Millennials aren't just regular moms, they're cool moms, and they deserve "cool mom" Mother's Day gifts. Some love glitter, others love fitness. All really, really love their kids — maybe as much as avocado toast (just kidding, maybe). And they know how to have fun while doing this whole parenting thing. While the holiday may be Hallmark-y to some folks, it's an opportunity to treat the mamas in your life like the fun-loving, sushi-eating, bath-bomb, self-care having goddesses they are. OK, so these may be a bunch of stereotypes, but you get the picture.
Millennial moms work super hard and, somehow, are still the most amazing parents they can be. To make sure they are showered with the best Mother's Day tokens of appreciation, we rounded up some of the coolest gifts. Because their interests can vary, we took care in trying to hit upon as many one of their loves as we could. From the mom who follows only the best Instagram accounts — from fitness to foodies — to the ones who need their morning (or afternoon, or/and night coffee or wine), we have you covered. Even the moms who just love a good piece of jewelry, Disney-themed anything, or Game of Thrones, winter, er, Mother's Day is coming, friends.
This group may be misrepresented in the media, but we think these gifts will bring out the best in them. Or at least make them happier than an avocado toast. (Sorry, that joke will never get old.)
'Makeup or Snacks' Bag
Might be makeup, might literally be snacks. Who knows! But the mom who gets this will definitely appreciate the versatility (and humor).
Makeup Bag ($10, LittleWingsDesignCo/Etsy)
Tough as a Mother Tank
Whether the recipient of this tank will work out at an actual gym or simply chase around kiddos, it will make her feel easy, breezy, and beautiful. And by that we mean, it'll keep her cool and cool-looking — and feeling empowered — while doing any of the above.
Tough as a Mother Tank Top ($19, Etsy)
Mom Fake Bible Verse Mug
Millennials love quotes, and what better quote to have on a mug is one totally made up, but relevant. It's funny, it's' true, and it holds coffee. Sounds like a win to us.
Mom Quote Mug ($13, 3CStylesandPrints/Etsy)
Mini Succulent Assortment
Sometimes, a mom just needs to take care of something that doesn't cause her to lose sleep. Obviously, caring for herself is top of the list, but nursing precious succulents is a close second. Don't fret, these tiny plants require little effort (but we won't tell).
Succulent Assortment (The Sill, $24)
Hoop Earrings
Hoop earrings are back, baby. She might not be able to wear these gorgeous suckers around grabby toddlers, but for date night or brunch with the girls? They're a shoo-in. They come in vintage yellow gold, a light silver color, or rose gold (a millennial fave).
Hoop Earrings ($18, Madewell)
Alex & Ani Charm 'Mom' Bracelet
If you want to up the jewelry game this Mother's Day, the "Mom" Alex & Ani charm is the way to go. It comes in silver finish and features the word "mom" on the front and says, "Bonded by love, connected for life" on the back. Seriously, is a millennial still a millennial without one of these?
Mom Charm Bangle ($29, Alex & Ani)
'Harry Potter' Door Mat
Speaking of things lots of millennials love, this Harry Potter doormat will put a spell on the muggle moms out there. Plus, she may appreciate making sure the magic is passed on to her kiddos or guests every time they walk through the front door.
Harry Potter Mat ($40, Etchlabs/Etsy)
Triple Name Necklace
Personalization is all the rage these days and this necklace does it beautifully. Order the child or children's names to be featured on the necklace, and watch as mom (hopefully) turns into a puddle of happy tears. She'll wear their names proudly wherever she goes.
Dainty Triple Name Necklace (from $31, CaitlynMinimalist/Etsy)
'Mama Bear' Glitter Phone Case
Glitter phone cases are the best way to a super feminine mom's heart, especially when it shows off her title: "Mama Bear." She'll carry it wherever she goes and protect her precious phone from slippery fingers in the process.
Mama Bear Glitter Phone Case ($20, FromNowUntilForever/Etsy)
Leggings
Give the gift of soft, classic leggings for Mother's Day. The mama who loves to stretch or work out will also be able to relax or run errands comfortably in these Athleta leggings, too. They're soft, but structured. Can it get better than that?
