The most unique Mother's Day gift ideas for 2025

Help your loved one get some well-deserved shut eye this year with the Nodpod. This is basically a weighted blanket for their eyes that blocks out light and applies gentle pressure so they can drift off soundly. Snag this bedside essential in any of six shades, including black, pink and cream.

I personally have a Nodpod and reach for it all the time. It's great when you're having trouble falling asleep because your mind is wandering or your room isn't dark enough. I pop this on my eyes and immediately relax.

I'm not playing games here — these chic platform sandals are actually Crocs, which means they have the same comfort level and durability as the brand's ultra-popular slip-ons. "I can walk 30,00 steps on vacation in these with no foot pain." one Crocs convert commented. Another added: "I ordered these as a shoe to be able to dress up or dress down for my Euro trip and they did not disappoint! I have a wider foot and they did not squeeze my foot or cause blistering."

Enter any maternal puzzle lover's dream. Each day of the year, this wooden square will reveal a new brainteaser. Arrange the nine interlocking pieces until just today's date is shown.

Florals for spring? Groundbreaking. Hear me out, though: The cheery pattern on this quilted crossbody will never go out of style. Snag it in an equally playful shade, from powdery pastels like sky blue and soft lavender to eye-catching brights like kelly green.

When her arthritis or carpal tunnel gets the best of her, she can turn to this heated hand massager for soothing relief. Choose between three intensity levels and massage modes to target palm, finger and wrist pain.

These hydrating booties are the perfect pick-me-up. They just require 10 minutes of idle time to work their moisturizing magic, which is also an excuse to kick back and do absolutely nothing (the greatest gift of all!). 

Comfort is key, especially when you're reading for hours on end. Tons of bookworms swear by this lap pillow since it has a designated slot for e-readers, tablets and books, plus two plastic arms to hold down the pages. "I was getting tired of holding a book or magazine with one hand (my cat demands the other hand for petting ... lol), so this is a saving grace," one five-star fan wrote.

Why? Because one picture is never enough. Upload photos or videos directly from your phone (or theirs) to this Wi-Fi-powered frame through the accompanying app or by sending them to the dedicated email address. It has free, unlimited storage, so they can look back on as many moments as they wish, plus they can invite family and friends to add new memories to the rotation. And if you're giving it to your grandma, grandpa or another loved one who's hesitant about tech, you can set it up in advance so their only task is to turn it on and enjoy the show. 

Aura's pricier model, The Walden, topped Senior Tech Writer Rick Broida's list of the best digital picture frames, but this budget-friendly pick has all the same bells and whistles. The main difference is that this one's about 5 inches smaller — but that's a small price to pay, especially since you can get it for 20% off right now. 

For the woman who loves a routine, this ultra-smart alarm clock will start her day off right. It gently wakes her up with light that mimics her natural circadian rhythm, and the sound machine covers a ton of background noises to help her sleep better. This Hatch beauty beats out other sunrise alarm clocks in the looks department, but Contributing Health Writer Sharon Brandwein also says it's a must for anyone trying to keep phones out of their bedroom. "You can easily select your preset 'rest' or 'rise' routines — no app or phone required," she wrote. 

Memories last forever; the film that captured them all certainly doesn't. And while she has the best of intentions to digitize your family's photos and home videos, LegacyBox will actually get the job done (and a whole lot faster). Go with the Family package to preserve up to 10 items at once (a reel, tape or pack of 25 photos counts as one item). Each box comes with detailed instructions, barcodes to properly track items throughout the digitizing process and a prepaid shipping label to send it back. 

Waldo has met his match: It's Mom. Yep, you read that right. Her kids will get a kick out of this search-and-find book, especially when they realize the characters are close to home (to say the least). Personalize the book with up to five characters — two adults and three kids — then write a dedication and choose a cover.

What if I told you that you could give her the gift of a two-week manicure without a dreaded trip to the nail salon? Enter Dazzle Dry, a nontoxic nail polish system that certainly dazzled Senior Beauty Editor Jennifer Romolini in recent tests. Follow the four-step system to a tee and the brand claims polish will last anywhere from seven to 14 days (I can confirm this is true). Snag a mini kit so she can test it out — I'm partial to this spring-ready bubblegum pink shade, but you can always opt for something more subtle if that's more her speed. 

Tea is her reading fuel, so make sure she has a whopping 75 cups' worth. This collection of five loose-leaf blends was made with bookworms in mind, with a mix of black, white and herbal varieties that complement just about any story. 

You're not seeing things: Pavoi makes gorgeous jewelry that only looks expensive. These chunky huggies are bursting with color, which will be a nice change from her everyday earrings. Pick between gold and silver, depending on her preference — or better yet, snag one of each since they're such a steal!

Heart-shaped lockets are timeless. This hammered version is a fresh take on a classic style, but it's still packed with just as much love. You can engrave it, for no extra cost, with a sweet message, her kid's initials or a custom doodle by her little ones. Keep in mind that this price is for the gold vermeil pendant only, so you can either pair it with a chain (starting at $56) or she can track one down in her jewelry box. 

Gardening can really take a toll on her body. She's got a kneeler, a stool and a trusty pair of gardening gloves, but is she doing anything to protect her arms? These UPF 50+ sleeves act as a barrier from the sun, sharp thorns and common irritants, including poison ivy and stinging nettle. They even earned a professional gardener's stamp of approval, with one raving that they "stay in place well and the elastic at the top doesn't irritate my skin."

A framed photo will do, but this is a more unique way to display the whole family. List everyone's birth month (up to 20), then this Poland-based Etsy maker will personalize an arrangement and press it between glass. Each order is custom and takes up to two weeks from start to finish, so place your order stat. 

Is her thumb just starting to turn green? Then give her this indoor garden, which requires little to no work on her part. Seriously, she just has to add plant food, water the six pre-seeded pods, then program the grow light and follow the instructions on the app about future feedings. The herbs will start to germinate after a week or two, and they'll be ready to harvest within two months. But on the off chance that the pods fail to sprout in 21 days, AeroGarden will replace 'em for free.

Flowers are as classic as it comes, but they only last one or two weeks tops. This bulb typically blossoms one month after its arrival (give or take a few weeks) without any feeding or watering. Once the final flower blooms, she can peel off the wax and plant it in the ground to bask in its beauty for years to come. (Psst, these pretty pink and white flowers are toxic to dogs and cats, so steer clear if she has any furry friends!) 

Bird Buddy is a leader in the smart bird feeder game, but I bet you didn't know they have one just for her favorite fast-fliers. That's right — the camera picks up flying jewels as they flutter by or take a pit stop before continuing on their pollination journey. She'll get notified via the app whenever a bird's within view, plus it'll outline the exact species, alert her if a bird looks unwell or if non-feathered friends are getting too close to the feeder.