Mother's Day & Teacher Appreciation Gifts

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Check out our round-up of fabulous gift ideas for the moms and teachers in your life!

The NEWEST Charlie Hustle Shirt

At KC Parent we are, like any true blue KC native, devoted fans to Charlie Hustle's KC Heart designs. Their newest Communi-tee is perfect for Mother's Day (or Teacher Appreciation, or ANY day)! Charlie Hustle partnered with KC-native and Bargain Mansions Host, Tamara Day, to produce this limited edition KC Heart t-shirt, benefitting Amethyst Place. Amethyst Place is a long-term supportive housing program for women and children recovering from generational poverty, substance use, and trauma in Kansas City. A portion of proceeds from each shirt sold will be donated to Amethyst to continue to support their mission of transforming lives in KC. This is a true win-win! The beautiful design is so cheery and inviting for spring, while supporting an important local charity. Order online here.

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.

Mother Hats 

This is a cute gift option that celebrates the strength and resilience of mothers everywhere! Mother Hats isn’t just about stylish headwear (even though their hats are truly SO cute!), it’s a movement dedicated to empowering mothers and reminding them about their incredible strength!  In a world where mothers often juggle countless responsibilities with grace and determination, Mother Hats offers a moment of recognition and appreciation. 10% of proceeds go to mothers in need. Available at Mother Hats.

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

Xplorer Maps

Our family loves to travel together. We've enjoyed exploring National Parks and many beautiful sites across America. What a fabulous souvenir to have a beautiful tote bag featuring a favorite vacation destination. Our trips to the Smoky Mountains, Yellowstone, and the Grand Canyon are some of our family's favorite memories and these products capture them so well. I love Xplorer Maps, the travel destination for hand-drawn story maps and accessories that illustrate destinations worldwide. The one-of-a-kind maps are drawn in an Antiquarian style, each being  a unique story map with detailed depictions of the places illustrated. The maps are available on a wide variety of products, including puzzles, tote bags, blankets, mugs and dish towels – even chocolate!  Available on Amazon

Therafit

Therafit’s full line of products have been developed with today's active moms in mind. Therafit products are engineered for proper body alignment and are the best shoe for a new mom’s changing feet. These doctor-approved shoes are equipped with patented, customizable technology and feature multiple layers for comfort and pain relief for common conditions. Therafit products proudly carry the American Podiatric Medical Association Seal of Acceptance, a testament to their quality and effectiveness. Available at Therafit.

Barnett’s Sweet Creations

Treat her to fresh-baked cookies wrapped in gorgeous gift boxes that mom will LOVE this Mother’s Day. Handmade treats to choose from: Gourmet biscotti, Chocolate-covered cookie sandwiches, and Creme Filled Wafers. Natural flavors like chocolate chip, almond, papaya, sunflower seed, and more!Handcrafted with care and made from only premium and natural ingredients.  Available on Amazon.com.

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. 

LâMO Footwear - CLEA Sandals

A brand known for exceptional footwear since 1995, LâMO caters to our ever-changing lifestyle needs with shoes that feature wellness wrapped up in carefully constructed designs. Expanding from their flagship sheepskin products, the casual Baja line is what they call California Comfort™ - 365 a year! The latest fashionable looks from LâMO are a vibe that encourages us to get out there and explore the trendy California lifestyle in year-round, carefree footwear. Get a new style for the season and pamper yourself with LâMO’s Cirrus Footbed System memory foam or explore all-day comfort with the signature LâMO-LITE® collection. Available on Amazon

Beautiful HydroTote from Wanderfull

For the moms who travel or work on the go - WanderFull’s luxurious HydroTote is a perfect gift! Crafted from high-quality vegan leather, this stylish tote features a built-in laptop sleeve and sturdy neoprene sleeve for a water bottle to hold it in place, so you can stay hydrated without spillage. There are extra pockets for your cords, phone, glasses, wallet, lipstick and other must-have items. This tote is a timeless fashion statement for a busy lifestyle! Available at HydroTote from WanderFull.

