Even if you’ve been thinking of mom more than ever with Mother’s Day on the horizon, maybe you haven’t yet snagged the perfect gift. Chalk it up to supply chain issues, indecision, or just a total lack of bandwidth. (Maybe you’re a mom yourself — and you know that discretionary time and completed thoughts are rare luxuries!)
We definitely don’t judge if you find yourself in the position of seeking out a last-minute Mother’s Day gift. As a matter of fact, we’ve curated dozens of perfect options for you — no matter your budget, your mom’s style, or how much time you have left to make it happen (from days to mere minutes).
If you only have a few minutes (or a few dollars!) before Mother’s Day, you can always opt for a thoughtful gift card (from personal training to wine box subscriptions) or free printables you can customize to show how much care. If you still have time for shipping (and you only need a day or two thanks to Amazon Prime and fast-shipping retailers like Zappos), we’ve got tons of comfy blankets, sandals, and pajamas you can buy, plus dozens of other thoughtful gifts she’ll cherish for years to come. (And she’ll never have to know you came up with the idea at the last minute, either!)
So grab a meaningful or funny Mother’s Day card to go with your perfect last-minute Mother’s Day gift, and get ready to delight your mother (or grandma or stepmom or mother-in-law) this year.
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Free Amazon Prime Shipping
Dreubea Faux Leather Tote Shoulder Bag
$16 at AmazonCredit: Dreubea
Available in dozens of colors, under $15, and free Amazon Prime shipping? It’s no wonder this roomy tote bag has almost 16,000 five-star reviews on Amazon — and it’s over 50% off for Mother’s Day!
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Small But Meaningful Gift Idea
Knock Knock ‘What I Love About Mom’ Little Gift Book
$10 at Amazon$13 at thepaperstore.com$10 at Barnes & NobleCredit: Knock Knock
Ready for the waterworks to start? Order this book from Amazon, then fill out the heartfelt prompts about what you love most about your mother. She’ll keep this around for years to come and will pull it out whenever she needs a smile.
RELATED: 36 DIY Mother’s Day Gifts That Will Make Her Day
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Simple Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gift
NicoPrintableArt Mom Wall Print
$6 at EtsyCredit: NicoPrintableArt
Really in a time crunch? This “mom” wall art only requires a quick download and can be printed at home. Grab a nice frame from a local craft store to get it ready for her hallway, and you’ll have a polished-looking present in a matter of minutes.
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Free Delivery
Aura Frames Digital Picture Frame
$280 at Le CreusetCredit: Aura Frames
This digital frame is the last one she’ll ever need. It’s sleek, feature-rich, and totally easy to stock up with her favorite photos by way of a mobile app. Pre-load it for her — or as a last-minute gift, let her get in on the fun of curating the snapshots.
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2-Day Shipping
Homemaid Living Bamboo Bathtub Tray
$40 at Amazon$51 at WalmartCredit: Homemaid Living
Mom deserves a life of luxury every day, but a spa trip seven days a week can get a little expensive. Treat her to a bathtub tray instead, so she can take an hour to relax without getting bored or worried that she’s going to drop her phone or book in the water.
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Useful Gift for Mom
REVLON One-Step Hair Dryer & Styler
$52 at Walmart$45 at Ulta Beauty$31 at harmonfacevalues.comCredit: Revlon
With thousands of five-star ratings on Amazon, this best-selling hair tool will give mom a sleek, smooth blowout in half the time (one reviewer even claimed it took her hair-drying routine from 75 minutes to just eight!).
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Pure Enrichment Electric Foot Warmer
$55 at kohls.com$59 at Macy’sCredit: Pure Enrichment
Hello, genius invention! This foot warmer is the coziest Mother’s Day gift ever. She’ll slip her feet in, cinch the cords, and slide the switch for spa-like pampering at home.
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HOME SMILE Ceramic Ring Dish
$14 at AmazonCredit: Home Smile
Instead of losing her earrings or favorite necklace, now Mom can finally put her jewelry all in one place. Plus, the sentimental message inscribed makes it a piece she won’t soon forget.
