Even though this is the season of holiday joy and sweetness, let's keep it real for a minute: it is still really hard to be a mom (and a wife and an employee or a boss). Although we love our kids (duh!) we also LOVE the friends and family members who let us be our messiest selves. The people who make us laugh, who send the inappropriate (but hilarious) memes, and the ones who are just as sarcastic as we are? Those people are worth their weight in gold!
This year, we're all about finding the perfect funny, snarky, or even borderline inappropriate or NSFW gifts to let our most sarcastic friends know how much we care. Some folks might like a sappy card or flowers, but this is the gift round-up for people who want something that will make them laugh and reflects that they aren't trying to pretend that life is one big "Live, laugh, love" fest. And because we know the holidays are expensive, most of these gifts are $25 or less, perfect for when we want to show some friend love but not blow the gift budget.
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2 Broke Ass Leftovers Container Set
$17.95
from
GetBullish
Being a mom is expensive these days, right? This set of silicone food containers is perfect for the friend or coworker who is also trying to save some money by riding the leftovers train to work lunch every day. Will having a lunch box that says "I'm a slut for leftovers" make last night's tuna casserole taste better? Maybe.
Last Nerve Candle
$14
from
Feelingthings/Etsy
This is the perfect little gift for the friend who isn't afraid to admit that sometimes her kids make her want to lose her mind. This one comes in a white sage and lavender scent that might be calming. It probably can't totally counteract the shenanigans of the average 4-year-old, but it couldn't hurt.
Fowl Language Puzzle
$20
from
Uncommon Goods
Doing puzzles is a fairly tame and relaxing activity, perfect for stress relief. Add a little humor to the mix with this 1000-piece puzzle featuring birds with some ever-so-slightly inappropriate names.
Feminist AF Cross Stitch Kit
$9
from
The Goodie Girl Shoppe
When the political news is making us feel a little stabby, one healthy way to channel that feminist rage is to grab a needle and get to stitching. This is a great gift for a friend who shares our politics and our desire to make crafts that don't look cheesy.
Nars Orgasm Blush
We might not be able to help her find Mr. or Ms. Right on the apps, but here is a gift that is perfect for a friend whose sex life might be in a bit of a slump. At least her cheeks can look like she’s getting some with this iconic blush in the color “orgasm.”
Santa's Favorite Ho Sweatshirt
$45
from
Kokolokogifts/Etsy
Got a friend who is going through a post-divorce hook-up phase (this is totally a thing) and has a sense of humor about it? This is the perfect cheeky holiday sweatshirt for her. It's available in a variety of sizes and colors, ideal for any naughty elf.
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Meetings That Could Have Been Emails Notebook
$17.99
from
WTF Notebooks
There is nothing better than having a work bestie who is just as annoyed by unnecessary meetings as we are. This notebook, available in a variety of sizes and colors, also becomes a fun option for a white elephant or office secret Santa gift exchange.
Tits the Season Christmas Print
$17.99
from
JoceCova/Etsy
We're planning to send this slightly NSFW print to our friends who are deep in the weeds of breastfeeding life and whose lives are revolving around the boob at the moment. We love how diverse and body positive all these examples of the season are!
Adulting Merit Badge Mug
$15
from
Uncommon Goods
Some years just require WAY TOO MUCH adulting, right? Give this adulting merit badge mug (and maybe a bottle of an adult beverage to put in it) to a friend who has had to do too much adulting this year and deserves to be celebrated for it.
Prose Over Bros Gym Socks
$12
from
Out of Print
These cotton blend socks are the perfect cozy gift for the friend who we can turn to when we want to either complain about our husbands OR share suggestions for the awesome new book we just read!
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Sorry I'm Late I Would Prefer Not To Be Here Sweatshirt
$39.99
from
Get Bullish
In our dreams, we'd be bold enough to get this sweatshirt (available in sizes S to 5X and four colors) to wear with our PTA bestie to the next fundraising meeting we really don't want to attend. We might not be brave enough for that, but we kind of want the sweatshirt anyway!
Cute Guys! Coloring Book
Making coloring time with the kids or doodling during yet another Zoom meeting a bit more interesting for a friend by sending her (or him) this cheeky coloring book. Add a nice step of coloring pencils so they can make their own eye candy in whatever shades they like.
My A-Game Is Adequate 2024 12-Months Classic Wall Calendar
$20
from
LifeOfTheKind/Etsy
There are people who genuinely enjoy a good "Live, laugh, love" sign. Then there are people whose eyes roll immediately at the idea of anything with a cutesy saying. This is the 2024 calendar for that second group of people. We love a new sarcastic saying for every month.
Adulting Trophy
Making dentist appointments, packing 1,000 school lunches, keeping the laundry from overtaking the whole house … there are a lot of thankless tasks in life and very little recognition for them. Give a friend this trophy to celebrate being a functional adult this year.
The Ultimate Serial Killer Trivia Book
The holidays are the perfect time to curl up and get cozy with a good book. For our true crime-loving friends with a dark sense of humor, why not make that good book one that is a collection of facts and trivia about the most notorious serial killers? We all celebrate the holidays in our own way.
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