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In under a week, many of us will be celebrating Mother’s Day with the moms or mom-like figures in our lives, and we can’t show up empty-handed. To assist our readers with some ideas, we put together a handy gift guide that has a little bit of everything.

According to a blurb we saw on History.com, Mother’s Day was created by activist Anna Jarvis and it was first celebrated in West Virginia in honor of Jarvis’ mother and all mothers. Later in life, Jarvis no longer supported the idea of Mother’s Day and even tried to get it removed from the calendar.

Today, Mother’s Day is seen as a worthy celebration it is that honors mothers and mother figures in one’s life. Gifts both big and small are given to Moms and some families opt to center Mom the whole day with meals, relaxation, and more.

Below, we’re covering a lot of ground with the gifts offered. We’ve provided links too for purchase should something move you.

For The Stylish Mom

Zebra Oasis Shoes

Zebra Oasis is the world’s first 100% recyclable shoe and is made up of a hemp flyknit upper, and the “r-ring” which stands for “reboot” when it’s time to separate and toss for a truly biodegradable item. We’ve tried a pair ourselves and it is extremely versatile, comfortable, and machine-washable.

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The Power To B is a jewelry brand launched by sisters Christina Baribault-Ortiz and Raeann Baribault-Schwartz with a beautiful backstory that captures not only the bond the pair share but also their desire to B more, as the brand’s aim is all about empowerment.

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Hat Attack

Hat Attack has it all from sunhats to stylish carrying bags and much more. The brand covers the whole gamut of all four seasons.

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Dearfoams

Dearfoams are all about comfy and cute slippers and they also have loungewear and pajamas too.

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Contents Hair Care

Contents Hair Care is a Black woman-founded and owned brand by celebrity hairstylist Cheryl Bergamy. Ms. Bergamy discovered a love of styling hair while supporting her mom through breast cancer. Contents Hair Care could be seen as both a celebration of beauty but also a mother’s love and inspiration.

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Public Rec

Public Rec carries a range of sporty and cozy looks, but the Luxe Fleece Cropped Hoodie is the one.

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Zepyure Shoes

Zepyure was founded in Los Angeles and while they don’t have an extensive lineup yet, one look at their product reveals that they care deeply about quality.

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Bandolier

Bandolier specializes in a variety of carrying bags and cross-body phone cases. There are many options and styles to choose from, with all looks that will pop for any occasion.

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State Cashmere

State Cashmere was founded by in 2016 Hao Rong in New York. Rong, who is of Mongolian descent, watched his shepherd grandparents with their cashmere goats, which inspired him to weave artfully constructed pieces.

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LilySilk

Founded by Lily Lin in 2010, LilySilk was created with the idea of creating a fine silk product that was not only affordable but also pays workers fairly for their labor. Further, LilySilk’s methods are environmentally conscious and thoughtful.

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Radley London

Since 1998, Radley London has been creating an array of stylish cross-body bags, purses, and shoulder bags.

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KREYA

Founded in 2022, KREYA might be a relatively new player on the scene but the totes, backpacks, and cross-body bags, and wallets all have the look of a well-established brand.

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M.Gemi

Founded by Maria Gangemi, M.Gemi is a shoe brand designed with Italian flair. We’re talking runway-ready looks or even the casual everyday style. It’s all here.

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Sprayground

Sprayground and its vast selection of backpacks, travel bags, and totes, and the Star Racer A.I.7 Sandflower Collab Beaded Tote is a standout.

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ella+mila

Founded by Narineh Bedrossian and named after her twin girls, ella+mila initially offered a selection of nail polish and nail care products and has since expanded into the larger beauty landscape.

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Allurez

Allurez was founded by Raphi Mahgerefteh after he realized most people here in the States were paying for overpriced, poor-quality jewelry. The company takes a refined approach to its custom designs at a better price point.

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For The Adventurous & Active Mom

Yvolution

Created in California by founders from Dublin, Yvolution specializes in scooters for kids of all ages.

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Baggalini Bags

Baggalini is a travel bag company founded by world travelers Dixie Powers and Ann Simmons.

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Pixie Woo

Founded and operated by Joanie Dargis, Pixie Woo specializes in hair claw clips and other necessary beauty accessories.

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Modern Picnic

Modern Picnic founder Ali Kaminetsky created her brand in 2018 in a quest to make lunch a little less boring.

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Copper Fit 

Copper Fit is a well-established brand used both by pro athletes and regular folks looking for relief all the same.

