Mother's Day: Last-minute but thoughtful gift ideas to show your mom love

Here are 10 last-minute but thoughtful gifts for Mother's Day - The last one has no time boundation. 

Published on: May 09, 2025 6:28 PM IST

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Succulents make for a tiny but thoughtful gift as they are low maintenance and double as a desk or shelf decor. Chose a cute planter that will add a charm to your mother's workspace 

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Show your creative side with handmade matching bracelets you and your mother can wear. Anything DIY makes for a heartfelt gift

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You can never go wrong with flowers on Mother's Day. Go classic with a bouquet or add a rustic touch with a basket. Tip: Choosing your mom's favourite flowers is a bonus!

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Pendants may or may not be last-minute, depending on when you get a chance to buy them. But you can definitely make it a meaningful gift by choosing crystals or your mother's birthstone. Tip: Amethyst is a popular crystal believed to have spiritual healing properties

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If you still have a day left before Mother's Day, you can grab a journal and write down something for your mom. It can be your best memories with her or things you feel for her, but don't often say. 

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Mothers are the sweetest! Gift her a box of decadent doughnuts or any dessert she likes to celebrate her day.

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Who doesn't like good fragrances? A scented candle with vanilla, caramel, or woody notes will be a hit with your mother. There are plenty of options to choose from.

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You can make this Mother's Day special for your mom by making her a charcuterie board filled with her favourite delicacies

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If your mother is a tea connoisseur, then think no further than her favourite tea. A box of different tea bag varieties, from Earl Grey to chamomile and more, would be the perfect choice. 

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The most thoughtful gift you can give your mother is spending time and being there for her. So even if you don't get a chance to get a material item, you can celebrate her day by simply talking to her or doing her favourite activity together.