12 Mother’s Day Self-Care Gifts for Your Loved One Who *Really* Needs a Break

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Your mum is one in a million. She’s seen you through dirty nappies, playground scrapes, relationship woes, and she’s not stopping anytime soon.

With Mother’s Day coming up, now’s a great time to return the favour and give your mum a (well deserved) break.

It’s time for Mum to take some time for herself, revel in your attention, and enjoy the best Mother's Day gifts we have on offer.

Deliver her some extra love this Mother’s Day and order her the mother of all gifts!

12 Best Gifts to Get Your Mum on Mother’s Day...

From running around after you to keeping up appearances at work, your mum knows how to get things done. But being endlessly busy can take its toll. This Mother’s Day, why not treat her to a little luxury? Pick her up the inimitable Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Matrix Set. Packed with luminous goodness, this high-performing skincare set brings mum back into the light and gives her back her glow. Designed to revive the look of tired skin, the formulas in this gift set work together to deliver real, noticeable benefits.

Candles and home decor for Mother's Day gifts are pretty perfect. Simple, thoughtful, and perennially pleasing, a incence holder will always give someone a smile. The lovely Maison Balzac The Glass Pebble- Black is a beautiful way to present your favourite incense sticks. This chic incense holder keeps your incense upright and adds to the space. Gorgeous. Made from opaque borosilicate glass, this makes a unique and special Mother's Day gifts.

Creating a calming environment before bed will help encourage a worry-free night of sleep. One of our perfect Mother's Day gifts for new mums, L'Occitane Cocon de Sérénité Relaxing Pillow Mist brings about a sense of uninterrupted rest that just can’t be beaten. The serenity-inspiring fragrance notes have been inspired by the calming breeze that filters through Provence. A new bedtime ritual might just be one of the best things you can offer Mum this year!

Glasshouse Scent Scene Duo: Lost in Amalfi & Kyoto in Bloom is an innovative and incredibly potent diffuser that offers out a pair of harmonizing scents. Why limit yourself to just one?! This gorgeous gift idea delivers 2 individually packaged Scent Stems fragrances: Kyoto in Bloom (Camellia and Lotus) and Lost in Amalfi (Sea Mist). Kyoto in Bloom smells of light White Florals and warm Amber, while Lost in Amalfi has a fresh, breezy, invigorating effect.

Why give her one present when you can gift two? The Aesop Resurrection Duet is cruelty-free, vegan, and Australian made, which makes it one of the kindest gifts you could present Mum with this year. A perfect first Mothers Day gift idea, this duet will fill a room with the signature Aesop aroma. The hand wash is a superior cleansing gel that washes away impurities from hard-working hands. Divinely scented and perfect for hands that are prone to dryness, this is a great treat for the woman who has everything.

Even supermums need a helping hand every now and again! The KORA Organics Rose Quartz Heart Facial Sculptor could be just the pick-me-up she needs. It doesn’t matter how much water you drink, how many serums you apply, or how many vitamins you take: sometimes skin just looks a little puffy… or flat. Use this pink Rose Quartz Gua Sha face sculptor to improve circulation and depuff tired skin. The gua sha’s handy size makes it easy to travel with and use whenever you feel the need.

Transport her senses to the bustling streets of sunny Europe with this freshly scented Carrière Frères Tomato Room Fragrance Diffuser. Among great Mothers Day gifts, this diffuser is a winner. It’s perfect for those who take pleasure in the finer things. The blend of waxes used to make the candles enhances the scent, and each is handmade for added precision. Simply made using a single note, this Carrière Frères Diffuser will remind Mum of easy-breezy times spent in the sunshine.

If your mum already has everything, get her a gift that’ll stand the test of time. Perfect for makeup-lovers and those who wish they had more room in their day to play with makeup, the Real Techniques Everyday Essentials Set will pull a look together in no time. Cruelty-free and vegan, the 5 piece set has everything you might need to create even the trickiest makeup look. Featuring ultra-soft, synthetic makeup brushes, this is a great bit of kit for anyone who loves to play with beauty. The soft synthetic fibres can be used to apply powder, cream, and liquid formulations.


It’s not always Mum who can be tricky to buy for. Mother’s Day can present any number of gift-giving quandaries!

We’ve answered some of your most pressing questions on what the best presents for mum are and given you something to think about...


Do I Get My Boyfriend's Mom a Mother's Day gift?

Mothers-in-law and potential mothers-in-law can be super-tricky to buy for. If you’re not sure whether you should be shopping for them, consider your relationship with them first.

If your relationship is new and you want to impress your new squeeze, picking up a thoughtful treat could really help build a loving relationship with their mum.

For a beloved mother-in-law, we love the Molton Brown body oils like the Molton Brown Delicious Rhubarb & Rose Body Lotion 300ml. It’s wonderfully scented, beautifully packaged, and shows excellent taste.

Plus, it’s sure to make them smile and think happy thoughts of you whenever they go to use it. They can pick up all their favourite Mother’s Day gifts online!

Should I Buy My Wife a Mother's Day Gift?

Even if you don’t have children yet, it’s still nice to treat your loved one on this kind and thoughtful day.

Mothering comes in all shapes and forms, so if she’s been up all night with the puppy (or a sick you!), you could show your gratitude for her calming ways with a little treat.

With so many scents to choose from, the Dr. Bronner Rainbow Sampler is an eco-friendly treat for the bathroom you can both enjoy.

Should I Get My Pregnant Wife a Mother's Day Gift?

Seeing as she is indeed a mother-to-be, why not surprise her with a gift on this special day? A thoughtful gift is sure to make her smile, even when her ankles are swollen!

The WelleCo SLEEP WELLE Calming Tea Pouch Refill - 50 Tea Bags will help the sleepiest mum-in-the-making catch up on some essential Z's.

Just because she’s pregnant doesn’t mean she can’t look adorable! Mother’s Day makeup gifts make great presents.

A gorgeous eyeshadow palette like this one from M.A.C will open up her options and give her a whole new pregnancy look to play with. And you’ll benefit from her newfound confidence too!

Should I Get Mother's Day Gifts for Grandma?

It’s such a lovely idea to celebrate your grandma on Mother’s Day. Let’s face it: you wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for her! You don’t have to make a grand gesture either.

Just pick out something sweet and thoughtful, and you’re bound to bring her some joy. Looking for a Mother's Day gift for a new mum? Check out our guide for the best Mother's Day gifts for new mums.

This Mother’s Day, celebrate the people you love by giving them a Mothers Day gift that can be delivered right to their door.

Even if you can’t be with them in person, you can still let them know how much they mean to you. Let’s celebrate all the mums!




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