make your mom feel on her special day.

And if in doubt, flowers it out! Flowers always go down a treat, especially if they’re specially selected bouquets from a florist like Lovingly.

Whatever you do this Mother’s Day, make it one to remember.