Mother’s Day Gifts For Every Type Of Mum

Whether you’re going to be reunited over a lovely brunch or lunch, or you’re sending love via pigeon post – Mother’s Day gifts this 2023 should be filled with joy. Read on to find the surprises to make her day sparkle. 

So, no, a WhatsApp message is unacceptable. Our extensive edit covers all bases and budgets, whether you’re shopping for a small but sweet gift or more of a grand gesture. 

 These ideas will melt your mum, wife, grandma, step-parent, and mother-in-law’s heart. 

How to buy gifts that people want? 

The secret to gift-giving is putting a lot of thought and spending time thinking about what the recipient might like.  

Research suggests people appreciate when they receive a gift that they like as this tends to make the givers feel closer and more connected to the receiver. 

Psychologists say bad gifts can strain your relationships. The key is buying a gift based on the recipient’s personality, which has a significant meaning between your bond or something that will hold value for a longer time. This will show how you know them well. 

And no, the price tag doesn’t matter. 

Here, we listed bespoke gifts for different types of mums. 

Tailored gifts for different types of mums  

For the new mum 

From waking up to multiple feedings per night to unexpected 3am diaper changes, we couldn’t think of a better gift for the shut-eye-deprived mums than a Beauty Sleep gift. 

During the 70 min spa session, the recipient will be induced into a meditative state. They will be asked before the treatment where they feel most at peace: on top of a mountain, by the sea, or in a forest.

The answer will then determine the sound running in the background while the spa therapists work on their magic by using essential oils and massage movements to give her the relaxation she so desires and deserves. Spa voucher available here. 

Add in some lovely crisp cotton sheets, a cashmere throw, a silk pillow or eye mask – or the slumber-inducing Relax Oil, and she might get the beauty sleep she deserves.  

Read next: Mum-To-Be Spa Day: 4 Pregnancy Day Spa Treatments To Try  

For the sentimental mum 

For mums who love sentimental treasures, you need a personalised gift. We love this free-standing Wooden Photo Block, from £15.99. Using the app, go to your photo gallery, pick your favourite Kodak moment and have it printed. Easy peasy. Another gift idea is making a photo book or scrapbook with precious memories. It’s about time they leave your phone – get those memories printed. 

Sometimes, a handwritten letter can be refreshing in the age of digital and instant messaging like WhatsApp and facetime. So why not get your loved one a card, print pictures and mail it. 

For the early riser mum 

For the mums who might need a jolt of mood-boosting before their first flat white, try something infused with invigorating essential oils such as the Tonic Moisturising Balm, £35.

Studies show mint increases alertness and concentration, in addition to adding motivation and reducing irritability – plus 95% of testers claimed their skin was smoother. 

For the healthy mum 

For mums who are all about nourishing the body from within and always on the hunt for healthy recipes. 

A great gift is this Juice Master Cold Press Juicer, £299 if she’s into smoothies and green concoctions. This juicer can break fruit and vegetables down fast and make soups, varieties of creamy nut milk and healthy sorbets. 

For the granny mum 

For mums who have adult children and adorable grandkids, gifting might be tricky as they have everything they probably need at this point in their lives. However, time spent with them is a great gift. Perhaps a trip away to their favourite destination or garden, The National Trust offers lovely afternoon teas teamed with historic vistas and sumptuous surroundings.  

For the scent-loving mum

Experts say people associate different smells with different feelings. So pick which emotion you would like to evoke. It can be a sense of escapism. Maybe you’re looking forward to a trip with the whole family to a sunny destination. 

The Eau des Jardins, £39 captures the scent of summer and fields of flowers. 

Or perhaps conjure the smell of being by the sea; Eau Ressourçante, £39 encapsulates those emotions in a bottle – with relaxing notes that come in waves throughout the day when warmed by your skin. It also works well as a pillow or room spray to instil a sense of peace in her space. 

For the working mum 

For versatile, working mums who are miraculously juggling the work-life balance post-pandemic, you need a multitasking product.

Or perhaps the suit-all Supra Volume Mascara, £24 in black is the perfect universal gift. 

The techie-type

A workaholic mum might love this sophisticated tech from Fitbit Luxe.

Not only does it look fashionable compared to the other smartwatches on the market, but it also has a Stress Management feature that can detect tiny electrical changes (EDA) and trace your body’s response to stress. Most probably heightened during work deadlines and school holidays. 

For the selfless mum 

We all know mums who give and give and never keep anything for themselves. While we appreciate and love them for everything they do, maybe this Mother’s Day is an excellent time to remind them that self-care is vital for their physical and mental well-being too. 

Spoil them with a luxurious spa treatment. Beauty Daily recommends the Energy Booster. This vitality-boosting, the mood-enhancing treatment uses energising massage movements and pressure to sweep away stress and help rebalance the body and mind.  

Journaling is another good way to cultivate self-love. We love The Five Minute Journal,£27 with over 1.3 million copies sold – this science-backed best-seller generates a positive outlook in a matter of minutes.

For the beauty-obsessed mum 

For mums who never skip a beauty routine and are all over the internet finding the latest beauty innovation, we recommend Clarins’ cult-favourite Double Serum, £60 and Double Serum Eye, £57.  

We know she’ll love it because the Beauty Daily team is obsessed with it too. 

For the foodie mum 

For mums passionate about cooking and preparing delicious meals day and night, a perfect gift is something she could use in the kitchen, such as Le Creuset cookware. It’s on the pricier side, but it will last a lifetime and you can steal it later on down the line. 

Le Creuset is leading the healthy non-toxic cookware and uses enamelled cast iron. Not only is it not toxic, but it’s also excellent for slow cooking and drawing flavour from food. 

Or, sweeten up any mum’s day by gifting them this personalised, handcrafted Mother’s Day Biscuits, £28 set from Honeywell Biscuit Co. They deliver their bespoke biscuits (think cute flowers, slogans, or a custom design) anywhere in the UK.  

For the jewel-obsessed mother 

We also love this engravable tag pendant from Mejuri, £88. Handcrafted in 14k solid gold, this is a piece the recipient can hold onto forever. You can add your personal touch by engraving an initial or a symbol significant to your bond.

Gifts are a sweet gesture to show how we appreciate the superwomen in our lives, but they will never be enough for all the sacrifices they are making. Being there for them when they need you most is more important. Make them feel love all year round. 

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