Tiny Tags necklace

Tiny Tags, the beloved fine jewelry brand synonymous with motherhood and best known for its personalized pieces, announced today that the brand is bringing back their bespoke collection at Target. With their initial launch in April 2023 being a huge success, moms everywhere were hoping the collection would come back and now it’s here just in time for Mother’s Day! The collection will feature four necklaces from the original launch and eleven new designs. The collection is rooted in celebrating the gift of a child, the journey of motherhood and the relationships formed along the way.  The exclusive collection of necklaces features pendants from the original launch: mama bear, mama key, rainbow, and butterfly and the new pieces include a cross, daisy, heartbeat, angel wing, dragonfly, horseshoe, heart and paw. Available at Target at Tiny Tags.

Unbound Glo - Happy Girl Candle

The perfect gift for teachers, moms, grads and bridges... spreading positivity is easy with Unbound Glo’s cruelty-free, eco-friendly candles. Great for those with fragrance sensitivities, these candles are paired with music (a QR code links to a Spotify-curated playlist), creating a chilled out ambiance to amplify your senses. The woman-owned small business elevates spirits and creates a warm, positive atmosphere for good times and quiet moments.  Once done with your Unbound Glo candle, reuse the jar or return the empty, clean jar to them and receive a 15% discount on your next order. Available at Unbound Glo - Happy Girl Candle

Blenders Eyewear

Level up your mom’s active game this Mother’s Day with the coolest sporty sunglasses from Blenders EyeWear. Blenders’ bright and bold shades fuse fashion and function to deliver unstoppable style for the on-the-move mom. From conquering trails to running the show, Blenders’ sleek designs are fitted with 100% UV protection and polarized lenses, keeping your mom stylishly shielded during all her outdoor pursuits. Available at BlendersEyeWear.com.

Candles are always a nice gift. Upside Goods is a beautiful women-owned company with a lovely collection of scent-filled creations. Founded on the belief that when we light a candle in the darkness, we can shine that light on helping others. They’re raising funds for those who most need our emotional support this season. With every purchase of an Upside Goods candle, funds go toward mental health initiatives. The brand recently donated to The Loveland Foundation, an organization committed to showing up for communities of color with a focus on Black women and girls. Their top-selling coconut soy-wax candles are made with a unique blend of coconut and soy wax that is gluten, paraben, and phthalate-free. They feature crackling wooden wicks that are sustainably made through FSC Certified Mills and housed in reusable vessels for when you’re done enjoying the candles. Upside Goods also offers travel candles ($9), Wick Trimmers ($14), and Candle Snuffers ($12).

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.

Amalli Talli - High Tide Tall Maxi Dress

Check out this gorgeous maxi dress specifically designed for our tall ladies!  When style and fit come together, it is truly life-changing. This is a company fueled by helping ensure tall girls and women love the bodies they are in. Their mission is to promote healthy self-confidence through stylish clothing that fits. If 5'4" is average, then we are exceptional. Available at Amalli Talli.

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

MarieBelle Chocolates

This Mother’s Day spoil the special woman in your life with MarieBelle Chocolates exclusive offering of their gourmet holiday collection. Celebrate the mother figure in your life with lavish gifts of decadent gourmet chocolate. With spring-inspired flavors, MarieBelle New York presents the premiere gift idea that will fill her heart with tender love and joyful memories for a lifetime. Available at www.mariebelle.com.

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

Sunshine & Glitter

Sunshine & Glitter has mom and the kids covered (literally) this summer! These sunscreens nourish as much as they sparkle, loaded with antioxidants, luscious fragrances, and a luxurious texture that gently blends into the skin; they also provide effective SPF protection (UVA & UVB coverage) and are reef-friendly and water-resistant for up to 80 minutes -  this is the sunscreen you actually want to wear!  All products are proudly Made 100% in the USA and are FDA-tested and approved. You can find them pretty much anywhere as high-end retailers all across America love carrying Sunshine & Glitter’s gorgeous glitter SPFs, so rest assured, this brand has you covered head to toe for your next music festival! And they also offer fun glitter body gels so you can take them from day to night and keep the party going! Available on Amazon.

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.

