If we had a dollar for every time someone asked us what moms really want for Mother’s Day, we could probably just book our own spa day and check back next year.
And yes, the real answer is still alone time, a clean house, and to sneak away for a pedicure. But since that’s apparently harder to wrap, here are a few gifts NOM moms would actually be very happy to receive this Mother’s Day.
FRAMED KEEPSAKE
Moms are sentimental to the core, and we love our little boogers no matter how much they snot on us.
Give her a photo with the kids — a proof-of-mom, a candid, nothing fancy. Someday she’ll treasure looking back on how little they were… and how young she looked.
Take the extra step and frame it so it feels special and she notices the effort.
We like these for wall frames, and these or these for tabletop. Same goes for kids’ art: add a frame, and suddenly that handprint painting is a masterpiece.
FANCY DRINKWARE
Another easy win? An elevated essential she’ll actually use.
If she’s a coffee drinker, NOM Moms swear by the Ember Smart Mug which keeps her coffee warm long after she’s forgotten where she put it. And because every mom needs to stay hydrated, we love this chic AF BPA-free glass water bottle from BKR, or a classic Simple Modern straw tumbler in a pretty color that makes hydration feel a little less like a chore.
CUTE & COMFY JAMMIES
The Heart on My Sleeve PJ Set is our favorite chic upgrade from the old college T-shirt she’s still somehow sleeping in.
They’re soft, comfortable, and pulled together in a way that makes bedtime feel more peaceful. We love that they’re roomy enough for a bump, make nighttime nursing easy, and still look chic postpartum.
LUXURY BATH SET
If a solo trip to St. Barts isn’t in the budget, this luxury body care set from OUAI is the next best thing. The St. Barts scent is heavenly and makes her shower feel like a mini vacation. Just be sure to pair it with some actual peace and quiet, and keep the munchkins with their endless questions and sticky hands far, far away while she uses it.
BEAUTY GOODIES
Full disclosure: we’re beauty junkies here at NOM, so we can never say no to a little treat. This cult-favorite lip butter balm from Summer Fridays is an easy yes — because those lips need to stay hydrated when they’re constantly kissing little cheeks and nibbling tiny tootsies. And while you’re at it, throw in some Summer Fridays eye patches and our favorite dry shampoo from Oribe because why not?
STYLISH SNEAKERS
Hear us out: once you become a mom, your shoe priorities shift hard from cute to functional. So give her a pair of sneakers that can do both. We love these Adidas Tokyos in a fun color — sorry, Sambas had their moment — and the Puma Speedcats are very in right now too.
DON'T FORGET...
At the end of the day, it’s not about how much you spend — it’s about showing her you see her. A little effort goes a long way. Wrap it nicely, add a handwritten note, and give her actual time to enjoy her gifts.
That’s the part she’ll remember.
Ok, we need to stop before we add all of this to our own carts. NOM Moms, we hope your family showers you with all the love you deserve this Mother’s Day. And feel free to send this to the partner in your life and tell them NOM made you do it. ;)
