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50 Best Mother's Day Gifts to Make Your Wife Feel Loved

She deserves something special.

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This year, Mother's Day lands on Sunday, May 11 — which will be here before you know it. And, pro tip: If she says she doesn't want a present, something small to celebrate her would still be a nice gesture.

Whether it's her first Mother's Day or you're feeling uninspired after the last decade of gifting, we've rounded up unique Mother's Day gifts for your wife that'll improve her daily routine. We've included editor favorites, reader picks of our best Mother's Day gifts and products we've tested in the Good Housekeeping Institute Labs.

As you scroll, think about the type of present that would be the most meaningful to her, whether it's a pajama set to help her unwind or a sentimental book filled with your favorite family memories. You don't have to spend a lot to spoil her — most of these ideas cost less than $50, but if you want to go big this year, we've sprinkled in some luxury gifts, too.

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Acrylic Light

Acrylic Light

Cue all the "awws" with this sentimental gift. It's the perfect way to acknowledge everything she does for your family. It emits a soft light and sits on a base, so it can be placed anywhere. There's also a wife-specific version if you prefer that.

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Quencher H2.0 Tumbler

Quencher H2.0 Tumbler

There's a special Mother's Day tumbler that the brand launched, but everyone is really wanting something from Stanley's new Cabana collection. Available in blue, pink and yellow stripes, the line just screams summer.

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Gold Rose

Gold Rose

Amazon reviewers all agree this piece is absolutely stunning. The brand says it's 24K-gold plated, and it sits on a plaque that reads: "the world with you is very beautiful." In addition to the gold flower, it also comes in blue, pink, red and purple. "Bought as a keepsake for [my] wife. Lovely when the light catches it," one reviewer wrote.

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Crystal Accented Bangle Watch Set

Crystal Accented Bangle Watch Set

The set is massively discounted right now, so if you think she might like it, you should grab it. In addition to the watch, she'll get two matching bangles to go with it. Available in different metals and colors, one person said it's "the best gift."

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Elisa Birthstone Pendant Necklace

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Elisa Birthstone Pendant Necklace

Chances are, if she doesn't have one (or even if she does), she's been eyeing a Kendra Scott necklace. Luckily, Kendra Scott is on Amazon, so you know it'll arrive in time. Plus, many colors, like the white opal, are on sale.

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16-Piece Forever Flowers

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16-Piece Forever Flowers

You might be thinking Valentine's Day when you see this, but what we see is romance (although, if the red is throwing you off, you can always go with the yellow, white or pink version). Since the flowers are preserved, they will last forever. "My wife loves it. The roses are so real looking and the packaging is great," one person on Amazon wrote.

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Luxury Bath Pillow

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Luxury Bath Pillow

The thing is, for Mother's Day, she probably just wants a something simple, like a nice bath. Hand her this top-rated pillow and lead her right to the tub (bonus points if you get her a glass of wine or a good book to read).

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Embroidered Mama Sweatshirt

Embroidered Mama Sweatshirt

Many custom gifts won't arrive in time, but the brand says this one will if you're a Prime member (but you should still probably order ASAP!). You can get any title on it, and get the names of your kids embroidered on the sleeves.

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Bath and Body Gift Basket

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Bath and Body Gift Basket

Something that's just for her, she'll get a full basket of vanilla-scented creams, oils, gels and more. It has over 9,000 reviews on Amazon, with many praising the presentation. "I bought this as a gift for my aunt. I could smell it through the packaging, and she absolutely loved it," one person wrote.

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Farmer's Choice Peonies

Farmer's Choice Peonies

Peony season is a magical but short-lived moment in the spring. If she's a fan, you can't go wrong with a stunning bouquet from The Bouqs Co. The brand came out on top when we did our tests for the best flower delivery services because the arrangements lasted longer than any similar bouquet we tested.

RELATED: After Testing 19 Options, These Are the 6 Best Online Flower Delivery Services

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We're fans of Laneige, and if she is too (she likely is), treat her to the ultimate beauty set. Inside, she'll get the brand's Water Bank Cream, Water Sleeping Mask, Cream Skin Toner and Moisturizer and Berry lip mask — all for under $30!

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Candle Warmer Lamp

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Candle Warmer Lamp

This elegant candle warmer has three timer options and four brightness levels, plus the height adjusts to fit all of her favorite candles. Added bonus: You no longer have to worry about flames around the kids.

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Chocolate Gift Basket

Chocolate Gift Basket

You can't go wrong with chocolate! This gift basket includes 15 different sweet treats, including peanut butter squares, almond clusters, chocolate pretzels, sea salt caramels and toffee. Everything's individually wrapped, so the chocolates stay fresh until she's ready to snack.

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Best Online Flower Delivery Service

Fresh Flower Bouquet

Fresh Flower Bouquet

Every mom deserves flowers on Mother's Day. The Bouqs Co. was rated the best online flower delivery service by our Lab analysts (they've tried 19 in total). There's a wide array of options, so find an arrangement that feels most like your wife.

RELATED: 8 Best Flower Delivery Services Available Online, According to Testing

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Scalloped Raffia Tote and Clutch Set

Scalloped Raffia Tote and Clutch Set

Admit it: She deserves something luxurious. This elegant tote and clutch set is perfect for traveling with kids (especially on beach trips). Add her initials for an extra $15 — just choose your desired color and font.

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Hardcover Photo Book

Hardcover Photo Book

Spend the time sorting through family photos and design a beautiful coffee table book filled with your favorite memories. This hardcover photo book from Artifact Uprising is available in various sizes, and with 40, 80 or 120 pages.

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Magic Bullet Blender

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Magic Bullet Blender

This year, buy her something that'll make her mornings easier. Our experts at the Kitchen Lab tested nearly 20 personal blenders and this pick from Magic Bullet demonstrated the best value. It can whip up smoothies, chop up chunky salsas and grind nuts.

RELATED: 5 Best Personal Blenders, Tested by Experts

If your home is filled with houseplants, this adorable propagation station will inspire her to grow new plant babies. Over 10,000 customers have given it a five-star review, with many noting the ease of assembly. (I recently purchased this for a friend, and it looks just like the pictures).

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Initial Trinket Tray

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Initial Trinket Tray

From bracelets and earrings to her wedding ring, this tiny ceramic dish is a safe place to store her jewelry. Nearly 2,000 online reviewers rave over the quality and beautiful design, especially considering the low price.

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Pop Up Cards

Pop Up Cards

Skip the traditional card and opt for these realistic pop-up flowers, which include a blank notecard for you to customize with a sweet note. Choose from roses, daffodils, lilies or orchids, all of which online reviewers call beautiful.

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Alyssa Gautieri (she/her) is the associate lifestyle editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things home and interior design. Prior to joining GH in 2022, she wrote for publications including ELLE Decor, Chairish, BobVila.com, Unique Homes Magazine and LODGING Magazine, in addition to crafting product copy for home brands like BrylaneHome and VIGO Industries.

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