Deluvia Skin Care

From the luxurious Miracle Aloe Cream, perfect for soothing sun-kissed skin, to the glow of Demure Mineral Blush and the effortless beach waves of Beach Hair Sea Salt Spray, Delúvia has everything you need to enhance your natural beauty and hydrate your skin. Plus, Delúvia's products are not just for women; they're perfect for men too!  More information can be found below and at DeluviaUSA.com

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

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

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

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

Roma Boots

Treat mom to a pair of Roma Boots! Crafted with 100% waterproof natural rubber and built to last with high-quality materials, these boots are perfect for moms-on-the-go who need reliable footwear for outdoor adventures. With their multi-layer cushioned sole and quick-dry neoprene lining, they offer all-day comfort, making them ideal for early morning walks or rainy days. Plus, their modern design ensures that they not only perform well but also look great whether mom’s at the park or simply running errands. Give mom the gift of comfort, durability, and style. Plus, with every purchase, Roma Boots donates a pair to a child in need, making it a gift that gives back in more ways than one. Available on: Amazon

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!

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

Something Splendid Spa Kit

At Something Splendid, step into a world where gift-giving comes naturally to a professional team dedicated to making a stunning statement. Curating items from trusted national brands to one-of-a-kind artisan delights, they provide the solution to effortless gift giving. They always include a handwritten note for that extra special touch and give their customers all the credit! A Little I Love You, Mom Gift Box ($86) - This gift box is perfect for moms, stepmoms, grandmas, moms-to-be, and all those you love. It will let the mother figure in your life know just how much you love them! The Relax Gift Box (From $65/mini) - For the one who could bask in a little “me” time! This gift is curated to help those you care about relax and enjoy some pampering.  The mini version includes a Coconut Milk Mango Pearl Glass Candle, Brightening Face Mask, Naked Collagen Under Eye Gel Mask, and Plush Cozy Socks. Pamper Gift Box ($80) - We all know someone who needs a little self-care, love, and relaxation. Send them a pamper box to do just that! This gift box is perfect for the mama-to-be, new mom, thinking-of-you, or birthday gift. Includes a French Cade Lavender Diffuser, Peacock Porcelain Mug, Mint Basil Hand Cream, and Royal Treatmint Tea. Available at SomethingSplendidCo.com.

Shichic

Got a mom who loves her cat? Gift her the FluffyPaw hoodie, perfect for lounging with her feline friends. FluffyPaw features a fleece blanket hoodie with a special kangaroo pouch just for the cat and attached pom-poms for endless entertainment. Choose from a lion or cat design in sizes small and large, with safe plastic zippers and pockets sized for cats up to 9 lbs. (Any more, and it can be unsafe for your cat.) Available on Etsy

PJ’s Soaps & Bombs

Mom deserves to relax and recharge so gift her something for self-care! Make your bathroom your sanctuary with these unique bath products. Choose from shower steamers, bath bombs, oatmeal bath powder, soaps, & lotions all made with simple ingredients, cruelty-free, in small batches for quality-control. Available at pjssoapsandbombs.com.

Buddha Board

Buddha Board is a mindfulness creative tool for mom! Simply dip the brush in water and paint on the surface.  “Painting” with water is mess free and reusable. Perfect for relieving stress at home, in the office, or when traveling. Works as a screen-free brain break or pre-bedtime activity for kids and adults. Available at buddhaboard.com.

instaFizz personal carbonating bottle from Drinkmate

For the mom who loves carbonated beverages, from water to soda, to juice, this is the perfect gift. The instaFizz is the first-of-its-kind that features Drinkmate's proprietary fizz infuser technology that enables users to quickly add carbonation to any beverage.  instaFizz adds sparkle with a simple twist. An 8-gram CO2 charger is inserted into the bottom of the instaFizz and with a simple twist of the bottle's bottom cap, voila, the drink inside is carbonated. Available on www.Drinkmate.us and Amazon.

Park+Coop

If you’re baking more and cooking more often to hone in those new skills with your partner, consider a sustainably made denim apron or soft, new, oversized denim bag from Park + Coop! Upcycled, recycled, sustainably saved denim turns into gorgeous aprons, denim bags, tea towels and kitchenware! The heartbeat of Park + Coop resonates with sustainability. Park + Coop dives into local donation centers, rescuing previously worn denim. These fabrics, brimming with stories, are washed, sanitized, and transformed into premium aprons, table linens, napkins, placemats and fashion accessories. Over 70% of each old denim garment is recycled, a nod to their commitment to minimizing waste. Available at parkandcoop.com

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