Mother's Day will be here before you know it. It falls on Sunday, May 11, this year. That means it's time to start thinking about what to give the mom in your life. Planning ahead helps you find a gift that's truly meaningful and you'll avoid the stress that comes with last-minute shopping. To help you out, we consulted the moms here at CNET and rounded up our top CNET-recommended gifts to give you a comprehensive list of the very best Mother's Day gifts.
Whether your mom (or grandmother, mother-in-law or any other mother figure in your life) is into tech, cooking or she could use a little self-care, we have Mother's Day gifts that'll fit the bill. If she's already flush with physical "stuff," we have gift ideas that take up zero space, too. So read on, and don't forget to lay a little love on Mom while you're at it.
Self-care gifts for Mom
Amazon Zimasilk 100% Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
Protect Mom's hair and skin while she sleeps with a silk pillowcase. Zimasilk's Mulberry Silk Pillowcase is CNET's top pick for the best silk pillowcase of 2025. It comes in 39 different colors and various sizes so you're sure to find one that matches her bedroom decor. It's easy to wash (you can just throw it in the delicate cycle and line dry it) and it has a convenient zipper on the side to keep the pillow snug.
Renpho foot massager
Mom is walking here, she's walking there, and sometimes back here because she forgot her dang keys (more on that later). She could use a good foot massage or seven, and this compact electric shiatsu massager with heat will do exactly that -- whenever she wants.
Ohom Ui 3 self-heating mug
Does Mom always have a cup of tea or coffee on hand? Then she'll appreciate this self-heating mug. No more reheating coffee and tea in the microwave. A dedicated heating pad keeps your beverage at an optimal temperature throughout the day. Bonus: You can also use the warming pad to charge your phone.
Theragun Mini
If you can't send Mom to a massage therapist, this may be the next best thing to help relax those muscles. The Theragun Elite is our top-rated massage gun but the Theragun Mini is a powerful, cheaper option in a smaller package. It's easy to throw in a gym bag and delivers an impressive 1,750 to 2,400 percussions per minute.
Supergoop All Day Glow SPF set
You might not think of sunscreen as a standard Mother's Day gift but this brand has a diehard following for a reason. It goes on smooth and leaves your skin feeling ultra-moisturized. Our CNET editors especially appreciate the "glowy" look and that it doesn't leave a white, sticky residue on your face.
Luna weighted blanket
Mom is here, there and everywhere -- which is why she could use a nap. When you need to make that smooth transition into naptime, there's nothing quite like a weighted blanket. Thanks to its breathability and its soft yet heavy feel, the Luna Luxe tops our list of the best weighted blankets of 2025. It's also a welcome mix of affordability and quality.
Drowsy silk sleep mask
If Mom could use some quality shut-eye, she'd appreciate this 100% pure silk sleep mask. CNET ranked it the best overall sleep mask thanks to its comfortable cushiness and the adjustable velcro strap on the back. "I found that it didn't slip off my face while I slept like other masks tend to and the fluffy padding made it have a total blackout effect," says CNET's Caroline Igo.
Massage Envy
If she needs more than an at-home foot massage -- and chances are she probably does -- line her up with a professional massage. This is a great gift for new moms too. You can choose any amount on the gift card but be sure to check out the cost of a standard massage, as prices vary by location.
Sentimental gifts for Mom
Storyworth
You've probably heard a lot of funny stories and anecdotes about your mother's life over the years. What if you could collect them all in one place? Storyworth is a service that will pack all her memories and stories into a beautifully bound book. Once a week, she'll get a question via email that's a writing prompt. (You can choose the question or Storyworth can select it for you.) At the end of the year, all her answers are collected into a hardcover book with photos and captions.
Flower delivery from Bouqs
Fresh flowers might be a traditional Mother's Day gift idea but a beautiful bouquet is always sure to put a smile on her face. We tested a slew of online flower delivery services and The Bouqs Co. came out as the clear winner. Bouqs offers a variety of beautiful blooms including roses, peonies, tropical flowers and more.
Lego orchid
If a bouquet of fresh flowers is too traditional, this Lego set is a unique gift that will appeal to her creative side. Not only is it fun to build (who doesn't love building Legos?), but once you've finished your masterpiece, you can display it on a shelf or desk.
