46 Mother’s Day gifts that are as special and unique as she is
Spoil mum silly with these exceptional gifts
Mother’s Day is a special occasion that celebrates the most important person in our lives – our mum. It’s a day to show gratitude, appreciation and love for all the sacrifices and hard work made by our mums every single day.
Finding the perfect Mother’s Day gift can be a daunting task, but it’s certainly possible. This year, we’ve compiled a list of the best Mother’s Day gifts that are sure to make mum feel loved, appreciated and incredibly special.
So whether you’re shopping for a new mum, a seasoned mum, or a grandmum, we’ve got something for everyone. From heartfelt sentimental gifts to practical and useful presents that’ll make anyone’s life easier, we’ve made sure to include a variety of gift ideas that’ll cater to different tastes and preferences.
The best Mother’s Day gifts of 2023
Melting moment cleansing balm, $69.95, Alpha-H
This limited-edition cleansing balm is loved by influencers, beauty editors and makeup artists everywhere. Plus, it’s sold out several times since it first launched!
It works super hard to cleanse the skin – removing makeup, dirt, SPF and pollution – without disrupting the skin’s delicate pH balance.
Button faux fur coat, $115 (down from $229.99), Liz Jordan
Make a big statement with this sophisticated, cosy coat.
It’s crafted from the finest quality faux fur and features a button-front closure for ultimate warmth.
Plus, two side pockets ensure that belongings are always conveniently stored.
Milleni fashion woven shoulder bag, $99 (down from $123.95), Beme
This beautiful handbag boasts a shoulder strap and multiple compartments for the busy mum.
It has a fully-lined interior, a back-zip compartment and a gorgeous pleated design any mum will adore.
In Bloom soy candle, $44.95, Peppermint Grove Australia
This twist on a fragrant floral bouquet features a limited-edition pearlescent glass vessel and a highly-polished gold lid that you can get engraved, completely free of charge!
The sophisticated blend of poppy, rose and white jasmine is rounded out with the dark, sensual notes of sandalwood, amber, oud and cedar.
Magazine subscription, starting from $36.99, Magshop
Who doesn’t love winding down with a good magazine and a cup of coffee?
Magshop really does deliver on choice, and you’ll find all kinds of subscriptions available in these extensive catalogues – from entertainment, lifestyle, fashion and beauty, to games and puzzles, health and fitness, cooking, homes, and so much more.
Subscribe and you could also win a $25k holiday to your dream destination, with a $20k luxury escape voucher and $5k spending money.
Dry/mature skincare ritual, $129 (down from $157), Loveskin
This set contains three of Loveskin’s skincare faves, grouped together for maximum results.
The superior botanical ingredients are sourced within New Zealand and around the world. They’re chosen for their unique and specific properties which maximise effectiveness and benefit your skin.
Monogrammed satin white pyjamas, $114.99, Lottie & Liv
Upgrade your sleepwear game with these luxurious, personalised pyjamas.
Made from silky smooth satin, they’re the perfect combination of comfort and style.
Kindle e-reader, $179, Amazon
A Kindle is life-changing for the mum who waits around a lot for kids’ activities, sports and party pickups.
It’s also ideal for the travelling or commuting mama who can take literally thousands of books with her.
Cricut EasyPress, RRP $329, Officeworks
For the mum who loves DIY, the new Cricut EasyPress 3 is the ultimate gift.
From iron-on tees and totes, to sublimation coasters with Cricut Infusible Ink system, this press does it all without the stress.
Use Cricut EasyPress 3 with the companion Cricut Heat app to send ideal time and temperature settings in a tap, plus get step-by-step instructions for every project.
Nespresso Breville Vertuo Pop, RRP $319, Myer
Add a touch of colour to your Mum’s life with the Nespresso Vertuo Pop machine.
Plus, to give mums the ultimate ‘me-day’ treatment, Nespresso and OPI have teamed up and are offering a FREE coffee and nail bar experience.
Guests can head into selected Nespresso boutiques to sip on a cafe-quality coffee made with the Vertuo POP while enjoying an OPI manicure, free of charge!
