For all the times you yelled, “Mom? Mo-omm? Mommy? MOTHER?”, at around 2:15 a.m. when she had to work the next day, this gift list is for you. It’s practically Mother’s Day and I’ll be honest, if you haven’t bought anything yet, Amazon is just about your only remaining savior. (Thank you to the Most High Jeff Bezos for all things Amazon Prime.)
I’m kidding around, of course, (sort of), but Mother’s Day is quickly approaching and you’re not going to want to greet the day empty-handed. The exciting part about this list is that it’s not just a single gift; it’s a year (or more) worth of gifts! Wait … what’s that you said? Mom only needs a single gift? Have you seen that image that depicts what it looks like to be dilated to 10? You did that; the least you can do is bestow all the gifts on that woman. Whether she’s into beauty products, snacks, crafts, plants or pets, there’s something here sure to brighten her day month.
Beauty Spot
If your Mom is like most, she doesn’t take much time for herself. Tell her it’s O.K. for a little self-care with a monthly Allure Beauty Box packed with premium beauty products valued at more than $100. Each box always has six products (including three full-sized ones) ranging from makeup to haircare and beyond. These products are hand-selected so you know they’ll be great.
Self-Care Delivered
Speaking of self-care, this beauty subscription box is a total winner and has been featured by the likes of Oprah, InStyle, Marie Claire and Harper’s Bazaar. These boxes include five to eight full-sized and deluxe travel-sized beauty products and product info cards so she knows exactly what she’s doing. This box is especially great for curly and textured hairstyles.
Tea Time
Give Mom her own “tea” time with this loose-leaf tea subscription box that comes in sampler, black, green and herbal varieties in quantities from two to four top-rated brews each month. Each box provides a minimum of 28 cups of tea each month so if she’s more of a tea person than a coffee person, she’ll be set until the next box is due to arrive.
Plant The Seed
Is there anything more adorable in the plant world than succulents? This monthly box is all about indoor plants, succulents and cacti, hand-chosen by a grower at Costa Farms. Each box includes one plant and three to four succulents or cacti in various sizes. Dubbed the “clean air plant collection,” this box actually has health benefits like filtering indoor pollutants and purifying the air.
Adults And Crafts
Tell her you think she’s totally crafty with a monthly craft subscription box. I’m not sure what’s happening in the photo above but it’s just gorgeous. Kits come with all of the materials, tools and instructions to complete the included project and each month’s craft is different from the last. Previous boxes have included handmade clocks, crates, wooden signs and whatever that purple thing above is. I want it!
Discover Japan Through Snacks
Mom can snack across the globe with this snack and candy subscription box that celebrates all things Japan. Each month’s box is curated around unique themes in Japanese culture, festivals, flavors and locales, with snacks like Japanese candy, mochi, cakes, chips tea and more. Each box purchased helps support the Japanese vendors the Bokksu company works with to procure their monthly offerings.
Sock It To Her
We always think about Father’s Day when it comes to a sock gift, but Mom might like some foot coverings of her own. Foot Cardigan is a monthly sock subscription originally seen on “Shark Tank,” and this box is all about the ladies. Each pair of socks received is made from combed cotton knitted with 200 needles with added arch support.
Coffee Talk
My dad is the coffee snob in our family so he definitely got a monthly coffee subscription box at Christmas. Now, Mom can have her own with the World Explorer’s Coffee Sampler subscription, which includes five coffees from around the world with different roast levels. She’ll get notes on the origins of each coffee as well as the farmers who grew it, making it a delicious and educational experience.
Caffeine And Chill
When coffee alone isn’t enough, pair it with a good read in the form of this coffee and book club subscription box that presents reading favorites with a single bag of whole-bean (or ground) coffee. Choose Mom’s favorite genre, from acclaimed non-fiction to romance to (my favorite) thrillers. She’ll get a 12-oz. bag of coffee plus two new books each month, and you’ll definitely be her favorite child.
Oh, Fudge!
My favorite scene from “A Christmas Story” is when Ralphie gets his mouth washed out with soap for uttering the phrase “Oh, fudge!” (only he didn’t say “fudge.”) This fudge is the real deal, though, and comes in a three-piece sampler to Mom’s door each month. Each box has three pieces (a full one-and-a-half pounds) for Mom to indulge in.
