Over 35 Mother’s Day gift ideas for all kinds of Moms

by Robert Paul

It goes without saying Mom already has the best gift of all: You! That’s not to say on her special day she won’t appreciate a gift that’s as unique as your love for her. And because no two moms are alike, instead of “surprising” her with a generic store-bought card and gift, why not give Mom something that fits her personality like a glove.

Here are over 35 Mother’s Day gift ideas for all kinds of deserving moms, whether “Mom” to you means your mom, spouse, partner or grandmother.

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Does your mom love to spend time in the great outdoors? Is she more into biking than brunch? If she simply can’t sit still for more than a minute then why not consider a unique gift to allow her tap into her inner Amelia Earhart.

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Heaven knows every mom deserves to be pampered, especially on Mother’s Day. For the mom who enjoys being doted upon what could make a luxury spa experience even better? By bringing the spa to her.

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If your mom can’t live without her gadgets, then you’ll probably want to skip the low-tech flowers and chocolates to check out these five gifts any multi-tasking, tech-savvy mom would be thrilled to receive.

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Few things are more exciting – and exhausting – that a new mom’s first Mother’s Day. If there's a new mom in your life and you're wondering how to honour her on this milestone day, here are four outstanding ideas she’ll adore!

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Mom always made sure you had hot meals growing up. Now it’s your turn to ensure she has everything she wants, whether she’s a chocaholic or passionate gourmand. If your mom is a bona fide foodie, check out these five ideas she’s sure to love.

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If your mom insists that spending time with you on Mother’s Day is more important than you spending money on gifts for her, then here are three heartwarming things you can do to show Mom just how much you care.

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The best way to thank a hard-working mom for everything she does is by helping her to relax. That's why the time-honoured treat of breakfast in bed is the perfect Mother's Day surprise, made doubly enjoyable when the whole family pitches in!

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Although many moms love to receive flowers on Mother’s Day, some love to grow them. If your mom’s idea of a perfect afternoon is spent puttering around in the garden, some gardening-related gifts could be just the thing to brighten her Mother's Day.

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Often gifts made by kids are the ones moms cherish most, especially if Mom is also keen about crafting. If you have a creative child excited to surprise Mom with a unique gift, here are three fun DIY gift ideas to make Mother’s Day extra special.

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Mother's Day isn't only about celebrating your mom; it's also about showing your grandma that she’s just as important. Here are five ideas to let Grandma know that you love her more than ever.

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