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Updated Oct 14, 202444 Great Mother's Day Gifts for Your Wife That Celebrate Her
Show her she's a super mom and spouse.
Graphic: Tiana Crispino,Photos: Amazon, Uncommon Goods
Mother's Day 2024 falls on May 12th, which is pretty much already here. But before you go running to panic-buy some gas-station flowers, take a deep breath. We've taken the time to find the best Mother's Day gifts for your wife, and doesn't your super mom of a wife deserve the best? Of course she does.
Just because you're down to the wire doesn't mean you can't order an awesome gift online. Plenty of the Mother's Day gift ideas on our list will arrive in time, as long as you've left yourself a few days for shipping. Now, if you're really in a pinch, we've also included last-minute Mother's Day ideas for your wife that don't need to ship at all, like virtual experiences, gift cards and future getaways.
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While the kiddos have the charming, homemade crafts covered, your gifts for your wife can range from self-care goodies to presents related to her favorite hobby to sentimental jewelry sans macaroni. Here's exactly what you should get your wife for Mother's Day, whether it's her first or 15th year celebrating.
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Should You Buy Your Wife a Mother's Day Gift?
Yes, you absolutely should buy your wife a Mother's Day gift since it's a thoughtful way to recognize all the love she brings to your family. Given that children typically can't afford lavish presents for her, contributing to their gesture will further emphasize how much you all appreciate her hard work and dedication as a mother. Regardless of the gift's size or price, the sentiment behind it will surely make her feel cherished and valued on this special day.
Good Mother's Day gifts for your wife include traditional ideas like flowers, jewelry and picture frames or photo albums, as well as unique ideas like a painting kit, cooking essentials or gardening tools that'll help her make the most of me-time—or "us-time" if the kids enjoy her hobbies, too.
Keep scrolling for more inspiration on the best Mother's Day gifts you can buy your wife!
Great Mother's Day Gift Ideas for Your Wife
Below, we've curated a list of a-mom-zing gift ideas guaranteed to make your wife's Mother's Day celebration extra special.
1. Etched Wine Bottle
Photo: Mano's Wine
She's amazing and loving and strong and everything you could ask out of a wife and mother to your children. And she deserves to be told so! This full-bodied California Cabernet Sauvignon is deep-etched and hand-painted with an acrostic-like poem spelling out her maternal title with complimentary adjectives. It's like a gift and card in one.
2. Bouquet of Tulips
Photo: BloomsyBox
Flowers are a classic gift for your wife on Mother's Day, and tulips are our favorite for the occasion. Not only will they instantly brighten the home thanks to their vibrant spring colors, but the flowers are also a symbol of unconditional love. BloomsyBox will ship the bouquet straight to her door, so you don't need to leave your house to surprise your wife with a gift. They even have next-day delivery options if you're shopping for a last-minute Mother's Day gift for your wife.
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3. Succulent Kit
Photo: Uncommon Goods
No backyard, no problem! This DIY kit for your wife features a heart-shaped frame (to reiterate your and your children's love for her on Mother's Day) with six succulents for her to arrange. Once she has the plants placed as she likes, she can fill in the gaps with fresh moss. What fun and easy-to-care-for indoor home decor!
4. Mother's Day Baking Class
Photo: Sur la Table
If your wife enjoys baking or has a sweet tooth, what better way to spend Mother's Day than some quality her-time mixing up a batch of pretty pink macarons? This raspberry macaron cooking class takes place online on Mother's Day at 01:00 p.m. EST. Just remember to dash to the store and check off everything on the ingredient list.
5. Personalized Family Art
Photo: Uncommon Goods
Looking for a unique Mother's Day gift for your wife? Look no further than this custom beach illustration print. This personalized artwork captures the essence of family bliss against a serene seaside backdrop. Each member of your family is charmingly depicted using the body, head, hair color and skin tone options listed by the creator with their name under the cartoon. It's not just a reminder of cherished vacations, but a symbol of the love and unity your family shares. This custom print is sure to bring a smile to her face every time she sees it.
