The best mum gifts 2023

Mum gifts

by Rosie Floyd |
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If your mum is one of those mums that seems to have everything, it can be so hard to come up with a present that she'll actually want and enjoy. If you're looking for the best mum gifts for just simply being her, you're in the right place.

From flowers, chocolates and candles, to sleepwear, jewellery and personalised gifting, we've put together a list of the best mum gifts to suit every budget. It caters to mums of any age too. Whether you're shopping for your own mum or on behalf of a child for their mummy, you're bound to find something to put a smile on their face.

Of course, if you're a mum yourself, there's no harm in using this gift guide to buy yourself something. After all, being a mum is hard work so you deserve a little treat every now and again. You could show this list to your partner and children to drop some serious hints for an upcoming birthday or special occasion.

The best mum gifts you can buy in 2023

Best chocolate hamper

What mum doesn't love chocolate? From selection boxes to chocolate blocks and everything in between, this hamper will certainly keep your mum stocked up with tasty treats for a while.

Pros: Beautifully presented
Cons: Not suitable for vegans

Review: "Fabulous gift, really beautifully packaged and looked much more than what I paid. Came in a lovely box with a bow and all the gifts laid out perfectly in the clear window which made a big impact."

Best afternoon tea gift experience box

Give your mum the gift of an afternoon tea for two. We all know mums are always super busy, so she'll appreciate having up to two years to redeem this voucher from over 465 tearooms, restaurants and hotels across the UK.

Pros: Multiple locations and wide date range to redeem
Cons: Some reviews have mentioned there is not a lot of choice of venues near them

Review: "Bought as a present for my mum who doesn't want anything. She loved it. Easy to use, has a long enough time for use and plenty of great locations."

Best new mum pamper gift

Pamper a new mum and show her you care with this box of treats. It includes stretch mark oil, body wash, moisturiser, hand cream and a detox mask. An added bonus is that all the products are 100 per cent vegan and cruelty-free too.

Pros: Lots of choice of products
Cons: All mini-sized products

Review: "My new mum recipient was thrilled to get something for herself after all the new baby clothes. She really appreciated this. Well presented & suitable for any age."

Best jigsaw keyring

For a gift that's more sentimental, this jigsaw keyring is sure to tug at the old heartstrings. The ideal present for younger children to give to their mummy on Mother's Day or her birthday.

Pros: Heartwarming gift, made in the UK
Cons: Slight deviations from keyring to keyring as they're hand-made

Review: "Lovely keyring, I've had it on my keys for over a couple of months & it's still in perfect condition- despite the fact it's been in my daughter's mouth & been dropped several times."

Best crackling candle
Woodwick Ellipse Trilogy Scented Candle
Price: £43.00

Is your mum a candle lover? Why not gift her this Woodwick Trilogy candle? It has three layers of scent that all compliment each other, so her home will be filled with beautiful smells every time you visit. We love the tropical fragrances of Island Getaway and the comforting, cosy vibes that the crackling sound of the burning wick brings.

Pros: More than one scent per candle, wick crackles as it burns
Cons: Some customers have commented that it burns faster than other candles they've tried

Review: "Smells beautiful and I love the gentle crackling noise that it makes when burning. The whole room was filled with the scent, not too overpowering. Didn’t smell as bad as a normal candle when I doused it, which is a relief as that’s the worst part of any candle! The lid can be used as a coaster, which is ideal to protect your shelf or table."

Best mum reed diffuser
Sentiment Reed Diffuser Wonderful Mum
Price: £10 (was £19.99)

katieloxton.com

For mums that like the idea of a candle but not the open flame, maybe a reed diffuser would be more up their street? This one has a fresh and delicate scent of soft cotton.

Pros: Lovely scent and sentiment
Cons: Liquid is flammable

Review: "Amazing gift and looks and smells lovely. Perfect price tag for a gift too."

Best 'mum' mug

If your mum loves nothing more than curling up with a hot cup of tea or coffee at the end of a busy day, this mug will be a great gift.

Pros: Strong and practical, chip resistant
Cons: Only dishwasher safe on a low-temperature cycle

Review: "Beautifully made and will be getting more to add to my collection."

Best dressing gown

Super soft and warm, mums will love wrapping up in this dressing gown on chilly mornings and evenings. Available in pink, blue, grey and oatmeal colours.

Pros: Features a hood, long sleeves and spacious pockets
Cons: Some reviews have suggested this dressing gown comes up big

Review: "So cosy and soft, warm and colour so beautiful, my Mother loved, I suggest this product."

Best matching pjs
Elephant Print Satin Long Pyjama Set
Price: £31.20 (was £48)

chelseapeersnyc.com

Whether your mum likes PJs for sleeping in or for lounging around the house, she'll do it in style in these satin pyjamas from Chelsea Peers. There are also matching kids' pyjamas available so mini-mes can match with their mummas.

Pros: Cute elephant print, elasticated waistband for a comfortable fit
Cons: Pyjama material may be too hot to sleep in

Review: "Beautiful pyjamas, incredibly comfortable!"

Best suede slippers

The perfect accompaniment to a dressing gown and pyjamas, treat her feet to a pair of these Suede Mule Slippers from The White Company. They're plush and ultra luxurious - just what she needs to sink her feet into after a long day.

Pros: Soft and made with luxurious materials
Cons: Non-washable due to real suede material

Review: "I get these every year, never disappointed.