When: 11th May 5pm-8pm, 13th May 11am-3pm and 14th May 11am-3pm
Where: David Jones Bourke St Mall – Melbourne, Queens Plaza – Brisbane and Elizabeth St – Sydney
Price: Free
Mum will welcome this serum into her skincare routine.
This fast acting serum is enriched with kakadu plum and provides your skin with a concentrated dose of natural Vitamin C.
The unique formulation helps to minimise hyperpigmentation, brighten dull skin, diminish dark spots and reveal glowing skin.
Deebot X1 plus robotic vacuum cleaner, $1499 (down from $1519.20), ECOVACS
This is one home appliance mum wouldn’t mind receiving for Mother’s Day!
The DEEBOT X1 is an automated robot vacuum cleaner with mop that navigates around a space, suctioning up dust, debris, and pet hair.
Available from Bing Lee, Godfreys, Harvey Norman, and JB Hi-Fi.
Retro range, $169 (down from $199), Cloud Nine
The Cloud Nine retro range of straighteners feature four unique new colours.
They’re developed with Cloud Nine Kinder Styling Technology for stronger, shinier, healthier hair.
The ceramic mineral-infused floating plates glide through the hair, cushioning any impact to minimise drag and friction on the hair to minimise split ends and breakage.
Gen.2 IPL hair removal handset, $179 (down from $299), HappySkin
If mum’s worried about her laser treatments, the Happy Skin Gen.2 IPL hair removal handset is more powerful, has a quieter and more efficient fan and a 20 per cent larger light window – so mum can treat more areas in a flash!
Hipsurfer, $197, Hackerlily
A new mum’s body is vulnerable in their baby’s early years as they carry their little one everywhere. As a result you can end up with all sorts of aches and pains – enter HipSurfer.
A revelation for parents on-the-go, Hackerlily’s HipSurfer is like a bumbag with a seat that takes seconds to put on, making it quicker and easier to cuddle and carry your little one.
Designed by Aussie mum Laura Campbell, the ergonomic, strap free, hipseat baby carrier has a wide, padded waistband that sits snugly on the waist and redistributes the full weight of the child.
As well as helping ease some of the pain of carrying an older baby or young child, the HipSurfer also has built-in storage, so your keys and phone are within easy reach.
HipSurfer also has a range of washable, waterproof covers so you can mix up the design to match your adventures.
Until Monday 15 May 2023, you can access Hackerlily’s special Mother’s Day Bundle, which includes a HipSurfer and Washable cover – and save $29! Limited to the first 100 purchases.
Personalised world’s best flourish bamboo coaster, $29, Colour and Spice
This is such a special, beautiful, unique and personalised coaster for mum, grandma or that special someone who enjoys a beverage.
It’s made from bamboo and is finished off with a light wax to enhance the natural colours and grain of the bamboo.
Koda 12 gas powered pizza oven, $649, Ooni
Create pizzas that are low on effort but big on flavour, with a pizza oven.
The Ooni Koda 12 gas powered pizza oven is:
- A compact, powerful outdoor oven created for convenience
- Fits in any outdoor space
- Cooks a 12” pizza in just 60 seconds
- Perfect for camping, weighing under 10kg (9.25kg)
- Connects directly to your gas bottle
Dana nightie, $89 and Duke shorts, $59, Infamous Swim
Mama will love these safari leopard pyjamas from the Infamous Swim sleepwear range.
Made from high-quality, breathable materials, these pyjamas are super comfy and perfect for binge-watching TV or catching some Zzz’s.
Play kit, $130 (1 kit); $496 (3 kits), Lovevery
Okay, so this might not seem as if it’s a present for her, but this is a gift that can keep on giving (if you choose one of the subscription plans) by providing ongoing entertainment for tots.
Lovevery Play Kits are child-safe, sustainable, stage-appropriate developmental sets for little ones, and ages start from 0-12 weeks.
Start with The Looker and move through kits including The Senser and The Babbler to stimulate your little one at different stages.
A terrific gift if you want to give something a little different, for the mum who has everything.
Connect smart diffuser, $39, Laser
Mum will love this smart diffuser that works with the touch of a smartphone or voice command via virtual assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
It can also be used without essential oils to increase moisture levels and make any stale room feel more lively.