6. Relaxing Weekend Getaway
Photo: Postcard Cabins
Postcard Cabins has modern cabins in scenic settings across the country, many of which are within a couple hours drive of major cities like New York, DC, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston and LA. Surprise her by booking a weekend away for both of you and use Mother's Day as your opportunity to fill her in on the plan. Just remember: It's not a break for her if she has to organize all of the childcare and other responsibilities before you leave.
7. Custom Paint-By-Number Kit
Photo: Uncommon Goods
Here's a relaxing activity your wife can do once the kids go to bed. This custom paint-by-number kit will let her fill in a photo of the family, her beloved pet or her favorite nature scene with color. You'll both be eager to see the charming finished product and then promptly hang it up in your home.
8. Spa Gift Card
Photo: Spafinder
A gift card is one of the best gifts for your wife on Mother's Day if you're shopping last minute because you can still pick up something thoughtful that reflects her interests. If those interests include lying down, getting pampered and feeling like a brand new person, she'll really appreciate a Spafinder gift card.
9. Personalized Stanley Cup
Photo: @stanely_brand | Instagram
All the cool moms' have a Stanley Cup! The travel tumbler with double-wall vacuum insulation is just the thing to keep her water cold for all-day hydration. For extra convenience, it has a reusable straw and handle, is car cup holder compatible and dishwasher safe. Of course, the coolest part is that it can be laser-engraved with your wife's name, an icon or a custom image.
10. Choose-Your-Own Gift Delivery
Photo: Sugarwish
When you're feeling stumped, turn to Sugarwish. This gifting company makes it easy to give your wife something she really wants because she chooses her gift herself. If you're thinking, "Huh, how does that work?" let us explain. She receives a customizable ecard by text or email (yep, it can be delivered last minute). Then, depending on which size gift box you purchased, she can choose from candles, spa products, wine, plants and flowers, or gourmet dips and jam.
11. Washable Silk Pajamas
Photo: Lunya
While these pajamas won't guarantee she won't be woken up in the middle of the night by her kids, she'll at least look good and feel cozy during late-night parenting sessions. Lunya's silk pajamas are luxuriously soft, thermoregulating and, best of all, washable. Pair this tank top and short set with a matching silk robe for loungewear that'll make her feel like the royalty she is.
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12. Empowering Wine Glass
Photo: Uncommon Goods
Your wife is a super mom and she should have a glass that says so. This charming stemless wine glass features the generic symbol of a woman—except the "skirt" is colored like a cape. Underneath it reads: "It was never a dress." It's dishwasher-safe, but the design will last longer if it's handwashed only.
13. Stackable Birth Flower Necklace
Photo: Made By Mary
We've yet to find an occasion where jewelry isn't a great gift for your wife, and this meaningful necklace is just the bling to hand over on Mother's Day. Crafted with love, it features a larger 14K gold-filled pendant representing the parent, surrounded by matching, smaller charms along the chain symbolizing each child or grandchild she holds dear. Each ornament is stamped with a birth flower, making it a personalized tribute to each loved one. Plus, you can easily add more over the years as your family grows.
14. "Mama" Candle
Photo: Anthropologie
Your wife absolutely needs another candle, especially one that flaunts her "mom" status. Fittingly titled "Mama," this one comes in a pink glass vessel and has a fresh floral scent of white lilies with notes of leather and soft musk. It's an easy way for her to create a calming ambiance that'll help her unwind after a long day.
15. Blind Date With a Book Gift Set
Photo: MakeitwithMolly
We're actually obsessed with this Mother's Day gift idea for your wife. Simply pick her favorite genre to read, then this Etsy seller will choose a page-turner for your loved one. It includes one book (don't worry, you can link to her GoodReads account to share what she's already read), as well as small literary-themed gifts like tea, bookmarks, stickers and annotation pens. It's the perfect gift for your wife to use when she has a little me-time.
