Below you’ll find more than 20 gift ideas for Christmas, birthdays, Mother’s Day, or just because. Some are sentimental, others are useful, and some are trendy options. Whether you are buying for your mom, grandmother, wife, looking for something from the kids, or want to treat yourself, this gift guide is sure to give you unique ideas for all the mamas in your life.

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Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Mom

Photo Book from Mixbook

As a busy mom, I often take photos with great intentions of doing something with them. But most of the time, they just sit in my phone where no one sees them. This is why a photo book from Mixbook is a thoughtful gift for mom. The folks from Mixbook make it easy to create custom photo books with tons of styles and options for every budget.

The folks at Mixbook generously gave me a credit to try out their site. It was the spark I needed to finally make a China travel book for our trip to adopt our daughter. (It’s been more than three years!) I was amazed at how easy it was to upload the photos and plug them into their pages. There was even an adoption travel template! Adding pages and tweaking designs to fit our situation was simple, and the result was a beautiful photo book that arrived in less than a week!

The family, seasonal, travel, and year-in-review photo books are perfect gifts for moms (and grandmothers!). Or make a custom photo calendar, print, or magnet. Be sure to take advantage of the current Mixbook promo codes for savings.

Sentimental Gifts from LoveBook

If you are looking for a meaningful gift for mom, LoveBook is the easiest way to tell her why you love her. These personalized books are adorable! The folks at LoveBook let me make one for free to try it out and I really enjoyed the process. You create a Lovemoji who looks just like you and one for the recipient. I made one for my husband and it guided me through a few steps, then created a personalized storybook. Not only is it great for romantic relationships, but there are also templates for kids to give to mom for Christmas, for friends, and many more. It’s a perfect gift for the mom who says she doesn’t want anything.

LoveBook is such a cute idea and they make it so simple to make a big impact with your gift. Use promo code LOVEALWAYS10 to get 10% off your order. 

Journal from Promptly Journals

The folks at Promptly Journals make it easy for moms to document important things with their guided journals, even if writing isn’t her thing. Their prompts help mom write about and process things like emotions, travels, postpartum life, love, and adoption, all in a beautifully bound book. The autobiography journal is a wonderful way to record your mother’s story in her own words. There are also couple journals and parent-child journals for an interactive gift you can share. You can read my review of Promptly Journals to learn more. Be sure to use exclusive promo code JGOOD15 for 15% off your Promptly Journals purchase!

Digitize Old Memories with Legacybox

Does your mom have old home movies, recordings, or photos that should be preserved for generations to come? If so, Legacybox gives you a way to win Christmas this year! This gift may require a little work on your part upfront if you want it to be a surprise, but it is so worth it. I bought this for my husband to update his old football tapes, and he loved it! All you have to do is fill the box they send you with the memories to be preserved and send back with their prepaid UPS label. They do all the rest! We got ours in a digital download, but they also have options for DVDs and thumb drives.

Legacybox is safe and has a satisfaction guarantee. And with more than 10 years of experience, you know you can trust them with your precious memories. Get mom a thoughtful gift with Legacybox.

Gifts to Make Mom’s Life Easier

EZPZ for the Mom with Young Children

For a mom of young kids, sometimes the best gifts are practical things to make life easier. My first EZPZ plate was a gift and it has become my go-to for mealtime since. These non-toxic silicone placemats with bowls and divided plates suction to the table to minimize the mess. We used the Mini Mat when our son was learning to self-feed, and again when my daughter joined the family. Then we added another Mini Mat and a Happy Bowl to the mix so that we had enough for every meal (and travel!). The folks at EZPZ sent me a Happy Mat and Mini Utensils and my love for the company has grown even more!

I love that the attached placemat catches mess while still giving my daughter the independence infants, toddlers, and preschoolers need while feeding. The design of utensils and cups makes them functional and developmentally appropriate. And all EZPZ products are dishwasher safe for easy cleanup. Give a mom the gift of smoother mealtimes and I’m sure she’ll be grateful. Check out the EZPZ gift bundles here. 

Robot Vacuums Mean Less Cleaning

I remember watching The Jetson’s as a child where their futuristic world had robot help for household tasks. While everything isn’t automated the way I imagined 2020, the robotic vacuum is pretty close. When iRobot introduced the Roomba it had a luxury pricetag. But now they are much more affordable and make a great useful gift for mom. Check out Amazon’s deals on Roomba or on all robot vacuum cleaners. 

