Shopping for gifts for your own mom (or mother figure) is never really too hard. Because you know she loves you unconditionally, she's going to love and appreciate anything you get her.
But, when it comes to getting a thoughtful Mother's Day gift for your mother-in-law, you may feel like the pressure is on. I mean she did give birth to the person you consider the love of your life, amirite? While that's obviously a big deal, permission to chill has been granted thanks to this list packed with unique, fun, and thoughtful gifts that your mother-in-law will love (and actually use).
And, there are tons of options below your mother-in-law will appreciate no matter what kind of mom she is—whether she's an outdoorsy gal or can frequently be found whipping up your favorite meals in the kitchen. If she's an avid hiker or national parks lover, she'll love reading this biography about one woman's spiritual trek.
Does she spend lots of time on an eight-step skincare routine, morning and night? Well, then make her day with this gift set of the Farmacy's best-sellers (worth it!). Or, maybe you two frequently bond over tea time together. She's going to have the biggest smile on her face when she unwraps this adorable tea pot.
Whatever her interests are, you'll be able to find her something with this fool-proof, curated guide of the 53 best Mother's Day gifts perfectly curated for your special mother-in-law.
Sure, getting her an in-spa massage would be nice, but you'll really impress her with this unique at-home neck and back massager she can use every night.
It's the perfect gift for the MIL who just needs to, uh, chill.
Whether she uses it before her eight-step skincare routine or just to unwind at the end of the day, she'll love the way this transforms her bathroom (or kitchen, or the living room) into a spa.
Who doesn't like flowers? She'll swoon over these gorgeous florals, and the fact that she'll get them every two weeks is the definition of the gift that keeps on giving.
Promise, your MIL won't be made if you throw a couple of these into a gift bag. These shower caps are waterproof and water repellent and designed with frizz-defying tech. The best part—they're made in front prints your MIL will be tempted to actually wear outside instead of to the shower.
ICYMI, nude shades are in, and at-home manis are, too! Give the mom in your life a few shades she can play around with with in this shade-inclusive collection from Kathleen Lights. Promise, she'll love it!
What mom couldn't use a few extra minutes? A subscription to Daily Harvest's frozen smoothies, bowls, and flatbread pizzas will save her tons of time while introducing her to a plethora of super delicious, nutritious meals.
If your MIL loves to do her hair, or takes pride in keeping it looking gorg, she will love this shampoo and conditioner set from Ouai that will keep her hair healthy and strong.
You'd be hard-pressed to think of a mom who doesn't need a good night's rest. Gift her her most luxurious night of sleep ever with this silky gift set, complete with an eye mask, scrunchie, and matching pillowcase.
The mom in your life might just kiss you for giving her this set of Farmacy's honey-packed best-sellers and hero products. It includes everything from their cult-favorite makeup remover to their pore-cleaning toner and calming moisturizer.
You can send your favorite mom-in-law a sweet message with this engraved bar bracelet from Mejuri. Think something like, "I <3 you" or "Best Mom Ever."
Warm her heart and feet with these plush slippers filled with all-natural grain and dried French lavender. All she has to do is throw them in the microwave for the coziest movie nights ever!
You and your S.O. will cement your "favorite children" status with this easy home bar from Bartesian. It's just like a Keurig, but instead of coffee pods, you use fully-recyclable cocktail pods that make everything from cosmopolitans to margaritas with the press of a button.
She may never miss a workout, but that means her muscles could use some serious TLC. This powerful massage gun is truly heaven after an intense session.
Your tea-loving mom will love the surprise of new blends they'll get to try every month. You can even choose if you want them to receive a caffeinated, decaf, or mixed box based upon their preference.
If she loves to travel, she'll adore this passport and vaccination card holder. Having them both in the same spot will keep 'em safe and secure. She won't have to worry about her hands scrambling inside her purse in the TSA line.
Food meets feminism in this book, and she will love it if she's obsessed with cooking. It has everything from essays, kitchen profiles, interviews, recipes, and more.
A filtered pitcher like this one is a must-have for the sangria (or tea! or fruit-infused water!) lover. It's going to be a game-changer for her dinner parties.
You may not be hitting the course with her any time soon, but a few rounds on this portable putting green with some homemade snacks may be way better, anyway.
It'll be a great bonding activity for the whole family, no matter what everyone's experience level may be.
Thanks to you, she'll be able to cook with fresh herbs every day of the year, no matter the weather. This indoor herb garden comes with two different kinds of basil, parsley, dill, thyme, and mint.
It tells her exactly when to add water, features LED lights with day/night timers, and even has a vacation mode to manage everything when she's away visiting you.