Dingo Creek hat, $95, ooGee Australia
ooGee hats are lightweight, comfortable and provide the very best protection from the sun as they are all scientifically tested to ensure they rate UPF50+.
FLEXIBRAID® allows you to conveniently pack your hat down into a bag knowing that it will return to its original shape.
Q7 max robotic vacuum and mop cleaner, 769, Roborock
This cleaner features a powerful suction motor and a large dustbin capacity that allows it to drag away dirt hiding in your carpets and lift off debris in floorboard cracks.
It also has a mopping function that uses a microfibre cloth to mop floors for a deeper clean.
Gold initial disc necklace, $89.15, Mint Kiss Fine Jewellery
Keep a loved one close to your heart with this cute initial necklace.
You can add additional initial charms, zodiac constellation charms and birthstone charms.
This necklace is perfectly personal and makes for a total no-brainer gift.
Piccolo black coffee capsule machine, $99 (down from $130), Espressotoria®
Vittoria is an Australian family owned and operated company that loves giving you a coffee fix in the comfort of your own home.
The Vittoria Piccolo Machine delivers barista-level coffee right from your kitchen bench.
Watch series 8, from $399, Apple
For the mum who’s ready to crush her fitness goals, you really can’t go past a fitness tracker watch!
Not only that, but these watches will help you spend less time on your phone thanks to their huge number of tech features.
Personalised Mother’s Day coffee mug, $39.99, Lottie & Liv
What better way to celebrate your mum than with a personalised coffee mug that’s as unique and special as she is?
This mug is the perfect gift for the woman who always puts others first and deserves a little pampering.
Ascent series A3500i high performance super blender, $1699, Vitamix
Whether mum’s an an aspiring chef wanting to make custom recipes, or she just loves whipping up a smoothie, this blender will be a welcomed addition to the kitchen.
It offers five program settings for smoothies, hot soups, dips and spreads, frozen desserts, and is self-cleaning (exactly what a mum likes to hear!)
Instax mini link smartphone printer, $159, FujiFilm
Mum will love printing pics directly from her smartphone with this cute little device.
Sleek and lightweight, it features a 12 second print time, a 90 second development time after printing and a range of special features on the app, like Bluetooth connectivity, editing, collaging and connecting to other smartphones.
Instant glow tinted complexion balm, $45, Luk Beautifood
This balm instantly revives tired, dull and stressed skin, restoring radiance and balancing skin tone by seamlessly blending, blurring and smoothing for a natural no-makeup finish and healthy glow.
Lightweight, breathable and perfect for all skin types.
Bath soak, $45.95, Mila Effie Tasmania
Indulge yourself in the natural bath soak by Mila Effie.
This unique soak combines pink salt with roses and lavender.
It’s also infused with the Tasmanian exclusive kunzea pure essential oil to help relax your body and mind.
BDE light therapy device for neck & deck, $595, Dr Naomi
BDE – Anti Ageing Light Therapy Device is the latest innovation in non-invasive treatment.
It targets specific neck and décolletage skin concerns by transmitting concentrated wavelengths of light into the skin, helping you achieve your skin goals faster and without downtime or pain.
Touch the sky pink suede & peony triple scented soy candle, $59.95, Glasshouse Fragrances
This beautiful candle is reminiscent of cotton candy clouds.
Feel uplifted by its dreamy floral fragrance with hints of sweet pea and musk.
Crystal hair remover by Mary Grace, RRP $25
The hair remover to end all hair removers. A painless, natural, gentle alternative will look after your skin and the environment.
Gently exfoliating, this beauty helps to remove dead skin as well as hair effortlessly. Simply rub in circles over desired area until hair is gone!
Snuggle And Cuddle: A Keepsake For Mum book, $8, May Gibbs Gumnut Babies
Create a beautiful keepsake album for your mum to treasure, and use the cards and stickers to make her a special present.
The bare necessities set, $130 (down from $160), Mary Grace
This pack will leave your skin glowing.
It includes:
- Blemish Serum – a potent gel made from natural ingredients that fight those pesky blemishes.
