Check out our round-up of fabulous gift ideas for the moms and teachers in your life!
Pave Mom Necklace by Tangerine Jewelry Shop
Celebrate the amazing moms in your life with this dainty and delicate pave Mom pendant necklace. Tangerine Jewelry Shop is the brand for affordable, delicate gold-filled jewelry that captures the attention of those looking to elevate their outfits with a minimalistic touch. Available at Pave Mom Necklace by Tangerine Jewelry Shop.
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Vitapod - Beauty+
We all know we should drink lots of water, but often it's hard to be motivated. Enter Vitapod - an excellent water bottle system that offers tasty and healthy flavored pods to boost your hydration and enhance your health. The Beauty+ pods blend health with hydration like never before. The pods help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and brightens and firms skin with ingredients including Collagen, Biotin, and Zinc. The zero sugar, low calorie, flavorings offer a delicious boost to your water. Included in the bundle: BEAUTY+ Pouch, 30 pods, Premium grade 18-8 stainless steel vacuum insulated bottle, 32oz or 22oz (cup holder friendly) bottles sizes, NEW Drink Thru Lid - Pod stays in when drinking. Starting at $59.79 for a starter bundle – vitapodworld.com
The Little Lemons Company Retro Mama Tee
Created by a mama for mamas everywhere, Little Lemons sells chic Mom sweatshirts tees, and even products for moms-to-be to reveal the baby’s name to loved ones and the world once they’re born. Instagrammable moments are made easy thanks to The Little Lemons Company's stylish collection of products made for your little ones, parents, grandparents, and everyone in between! TheLittleLemonsCompany.com
Medical Scrubs Collection Infinity Footwear Infinite Women's Work Shoes
Featuring extra-thick, feather-light AERON EVA midsoles and heel pads, these all-new shoes are engineered for even more comfort and cushioning. They also have a lightweight mesh upper designed for maximum breathability. All with a sleek, athletic design to help her look as cool as she feels. Also features certainty technology in the insole lining to reduce odor-causing bacteria, as well as removable shock-absorbing latex-free polyurethane insoles with arch support and heel cupping for stability. Available at https://medicalscrubscollection.com/infinity-footwear-infinity-footwear-womens-infinite-infinite
Classy Chargers
Classy Chargers specializes in personalized phone chargers and power banks. Choose from a variety of fun designs and fonts that feature a full name or initial. The compact travel-size power bank will add more juice to your phone battery and comes with a 7" white micro cable to charge the power bank. Great size for your purse, back pocket, or backpack. Personalization is a great way to keep track of your cords without confusing them with everyone else in the family or at work or school. Available on Amazon
Perfect Gifts for Book Lovers
For ladies who love to read Out of Print is a wonderful new literary-lifestyle brand praised for emblazoning iconic book cover art on apparel, accessories, home/life and gaming goods – literally gifts for everyone starting at $6. Gifts include socks, totes, pouches, jewelry, tee/sweatshirts to mugs, journals, pins, playing cards and bookmarks. Even better, Out of Print has donated over 5 million books to communities in need and supported a variety of literacy initiatives. Please visit our website: www.outofprint.com to see curated gift options.
Alpha Skin Care Body Bundle Set
For over 30 years, Alpha Skin has been helping customers get healthier and younger-looking skin faster with their products specially formulated with Glycolic Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) that promote skin health. Clinically tested, cruelty-free, hypoallergenic, non-irritating, and allergy-tested, the below gift sets are a must for skincare lovers. The Body Bundle Set features two best-selling body products, this anti-aging skincare gift hydrates and exfoliates for an all-day glow. Includes moisturizing Body Wash that is formulated with 10% Glycolic Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) to gently release dead skin cells and reveal fresh, healthy, younger-looking skin. Also features the prestigious Renewal Body Lotion that is formulated with 12% Glycolic Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) to thoroughly hydrate and gently exfoliate, leaving skin soft, smooth, and younger-looking from head to toe. Visit their Amazon store here.