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For The Self-Care Seeking Mom

Drowsy Sleep Co.

Brothers Thom and Rich Hemelryk founded Drowsy Sleep Co. after looking for methods to address their own sleeping needs.

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RDCL Superfoods

Founded in 2018 by Donny Makower, Tyler Malin, and Zak Zaidman, RDCL (Radical) Superfoods is a plant-based approach to wellness that is easy to incorporate into one’s daily life. We’ve used RDCL products in the past and we’re really satisfied with the results.

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Beloved Bath

Beloved Bath was founded after Pam Kattouf and Pat Miller met on a playground over two decades ago, bonding over discovering their sons were autistic and looking for ways to aid their development. Beloved Bath focuses on a selection of products that are about easing the senses and centering one’s self.

Learn more about Beloved Bath here.

Kinder Beauty

Kinder Beauty is the creation of founders Daniella Monet, Evanna Lynch, and Andrew Bernstein. With an emphasis on eliminating cruelty to animals, the trio created the brand with their ethics at the top of their minds.

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Truffoire

Founded in 2016, Truffoire is a skincare brand that specializes in using its prized ingredient of truffles in its lineup of products.

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Steep Echo

Kimberly Branum is the founder of Steep Echo, a tea brand that uses leaves from olive trees to create its offerings. The tea comes in five expressions, each with a stated purpose.

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MyCHELLE Dermaceuticals

MyCHELLE was founded in 2000 with the idea of creating skincare products that used clean, natural ingredients with an eco-friendly bent.

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Eli & Elm Bedding

Founded in 2018, Eli & Elm specializes in luxury bedding and pillow options with all the flair of the big names out there and a much more affordable price.

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Bearback Lotion Roller

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We’re big fans of Bearback as we’re not as limber as we used to be. This lotion roller takes some of the fuss down a notch for the Moms who want to moisturize those hard-to-reach spaces.

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TreCeuticals

Sharon Skaar and Erin Dodd launched their skincare brand after a night of socializing in 2019 and the following year they embarked on a journey that pitted together their strong business acumen along with a desire to create products they too would use.

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Naderma

Dr. Tom Lavin and Kelly Rudolph founded Naderma and for Ms. Rudolph, Naderma’s approach to skincare and skin health was a personal one after a bout with squamous cell cancer. Together, Dr. Lavin and Ms. Rudolph are hoping to protect others with their fine products.

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Ce Craft Candles

Based in Philadelphia and founded in 2018, CE Craft Candles are made of soy wax and in small bundles so that the quality remains unmatched.

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Multitasky (There is a little bit of everything here!)

Multitasky was founded by the brilliant Julia Xu and she leads an all-women team of bosses creating some of the best self-care and homecare products on the market.

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Dionisk

Founded by Kate Crosby over four decades ago as a goat milk bar soap brand, Dionis, now operated by Karen Minksy, specializes in several beauty products with goat milk as its base.

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Aerangis 

Founded by Alicia Tsai, Aerangis was inspired by Tsai’s grandfather and his greenhouse where he gifted her an aerangis orchid. The candle brand has a core collection of accents and also offers options to create your own.

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GuruNanda 

GuruNanda comes from the mind of Puneet Nanda, an Ayurvedic Medicine practitioner and yogi. From essential oils, diffusers, and oral care, there is a lot here to choose from.

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Kiss My Face

Kiss My Face got its start in the Hudson Valley region of New York in the early 1980s and has since grown to become one of the top brands in skincare.

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For The Mom Who Loves To Sip

Hendrick’s Gin X Flamingo Estate Botanical Pleasures

Hendrick's Gin X Flamingo Estate Botanical Pleasures

Founded by Richard Christiansen, California’s Flamingo Estate is a brand that focuses on the senses. Partnering with one of our favorite gin brands, Hendrick’s Gin, the two companies constructed the Botanical Pleasures box that features a cocktail set with highball glasses, stirrers, pheromone body oil, a vinyl record full of seasonally-inspired sounds, and strawberry and honey fruit snacks. A bottle of Hendrick’s Gin’s springtime expression, Flora Dora, which we should share is not included in the set, is meant to bring together the experience. We can certainly say that after seeing the box set up close that Mom would be impressed.

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Rascal Wines

Founded by dog and wine lover Julia Catrall, Rascal Wines donates a portion of its sales to the Humane Society of America.

