20 Gifts That Are Perfect for ‘Tough’ Mothers

From "warrior queen" to "boss lady" to "mother of dragons" and "brave and empowered," there are a gazillion ways to describe strong, confident moms who pull no punches. These are the moms who have maybe been through tough times but survived and come out stronger for it. The moms who are pumped to flaunt their stretch marks like the tiger stripes they are, who are vocal supporters of other moms, who own their personal decisions and ambitious goals. 

They're firebrands, maybe even slightly diva-ish on occasion, revolutionaries even. These are the moms whose tough exteriors paired with their compassionate, huge hearts have absolutely earned them the right to rock the label "badass."

Badass moms may well say they really don't need anything for the holidays, because as long as they've got their little ones, their loved ones, air in their lungs, and a fire in their belly, they're good to go. After all, as passionate, big-picture thinkers, they're more about the gifts in life that aren't material at all. 

Nonetheless, plenty of people — from their besties to their partners, family members and coworkers — understandably want to celebrate these fired-up moms during the holiday season. Thankfully, from the ultimate motivational wall art to empowering books, a functional tool kit to the perfect red lip stain, there are a bevy of cool, not to mention multi-purpose gifts that a badass mom would a.) love and b.) absolutely be able to put to use in her everyday life. 

Here are 20 gifts a badass mom would love.

Badass Morse Code Bracelet

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This distinctive, customizable stacking bracelet spells badass in Morse code. 

Badass Morse Code Bracelet ($9, EmMaLoveCo/Etsy)

Large Vintage Floral Temporary Tattoo

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Treat that seriously cool mom to a stunning large floral temporary tattoo — or, if she prefers the real deal, perhaps a gift card to her favorite tattoo parlor. 

Large Vintage Floral Temporary Tattoo ($8, Tattoorary/Etsy)

'Badass Besties' Mug

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For the badass BFF, this mug is perfection.

Badass Besties Mug ($10, Hallmark)

'You Are a Badass Mama' T-Shirt

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This stylin' tee celebrates the badass mamas on the gift list — and everywhere. 

"You Are a Badass Mama" Tee ($26, MamaBirdAndCo/Etsy)

Badass Bangles

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Whether she prefers silver, gold, or copper, these bangles send an empowering message to a tough mama.

Badass Bangles (from $24, TheSaltyHut/Etsy)

Badass Unicorn Socks

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These socks make a cute stocking stuffer for a badass unicorn mama. 

Badass Unicorn Socks ($14, WineALittleGifts/Etsy)

'The Motto' Wall Art

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This motivating wall art will help any badass mama wake up smiling. 

The Motto Wall Art ($22, NicoleMGoldfarb/Etsy)

'She's Unbreakable' Candle

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Pay tribute to a beloved badass mama with this candle's loving message. Or, choose a custom scent and add a message to the back. 

"She's Unbreakable" Candle (from $17, TheShabbyWick/Etsy)

'Brains, Beauty, & Badass Determination' T-Shirt

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This original art tee honors badass, feminist women who really are the whole package. 

"Brains, Beauty, & Badass Determination" Tee (from $30, Noharanda/Etsy)

Household Tool Kit

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This tool kit may come in handy for all those times the badass mom needs to TCB her own damn self. 

Apollo 161-Piece Household Tool Kit ($66, The Home Depot)

Book Gift Card

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EmilyBooks.com

If the badass mama is a bookworm, let her choose her next great read on Emily Books, a site for transgressive writers of the past, present, and future. 

Emily Books Gift Certificate ($15, Emily Books)

'You Are a Badass Every Day' by Jen Sincero

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Being a badass takes consistent work. The latest in Jen Sincero's best-selling series, due out on December 4, is meant "for anyone who has ever had trouble staying motivated while trailblazing towards badassery." This newest iteration includes 100 exercises, reflections, and cues one can use to immediately realign one's mind and keep that focus unwavering. 

You Are a Badass Every Day by Jen Sincero ($20, Amazon)

Brave, Fearless & Strong Necklace

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This pendant serves a reminder the gift recipient is basically a total warrior queen.

Brave, Fearless, & Strong Necklace ($19, OnwardKindness/Etsy)

Boss Lady Journal

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For the badass mama who loves making lists, taking notes, journaling, and putting pen to paper because she's in charge, this journal is a smart bet.

Boss Lady Journal ($14, Wedding Favorites)

'Bad Girls Throughout History' by Ann Shen

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In one way or another, badass mamas may see themselves as striking out against societal norms, just like these famous "bad girls" who challenged the status quo and changed the rules for all who followed.

Bad Girls Throughout History by Ann Shen ($20, Barnes & Noble)

Tiny Lightning Bolt Necklace

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Celebrate a badass mom's fearlessness with this lightning bold pendant.

Tiny Lightning Bolt Necklace ($22, WildflowerAndCompany/Etsy)

'Anything Is Possible' Cross Stitch Pattern

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The iconic quote "Anything's possible if you've got enough nerve" was spoken by badass Ginny Weasley in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Gift the badass mama with this pretty, motivating DIY cross-stitch pattern. 

"Anything Is Possible" Cross-Stitch PDF Pattern ($5, FandomCrossStitchery/Etsy)

'Still I Rise' Scarf

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This empowering scarf is screen-printed by hand with the renowned poet Maya Angelou's entire poem, "Still I Rise," which includes the lines: "Leaving behind nights of terror and fear / I rise / Into a daybreak that's wondrously clear / I rise."

Maya Angelou "Still I Rise" Scarf ($48, Uncommon Goods)

Kick Ass Coffee

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Some days, badassery needs to be fueled by dark roast coffee. This one does the trick.

Kicking Horse Kick-Ass Coffee ($12 for 10 oz., Target)

'My Lip Stain Is Sealed' Set

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For the badass mom who loves to rock a red lip but does not have time for constantly reapplying a lipstick, this cool-as-it-is-cute set is an on-point choice. 

Sephora Collection "My Lip Stain Is Sealed" Set ($18, Sephora)