StimuNail
For the moms who love getting their nails done - look no further than StimuNail. This beauty tool with grow stronger, longer nails. Made by a Cosmetic Biochemist and New Product Development expert, the founder struggled with her nail issues and set out to discover just what makes nails healthy and grow. It works in three simple steps: StimuNail gently warms the nail area to boost blood flow, supplying nutrients to growing cells. Red light is directed to the cuticle area where new nail cells develop. Lastly, the vibrating massage invigorates the entire hand. Available at Amazon
Big Picture Farm Candies
Started in 2010 by Louisa Conrad and Lucas Farrell (and now joined by their daughters, Maisie and Minna), Big Picture Farm is a small hillside goat dairy and farmstead confectionery and creamery located in southern Vermont. Their award-winning goat milk caramels and farmstead cheeses are made with fresh, raw, creamy goat’s milk from their herd of 40 healthy and happy, free-ranging companions. The artisan caramels are beautiful and delicious. An Animal-Welfare-Approved farm, the health and happiness of their animals is the center around which their farm and farm products revolve. Available at Anthropologie
Magnolia Small Dough Bowl Candle
These farmhouse chic dough bowl candles are sure to fit all decor and make your home smell amazing! Hand-poured, soy wax dough bowl candles in the most popular scents. The white or brown decorative bowls measure 10 in. x 6 in. Available at Magnolia Small Dough Bowl Candle.
Lynn & Liana Designs Boards
If your mom loves hosting holiday dinners, she’ll love Lynn & Liana Designs’ customizable boards and platters. Each board comes in 10 colors and no two boards are alike because Lynn & Liana uses an eco-friendly resin that creates stunning designs that are unique to each board. Your mom will love these elegant boards and platters that stand out. Available on Amazon.
Kedzie - Triple Threat Foldable Duffle Bag
We travel a lot throughout the year, and I love a great foldable bag. Kedzie's Duffel Bags hold as much as a suitcase but can be squished into smaller places in the car! Choose this versatile option from Kedzie. It converts to three-way styling making it perfect for road trips. Available in olive, black, and charcoal, you can also mix and match adorable interchangeable straps for a look you'll love. Available on Amazon
Terra Delyssa - Organic Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil Set
I love to experiment with new flavors in the kitchen. Terra Delyssa's Olive Oil Set is a great gift for parents and teachers. These organic, infused olive oils add a flavor to any dish! Assortment includes Chili, Rosemary, Lemon, and garlic-infused oils. I love the lemon-infused oil on baguette, and my husband is partial to the garlic. Ideas include dipping bread, brushing on fish and meats, roasting vegetables, enhancing the dullness of leftovers, and as an ingredient in salad dressing and marinades. Available on Amazon.
K'lani Hair Tie Bracelets
Busy moms need to look stylish too! Hair tie bracelets that are cute enough for your wrist and strong enough for your hair. Whether wearing them as jewelry to complement mom’s outfit or using them to pull her hair back as she runs errands, K’lani is where fashion meets function. K’lani designs sought-after hair tie bracelets with the spirit of aloha woven into every design. The woman-owned business is a crossroads between jewelry and hair accessories in the most fashion-forward way! Available on Amazon
Arden Cove Kelso RFID-Blocking Passport
The perfect gift for travel lovers. The Kelso Passport Pouch is a perfect minimalistic clutch for organizing and protecting your essentials. The RFID-blocking lining keeps cards and passports protected from electronic scanners, while the built-in key chain, zipper pouch and multiple slots keep your keys, cards, and change perfectly neat. Keep it light for running errands, or throw it into a larger bag to make it easy to find everything you need. Comes with a wrist strap. Available on Amazon.
YES Cacao Endurance Chocolate Bar
You can't go wrong with chocolate for Mother's Day or Teacher's Gifts! Yes Cacoa offers organic, ethically sourced chocolate. YES Cacao chocolate bars also provide a little boost for the mind, body, and nervous system. The chocolate comes in beautiful packaging, each with words of encouragement. Their Endurance Bar with Shilajit, Reishi, and Maca features the flavor of dark chocolate with a hint of mint - this was my top pick. INGREDIENTS: Organic Wild Cacao, Endurance Formula (Organic Lucuma, Organic Maca, Organic Mesquite, Organic Reishi, Organic Vanilla Bean, Shilajit, Organic Tulsi, Gynostemma, Organic Fennel Essential Oil, Organic Peppermint Oil) Organic Raw CleanCane™, Organic Wild Cacao Butter, Sea SaltFlavor: Dark and earthy with a hint of mint. Highlights: Shilajit, Reishi, Maca. YesCacao.com
Sabre Personal Safety Products
Sabre offers a variety of safety products with women in mind. “SABRE’s safety tools, such as our natural pepper sprays, are proven to provide ease and comfort to our customers. They are designed to work immaculately in a worst-case scenario, but equipping one’s self with the right spray, whistle, or home device is knowing that your safety is in your hands. For commuting, traveling, nighttime outings, on-campus strolls, hiking in the woods, walking in the city, and much more, SABRE creates peace of mind … and that’s self-care,” said David Nance, CEO and son of SABRE’s founder Larry Nance. SABRE produces top-of-the-line tools in an array of categories, so every type of person knows their personal safety needs will be met in any situation. Choose the safety product that best fits your needs:
- SABRE® Red Disguised Lipstick Pepper Spray 3/4 oz.