Cookie Monster
There are definite divides when it comes to desserts. Some of us prefer fruity, others prefer straight-up chocolate, while yet others are big cookie monsters. If Mom’s the latter, you need to snag this Cookie of the Month box where she can try everything from a cookie cake to a baker’s dozen. All of these goodies are baked in small, hand-crafted batches using mostly organic ingredients.
Wet Her Plants
At the tender age of 45, I’ve finally figured out houseplants. Odds are, your Mom had them figured out ages ago. This subscription box is all about live houseplants, but of the smaller variety with two four-inch sized options. Each box also has fertilizer tabs to keep her plants fed and a year-long subscription to a plant care app for more “green” happenings.
Find Some Balance
Isn’t “balance” what we’re all really searching for? Who knew it came in a box? The Balanced Lifestyle Box is a quarterly, seasonal subscription filled with eight to 10 premium products that’ll nurture her body, mind and soul. (Think FabFitFun for the mom circuit). Each box has a value of more than $200, which makes it a steal for $54. There’s also a version for guys and, you know, Father’s Day is right around the corner.
Make Mom High-Tech
My Mom could not care less about new technology; in fact, she’d rather not participate at all. Me, on the other hand, I’m definitely an early adopter. This subscription box from Breo Box is a curated sampling of the latest tech, home goods and lifestyle products, delivered right to the door four times a year. Prior boxes have included earbuds, mug warmers and automatic soap dispensers.
Rose To The Occasion
There’s not a Mom on the planet who wouldn’t be pleased to have roses show up at her door every month. This rose box subscription comes in three options (garden, premium and tinted) along with tropical fillers and biodegradable jute wrap. You can feel good about this purchase, too: Each bouquet includes sustainably grown flowers and eco-friendly packaging materials.
Have Some Skin In The Game
Not all skincare is created equal, but Mom will be pleased with this clean beauty box that includes professional-grade products, including one full-sized option, each month. Appropriate for all skin types, these are spa-quality facial products used by estheticians in more than 700 spas worldwide. Think of it like giving Mom a perpetual spa day she can turn to time and again.
A Cheap Thrill
Can I buy myself my own monthly book subscription box? Because this version from My Thrill Club is right up my (dark and creepy) alley. Each month, she’ll get two thrillers (or horrors or mysteries, you choose) along with a surprise inside. (Who doesn’t love surprises?) If she reads at a lightning pace or can never seem to find her next book, this is definitely the gift for her.
Fit For A Queen
The right “fit” is definitely here with the monthly fitness box from The FixBoxx. Each month, she’ll get premium apparel and gear, customized by gender and size, along with accessories, supplements, nutrition products and more. The company values these boxes at double the cost they’re charging, which is just $62. One reviewer, who just received her first box, said: “All the items are high quality and so fun.”
Face The Facts
All those times your Mom told you to “wash your face” as a kid have officially come back to bite her in the fanny, when you gift her this quarterly skincare and sheet mas box. Packed with four full-sized items and seven masks, these boxes are carefully curated to be suitable for all skin types to nourish the skin and boost its barrier.
Sew What?
If just seeing this photo gave you flashbacks of having to wear a scarf to school that your Mom made, just go ahead and hit “Buy Now.” This crochet subscription club presents a different project each month, but is unique is what happens next: The completed items are donated to people in need. If she’s a crocheter and an altruist, look no further.
For The Record
I just bought a new record player, which means I’m diving back into the world of vinyl. This vinyl subscription is the perfect gift for the Mom who has everything, delivering an album from the “golden era of vinyl” — the 1960s and 1970s. These records are selected by the experts at Amazon Music. Help her grow — or start — a collection with this unusual gift idea.
The Cat’s Meow
Cat moms are Moms, too, and most I know would just as soon have this subscription box for cats as they would anything for themselves. Choose a regular box or one without treats (for Mr. Fluffers, who could stand to lose a few), and it’ll arrive right at her door each month. Each box includes four to five fun toys and a tasty treat.
Mom’s Best Friend
We can’t talk about kitties without bringing in the puppers, and I’m a big fan of BarkBox, Meowbox’s more rambunctious cousin. Customize the box based on the size of her furry friend, and they’ll get two dog toys, two bags of treats and a drool-worthy chew each month. Is there anything better than seeing Fido living his best life? I think not.