16. Tea Gift Set
Photo: Atlas Tea Club
Tell her she's a tea-riffic wife and mom with a subscription to Atlas Tea Club. Each month, she'll receive two fragrant loose-leaf teas from places around the world (like India, Kenya or Colombia) with tasting notes and steeping recommendations for each. You can choose the first shipment date so it arrives on Mother's Day to complement the tea party you and the kids already plan to throw her, or a gift notification can be sent via email if you're shopping at the eleventh hour.
17. Baby Animal Mug
Photo: Uncommon Goods
Handcrafted from stoneware, this unique mug design celebrates a mother's guidance by depicting baby animals following their trusted leader—mom! Depending on how many children she has, choose between one elephant, two fawns, three bear cubs or four ducklings. She'll feel so loved starting her morning with coffee or tea from this thoughtful Mother's Day gift.
18. Everyday Sneakers
Photo: Allbirds
Here's a Mother's Day gift idea for your active wife. Whether she's on her feet all day at work, playing with the kids outdoors a lot or loves taking walks, these sneakers will give her all-day support and comfort. They come in over a dozen colors and are made from washable and sustainable eucalyptus fibers. (We can't blame you if you want a pair for yourself as well.)
19. Mini Massage Gun
Photo: Therabody
If we had to guess, we'd bet all your wife wants for Mother's Day is a massage. While you could send her to a local spa, a Theragun will let her soothe out knots right at home any day, any time. (And she might even let you use it, too.) Though small, the Theragun Mini really packs a punch. It comes with three attachments for personalized treatment and can connect to an app via Bluetooth to share specific routines that'll treat various ailments. It's the only massage gun on the market shown to improve recovery, performance, sleep, mobility and stress. Trust us when we say she'll be breaking this Mother's Day gift out every single day.
20. Birth Flower Garden Stones
Photo: Personalization Mall
This one's for the wives who like to spend their free time in the garden. Gift her a personalized stone to decorate her blooming yard. Start with the large, heart-shaped slab that's personalized with both your names and birth flowers, then add a smaller heart-shaped one with your child or children's names and birth flower(s). This way, the garden stones can grow with the family. There's an option to put everyone's birth flower and names on one large slab, too.
21. Personalized Harvest Basket
Photo: Uncommon Goods
Ideal for gardeners and farmers market enthusiasts alike, this harvest basket will be a valuable tool for your wife. With ample space for collecting produce, it's cleverly designed to streamline the washing process, preventing kitchen sink messes. Simply hose everything down while it's in the wire basket, and it's ready to prep and enjoy. The best part? It can be personalized with her name to add an extra touch of thoughtfulness.
22. Gourmet Chocolate Oreos
Photo: Compartés
Everyone needs a pick-me-up every once in a while, but moms deserve a pick-me-up as often as possible for all of their hard work. If her treat of choice involves either chocolate or cookies, these pink chocolate-covered Oreos from Compartés will put a smile on her face. It's a luxury twist on a classic treat, aka the perfect Mother's Day present.
23. Spa Gift Set
Photo: Uncommon Goods
Here's a great Mother's Day gift idea for your wife. Turn your bathroom into an aromatherapy spa experience with this set of five all-natural bath and body products. Then, let her soak and unwind while you take care of the kids for a couple of hours. Between the clay facial mask, lavender body scrub, shea butter body cream, foot salts and eucalyptus foot cream, she'll feel clean, smooth, refreshed and relaxed.
24. Bamboo Bath Caddy
Photo: Amazon
This thoughtful Mother's Day gift for your wife says, "You deserve a break, darling." The bamboo bath caddy is a luxurious and practical addition to her at-home spa routine. It provides a designated space to keep her favorite book or tablet, a glass of wine and indulgent bath salts within easy reach but safely away from water and soap. A long, relaxing soak will become her favorite nighttime routine when the kids are asleep. Who knows? She might even let you join her for some well-deserved parent time.