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Castello Del Poggio

No matter the flavor profile, which ranges from fruit-flavored, dry, to sweet, Castello Del Poggio has a bottle with your name on it.

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Spindrift Spiked Sparkling Lemonade

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The crisp and refreshing taste that Spindrift is known for is given a grown-up boost with its new flavor, Spiked Sparkling Lemonade.

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FlyWithWine

FlyWithWine is made for travelers who like to pack their own drinks on their various excursions. Not only are the suitcases sleek and stylish but also keep precious liquids safe.

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Rock Angel

Derived from grapes grown in the vineyards of Chateau d’Esclans in France, Rock Angel is billed as one of the best Rosé bottles on the market.

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Lifevine

Created by Julia Cattrall and Ed Killian, the award-winning Lifevine wines are made without any sugars and are geared towards wine drinkers who want to watch what they consume.

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Whispering Angel

Made from Grenache, Cinsault, and Rolle (Vermentino) grapes grown at Chateau d’Esclans in France, Whispering Angel is billed as another fine Rosé offering.

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Duck Pond Cellars

Duck Pond Cellars was founded in 1993 in beautiful Dundee, Ore. and the operation is now overseen by winemaker Julia Cattrall. What’s cool about Duck Pond is that in 2020, the brand created the first Natural Path Production Wines.

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Free AF

Free AF is for the Mom who likes the taste of a fine cocktail but isn’t trying to expose herself to alcohol. We can say that after trying out these canned delights, they taste so much like the real thing that you’ll be checking the cans as we did.

 

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For The Mom Who Has Everything Already

Ray-Ban Stories

From the innovative minds of Ray-Ban and Meta, Ray-Ban Stories are stylish “smartglasses” complete with a camera, speakers, and the ability for you to capture life on the go. We’ve been wearing our transition prescription glasses for a few weeks and we’re in love with them.

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SmartBidet

The SmartBidet concept is self-explanatory. It is a “smart” bidet, complete with bells and whistles, that comes in just under a dozen models to choose from. We’re currently trying out the SB-2400ER model and we’re only days it but loving it so far. Can you say “self-warming seat?” We can! A full-on review is forthcoming.

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Stanford Inn By The Sea

The Stanford Inn & Resort is nestled atop a beautiful vista that towers over California’s Mendocino Bay. Treat Mom to a great weekend of relaxation and exploration.

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Heirloom

Heirloom was founded by brother and sister team Ashley Bloom Kenny and Zack Bloom. Heirloom is a book that doubles as a video player that users can upload with personalized messages for their loved ones.

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The Functional Chocolate Company 

The Functional Chocolate Company is the brainchild of co-founder Chris Peruzzi, who was looking for a way to deliver relief to his children via chocolates. That’s pretty cool.

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Buddha Board

We’ve used the Buddah Board in the past and it truly has helped us remain grounded, focused, and mindful.

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Tamalitoz

Married couple Jack Bessudo and Declan Simmons merged their love for each other with a love for sweets, creating the Sugarox Candy Studio, the parent company of Tamalitoz. The brand is, ahem, a perfect marriage of Bessudo’s Mexican heritage and Simmons’ English upbringing.

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Rosepops

Founded by Elisa Freilich, Rosepops are preserved roses that, well, are very much popping!

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Sliq

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Meta Quest 2

We’ve been rocking strong with our Meta Quest 2 headset for a while and it never fails to impress us with the immersive Metaverse options that include gaming, exercise, and more.

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Made By Mary

Founded by Mary Moody, Made By Mary was a passion project born of Moody’s battle with postpartum depression and became her way out of the fog. That same drive is seen in the quality of her products.

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PaddleSmash

PaddleSmash combines Pickleball and Roundnet into a fun backyard game the whole family can play.

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LAKA Cooler

LAKA specializes in coolers, but these are not your garden variety types. These are coolers for active folks, people on the go, and those who like to look good doing so.

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Inside Then Out

Founded by Nya Jones, Inside Then Out provides a collection of stylish journals, notepads, sticky notes, and a water bottle.

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Susan’s Own CBD

Susan’s Own is a solid CBD brand that actually provides the relief other companies boast. We’ve been rocking with them for a couple of years now.

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I’m The Chef Too (For the little helpers who want to cook for Mom)

Come on, how cute is this?

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Tie Apron (For you to wear when you make Mom a great drink or meal)

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Bartesian

While constructing craft cocktails are super fun, it is nice that Bartesian takes some of the fuss out of doing so.

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