RELATED: 35 Pieces of Mother’s Day Jewelry That Mom Will Wear Forever
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Cosabella Luxury Pajama Set
$130 at ZapposCredit: Zappos
Pajamas are a love language all their own. When you give a gift of comfy, cute, luxurious-feeling matching PJs, you say, “You’re better than ratty boxers and a gym T-shirt: You deserve to sleep wrapped in finery!”
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Personalized Last-Minute Gift for Mother’s Day
Delezhen Personalized Birthstone Necklace
$41 at Etsy$26 at AmazonCredit: Delezhen
It doesn’t get more sentimental than this: Select the birthstones and initials of her children and grandchildren (up to 14!), then choose the length of gold or silver chain. And no worries if you waited until the last possible moment — the seller ships next day.
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For the Mom Who Has Everything
Mother’s Day Coupon Book
You don’t have to spend money to make mom’s day! You can buy a coupon book on Amazon, or download this free PDF and print out as many coupons as you want to give her the gift of five hugs, an at-home pedicure, or an hour to herself.
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If You Waited Until the Absolute Last Minute
MasterClass Subscription
$150 at MasterClass$220 at Walmart$220 at B&H PhotoCredit: Masterclass
Does Mom have aspirations of becoming an expert gardener, professional writer, or pastry chef? No matter what her interests are, there’s guaranteed to be a lesson for her in the extensive MasterClass library of videos, featuring tutorials from the best of the best in their fields. A one-year subscription gets her full access to it all!
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Your Fully Charged Life: A Radically Simple Approach to Having Endless Energy and Filling Every Day with Yay
Now 53% Off
$12 at Amazon$24 at BookshopCredit: Meagan B Murphy
In her new book, Your Fully Charged Life, Meaghan B Murphy, Woman’s Day editor-in-chief and resident supermom, delivers a much-needed dose of positivity alongside smart, realistic ways to find the “yay” in the everyday.
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FURTALK Sun Straw Hat
Now 20% Off
$22 at AmazonShop at WalmartCredit: FURTALK
If mom’s planning to soak up some rays this summer, this foldable straw hat will help protect her skin while the removable chin strap makes sure it will stay put even on the windiest of days.
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Everyday Inspiration: Bible Verse Cards
$16 at womansday.com$16 at amazon.comCredit: Woman’s Day
For the mom of faith, this boxed deck of the Bible’s most mindful, encouraging, and soothing quotations is the perfect gift.
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Crane & Canopy Cotton Duvet Cover
$90 at Crane & CanopyCredit: Crane & Canopy
Help mom feel like she’s sleeping in a posh hotel bed every night… right in her own bedroom. This textured duvet cover looks fancy and fresh, and feels oh-so-sumptuous.
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Mira HandCrafts Crochet Beginner Kit
$15 at AmazonCredit: Mira HandCrafts
If she’s still looking for new at-home hobbies during the pandemic, this crochet beginner kit will arrive quickly and provide a vibrant, tactile activity. Once she learns the basics, she’ll be able to crochet while she’s chatting on the phone or watching TV.
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Practically Free Last-Minute Gift
pdotprintables Mother’s Day Questionnaire
$2 at EtsyCredit: pdotprintables
This printable questionnaire allows even the littlest kids to join in on showering mom with affection. The fill-in-the-blank template asks all about your mom’s favorite things and why they love her, which is sure to make her heart swell and eyes well.
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American West Books Magnolia Table, Volume 2: A Collection of Recipes for Gathering
Now 50% Off
Joanna Gaines is one of the most beloved mothers on television, so why not treat your own mom to one of her top-rated cookbooks? With Amazon’s fast shipping, you can purchase one or both of her Magnolia Table cookbooks to give her some extra culinary inspiration.
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Angel Food Bakery Big Ass Jumbo D’oh!nut
$90 at GoldbellyCredit: Angel Food Bakery
Perfect for moms with a sweet tooth, Minneapolis’ Angel Food Bakery’s cult favorite giant donut weighs one pound and feeds four. Through Goldbelly, you can order it online and have it shipped to mom within days.
