Mark your calendars for Sunday 14 May and start sending daily reminders to your family – this day is OUR day, mums! Mother’s Day 2023.
This year, let’s make it an amazing one. We’re talking plenty of cuddles on the couch, coupons for foot rubs and cute homemade cards, paired with ZERO loads of laundry and housework. A day off bum-wiping duty would also be fab!
Of course, spending time with our loved ones is all we really need for Mother’s Day, but who wouldn’t want a little something extra special on the side? Whether you’re shopping for your own mum or are looking for ideas to pass on to your own family, below are our top picks for Mother’s Day gifts 2023.
From hampers to Oodies, from plants to lip plumper, from gin to gumboots, let us shower you with the best gifts for mums:
The best gifts for mums this Mother’s Day
Hampers Galore Happy Mother’s Day Prosecco Hamper
Price: $115
Where to buy: Hampers Galore
Sweets, treats and wine – the perfect combo for any mum, especially for Mother’s Day. This stunning hamper is packaged in a premium gift box, packed with stylish tissue paper and finished with a “Happy Mother’s Day” decorative sleeve. Plus you’ll receive a FREE “Mother’s Day” greeting card, printed with your personalised message.
And wait until you open it!
Bursting with extra luxe goodies and quality products you know and love including Kylie Minogue Signature Prosecco Rosé (oooh la la), Charlie’s Cookies Mini Melting Moments Raspberry Bliss, Gingerbread Folk Mini Blossoms, Piranha Raspberry Apple Popcorn, Freckleberry Mother’s Day Giant Freckle and Bains Wholefoods Rosemary Salt & Vinegar Chickpea Chips.
Make your gift unique by adding a little something extra special. Add a special personalised candle, a sneaky bottle of wine, an extra sweet box of chocolates, or even a video or voice message – how great is that? Especially awesome if you’re sending it to someone who may not live nearby.
There are lots of choices available to make your gift one to be remembered! All hampers are available for next business day delivery and have a flat shipping rate Australia-wide.
The Oodie or Sleep Tea
Price: Starting at $54 for sleep teas and $79 for Oodies (up to 40% off)
Where to buy: The Oodie
Give the gift of a hug from a giant, fluffy cloud with The Oodie! You’ve probably heard of The Oodie before – kids LOVE them, adults LOVE them, and 3 million+ fans across the world LOVE them! And they make the best gift for mums too!
The Oodie is made from toasty-warm sherpa fleece on the inside and buttery-soft, Toastytek™ flannel fleece on the outside. With over 100 designs to choose from, and prices starting at $79, these really are the perfect gift for chill-out time. There’s even an all-new Stork Maternity Oodie with a button-down front and multiple pockets for those baby essentials. It’s the perfect comfort piece for mums and babies but hurry, this best-seller sells out really quickly!
If you’re after something a little less wintery, check out the Sleep Teas – these feathery soft oversized shirts are soft ‘n’ stretchy and oh-so deliciously cosy. There are heaps of package deals too – Oodies for the whole family or an Oodie and Sleep Tea combo.
Take advantage of the FREE shipping and FREE 30-day returns on all Australian orders. For a limited time, save 40% off Oodies and sleepwear too (discounted prices are on each product).
Tastebuds Bubbles & Heart Shaped Love Chocolate Bouquet
Price: $90
Where to buy: Tastebuds
If you’re looking for the best gifts for mums who love chocolate, then Tastebuds is the place to be! Their Chocolate Love Heart with a glittering bottle of Freixenet Sparkling Rosé makes for the perfect gift and features nothing but premium goodness.
The Bubbles & Heart Heart Shaped Love Chocolate Bouquet features the delicious Freixenet Sparkling Rosé Piccolo, 30 Chocolatier Belgian Milk Chocolate Hearts, 5 Decorative Paper Flowers and a Personalised Gift Card.
Tastebuds Gifts are always well-loved and their chocolate bouquets are sure to put a huge smile on any mum’s face. Their tasty treats are customised, affordable and Australian-owned too, plus their deliciously crafted gifts come with next business day delivery* Australia-wide. You can also customise your order with a personalised candle, ribbon or personalised bottle of wine. It’s entirely up to you!
the plant mail Lush Indoor Plants Delivered to Your Door
Price: Starting at $80
Where to buy: the plant mail
It’s the gift that keeps on growing with a beautiful indoor plant, the perfect symbol for Mother’s Day if you ask us! the plant mail supplies absolutely stunning indoor plants of all shapes and sizes, delivered to any address in Australia and with same-day delivery in metro Victoria (if you order by 9am).
Choose from small, medium, and large plants including the popular Peace Lily, lucky Jade Plant and colourful Philodendron Neon. the plant mail also stocks air-purifying plants including the Devil’s Ivy, Mini Monstera and ZZ Plant, easy-to-care-for plants such as the Dragon Tail and Ficus Elastica Ruby as well as plants that thrive in low sunlight such as the Moth Orchid and high sunlight, including the Burgandy Rubber Plant and Fiddle Leaf Fig.
There are nearly 20 different plant species to choose from and each plant comes in a gorgeous pot plus a luxe velvet box. You can also choose to add on a little something special – a candle, some chocolates, luxury teas, body oil, and plenty more choices.
