If you’re anything like our editor, you might only be craving a few extra hugs and some quality time with your little loved ones this Mother’s Day. No one ever said being a mom is easy (well, I’m sure someone has, but whoever that was, they certainly weren’t a mom), and the job does come with some pretty great perks, but a little recognition for the round-the-clock feeder, clother, picker-upper, and all-around awesome person you are couldn’t hurt.
And we’re not talking about some flowers from the street stand or clearance-priced Easter chocolates from the drug store. If you’re dropping some last-minute gift hints (or, if your targeted gift-buyer is a little less savvy, making a detailed wish list), consider something that will capture the mom you are right now. Keep the memories of this Mother’s Day fresh for each one to come with these just-for-mom gift ideas:
For better or worse, our little ones don’t stay little forever. But you can capture a reminder of your babe’s teeny days with this Custom Footprint Charm from Jenny Gaynor Glass ($52). The pendant is small and simple, and you can add your own delicate chain. The company provides a footprint kit so you can take a stamp of your babe’s tiny toes, which they use to craft a unique glass pendant. Choose from aqua, mint, or pink glass and either sterling silver or 24K gold-fill metal. If your kids’ footprints won’t fit on a teeny charm anymore, the company also offers a Custom Silhouette Charm and other customizable pendants.
We’re also pretty crazy for Jenny Gaynor’s Recycled Bud Memory Vase ($150). Cool factor: It’s made of 99 percent recycled glass. Wow factor: You customize it with your own photos. Send in your precious pics and the company bakes them into the vase. At 6 inches tall, this one holds 15 photos, but there are larger versions if you just can’t narrow it down. To make it even more personal, you can add an inscription on the bottom. For even more ideas for your wish list (come on, you know you deserve it!), check out the gift roundup.
