Last Minute Mother’s Day Gifts That’ll Arrive Right on Time
Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the leading ladies in our life. After all, being a mom is hard work. From kissing boo-boos to soothing cries in the middle of the night, moms really do make the world go round. As a reminder Mother’s Day, which is always the second Sunday of May, falls on May 12 this year. But with all the stresses of daily life, things can easily slip to the bottom of your to-do list and the next thing you know you’re scrambling to find a gift.
Sound familiar? Take a deep breath—we’re here to help. The Bump editorial team has scoured the internet to find the best last minute Mother’s Day gifts with fast shipping, that’ll arrive on her doorstep within a day or two. And if you’ve truly left it to the last possible moment, you can send a virtual gift that’ll land in her email inbox in a flash. Phew!
We get it—life is busy and it can be hard to remember every important date—but Mother’s Day is one celebration you don’t want to miss. Left it to the last minute to find a wow-worthy gift? Don’t sweat it. Our goal is to do the bulk of research for you, so you don’t have to spend hours scrolling through online retailers. Here are the steps we took to create this article:
- We considered a list of criteria when sourcing last minute Mother’s Day gifts, including quality, style and delivery method and shipping costs.
- To decide which gifts are the best virtual options on the market, we leverage our familiarity with leading brands to make sure items are from reliable manufacturers.
- We read user reviews to get the low-down on how these products work for moms and focused on items with instant or next-day delivery options. And we typically don’t consider anything with less than an average four-star rating.
Editorial integrity is at the heart of everything we publish. Read about how The Bump develops and reviews all articles, including product reviews.
Pop-up greetings card
Looking for an online Mother’s Day gift that’ll arrive on her doorstep? Lovepop has fun and quirky pop-up cards for every occasion, including Mother’s Day. Hooray! There are tons of unique greeting cards to choose from, including this pretty floral option that comes with a pop-up sunflower bouquet. Personalize the card with a message, a photo or both, and Lovepop will take care of the rest. With standard delivery the card will arrive within 3 to 5 days, but for an extra fee you can avail of overnight shipping.
Breakfast in bed
It sounds like a cliche—but it’s true that what most moms want is a day off for Mother’s Day. Get off to a good start by making her breakfast in bed using delicious ingredients from Stonewall Kitchen. This breakfast bundle includes pancake mix, blueberry syrup and two types of jam. Is your mouth watering yet?
Personalized bracelet
Birthstone jewelry is a failsafe gift for mothers. And this beautiful bracelet features three colorful stones that represent the three most important people in mom’s life. For an extra-special touch you can have the nameplate engraved with her initials or a sweet message. Better yet, it'll arrive right on time thanks to UPS next day air delivery.
On-trend thermos
Stanley Quencher H2.0 FlowState Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Tumbler Treat her to the thermos taking the world by storm—it’s the Stanley Quencher, of course! It’s available for next day delivery with an Amazon Prime membership and keeps water icy cold for hours at a time. Proof that last minute Mother’s Day gifts can be practical too!
Ice cream collection
Here’s a unique online Mother’s Day gift: four pints of gourmet ice cream delivered straight into her freezer. This collection from eCreamery has been handmade with moms in mind. Flavors include: mint crunch, chocolate chunk and cupcake cookie dough. Yummy! If you’re tight on time, pay a little extra for overnight shipping or buy her an eCreamery gift card instead.
Hand and feet gift set
How about an organic gift set from Burt’s Bees? Mom can treat her hard working hands to some much needed moisturization and pamper tired feet. The set includes lemon butter cuticle cream, hand salve, lip balm, foot cream and more. At only $25 it’s a steal, and you’ll get free, fast shipping with Amazon Prime.
New mom gift box
Shopping for a last minute Mother’s Day gift for a first timer? This gift box is designed specifically for new moms and is packed with pampering treats for her plus a cute onesie for baby. BumpBoxes offers a range of flexible shipping options, including free standard delivery as well overnight shipping for an additional fee. Bonus: Use code THEBUMP50 to get 50 percent off select products.
Personalized gift box
For customized digital Mother’s Day gifts, look no further than Greetabl. The process is simple: Choose a gift box, pick a present, add some family photos and a personalized message and you’re done! Greetabl will mail it straight to Mom’s door. Have more than one lady to send some love to? No worries—these gift boxes can be rolled out to all your VIPs. Bonus: Use code THEBUMP15 and take 15 percent off sitewide.
Slogan sweatshirt
Earn some serious brownie points with this slogan sweatshirt. The cozy sweater reads “mom of the year” and we’re pretty sure she’s already earned that title. Bonus: For a limited time, Nordstrom is offering free two business day shipping in selected locations.
Pearl earrings
Elegant and understated, these pearl earrings will bring a smile to any mom’s face. This pair is handcrafted in 18k gold vermeil and uses freshwater pearls. Choose express delivery at checkout and these stunning studs will arrive in one to two days.
Tin of treats
Does the mom in your life have a sweet tooth? Treat her to a selection of delicious baked goods. This sampler gives you a taste of iconic desserts made famous by Milk Bar. Nibble on a truffle, take a bite of a cookie and enjoy a slice of pie. The best part? Milk Bar goodies are available in major cities across the country for on demand delivery in 30 minutes or less!