25. Full Body Pillow
Photo: Yana
Here's a great Mother's Day gift for your pregnant wife—though she'll want to use it long after the baby has come, too. Yana's full-body sleep pillow forms to her body's shape to help with aches and pains while sleeping, working in bed, watching TV or snuggling with you. It's filled with your choice of natural latex or cooling gel and boasts a removable, washable cover that's double-sided with organic cotton and bamboo velour. (Read: two soft, breathable fabrics that'll keep her cool throughout the night.)
26. "Happy First Mother's Day" Onesie
Photo: pintsizedapparelshop
Celebrate your wife's first time as a mother with this adorable onesie! Your baby will melt hearts wearing this precious outfit, which reads "Happy First Mother's Day" and is personalized with your child's name. Get ready for plenty of laughter and joyful tears guaranteed with this thoughtful gift.
27. Five-Year Memory Book
Photo: Amazon
Parenthood marks a significant chapter in life, prompting many parents to cherish and document the journey. However, amid the whirlwind of caring for a newborn, finding time for elaborate scrapbooking can be challenging. That's where this brilliant "one line a day" journal comes in. With short, daily entries for five consecutive years, moms can effortlessly capture a thought, memory or milestone event, making it the perfect companion for busy parents.
28. Mother-of-Pearl Heart Charm Bracelet
Photo: Rellery
A charm bracelet is a great Mother's Day gift for your wife because you can add to it every year. This oval link bracelet comes in 18K gold-plated or sterling silver and is outfitted with a fitting mother-of-pearl heart pendant. It can be stacked with other ornaments from the brand like her initial, your initial or your children's initials, birthstone gems or symbolic pendants.
29. Zippered Leather Tote
Photo: Cuyana
Every mom needs a good purse and this tote from Cuyana is a splurge-worthy Mother's Day gift for your wife. The stylish everyday bag will keep all of her—and her kid's—essentials safe and organized. It's made from soft and lightweight Italian leather with a secure zip closure into a roomy interior that features a large and small wall as well as a key ring. She can wear it as a shoulder bag or you can add on an adjustable strap for a crossbody.
30. Smart Wallet
Photo: Ekster
Moms always have their hands full, so why not ease some of the juggling with this chic wallet? The slim, aluminum design fans out cards with just the click of a button, eliminating the need to dig through a coin purse to find what she needs. And the rose gold color? That's just the cherry on top.
31. Colorful Bakeware Set
Photo: Williams Sonoma
Does she love baking with the kids? This set of kitchen essentials will help them cook up a storm, from cookies and cakes to bread loaves. Plus, everyone in the household will love the bright colorways. We suggest pairing it with a handmade coupon that promises to clean up their mixing bowls and baking sheets so she can have an afternoon of fun and minimal work with the kids.
32. Instant Pot
Photo: Amazon
If your wife tends to be the head chef of the house, she'll appreciate the ease of making dinner with an instant pot. The seven-in-one cooker can steam, sauté, slow cook, pressure cook and more, so she can make elaborate meals like beef brisket, stew or even bread in under an hour. And it works with a lot of "set it and forget it" recipes so even on busy school nights, a delicious dinner is still on the table. Plus, it's easy to clean! We suggest gifting the six-quart option, which is big enough to serve six people, but you can also go up to eight quarts or down to three.
33. Smart Indoor Garden
Photo: Click and Grow
For wives with a green thumb but limited outdoor space or time, Click and Grow offers the perfect solution. Their revolutionary indoor garden automates light, water and nutrients so she can grow fresh herbs right on her kitchen counter. The kit comes with three basil seeds, but you can also shop for seeds from over 75 plant varieties.
34. Notes and Recipes
Photo: Papier
Looking to treat the mom who still loves putting pen to paper for everything? Check out this adorable notebook set from Papier. With its vibrant lemon designs, this set is not only stylish but also functional, providing a place for her thoughts, ideas or daily musings and a place for her tried-and-true recipes.