Athleta Leggings ($89, Athleta)
'Hamilton' Throw Pillow
This Hamilton throw pillow is perfect for the theatrical mama who may or may not also have a long to-do list. Just like Hamilton, there's a million things she hasn't done, but just wait.
Hamilton Throw Pillow ($25, 4EverYoungDesigns1/Etsy)
'Taco Queen' T-Shirt
If she's a queen, the world should know about it — even if it's the Queen of Tacos. This tee is great for the foodie taco lover who also likes to stay comfy.
Taco Queen T-Shirt (from $23, TacoShapedHeart/Etsy)
'Sleepy' Body Lotion
Help mom get her must-needed sleep. The Sleepy body lotion from Lush is perfect for calming the senses before bedtime.
Sleepy Lush Body Lotion ($18, Lush)
Tie-Dye Scrunchies
Having kids is a tie-one's-hair-up kind of job. Gift her scrunchies to make things somewhat easier. These silk tie-dye scrunchies come in a pack of three and are cute and functional, just like her! Also a throwback to a time she knows well: the '90s.
Scrunchies (from $40, Blissy)
'Drops the F-Bomb' Travel Mug
Listen, millennial moms are as real as they come. That includes telling it like it is. With this travel mug, she'll be able to show off who she is, and make sure to get her coffee fix at the same time. If she drops the F-bomb, this is the mug for her.
Drops the F-Bomb Mug ($21, MayaLynsCreations/Etsy)
Cheese Board
$78
from
Anthropologie
Everyone loves cheese (even people who are lactose intolerant like cheese!) And millennials really like it, too. That's why this colorful and stylish cheese plate is a great gift for the mama who wants to host some friends for wine and cheese or make a charcuterie plate just for herself.
Beer Drop Membership
Millennials love their spiked seltzer, but they like beer, too. Especially craft beer. Send mama her very own pack of craft beer each month with a subscription beer membership to Beer Drop. It comes with a variety of brews she'll love.
Fresh Pair of Kicks
Millennials love their sneakers. For the mama who could use a fresh pair of kicks, we recommend using GOAT to help find her perfect pair at a decent price. The platform has different brands and styles of shoes that can be bought used or brand new.
Brooklinen Silk Pillowcase
$59
from
Brooklinen
Makeup is big among both Gen Y and Gen Z, but trends are leaning more toward skin care these days and millennial moms in particular love finding ways to keep their skin healthy and glowing. Using a silk pillowcase like this one is a way to to do while not doing anything at all, but sleep.
Warby Parker Sunglasses
$95
from
Warby Parker
Summer is almost here, and getting a new pair of sunglasses is a great way to kick off the season this Mother's Day. Warby Parker sells glasses and sunglasses that can be made with or without a prescription and shipped to mom's house.
Nest Ocean Mist & Sea Salt Classic Candle
Some moms just love the sea. Combine that with a millennial mom's love of chic candles, and what we get is this Nest candle. It comes in a super cute white container and has the "essence of a gentle ocean mist combined with hints of sea salt, white tea, and coconut."
Crystal Stone Set
$38
from
The Moon Deck
Some millennials get their spiritual fix through astrology and crystals, which makes this crystal stone set a lovely and useful gift for her. This particular pouch comes with crystals that manifest and protect (quartz, citrine, pyrite, and onyx). She can use them to meditate.
Side Parts & Skinny Jeans T-Shirt
Gen Z and the TikTok generation has tried to make the millennial style of skinny jeans and side parts uncool, but we shall never bow down to this blasphemy. For the mama who is proud of her millennialness, getting her this T-shirt that says "Side Parts & Skinny Jeans" is sure to make her smile.
Disney Planning Glass
It's no secret that millennials absolutely love everything to do with fixtures from our childhood, like Harry Potter and Disney. This wine glass that says "This is my Disney planning glass" will make planning family Disney trips much more exciting for her.
Electric Corkscrew Wine Bottle Opener
Speaking of wine glasses, millennials love their wine and the easiest way into a mama's heart of any age is by making sure she can get her special drink as accessible as possible. That's where this electric corkscrew wine bottle opener comes in. She can open a bottle in seconds when it's "her-time."
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