Best gift for both mum and baby

A gift for mum and baby, this collection is full of bath and body products for them both to enjoy. Mum will love using the bath and massage oils during a bit of 'me-time'. There's bath shampoo and oils that will protect and care for baby's delicate skin included too.

Pros: Perfect gift for a new mum
Cons: Mum might not want a gift that's for her baby too

Review: "Purchased this collection as a gift for a friend and she LOVED it! Great variety of products for mum and baby + it's all organic!"

Recommended gift for mum

Flowers are the perfect little 'pick-me-up' gift for mums at any age. The gorgeous, bright colours of these flowers are sure to put a smile on her face.

Pros: Can be sent on a day of your choosing
Cons: This bouquet is only available for summer, but there are plenty of others for you to choose from

Review: "Very colourful bright & cheery! My mother-in-law was delighted with this bouquet of flowers!"

Best personalised socks

We don't know about you, but our socks are forever getting lost in the wash, so surely you can never have too many? We love how these 'mummy and me' socks can be personalised with the names of little ones. The roar-some dinosaurs are cool too.

Pros: Perfect for dino-loving mums and mothers of dinosaur-mad children
Cons: On the pricey side for socks

Review: "Loved these socks. Mum and boys very happy. Great service combined with excellent and easy use of the website. Everything was clear from price to delivery (including delivery options). Would recommend product and company."

Best neck, back and shoulder massager

Does your mum suffer from neck, shoulder and back pain? Help her manage it by gifting her this massager. With eight massage nodes and an adjustable heat function, your mum can enjoy up to 70-80 minutes of relaxation.

Pros: It's powered by a rechargeable battery so it's cordless
Cons: It's quite weighty

Review: "My mum loves this product the only thing that makes her sad is when the device needs to be charged other than that she loves it."

Best family tree-themed jewellery gift
Family Tree Heart Charm and Bracelet Gift Set
Price: £99 (was £115)

uk.pandora.net

For the mum that can never have too much jewellery, this family tree bracelet gift set is a lovely idea. The set comes with Pandora's signature charm bracelet with a heart clasp, a family forever safety chain, and a family tree charm, so your mum will always have a reminder of family on her wrist when she's out and about.

Pros: Three items included in the set
Cons: One review was disappointed that the Pandora bag wasn't included as part of the gift set

Review: "Bought this as a present for my mum's birthday - she loved it and it's beautiful."

Best mum Pandora charm

If you want to buy an extra charm to go with that gift set, or your mum already has a Pandora bracelet, this charm will be a lovely addition.

Pros: Crafted in sterling silver with pink and purple detailing
Cons: Not a suitable gift without a Pandora bracelet

Review: "Bought this as a gift for my mum she absolutely loves it, the detailing is simply beautiful."

Best personalised family print
Personalised Family Bed Print
Price: £13.40+ (was £16.75+)

www.notonthehighstreet.com

This cute and quirky print can be completely personalised, from everyone's names to the order of the characters, to reflect your own family. You can also add pets and additional family members to ensure everyone's included.

Pros: Many print sizes available, very inclusive
Cons: Can get expensive if you want to include a frame in the cost too

Review: "Great print, really love it. Even the cats were personalised in their colours. I have bought a few prints from this seller now and they are all fab!! Would highly recommend!"

Best essential oil diffuser

This oil diffuser mists and infuses a room with soothing and calming scents, which sounds just like something a busy mum needs to us!

Pros: Has timer and light settings you can control
Cons: Not for use in bathrooms, humid or wet environments

Review: "Lovely diffuser - the ceramic case is very stylish. Produces a good amount of scent which carries really well. Not too noisy either. Really like the timer feature and well as being able to change the light colour."

Recommend perfume for mums

Speaking of scents, mums always appreciate being gifted a nice perfume. There are absolutely loads to choose from, but we would recommend giving YSL's popular Black Opium a try. Black coffee accord is paired with sensual vanilla and white flowers to create a daring contrast of light and dark.

Pros: A little goes a long way
Cons: At a high price point

Review: "I really love YSL Black Opium fragrance. It smells sophisticated, incomparable and lasts for a long time."

Best lipstick for mums

For all those glam-mums out there, a nice lipstick will be just what they need. The iconic Pillow Talk lipstick by Charlotte Tilbury with its matte, nude-pink colour is the perfect your-lips-but-better shade.

Pros: Perfect everyday lipstick
Cons: Some customers thought the formula was too drying

Review: "I bought this as a present for my mum for her birthday and she loves it! High quality and a gorgeous colour."

Best silk scarf for mums

This stylish scarf is sure to brighten your mum's day. It features colourful floral prints and it's beautifully presented in a pink bag and tissue paper, all wrapped up in a silk ribbon.

Pros: Great for accessorising
Cons: Hand wash only

Review: "Gorgeous scarf. Was bought as a gift and the recipient was as delighted as I was. Came beautifully gift wrapped too."

In need of some more gift ideas?

Finding the right gift for someone as special as a mum can be tricky. Luckily, at Mother&Baby, we've got an extensive range of gift guides to help. They will offer some more gift inspiration, whatever the occasion might be.

You may be thinking of getting a mum-to-be something before they welcome their bundle of joy into the world. We've rounded up some of the best gifts for expectant mothers that are both thoughtful and personal.

Pregnancy and birth put a lot of toll on mum's body. If you know a new mum that could do with some pampering, you'll find some ideas for what to send them here.

Perhaps you're looking for a small present to send to mummy friends to give them a little pick me up? This is where our small gifts guide will come in handy. This guide will show you it doesn't always have to be a big or expensive gift to show you care.

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