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Naot Santa Barbara Women’s Sandals
Now 20% Off
$112 at naot.comCredit: Naot
Mom will wear these sandals everywhere; they’re super-versatile, comfortable, and cute, dressed up or down. The rose gold makes an extra jazzy gift for the special day.
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Big Blanket
$245 at bigblanket.comCredit: Big Blanket Co
Sure, it’s a splurge — but reviewers say this gift is less a blanket and more a lifestyle. It’s the present that encourages mom’s comfort and coziness (with room enough for snuggling with family and friends). And it shows you know she deserves to take a serious load off!
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Chronicle Books One Line a Day Memory Journal
$17 at AmazonCredit: Chronicle Books
This “One Line a Day” memory journal is a thoughtful gift for sentimental moms. All she has to do is fill out one line of memories a day (it takes about two minutes) for five years. It’s a fun exercise to see how her life has changed, plus it won’t take up an entire bookshelf.
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Ozeri Electric Wine Opener
$26 at Amazon$26 at Walmart$31 at WayfairCredit: Ozeri
If you need even more reason to get together for a wine night, you can also add this electric wine opener to the mix. This clever tool opens 60 bottles on a single charge, which means no more yanking out a stubborn cork or fishing broken pieces out of the bottle.
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Brooklinen Luxe Starter Sheet Set
$102 at BrooklinenCredit: brookelinen
If you can’t give mom a hotel experience this year, the next best thing is to send her hotel-quality sheets. Brooklinen’s best-selling Luxe Starter Set has over 80,000 five-star reviews, and can be sent through expedited or rush shipping for last-minute shoppers.
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Harry & David Lemon Treats Gift Crate
Now 60% Off
This decadent gift basket features all the right details to make this last-minute present look anything but rushed. It includes a crate filled with cookies, candy, and sparkling lemonade.
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Next-Day Shipping
Williams-Sonoma Leather Gardening Gloves
Now 17% Off
$50 at Williams SonomaCredit: William Sanoma
Springtime is here, and that means her flowers are about to bloom. Give her the gift of brand new gardening gloves from Williams-Sonoma, so she can get back into the groove of pruning her shrubs and making her garden look as good as new.
RELATED: 41 Best Gardening Gifts for a Plant-Loving Mom
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UrbanStems The Morado Bouquet
$80 at Urban StemsCredit: Urban Stems
UrbanStems is known for their gorgeous floral arrangements, which means their top pick for Mother’s Day will hardly appear last-minute. The Morado bouquet includes garden roses and accent flowers that bring all the best scents of spring.
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Future Personal Training
$405 at future.coCredit: Future.co
Give mom a gift that can really make a difference in her health and wellness. Future’s personal training app is just that — highly personal, with workouts and encouragement tailored just to her needs. Grab a gift card in 1, 3, 6, or 12-month increments.
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HALLUCI Plush Fleece Slippers
$24 at AmazonCredit: Halluci
Amazon Prime members will get free two-day shipping on these wildly popular slippers, which have over 12,000 positive ratings. Customers rave about the quality faux fur and solid sole, which means your mom can wear them both indoors and outdoors.
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TA3 Universally Flattering Swimsuit
$178 at ta3swim.comCredit: TA3
Here’s the thing: The swimsuit market is saturated with products not made to flatter moms. They’re too skimpy, or they’re too frumpy. This one is just perfect, with a universally flattering look created by waist-cinching ties in back. This WOC- and mom-owned brand was made famous on Instagram and Shark Tank — and your mom will adore it. (Trust us.)
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S’well Stainless Steel Water Bottle
Now 34% Off
$23 at Amazon$25 at Walmart$35 at WayfairCredit: S’well
S’well water bottles keep beverages cold for 24 hours or hot for 12 hours, so mom can bring temperature controlled drinks everywhere from the gym, to the office, to a hike. As a bonus, reusable water bottles are also great for the environment if she’s been focused on going green recently.