Alyssa Stroller Bag
Price: $99.99
Where to buy: Storksak
For the new mum in your life, you cannot go wrong with the Alyssa Stroller Bag, a staple for parents on the go! Designed by two mums and crafted from responsibly sourced leather and durable nylon, this bag oozes with style and functionality. Sure, it’s great for quicks trips and to carry all your essentials, but it’s stylish enough to take anywhere and continue to use after baby has grown.
Wear it two ways: as a shoulder bag or cross body bag, or alternatively, you can attach it to the pram with the built-in stroller straps. This thoughtfully designed mini nappy bag includes a wide main opening for easy access to the spacious interior while the external zipped pocket is perfect for storing valuables. It also comes with a built-in insulated sleeve to keep drinks upright and at their temperature.
Available with gold or gunmetal hardware, the Alyssa Stroller bag also comes with a 1-year manufacturer’s warranty. Check out the matching nappy bag and hospital/cabin bag on wheels as well.
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Not one, but TWO pairs of shoes
Price: From $59.95 – $199.95
Where to buy: Williams Shoes
Looking for the best gifts for mums who are constantly on the go? Shoes, of course! You really can’t go wrong with shoes, and Williams Shoes stocks a gorgeous collection of women’s shoes for all occasions.
Take advantage of their current 2nd Pair Hair Price offer in-store and online and snag two pairs of shoes for the special day. From winter flats and sneakers to boots and slippers, you won’t be short on choice.
Our top picks include their adorable I Love Billy range of slippers featuring a soft, woolly lining and colourful embroidered animals. Pair them with the popular Deitha boots by Diana Ferrari and you’ll be covered for both cosy weekends at home and busy weekdays out.
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GINESPESSO Coffee Gin Liqueur
Price: $54
Where to buy: Heaps Good Spirits
Coffee gin … yes it’s a thing and it’s insanely good! GINSPRESSO is the sell-out (twice actually) Coffee Gin Liqueur that’s taken Australia by storm. One sip and you’ll understand why. It’s the only 100% Coffee Gin Liqueur in South Australia and is smooth, rich and yum!
It combines bold, rich and chocolatey coffee beans, curated by State Champion baristas no less, with gin (of course), Australian native wattle seed and Aussie-grown vanilla for a smooth-as-silk coffee gin liqueur.
Espresso Martinis are most certainly on the menu and without the regular $18 price tag per cocktail. But you can enjoy this versatile stunner in other several ways – over ice, with tonic or cola, in milk, drizzled over ice cream or in coffee cocktails! If you’re after something a little fancy and delicious, then you can’t go wrong with Coffee gin!
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Merry People Bobbi Boot
Price: $149.95
Where to buy: Merry People
Add an extra pep to your step with these adorably colourful boots! The Bobbi Boot is 100% waterproof, comfortable, sturdy, warm and cute to boot too! Pull tabs make it easy to slip on and off, so it’s perfect for parents on the go!
The Bobbi Boot is designed for everyday adventures, from splashing in puddles with the kids to walking the dog off the beaten path without a worry. Both fun and functional, the Merry People’s range of Bobbi Boots features 15 different colours from neutral tones that take you from day to night to bold, bright colours that will make a statement everywhere you go.
Merry People sell boots for the entire family too and the kids’ gumboot range is made with the same technology and functionality as the adult gumboots. Pick up a pair for yourself – or any special mum in your life – and a pair for the kids too. Merry People offer free shipping and free returns over $50.
Between 27th April and 14th May, Merry People will be donating 20% of Dusty Pink Bobbi Boot sales from Australia and New Zealand to the Mother’s Day Classic Foundation. Help celebrate Mother’s Day in an extra-special way by funding life-saving breast cancer research!
BBPD Aromatherapy Crystal Diffuser
Price: $89
Where to buy: BBPD
Calm the mind and enlighten the senses with this unique Mother’s Day gift … an aromatherapy diffuser! BBPD stocks several different crystal diffuser options including the Salt Mine Crystal Diffuser, a Rainbow Quartz Crystal Diffuser, the Rose Quartz Crystal Diffuser, the Amethyst Crystal Diffuser and the Green Fluorite Crystal Diffuser. All offer a beautiful light glow from coloured stones that is both breathtaking and unique.
All BBPD diffusers only need a few drops of oil to activate. The beautiful stones absorb the oil from the heated light on the base and keep the scent diffusing for longer and without mess.
As any crystal buff knows, different crystals come with different properties but our pick for any mums who could be feeling the burn is the Amethyst Crystal Diffuser. A short session with Amethyst can help with refreshed feelings of alertness, resetting and back in control. Check out the full range at BBPD.
The Looselips Lip Lifter
Price: $44.95
More info: Looselips
If you’re looking for a beauty gift for mum, pucker up for Looselips! This natural lip lifter is insanely effective and gives you a beautiful pout without any injections. The advanced formula works to hydrate and lift lips to achieve a plump and full look.
Looselips is 100% Aussie owned and made and only uses the best natural ingredients for maximum impact. This popular lip plumper is filled with antioxidants, peptides and botanical oils to nourish and inflate dry lips and boost collagen production in the long run.
Simply apply it to your lips and see instant results. Perfect for wearing under, over or instead of lipstick, the lip lifter enhances your lips, leaving them feeling soft and supple, making dry flaky lips a thing of the past. This nourishing beauty product is a must-have and will provide you with instant effects and long-term benefits.
So there you have it – our top picks for the best gifts for mums this year. If you’re on the hunt for even more gift ideas, check out:
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