38 Last-Minute Gifts That Will Arrive by Mother’s Day
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Mother’s Day is May 11 this year, which means if you haven’t already picked up a gift, now’s the time. While you may not be able to order something personalized, you can still get them something that feels personal. With so little time left, though, finding the right gift is tricky. To save you some time, I’ve combed through our gift guides and other coverage, as well as rounded up some of my favorite things I’ve tried this year, to find everything that’ll make a perfect Mother’s Day Gift and still arrive on time (you’ll have better chances if you have Amazon Prime membership). For more ideas, you can also visit our gifting hub.
Updated on May 8, 2025
Checked stock:Removed several items that will no longer arrive by Mother’s Day.
Gifts under $25
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Nomad ChargeKey
This compact USB-C cable can latch right onto her keychain, so she’ll never have to leave the house without the means to plug in her phone for a top-up.
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SONGMICS 2-Layer Jewelry Box
An elegant jewelry box to store all her accessories.
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Morandi Sticky Tabs
For the bibliophile who loves to mark up her books, a pack of neutral-tone sticky tabs.
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And this rechargeable book light will make it easy for her to finish her latest must-read in the wee hours of the night.
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She can light these to fill her space with an earthy, comforting fragrance.
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This granola — which is packed with almond butter — is perfect for new moms who need to eat with one hand.
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This pair of coffee scoops will make for a nice upgrade to her coffee — or tea — setup and will look good on her counter.
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Boon Sauce
When the standard chile oil simply won’t cut it for her, this one is made with anchovies for an extra bit of umami.
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CosRX’s snail-mucin essence has a devoted following and comes recommended by many dermatologists. The powerhouse ingredient can simultaneously improve hydration, stimulate collagen production, and aid in skin regeneration.
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These trays look good enough to display on a countertop or coffee table and can even be used for hosting a cookie-making party.
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She can still have wrinkle-free clothes when she’s traveling as long as she packs this tiny steamer.
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Lamicall Phone Stand
If she’s always watching TikToks on her phone or likes to keep her recipes open while she cooks, this sturdy stand can fold to be dropped into a purse or backpack.
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Duralex Gigogne Glass Tumbler Drinking Glasses
While she counts the days until her next vacation, these nontraditional wineglasses will let her at least feel like she’s getting away.
Gifts under $50
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‘Snacking Dinners: 50+ Recipes for Low-Lift, High-Reward Dinners That Delight,’ by Georgia Freedman
Georgia Freedman’s just-published cookbook offers lots of suggestions for low-effort yet satisfying meals.
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This portable charger has a cable and A/C plug built in, so her phone never has to hit zero percent again.
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For the pot-head mom, to match her beloved Dutch oven.
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A handy personal blender that makes quick work of her smoothies or salad dressings.
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One of our favorite tumblers for coffee on the go, this elegant stainless-steel model from Kinto has a double-lid system that prevents even the tiniest bit of liquid from escaping.
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John Bettencourt, the head roaster at Oslo Roasters, says you don’t need to be a barista or coffee nerd to make delicious coffee with a Chemex. “It’s simple to use, elegant, and the specially made paper filters contribute to a very clean cup of coffee,” he says.
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She’ll appreciate the sophisticated scent and nonsticky feel of this French hand cream.
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Our favorite body scrub, which combines volcanic pumice and bamboo charcoal with glycolic, lactic, and salicylic acids, can keep her skin soft and glow-y all year and comes in a chic tube that’ll look good in her bathroom.
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A good gift for an artsy mom looking for a new medium to explore.
Gifts under $100
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We named this the best travel pillow for traveling with kids, and it’s also Rebecca Black’s favorite to travel with.
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Felco 2 Pruners
The ne plus ultra of pruners.
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UGG Duffield Throw
And this throw will keep her cozy when she’s at home. Actress Sasheer Zamata says it feels like the inside of an UGG boot.
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JBL Clip 5
This portable speaker can clip onto a tote or any other bag, and it’s waterproof, so she can even use it in the shower.
Gifts over $100
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The best streamer to watch everything from Ms. Rachel at breakfast to Severance after the kids go to bed.
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Brooklinen Super-Plush Robe
She could use a nice robe to lounge in on her special day — or any day — and this is our favorite.
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If she’s a fan of frozen yogurt or soft serve, this gadget will ensure those are always within reach.
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Sheets that make the whole bed feel like the cool side of the pillow.
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She won’t find better headphones for blocking out the world for a little while.
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A travel-friendly wireless charger — which can charge an iPhone and Apple Watch simultaneously.
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Whether she prefers drip coffee or espresso, this coffee grinder’s 41 grind settings will ensure she makes the perfect cup every time.
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This eye-catching gadget can turn her countertop into an at-home matcha bar.
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This attachment will elevate a basic stand mixer (if she doesn’t have one, you can grab her one at Best Buy as well) to a bona fide pasta-maker.
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And with this rice cooker, making perfect rice will be as simple as tapping a button.
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This heated leg massager can give her some comfort as it’s providing her relief.
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This carry-on’s wheels come off, so she won’t need to check a bag even on the most unforgiving airlines.
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