35. Efficient Coffee Maker
Photo: Nespresso
If you and your wife need a cup (or a pot) of coffee to begin each day, then this Mother's Day gift idea is really for both of you. The Nespresso Vertuo Pop Plus can brew five different size coffees—from a single shot of espresso to extra-large over ice—with just the push of a button, ensuring she gets her daily dose of energy without any hassle. Plus, with eight colors to choose from, the machine will perfectly complement her carefully curated kitchen aesthetic.
36. Luxe Photo Book
Photo: Artifact Uprising
Mother's Day is all about celebrating motherhood and a great way to do that is by reflecting on all the wonderful memories with your kids—like with a photo album. With a premium, foil-stamped linen cover and thick paper printed with simple photo layouts, this book is a beautiful way of telling your wife's story. Just make sure you give yourself time to sort through 20, 30, 40 or 50 photos for the pages.
37. Ancestry DNA Kit
Photo: Ancestry
Shopping for a Mother's Day gift for your wife who just became a grandma? An Ancestry DNA kit will help her draw her ever-growing family tree and better understand her roots. She'll love sharing all she's learned with you, her children and her grandchildren.
38. Silk Pillowcase
Photo: Brooklinen
A silk pillowcase is one of our top picks for a luxurious gift for your wife on Mother's Day. The fabric is gentle on the skin and hair, minimizing friction at night and, thus, helping prevent wrinkles and frizz. She'll wake up looking and feeling more refreshed.
39. Pretty Trinket Dish
Photo: Amazon
If your kids are still young, her bag is probably always filled with an assortment of snacks, wet wipes, diapers, toys and all the other usual suspects. For Mother's Day, gift your wife somewhere to put her things that's just for her. This cute woodland-illustration ring dish can live on her bedside table and house jewelry and any other small odds and ends she likes to keep within reach.
40. Weighted Blanket
Photo: Bearaby
Speaking of tricks to sleeping better, a weighted blanket is another life hack for all parents. The thoughtful Mother's Day gift for your wife offers numerous benefits beyond its cozy embrace. Known for reducing stress, promoting relaxation and improving sleep quality, it's perfect for the mom who deserves some R&R. This one has a cotton knit design, but Bearaby also offers throws made of velvet or moisture-wicking, silky eucalyptus fibers for added comfort.
41. Plush Lounge Socks
Photo: Cozy Earth
Once you reach a certain level of life, like motherhood, socks suddenly become the ultimate gift. Well, here's the deal: these aren't just any socks. Treat your wife to ultimate comfort with these plush socks from Cozy Earth. Made with the softest materials, these ribbed socks are perfect for keeping her feet warm and cozy. Whether she's unwinding after a long day or enjoying a lazy Sunday morning, these socks will be her new favorite companion—second and third to you and the kids, of course.
42. Experience Gift Card
Photo: Tinggly
Still unsure what to get your wife for Mother's Day? You don't have to give your wife something that's wrappable. A Tinggly experience voucher will treat her (and up to three family members or friends) to a one-of-kind activity like a romantic helicopter ride in New York or a sailing cruise in California. There are even international excursions. It never expires so she can be a tourist in her hometown right away or wait until your next vacation.
43. Custom Engraved Wood Sign
Photo: GifterStudioShop
Celebrate the heart of your family with this charming wooden sign that beautifully compares moms to a central puzzle piece. It reads, "Mom, you are the piece that holds us together." Personalize it by adding the names of every family member, including pets, on up to 25 puzzle pieces for a dimensional piece of artwork.
44. Pop-Up Card
Photo: FreshCut Paper
Don't forget to write a Mother's Day card for your wife! This one combines your heartfelt sentiment with a pop-up paper bouquet—surprise! The unique paper piece brilliantly unfolds into a blue "vase" and pink "peonies." There is also a small blank card included for you to put pen to paper.