If your MIL is into taking weekend trips, or always carries a duffel with her to the gym, she will love this elevated, retro-looking leather and canvas one from Tracksmith.
Gift her a year's worth of inspo to get creative with her DIY projects. Plus, if you have kids, this book gives them tons of opportunities to bond with Grandma.
Typical hats may be a boring gift, but this playful bucket hat made with a reversible design is bound to make her feel even cooler and trendier than she already is. Handcrafted by artisans in India, it's made with 100 percent breathable cotton .
For the MIL fashionista, this bag is an absolute must-have. This clutch has been handcrafted in Ghana with raffia material, lined with linen and designed with a leather handle.
Upgrade any jewelry gift in a snap with this ceramic dish that'll hold her new fave gift. She'll think of you every time she passes this on her vanity.
Your MIL will be obsessed with this poplin caftan that she can rock around the house, out to lunch or chilling in the backyard with her closest friends and family.
The only thing she'll love more than bubble tea is bubble tea without having to get out of her house slippers and robe. Tea Drops' collab with Hello Kitty is adorable, and it already comes in a gift-worthy box to make wrapping even easier for you—a win-win!
No, this isn't just another perfume. This unscented primer is applied right before her perfume, allowing for her fragrance to smell exactly as the perfumer intended and making the scent last longer on her skin.
Give the gift of words of affirmation with this adorable fill-in-the-blanks book. She'll keep it in her nightstand for whenever she needs a little pick-me-up.
Sometimes, the best gift for a picky person is the gift of being able to pick out exactly what they want. If she loves outdoor excursions, this gift card has you covered—57 Hours is the AirBnb of outdoor excursions featuring everything from Cinque Terre hiking to ski touring in British Columbia.
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Best For Fit Moms
Inspire 2 Health & Fitness Tracker with a Free 1-Year Fitbit Premium Trial, 24/7 Heart Rate, Black/Black, One Size (S & L Bands Included)
Your MIL will love trying to beat her steps goal every day with the cult-favorite FitBit. This one even tracks heart rate and has up to 10 days of battery life—perfect for the fit, traveling mom!
Those regular salon blowout appointments are pricey and a bit much for her busy calendar. She'll be thanking you for introducing her to Revlon's bestselling hair dryer brush—it has a whopping 200,000(!) five-star reviews.
For the mom that moves more than she sits still, she'll love this smartwatch that'll let her do everything from tracking her sleep and steps to reading her incoming texts.
This gorgeous hard-shell suitcase will bring a smile to your MIL's face, and she's packing for a dreamy vaca. It's expandable and even comes with a ten-year warranty!
Founded by Sajani Amarasiri to pay homage to the Sri Lankan elixir her mom would brew for her as a child, this turmeric latte is totally different than the traditional lattes your MIL may be brewing on a daily basis.
This Ayurvedic turmeric, ginger, and ashwagandha-infused formula is bound to become a kitchen staple.
Kim Kardashian's line of lounge and shapewear is seriously high quality and well-loved—especially the cozy boucle collection. This robe is going to be that piece she wears everyday during the holidays.
If your MIL loves a monogram, this bag from Sea Bags is perfect for everything from beach days to travel. They're made of recycled sail cloth, so she will nail the nautical look at all times.
Help her take her daily skincare routine to the next level with this gift set that includes three brushes (including one for cleansing!) to help her luxuriously apply her best a.m. products—from face wash to serums to moisturizer.
This gorgeous hydrangea print pajama set is perfect for any MIL that is a flower enthusiast. Plus, it will look just as chic at the breakfast table as it'll feel for movie night on the couch.
You may have fallen in love with your partner partially because of their mom's cooking, and if that's the case, this adorable apron was totally made for her. How cute is that little dancing avocado?
There's no better gift for a busy mother-in-law than an excuse to relax. This catcus flower, achiote seed, tangerine oil, and jojoba oil scrub will do just that.
Grab this pack of raw honey, throat spray, pollen and whole granules for the honey-loving mom. She'll be so excited to add these 100 percent pure and natural products to her stash.
If there’s one thing you know she'll always love, it’s her grandkid(s). Gift them this adorable handprint/footprint keepsake kit, and you’ll score major brownie points.
Made with 100 percent Turkish long staple cotton, this plush monogrammed robe is the very definition of luxury. When she's at home, she'll never not be wearing this.
Jasmine GomezAssociate Lifestyle editorJasmine Gomez is the associate lifestyle editor at Women’s Health and covers health, fitness, sex, culture and cool products.
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