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We know you don’t know the date off the top of your head, so here you go: Mother’s Day is on May 12th this year—mark your calendar. It’s your designated chance to celebrate the mother of your children, and while breakfast in bed is (usually) nice, she wants more. She might say she doesn’t, but trust us—she’d love it if you went above and beyond. So, we’ve wrangled this list of the best Mother’s Day gifts to give your wife.
She’ll still tear up over those handmade cards from the kids, but doesn’t she deserve a token of appreciation from you, her partner, too? Whether it’s a skin care gift set for some much-needed pampering, a luxe pair of designer shoes, or the latest tech to make her life easier, even the smallest present can go the longest way. To make her day extra special, here are 40 gift ideas that will make her feel special, as she always should.
Staple Shoes
Birkenstock Arizona Essentials EVA Sandals
Staple Shoes
Birkenstock Arizona Essentials EVA Sandals
Somehow, these Birkenstocks have universal appeal.
Custom Blanket
FrankiePrintCo Love Letter Blanket
Custom Blanket
FrankiePrintCo Love Letter Blanket
Have any funny letters your kids have written to your wife? Immortalize them in blanket form.
Fine Jewelry
Monica Rich Kosann Slim Gold Locket Necklace
Fine Jewelry
Monica Rich Kosann Slim Gold Locket Necklace
Nothing is quite as romantic as a locket.
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Tear Jerker
UncommonGoods What I Love About You by Me Book
Tear Jerker
UncommonGoods What I Love About You by Me Book
This handwritten heartfelt keepsake might bring tears to her eyes.
Everyday Necklace
Maya Brenner 14K Gold Mom Necklace
Everyday Necklace
Maya Brenner 14K Gold Mom Necklace
Spell it out for her with this sweet necklace made by a designer backed by Michelle Obama.
Sleep Tight
Highline Wellness CBD Gummies for Sleep with Melatonin
Sleep Tight
Highline Wellness CBD Gummies for Sleep with Melatonin
The only thing any mom truly wants is a good night’s sleep. These all-natural gummies will help her do just that.
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Muscle Relief
Therabody Theragun PRO
Muscle Relief
Therabody Theragun PRO
You may not have the hands of a masseuse, but this Theragun can help.
Eternal Classic
UrbanStems Double The Juliet
You can never go wrong with a bouquet of flowers.
A facial massage she can give herself? You’ll get brownie points for this one.
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Hair Tool
Revlon Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer & Styler
Hair Tool
Revlon Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer & Styler
Over 6,000 Amazon reviewers back this time-saving tool.
Growing Garden
Grow. Sunflower Garden Kit
Growing Garden
Grow. Sunflower Garden Kit
This gift is bound to put a smile on her face.
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Host with the Most
Estelle Colored Glass Set of 6 Stem Wineglasses
Host with the Most
Estelle Colored Glass Set of 6 Stem Wineglasses
Upgrade wine o’clock with six jewel-toned wineglasses.
Warm Cookies
Levain Bakery Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie Gift Boxes
Warm Cookies
Levain Bakery Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie Gift Boxes
This foodie gift will brighten her day with just one nibble.
The perfect leggings for whatever her day—or home workout—may bring.
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This waterproof e-reader was practically made for baths (and book lovers).
Beauty Guru
Guerlain Meteorites Setting & Finishing Pearls of Powder
Beauty Guru
Guerlain Meteorites Setting & Finishing Pearls of Powder
Gift her makeup as pretty as she is.
Everybody needs a reliable plain white tee, and rumor has it that this Anine Bing style is the best in the business.
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What’s sweeter than fueling her rosé obsession?
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: You can never go wrong with a great pair of pajamas.