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Cozy Bliss Plush Throw
$60 at AmazonCredit: Cozy Bliss
For those nights when Mom just wants to cozy up with a good book, she’ll love this fluffy blanket. Not only is it affordable, but customers are thrilled with how the soft texture lasts through multiple washes.
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BLK & Bold Rise & Grind Coffee Blend
$20 at Amazon$28 at Shop DisneyCredit: BLK&Bold
Moms who spend time giving back to the community might need a little extra caffeine to power their day, and Blk & Bold Coffee offers the best of both worlds. Not only is their cup of joe highly rated for its taste, the company also donates 5 percent of its profits to No Kid Hungry, which supports at-risk youth across the country.
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Woman’s Day Magazine Subscription
$12 at womansday.comCredit: Woman’s Day
There’s no better way to celebrate her (especially in a pinch for time) than with a Woman’s Day subscription. It guarantees she’ll have a monthly delivery of recipes, crafts, life tips, and more.
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LULUSILK Silk Sleep Mask
$10 at Amazon$18 at WalmartCredit: Lulusilk
After years of staying awake with you at night, mom deserves some restful sleep. This comfy silk mask is the perfect way to help her fall asleep at night, since it’s designed to be anti-aging, anti-sleep-crease, and anti-bedhead.
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Ritual Multivitamin Gift Card
Now 34% Off
$20 at ritual.comCredit: Ritual
Ritual offers digital gift cards for its multivitamin subscription, which the brand claims promotes women’s brain health, blood building, antioxidant support, and more. With just one pill per day, it’s never been easier for your mom to stay on top of her health.
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Cocotique Beauty Box Subscription
$35 at AmazonCredit: Cocotique
A beauty subscription box specifically designed for women of color, Cocotique is the gift that keeps on giving. The first box is just $22 (renewing for $25 per box), and includes five to eight travel size products so she can explore and find her favorites.
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L’Occitane Hand Cream Classics Gift Trio
$29 at AmazonCredit: L’Occitane
Sometimes it’s not about the gifts she wants, but about the gifts she needs, and who doesn’t need hand lotion? Brighten her Mother’s Day by giving her some of the most soothing creams on the market, so she’ll have one for her purse, one for her car, and one for a drawer at home.
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Winc Gift Card
$100 at WincCredit: Winc
Winc is an online wine club that offers digital gift cards to their subscription service. For each month purchased, they’ll send the mom or moms in your life four bottles of wine all tailored to their individual tastes and preferences.
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Anthropologie Baker Stripe Dish Towels
$20 at AnthropologieCredit: Anthropologie
Help mom freshen up her kitchen with a set of four brand-new dish towels. This set comes in different colors of stripes, and has received lots of customer praise for being both whimsical and functional.
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Blush Life Bouquet
$100 at teleflora.comCredit: Teleflora
For those who are very late to the shopping game, same-day flower delivery will be your best friend. Teleflora has several seasonal bouquets that can be hand-delivered to the mom (or moms!) in your life within hours by a local florist, or pre-ordered days in advance.
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Anthropologie Voluspa Limited Edition Cut Glass Jar Candle
$32 at Anthropologie$37 at Walmart$34 at Bloomingdale’sCredit: Anthropologie
Anthropologie’s Voluspa candles are packaged in etched glass jars and come in several elegant scents, from Crane Flower to Santiago Huckleberry. To ensure you have one in time for Mother’s Day, select in-store pick up at checkout.
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Levain Signature Cookie Assortment
$27 at levainbakery.comCredit: Levain
Just in time for Mother’s Day, this New York bakery famous for its giant, gooey cookies is shipping nationwide, including overnight deliveries. Select cookies based on her favorites, or opt for this signature assortment which will allow your mom to try them all.
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Green Chef Meal Kit Subscription
Shop at greenchef.comCredit: Green Chef
If mom is a health-conscious eater, a subscription to Green Chef will be a practical (and delicious) gift. It’s one of the only meal kit delivery services that exclusively uses organic produce, and will allow her to choose recipes based on preferences like keto and plant-based.