- Pepper sprays and gels: As the largest manufacturer of pepper sprays, SABRE’s natural pepper sprays (that means it really is pepper) go beyond the average spray bottle.
- On-the-go Pepper Sprays and Gels: Attachable to key rings, these sprays and gels are discreet and accessible. Also made compliant with SABRE’s active armbands.Practice sprays and gels: Maximize familiarity and confidence with regular-sized, and aim and spray sprays and gels.
- Outdoor safety: Bear and Dog sprays for use in outdoor and active situations, these sprays have maximum stopping power with the strongest EPA-approved formulate that deploys well from a safe distance.
- Personal alarms: Available as key rings and bands for active/exercising scenarios (or times when you want to strap it to your arm), one pull on the key chain or press the button to activate an innovative, attention-grabbing siren sound.
SABRE security tools are available on Amazon and at retail locations such as pharmacies and outdoor/sports products are sold. Sabrered.com
Classic Alpaca Throw
Moms and teachers LOVE blankets and throws. As far as natural fibers rank, alpaca is at the top in many characteristics including its fineness, warmth, and drape – not to mention its sustainable and eco-friendly properties. Despite being a type of wool, alpaca fiber is lightweight and breathable, which allows air to circulate and keep you cool in hot weather. Alpaca wool even has moisture-wicking properties that help to absorb sweat and keep you dry (along with being naturally resistant to UV radiation), making it a great option for sunny outdoor activities. Alicia Adams Alpaca’s sustainably farmed, ready-to-wear garments and throws are soft like silk will keep you warm as the night gets colder, and are easy to pack when you’re on the go. The Classic Alpaca Throw is available in over 90 hues. FUN FACT: The White House gave one to Prince George which is since on display in a royal exhibit inside Buckingham Palace. Proudly fair-trade made in Peru. AliciaAdamsAlpaca.com
MantraBand
Meaningful jewelry is always a great Mother's Day Gift and MantraBand sells beautiful and timeless statement bracelets, necklaces, and rings engraved with words of affirmation to help you power through your day. Their Mother’s Day collection is the perfect way to show her you appreciate all she does using meaningful inscriptions like, "Best Mom Ever", “First My Mother, Forever My Friend” and “I Love You More” and gentle reminders like “I Am Enough” and “Be Fearless, Be Resilient.” MantraBand.com
Hello Mello Loungewear
Perfect for Mother's Day and summer vacays, the ultra-soft lounge pants from Hello Mello will have you feeling like you are truly on vacation time - perfect for staying cozy during long car rides or flights, or just relaxing at home. Hello Mello offers a variety of styles and sizes. Each set comes in matching drawstring bags making it easy to pack or you can even use it to store small items like sunglasses, makeup, toiletries, and any other small necessities you’ll need to bring along on your travels. HelloMello.com
PediPocket Blanket
If you're like me, your feet are often cold. The PediPocket blanket is the perfect solution. PediPocket's plush blankets are extra long and have a genius foot pocket to make sure her feet stay warm as well. Their NEW Lux blankets add an extra layer of warmth because they are double-lined with faux sherpa. PediPocketBlanket.com
The Whistling Kettle Teas
With the help of teas from The Whistling Kettle, suffer sleeplessness no more! Enter The Whistling Kettle, with sleep-enhancing and gentle energy-boosting tea blends featuring select ingredients that support relaxation for perfect a restful night’s sleep or give a daytime energy boost that helps with the new time adjustment. Lots of flavorful options, easy to enjoy with your mug and boiled water. No more bleary-eyed commute or dissatisfying sleep. The Whistling Kettle offers a selection of 100 flavors, to prepare for your pre-bedtime wind-down and morning start or midday break time rituals. TheWhistlingKettle.com
Pillow Covers, Bags & Tea Towels
Gooseberry Designs makes delightful products showcasing states and major cities. Collect a souvenir of your hometown or a favorite vacation spot with a new, soft pillow that is customizable to where they live or a place that is special to them. Made from 100% organic cotton, you’re sure to find the perfect map pillow cover to charm them with Gooseberry’s signature hand-drawn full-color map designs available for all 50 states and most major cities including other countries! The Gooseberry Designs team happily accepts custom orders, just contact hello@gooseberrypress.com! 2 sizes available: 16x16 inches and 12x18 inches. You will also find bags, tea towels, and cutting boards. Also available on Etsy. Price: Pillow Covers $48-$55
Play Together by Laura Haver
Featuring over 60 of the best games and activities for children 12 and under that promote bonding, connection, and growth, Play Together: Games & Activities for the Whole Family to Boost Creativity, Connection & Mindfulness by Laura Haver is your go-to guide for family fun. For moms who love spending time with their family but need inspiration, this book is a handy and quick go-to reference full of easy-to-implement ideas. Play is one of the best parts of being a kid, stimulating healthy development and providing wonderful benefits that you and your children will enjoy for years to come. Plus it’s simple! Most games are screen-free and can be played in under 10 minutes using materials you already have on hand... or just your imagination! Visit laurahaver.com for more information.