ScanMyPhotos
Speaking of memories of the photographic sort, if she has a pile or piles of old-fashioned paper photos that are susceptible to damage, floods and fires, surprise her with an easy fix: professional photo scanning. Plus, you can use the files to make a sweet digital album or slideshow that she can share on social media.
ScanMyPhotos is a master of photo scanning and will digitally organize any images no matter where you've stashed them -- scrapbooks, photo albums or piled up in a shoebox. You can scan individual photos starting at 19 cents per scan, or the company can send you a box that you fill up and it'll scan them for $145.
Techie gifts for Mom
Apple AirTags, 4-pack
Apple AirTags aren't new, but they still make excellent gifts for mothers who might misplace the occasional item. Get a set of four so she can throw one in her beach tote, purse, wallet and luggage. You can even have them engraved with her initials free if you order them through Apple -- although a four-pack tends to be cheaper on Amazon.
Beats Fit Pro wireless earbuds
Although AirPods are great, they're not for everyone. The Beats Fit Pro aren't technically AirPods but they're built on the same tech platform as the AirPods Pro, and they have the handy ear hook, which means Mom can wear them while jogging or doing pretty much anything. Plus, the Beats Fit Pro buds come in a range of flashy and fun colors.
Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen)
CNET editor and mom Bridget Carey says, "I never cared about an Apple Watch until I had to do everything at home. Now it's the only way I stay sane." With this multifaceted device, mama can be with the kids and away from the laptop without worrying about missing a call or a big email.
Working from home while also running a home can lead to some serious scatterbrain and an Apple Watch will help Mom locate her phone if lost, schedule her day, make playlists for running and 1,000 other things.
Google Nest Hub
Give Mom a helper of the smart home variety -- this is our favorite overall smart display and a winner of CNET's Editors' Choice Awards. Thanks to the built-in Google Assistant, the Nest Hub responds to all of the same voice command options as the Google Home Mini smart speaker. You can also control your smart home devices, like a smart doorbell, with an intuitively designed control panel. The second-generation smart home hub model also includes Sleep Sensing and Quick Gestures thanks to Google's Soli mini radar.
The colorful fabric design on this Google Assistant smart display allows the device to blend in anywhere, although the tablet touchscreen comes in particularly handy if you want step-by-step help through a recipe in the kitchen. Read our Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) review.
Kitchen gifts for Mom
Fluicer juicer
This amazing juicer is a margarita lover's best friend. The genius Fluicer bends and squeezes limes and lemons to get a full juice. It even catches the pulp and seeds in a built-in grate. Read our full review.
Cheese Grotto
Novice cheese nerds may find a personal cheese cave overkill. But if Mom considers herself a camembert connoisseur, this device will not only keep those blocks fresh longer but allow them to age for more robust flavors. It imitates the conditions of a real cheese cave -- proper moisture and temperature -- all within the confines of your fridge.
If you're feeling particularly generous, you can add Cheese Grotto's excellent cheese subscription, which starts at $95 per month.
All-Clad 10-inch covered frying pan
In CNET's rigorous testing of 10 top skillets, the All-Clad D3 came out on top. If Mom likes to sauté and sizzle, she'll appreciate the even heating and sleek design this high-end frying pan delivers. It'll be her new favorite pan courtesy of her new favorite kid.
Cuisinart Pure Indulgence ice cream maker
Every season is ice cream season and nothing tastes better than making the good stuff at home. We tested all the top ice cream makers, and the Cuisinart Pure Indulgence 2-quart ice cream maker came out on top, besting the TikTok-famous Ninja Creami. While the Cuisinart can be a bit loud while it's running, its large capacity and double insulation helped it stand out from its competitors. We found it to be an overall great value for the money.
Subscription gifts for Mom
The Chef & The Dish
If Mom enjoys cooking, surprise her with one of our favorite online cooking classes to gift. The Chef & The Dish connects you with top-rated chefs from all over the world who will teach you, in private classes, in your kitchen, in real-time. You cook and learn while your personal chef watches and instructs you. Private classes start at $185 per person. Choose any amount for a gift card.