Family adventure book
You’ve heard of the adventure challenge for couples right? Well get ready because now there’s an option for families too! The perfect last minute gift for Mother’s Day, this book contains 50 scratch-off challenges that promote family fun and bonding. Just remember to bring a camera along to capture all of your adventures.
Personalized keepsake book
Reconnect with Mom and discover new family stories with Storyworth. Each week, she’ll receive a question and be invited to share her family history via email. At the end of one year, the stories will be gathered in a hardback keepsake book that your family will treasure forever. Who says last minute Mother's Day gifts can’t be special?
Perfume subscription
Looking for luxury last minute Mother’s Day gift ideas? Try Scentbird. The monthly perfume subscription box lets her create a scent profile and choose from a curated selection of designer and niche fragrances. Each month she’ll receive a bottle that holds roughly 120 sprays of perfume.
Coffee subscription
An Atlas Coffee Club subscription is the virtual Mother’s Day gift for moms who can’t live without their daily caffeine kick. Atlas curates the best coffee from around the world, supporting ethical and sustainable farming practices. With the starter pack, each month she’ll receive 12-ounces of freshly roasted coffee alongside flavor notes, brewing tips and postcards from each country of origin. Bonus: Use code THEBUMP50 to get 50 percent off subscriptions and $10 off gifts.
Flower subscription
Go the extra mile this Mother’s Day and treat her to a flower subscription from UrbanStems. Choose your preferred style and cadence, and each month Mom will receive a beautiful bouquet of fresh-cut flowers. It’s a digital Mother’s Day gift that keeps on giving. Bonus: Take 15 percent off dried and fresh arrangements with code THEBUMP15 (excluding subscriptions).
Audiobook subscription
Is the lady in your life a real bookworm? If so, she’ll be delighted to receive an Audible gift membership. With thousands of audiobooks, podcasts, documentaries and more to choose from, this is one of the best digital gifts for moms who like to stay informed.
Tea subscription
If she's a tea drinker treat her to a digital gift card from Sips By. The one-off subscription lets her build a unique taste profile and pick four premium blends from the world's best tea brands. The tea collection will be delivered to her door in a pretty cardboard gift box.
eGift card
Last up on our list of the best virtual Mother's Day gifts is an Amazon gift card. This is a practical Mother’s Day e-gift that she can put towards something on her wishlist. And, with the ability to put however much money you’d like onto the card, this can be an affordable option too.
Celebrity shout-out
Wondering what to buy the woman who has everything this Mother’s Day? Introducing Cameo, the online service that lets you commission personalized celebrity messages. Request a video call-out from Mom’s favorite celeb and she’ll be jumping for joy.
Wine club subscription
Here’s a sophisticated online Mother’s Day gift: A Winc wine club subscription. Mom can select her preferred flavor profile and enjoy a curated selection of wines delivered to her each month.
Online astrology class
Stargazers will appreciate this cool virtual Mother’s Day gift, courtesy of Uncommon Experiences. During an hour-long class with expert astrologer Emily Klintworth, Mom’s personal zodiac forecast for the next year will be revealed.
Online date night idea
If you’re looking for a last minute Mother’s Day gift for your partner give Datebox Club a whirl. A great way to keep your relationship fresh, the digital dates land in your email on the 1st of every month. Every printable date night has a short instruction page, an easy to follow recipe, an activity and a fun connection exercise. How romantic!
Virtual chocolate and coffee tasting
Experience the finer things in life with this last minute Mother’s Day gift. Hosted by industry experts, the online tasting session is focused on the world’s greatest combo: chocolate and coffee. Ahead of the virtual event she’ll receive three bars of single-origin dark chocolate, three hand-selected coffees, sampling cups, a flavor wheel and more.
Personalized video montage
The best virtual Mother's Day gifts will make you feel closer to faraway loved ones. Introducing Tribute, the online platform that creates collaborative video montages. Creating a video is super-easy: Invite family to record using helpful prompts, compile the videos and share. Warning: This sentimental present may make Mom shed a tear or two!
Fashion subscription
Is Mom a style queen? If so, she’ll be over the moon with an e-gift card from Stitch Fix. After she takes the online style quiz, a box of stylist-curated clothing will be delivered to her house. Send a gift card by email with a custom message for a personalized touch.
Meditation app for pregnancy and postpartum
Shopping for a new or expectant mom? Expectful is a meditation app designed for parents. With specialized programs for every stage of pregnancy and parenting, this is one of the best virtual Mother’s Day gifts out there.
Virtual journal
As the old parenting adage goes: The days are long but the years are short. Help her preserve precious memories with her kids in real time with a gift subscription to Qeepsake. The digital journal sends daily prompts, which can be responded to via text with a written diary entry or photo. All of the entries are collated and you can even order printed albums to hold your memories in a real photo book. Bonus: Use code BUMPGIFT20 to get 20 percent off subscriptions given as gifts!
About the writer:
Martina Garvey is an editor at The Bump, where she writes and edits e-commerce content for pregnancy, postpartum and parenting. Over an eight-year career in educational publishing and digital media, Martina has developed a keen eye for detail and robust reporting skills. As a staff member on The Bump for over three years, she leverages an in-depth knowledge of must-have baby gear and postpartum essentials alongside a passion for the latest trends to create informative content parents can trust.
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