Facial Massage Roller
Lily + Miel offers two beautiful facial massage rollers. Choose from the Rose Gua Sha - Get relief from Spring allergies by starting your day by opening up your sinuses, promoting lymphatic drainage, and reducing puffiness with this rose quartz facial massage stone. Or, the Rose Roller - If you prefer a roller, this gorgeous option can help improve blood circulation while preparing it to better absorb your favorite oils and serums. Enhance your facial with Blue Tansy Face Oil - Pair one of their tools with this soothing oil that’s known for its ability to calm irritated skin while balancing and brightening your tone. Or the Hydra Hyaluronic Acid Serum - Or pick up this deeply hydrating oil to smooth, plump, and fend off the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. LilyAndMiel.com
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WerkShoppe Puzzles
Puzzles are a great way to enjoy family time. WerkShoppe Puzzles are beautiful, well-crafted pieces of art. The company sells 1000, 500, 300, and 250-piece puzzles, each including reference art inserts. They even sell Snax Size Jigsaw Puzzles that are 8"x 10" and only 100 pieces - perfect for quick puzzle building. Best of all the female-founded company makes its products in the U.S.A., sustainable, ethically produced, and supports emerging artists. Sustainable. Gives back to art education. WerkShoppe.com
Rollink Inc.
Perfect for weekend getaways, Rollink Inc. sells innovative collapsible luggage. Their newly launched colors are Warm Grey, Lotus (nude pink), Noir (light black), and more - offered in their Flex Vega, Flex Aura, and Flex 360 Spinner collections are stylish, compact, and fun! Available at Macy's.
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Our family recently tried Crumble Crate, a subscription box starting at $32.75. These DIY Baking kits include ingredients, recipes, and specialty baking tools. For budding chefs, this is a fun way to elevate your baking. The recipe included pictures and clear instructions, even explaining terms like "lemon zest" to children who may be new to some kitchen terms. The only ingredients we had to supply were perishable ingredients (eggs and milk). We sampled the Lemon Cupcakes with Strawberry Buttercream - perfect for a family night. The cupcakes were delicious and cute! I appreciated the ease of the project and the tasty result. Each kit makes 12-24 servings and you may choose from month-to-month, 3, 6, or 12-month subscriptions.
Cribsi's Charcuterie/Cheese Board with Knife
Our family LOVES game night (and game afternoon for that matter). We're known for hosting friends for games OFTEN, and charcuterie (from Aldi and/or Trader Joe's) is one of our favorite game snacks. Elevate game night when you serve food on Cribsi's beautifully designed charcuterie/cheese board featuring end-grain wood and an acacia wood spreader/knife. The knife fits conveniently in grooves between the two sections. Turn it upside down for the perfect cutting board. The classic design focuses on the natural element of the wood. Made from environmentally friendly Acacia wood. Cleans up easily by wiping with a damp cloth. Learn more at www.cribsi.com.
The To Do Game
The To Do Game comes in baby, toddler, family, and couples versions. We love the Family Edition. If you're looking for quick, easy, and fun ways to connect with your family without screens, this game is the tool for you. Each set is a collection of activities that encourage creativity, bonding, and family time. Each activity takes between 20 minutes to an hour and can be played over and over again. Sometimes the activity we draw is not ideal for that moment (driving, or amount of time) so we'll delay it and try another activity first. Purchase online here.