Atlas Coffee Club
A curated box of exceptional coffee is definitely not going to go unappreciated. While there are dozens of excellent coffee clubs to choose from, we love Atlas for its price, quality selections and simple gift-ordering interface. Give three months for $55, six months for $99 or a year for $189.
MasterClass subscription
With all the time she spends keeping the ship from sinking, there's not always time to spend on personal interests and endeavors. MasterClass makes it easy to learn about a plethora of subjects from the folks who know them best. There are cooking classes from icons like Thomas Keller and Alice Waters but also lessons on subjects you might not realize you need help with.
A MasterClass gift subscription starts at $120 for an annual membership and includes more than 100 classes taught by luminaries in fields from fiction writing to poker. There's something here for everyone. With credible teachers, solid production values and a vast catalog of subject matter, MasterClass is like Netflix for the overly ambitious.
Blue Apron
If Mom is the chef in the house, she could probably use a break from planning the week's daily menus. Blue Apron makes it easy with oven-ready meals that take all the guesswork out of meal prep. It's affordable too, which is why it tops our list of the best meal delivery services of 2025.
Home gifts for Mom
Self-watering planter box
Plants are only as good as the gardener who tends them. If Mom could use a day off from weeding and watering, these self-watering planters will free her up for a margarita or two.
Solo Stove Mesa fire pit
If your mom is sensitive to the cold, she'll love a fire pit to enjoy time outdoors during the spring, fall or cooler summer nights. CNET tested several fire pits, and this model was our favorite smokeless mini fire pit, with its clever 360-degree Signature Airflow system. It's compact enough that you can set it on a table or take it with you in a backpack for camping trips.
Mouth-blown glasses
These stemless wine glasses are handmade by Mexican artists and blown from recycled glass to create six elegant vessels for wine, cocktails or water. Because each set is handmade they'll look a little bit different, but you can bet they'll draw some attention and compliments every time they're set out on the table.
Ingarden microgreens garden
This might be the most attractive smart garden we've come across and it's impossibly easy to use. Microgreens are best known for their role as entree garnish, but these baby vegetable greens are positively packed with vitamins and antioxidants.
Ingarden has LED grow lights and a reservoir for water that is wicked up into the soilless seed pads. In about seven days, you'll have bushy microgreens to use for salads, sandwiches and a host of other applications. The sleek, simple and clean indoor grower is made from ceramic and steel and fits on basically any windowsill or bookshelf for a welcomed pop of green. See our full review of the Ingarden here.
Aarke water carbonator
Hauling heavy (and pricey) cans of seltzer home from the store can be a thing of the past with an eco-friendly water carbonator. SodaStream is a good option but the Swedish Aarke carbonator is big on style and more giftable if you ask us. It's available in five great finishes to match her kitchen motif. Read our Aarke carbonator review.
60-hour candle
This unique candle burns for as long as 60 hours and the copper-finished holder is giving off some seriously cool antique energy. This would definitely make a nice centerpiece on the dining table during a relaxing meal. Refills for the candle are $18 so bag one or two for when this long-lasting candle finally does burn out.
Kammok Bobcat wearable blanket
Surely you remember the Snuggie. Well, definitely don't get Mom a Snuggie for Mother's Day. We repeat, do not get your mom a Snuggie for Mother's Day. The wearable blanket has grown up, taking on the form of this stylish and giftable Kammok Bobcat 45.
The 600-fill duck-down insulated blanket is plenty warm and, weighing a mere 20 ounces, light enough for camping or wearing around the house (no judgment here). It's the quilt's poncho mode that makes it the ideal accessory for hanging outside by the fire pit. If the mom you're shopping for tends to run a little cold, this might be an ideal Mother's Day gift as we roll through spring.
Kammok has a slightly more budget-friendly model, the Field Blanket, for $110 as well.
Matador NanoDry Towel
When the opportunity to swim arises, you must always be prepared to take the plunge. This lightweight towel is small enough for Moms to throw into a bike bag, backpack or back pocket. According to Matador, it absorbs more than twice its weight (81 grams) in water. It's machine washable and comes in a mesh bag with a sturdy handle and hang loop.