- Niacinamide Miracle Serum – this powerhouse serum will help to minimize the appearance of enlarged pores, ageing and redness as well as helping to improve dull, dry or uneven skin tone.
- Rose Otto Face Elixir – this elixir will nourish the face, replenish the skin and leave you feeling incredible.
Icons flower bouquet, $89, LEGO
Give mum a bunch of flowers that will last forever.
Mum can relax while building the bouquet and when complete, the impressive flower display brings a touch of fun and colour to any room.
The adjustable stems make it easy to tailor the arrangement for any vase or container.
The small soft tote, $329, Maison de Sabré
The Small Soft Tote comes in eight dual-colour combinations.
This tote is surprisingly spacious and can fit everything from a phone, keys, wallet, cardigan and iPad Mini.
The Trifold Wallet is crafted from full-grain, pebbled leather and fitted with secure compartments for cash, coins and cards.
Free personalisation and worldwide shipping with every order.
Cucumber vodka, $49.99 ($44 for members), Stoli
Stoli cucumber is the first new Stoli flavoured vodka introduction since 2012.
This natural and clean tasting vodka adds a twist of delicious cucumber to any drink.
Serve by itself with soda or mix in with other Stoli flavours to create your own tasty tipple.
Stoli Cucumber is available in store or online via Dan Murphy’s.
Blush set, $45 (down from $60), NON
If you’re not looking to pop the champagne on a Sunday this Mother’s Day, NON’s Blush Set featuring NON1 and NON5 is a delicious, non-alcoholic way to celebrate.
NON1 is a balance of sweet and salty, while NON5 has a hint of citrus, both with a floral finish that any special lady is sure to love.
THE BLUSH SET is available for purchase via the NON website.
Mod true wireless earbuds, $99, Skullcandy
The Skullcandy mod true wireless earbuds premium features are what makes them stand out as the perfect work-or play-from-anywhere audio companion.
Small enough to throw in a handbag, but mighty enough to deliver a truly memorable listening experience – with 34 hours of battery life, these earbuds will be mum’s new accomplice to take her soundtrack everywhere.
Skincare bundle pack, $220 (down from $254), SAF
Valued at $254, this bundle pack is a great introduction to SAF Organics skincare products and makes a lovely gift for the special mama in your life.
The products are free from chemical nasties including parabans, sulphates and silicones, and are 100% safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding.
Saf Organics’ bundle includes: a cleanser, face moisturiser, sleep mask, vitamin C serum, restore eye cream and toiletry bag.
Triple plant propagation station, $22.40, Bunnings
The triple plant propagation station features a stylish industrial aesthetic that allows for three different plant cuttings at any given time, ideal for mums who are garden enthusiasts.
CARPET ONE PRO shampooer, $999, Tineco
Exclusive to Godfreys, the Tineco CARPET ONE PRO shampooer is the world’s first smart carpet shampooer, with an iLoopTM Smart Sensor which automatically detects mess and adjusts water flow and suction power to give you the best clean possible.
It uses HeatedWash technology and high suction power to remove the toughest of dirt and deep carpet stains.
Prera transparent fountain pen, $69, Pilot
This stunning fountain pen features a transparent barrel so mum can fill it with her favourite ink colour (you will find beautiful Iroshizuku Inks for $32.95) to suit her mood, or co-ordinate with her wardrobe for a smart look.
It’s simple to fill and also comes with a ready-to-use black ink cartridge for ease of use.
Choose from a pink, blue, red, black or light green barrel accents.
BoostCharge pro magsafe 3-in-1 wireless charger, $174, Belkin
Looking for the perfect charging solution for the busy mum who’s always on the run?
No more rethinking about where and how you charge with the design-forward 3-in-1 powered solution.
The new magnetic fast-charging module for Apple Watch charges in a fraction of the time, while the MagSafe charging pad delivers the fastest possible charge for iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 models.
Coverluxesilk 100% Silk Zippered Pillowcase, RRP $74.95
Look after mum’s skin and hair while she’s fast asleep, what more can you ask for?
A Coverluxesilk 100% Silk Pillowcase is the foundation of your beauty routine! These silk pillowcases have a number of beauty benefits including preventing wrinkles, blemishes, improvement of hair growth and many more!