Big Dill Pickleball Co.
My girls LOVE pickleball. These new pickleball paddles from the Big Dill Pickleball Co. are hilarious and fun! Our family loves the grip, and the kids love the fun design. Purchase at bigdillpickleballcompany.com. Tip: Chicken N Pickle is our favorite local hangout for pickleball - learn more about this amazing local attraction where you can play pickleball, ice skate, enjoy shuffleboard and bocce, and delicious food!
Pando
Our family loves playing games and Pando is an excellent and easy game you can play over and over. Billed as the "trivia game about us," you guess and learn random facts about one another. Readers ask three trivia questions on each card about themselves and guessers must correctly answer all three to score a point. Turns are taken around the table so everyone can answer. Some questions are general (favorite movie), others are thought-provoking (what superhero attribute would you like to have), and some are more specific. Note that the game is intended for ages 14+ as some questions are a bit grown-up. Our family chose to alter or eliminate a few questions that were a bit ruder than we enjoyed (see sample questions on the back of the box at the purchase link). Purchase Pando online here.
TableTopics
TableTopics has become a nightly dinner-time ritual for our family. We have now enjoyed two versions: Family and Family Gatherings. These little boxes are beautiful and jam-packed with fun questions. We choose a few questions each night to discuss as a family. We've learned a lot about one another with these great topics. In addition to these versions, they also sell teen, dinner party, grandparents, what would you do, book club, and MANY more themes! Purchase TableTopics online here.
We found the Family Box to be more individual and the questions varied from casual to more thought-provoking. Samples from the Family Box include: What’s your favorite thing to do at recess? If you could speak another language, which would you choose? Is it more fun to be a parent or a child? What family or school rule would you most like to change? The questions range from silly to thought-provoking and there are no wrong answers. Many answers lead to stories and deeper sharing making this an EXCELLENT gift for families.
The Family Gathering questions are a bit more in-depth and personal and great for cross-generational sharing. Samples from the Family Gathering Box include: What are your most treasured family recipes? What memories do you have from family weddings? What family object do you most treasure? What Halloween costumes do you remember? These questions are wonderful to share among extended family too.
Geekey
Moms know they should be prepared for the unexpected. Geekey is an expertly combined go-to tool that fits on your keychain. Fully equipped with more than 16+ functions to help you tackle those common, everyday problems on the go. Features include a TSA-compliant serrated edge, scoring tip, wire stripper, ruler, and bottle opener. Crafted out of a solid chunk of 420 Stainless Steel to take on big and “tough as nails” jobs. Available on Amazon
Peak Cocktails
Peak Cocktails are perfect for moms and moms-to-be. This non-alcoholic beverage was developed by athlete mixologists to support muscle recovery, lower stress, and improve sleep! Crafted with ingredients that work for you, not against you! Feel the benefits with clinically–significant amounts of functional ingredients. No alcohol or caffeine. No added sugar, or artificial ingredients. 100% Real fruit juice, Vegan and gluten-free. Packaged in infinitely recyclable aluminum cans. PeakCocktails.com
DNA Vibe - Jazz Band Live
This tool is a wearable light therapy device that helps relieve aches and pains. The gentle vibrations offer relaxation. It comes with a 100% money-back guarantee. Unique computer-optimized flex geometry works wherever you crave relief: ankles, knees, elbows, wrists, shoulders, necks, backs, and more. Equipped with an available battery pack, car charging outlet, and traditional plug. DNAVibe.com
TRAVALO
No need to leave behind your favorite scent anymore! TRAVALO is making it possible to bring any perfume or cologne along hassle-free. TRAVALO atomizers are the most convenient and travel-friendly way to smell good on the go. Fill TRAVALO directly from your standard-size perfume bottle for a guaranteed leak-proof way to take your favorite fragrance with you wherever you go. Perfect for traveling, and to keep in your purse, gym bag, or office. Purchase Travalo.
Omez Beauty Products - Nourishing Leave-in Conditioner
What mom doesn’t love a good leave-in conditioner treatment? Omez Beauty Products arrives on the scene offering a natural African handmade collection for rapid growth and healthy hair. African ingredients and recipes are the foundation of the vegan-friendly and cruelty-free product line. Omez Nourishing Leave-in Conditioner helps to soften, moisturize, and restore hair from color damage. Rich in aloe vera, vitamins, and essential oils. Learn more here.