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What is it about holidays that seem to always sneak up on us and catch us completely off-guard? It’s especially taxing when there’s an upcoming holiday, and you realize you’re still in need of a gift. With Mother’s Day around the corner, if you are, once again, woefully unprepared, we get it. There’s a lot of pressure coming up with unique gift ideas, and even harder to do when you’re in a time crunch or on a budget. And you can’t repeat gifts of Mother’s Day past and you want something that speaks to her, right?!
Well, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve curated a list of last-minute Mother’s Day gifts so thoughtful, so fun, and so useful that she’ll never figure out that you expedited shipping. When choosing our gifts, we prioritized quick shipping (either de facto or available for an extra fee… think of it as a procrastinator’s tax) as well as items that will make Mom feel valued, seen, and special. And don’t worry, there are gifts for every taste and budget, from simple and sweet to luxurious and refined.
You’ll be delighted to discover a special calendar that doubles as wall art, featuring hanging birthday visuals of all her children, a flower delivery option that will freshen up her home, and, of course, digital gifts that’ll spare you a trip to the store. The only thing you’ll need to think about is what to write in her greeting card. We’ve even included a few last-minute Mother’s Day gifts you could give via group effort —your siblings will all thank you for saving Mother’s Day!
Looking for more Mother’s Day ideas? Check out our favorite special gifts for your mother-in-law, cute Mother’s Day cards, and well-thought out gifts for Mom. And keep scrolling to the bottom for our FAQ section!
A must-have for any outdoor gathering, this picnic blanket is adorable, water-resistant, and can fit up to six people for dining al fresco, outdoor concerts, or carefree days at the park. Attached handles make it easy to carry anywhere you go, as it packs up super easily.
We love that this self-care box is curated by therapists and that it includes one activity designed to help your mind find joy. This subscription is a great last-minute Mother’s Day gift that will continue month after month. Treat Mom to some relaxation that she definitely deserves.
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For the mama who’s looking to switch up her look, this digital gift card from Warby Parker will be in the right hands. She can use it to shop for new eyeglasses, sunglasses, contacts, and more.
Amazon Happy Mother’s Day Print-at-Home Gift Card
While an Amazon gift card is a solid last-minute Mother’s Day gift on its own, go the extra mile and dress it up with this print-at-home version. It’s beautifully designed with flowers for this special occasion.
Even if your Mother’s Day gift is last-minute, birthday gifts need not be! Simply write the names and birthdays on the 50 circle- or heart-shaped tags and then hang them below their birth month as both a reminder to mom that doubles as meaningful wall art.
Give your Mom a treat as sweet as her! This Mother’s Day cupcake bundle includes three vanilla, three strawberry shortcake bar, three red velvet, and three dark chocolate cupcakes. The best part is that this package ships overnight and she’ll be so happy to find this at her door.
Does anyone ever really outgrow a swing? We love this comfy hanging chair, perfect for reading, chatting with guests, or just basking in the sunshine. Easy to install with a weight limit of 500 pounds, it’s the coziest seat in the house (or outside the house, rather.)
Ember Smart Mug
This is the perfect last-minute Mother’s Day gift for the mama who always remembers her coffee at the last minute. It keeps beverages at the perfect temperature (you can control that on the app!) for up to 80 minutes on a full charge or all day on the charging coaster.
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An easy, pain-free way to grow her favorite flowers, these all-inclusive grow kits are an easy way to add some color to any room in Mom’s home. The set comes with six different flowers, from sunflowers to forget-me-nots.
Keeping them inside in a sunny spot will save her from several achey hours of kneeling in the soil. Now she can have the garden she’s always dreamed of, without any added effort.
Related: The 7 Best Self-Watering Planters for Beginners and Experienced Horticulturalists Alike
If you’re truly at a loss for what to get your mama, a FabFitFun gift card is a lifesaver for last-minute gifting. Every box contains a bundle of fabulous lifestyle products she’ll appreciate — such as unique beauty goodies, fierce fashion finds, and even some home decor items. There’s something in there for everyone.
Lovepop Paper Butterfly & Cherry Blossom Bouquet Pop-Up Card
Moms love flowers, but the problem is that they can only last for so long. This beautiful, 3D card is made from laser-cut certified craft paper. The result is an everlasting bouquet for Mother’s Day (or any occasion).
The Allure Beauty Box will give the special mom in your life the best beauty products, delivered monthly. Let her find her new favorite face wash, moisturizer, or fragrance — all while achieving luminous skin.
Give mom the gift of a classic romance. This is the story of a shy and awkward girl, falling in and out of love with the wrong people.. until she meets the boy (literally) next door.
With over 300+ guided workouts in everything from walking, jogging, running, yoga, pilates, and strength – give the gift of internal and external fitness to the mom that loves a sweat or the beginner just getting started.
Curateur Rachel Zoe Curation Quarterly Subscription Box
Beloved style icon, Rachel Zoe, is here to give her a fashion-forward rest of the year. Inside each monthly box, are trendy fashion and beauty items that will work for any outing in her agenda.
Lighten her load with a digital personal assistant. This last-minute Mother’s Day gift will do everything from displaying her favorite recipe, blasting her playlist, and scheduling her day for efficiency and productivity.
Bless her with a smart tool designed for total health for the mom who cares about her fitness and longevity. Along with the seamless app, the Oura Ring helps control her sleep, activity, and energy for well-balanced days.
Available in six different ring colors, it will match her other jewelry pieces and seamlessly fit into her routine. She’ll simply place it on her middle or index finger and view her stats in-app throughout the day to improve energy levels and sleep patterns.
There’s few things better than a home-cooked meal. And although she might be quite the chef herself, for days where she’d rather kick back, HelloFresh will do all the hard work.
For the one who loves to host, brighten up her dishware with this set of six wine glasses. Trust us, she’s sure to think of you at the next party she plans.
For the mom who can’t be bothered with paper books or who’s perhaps always on-the-go, the Kobo Nia eReader is the gift for her. It can carry up to 6000 books, so she’ll never regret not bringing enough, and always have something good to read.
Natasha is a freelance writer covering fashion, beauty, travel, lifestyle and fitness. When she’s not reporting on the latest story, she spends her time exploring new cities overseas, cooking, and hanging out with family and friends.
You can find her on Instagram @_natashamarsh.
Jamie Kenney is a freelance writer for BestProducts.com; Her other work has appeared on Bustle, Parents, Playboy, McSweeny’s Internet Tendency, the Takeout, and Romper, where she covers parenting, news, entertainment, and likes to help readers see the ridiculous (and hilarious) side of motherhood.
Taylor is a freelance commerce editor for Hearst’s Enthusiast Group. She works with content for Best Products, Popular Mechanics, Runner’s World, and Bicycling. Taylor has her Master’s in Journalism from Quinnipiac University, where she found love for the editorial world through her internship at Flaunt Magazine. You can find the Boston-based editor getting lost in books or on hiking trails, curating playlists based on mood, and scouring the city for vintage treasures.
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