Fun Gift Ideas for Mom

Make a Petsie for Your Pet-Loving Mom

If your mom loves her pet, Petsies has the purr-fect gift for her! Get a handmade, custom plush version of her favorite animal. Seriously, the resemblance is striking! This is a fun way to honor a current or past pet. You email a photo, and the artists at Petsies do their best to add the details to make it look like her beloved companion. Order now to ensure holiday delivery since these take time. Or get a gift card or one of their other custom pet gifts from Petsies.

Jiggy Puzzles

If you haven’t done a jigsaw puzzle this year, have you really experienced 2020? Jiggy’s puzzles are an actual work of art, created by female artists from around the world. A portion of the sales goes directly to the artist, so you can feel good about this gift to mom. And each one comes with simple tools needed to preserve the puzzle once complete. It’s like giving a source of entertainment and art, all while giving back. Great for a gift! See why Jiggy has puzzles worth framing here.

MyBookmark for the Mom Who Loves to Read

Call me old school, but I still love to read by holding a physical book in my hands. If the mom in your life is like me, she’ll love these eye-catching, 3-D bookmarks from MyBookmark. Handmade by their team, these are the most fun way to keep her place in a good book. There is something for every interest with options like avocado, broken leg, mermaid, Darth Vader, and many more.  I think these make great stocking stuffers for mom or a fun addition to a traditional book gift. Find the perfect MyBookmark for your mom here.

Cooking Class at Home with The Chef & The Dish

Another of my favorite pre-COVID date nights is a cooking class with my husband. I love having an expert tell me how to make delicious food, especially when I have the time to do it in a relaxing setting. The Chef & The Dish bring that experience to your home with chefs from around the world offering private cooking classes. Give mom the gift of learning to make risotto with an Italian chef, pho live from Vietnam, lobster with a New Englander, or tons of other dishes with an expert in their cuisine. Not only does this make a great date night, but you can also book a group class for her to cook with her friends, each in their own kitchen. People rave about this as a gift and a virtual getaway, so give mom this experience for Christmas. Use promo code Chef15 at checkout for $15 off you’re The Chef & The Dish purchase.

Edible Gift Ideas for Mom

Gary Poppins Popcorn

Popcorn is my go-to snack and the folks at Gary Poppins make it a delicious gourmet treat. With tons of savory and sweet flavors to choose from. They have a variety of sizes for every budget, and their individual bags make a perfect non-candy stocking stuffer for mom. Read my full Gary Poppins review for more details and use promo code 15OFF at checkout for 15% off your order.

Old Time Candy Company

I love a gift with a bit of nostalgia! If you want to give mom a fun walk down memory lane, consider candy from when she was growing up. Old Time Candy Company has an unbelievable selection of treats that take you back to your childhood. My favorite gift idea for mom is a Decade Candy Gift Box chocked full of favorite candies from the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, or 1990s. Or choose your own selection of favorites from as far back as a century ago!

Old Time Candy Company also has retro candy in bulk, personalized candy bar wrappers, subscription boxes, and so much more. Check them out here.

eCreamery Ice Cream and Gelato

Does your mom love ice cream? Send her gourmet ice cream or gelato from eCreamery for an indulgent treat. They make it easy with the Just Because Premium Collection or you can make a personalized pack with her favorite flavors. No matter what you choose, you can be sure that mom will love this delicious, small-batch sweet. Check out eCreamery here and save on personalized pints today or shop these holiday gifts like 12 Days of Ice Cream and/or Cookies!

Christie Cookie Co.

I find freshly baked cookies irresistible. Since I’m not a baker, I don’t indulge much. That’s why a cookie gift from Christie Cookie Co. would be a special treat for this mom (or for the mother on your list!). This gourmet bakery has been a local Nashville favorite for years and now you can get their mouthwatering cookies and brownies delivered to your door. They have customizable holiday gift tins that are sure to satisfy mom’s sweet tooth this Christmas. Click here to shop at Christie Cookie Co.

Subscription Box Gift Ideas for Mom

Cratejoy

If you want a subscription box for mom, I’m sure Cratejoy has something she’ll love. They have hundreds of options at a variety of price points. Some of my favorites are the On the Go Mom Box, Smart@$$ and Sass, FaithBox, and Spice Madam. These are a great way to give mom a gift that keeps on giving throughout the year.

Carnivore Club

If the mom in your life loves meat, Carnivore Club is the perfect gift subscription! Like a charcuterie board in a box, she’ll get premium handcrafted cured meats delivered to her door. It gets great reviews and something for the person who has everything. Be sure to check out the exotic jerkey bouquet as well!

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