Best Gifts for Moms 2023: Holiday Gift Guide

Best Gifts for Mom 2023-Holiday Gift Guide

Moms are the best and deserve so much- all parents do. But moms, stepmothers, aunties, and anyone who steps up as a mother figure daily with not even a thank you (tweens and teens, we might be looking at you) deserve something lovely for the holidays.

And while the holidays are about being grateful, they are also about cherishing someone and, if your budget allows, gifting her with a little (or luxe) something. But not all moms are the same which is why we have something for the mom who likes to cover up in a little cashmere, a mom who adores writing her thoughts down , warm socks and more.

Here are 8 Gifts we feel are worth giving this holiday season.

Who doesn’t love planners? Sure, the notes app is tremendous, but putting pen to paper can help one to feel organized (which is not easy), or writing down notes or jaunting down some goals you don’t want to forget can help a tired mom to feel hopeful. Like not all is lost, moms can dream, make plans, and be nudged by a planner like this to take some time, like writing down Big Ideas for a Breakfast Cereal or Awkward Things that Happen Today and more. Brassmonkey.com.

Vince Wool and Cashmere Double Face Cape

The thing about gifts for moms is that what should be given are the sort of gifts they may want but may not buy for themselves. This wool and cashmere cape will keep warmth but is also pretty darn stylish and can be worn on those brisk morning drop-offs or added in place of a heavy coat. Best part? Can be hand washed so no dry-cleaning drop-offs or high upkeep costs. $295, vince.com.

FAMARINE Waterdrop Gold Earrings

If looking for some fun jewels for yourself or mom give the gift of the 90s with these retro chunky teardrop earrings. While they look pretty heavy, they are surprisingly lightweight, and the best part is they are très chic. $10, amazon.com.

Nutritive Holiday Gift Set

Shampoo for mom, um, yes, please! Give the gift of beauty care with this hydrating gift set of products geared for dry hair that hydrates. You are giving mom self-care in the bottle (s) with this luxe set by Kerastase, and if anyone reads this, feel free to tell me my hair needs help by giving this to me. I’m one hundred percent okay with this, and so will your mom. $94, kerastase.com.

Crescent Handbag for Women

Gift mom this sweet crescent-shaped metallic bag that she can use when she wants to give her to-go bag a breather or is looking for something that pops her everyday wardrobe or simply she wants to show the other moms how she does the playground (with style, my friend, with style.) $12, oldnavy.com.

Checkerboard Knit Socks Slippers

In the spirit of self-care for mom, these fleece-lined (read: super cozy) sock slippers have a non-slip microfiber sole so mom can feel plushness, and warmth right at her feet whether she is getting some R&R on the couch or running around the house.$55, verloop.

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Old Navy Velvet Blazer

Velvet is a huge trend this season, and this soft single button makes a perfect piece for mom to add to her wardrobe. And don’t be fooled by the fashion crew -this fabric can be worn year-round, paired with jeans or an LBD any time of the year. XS-4X, $30, oldnavy.com.

Wavvy scentless salts + oats

A gift that entails warm to hot water and soaking in a tub to nourish tired skin is always a win. This made-for-sensitive skin oat bath soak is a great stocking stuffer or solo gift for mom for the holidays or any time of the year. $33, droozandcompany.com.

Athletic Association of Yorkville Youths

Serving the families and children of NYC for over 50 years with high-quality recreational activities that foster life-lessons which empower young people to succeed beyond sports. Our programs encourage positive attitudes and growth through teamwork and sportsmanship, attendance, fair play, respect, hard work, integrity and fun. Your child can participate in clinics and leagues in such sports as baseball, basketball, flag-football, lacrosse, soccer, hockey, wrestling, track, and tennis. We also offer weekly dodgeball tournaments, drama and musical theater workshops, and after school programs.

Broadway Dance Center Children and Teens

With more than 35 years of experience, Broadway Dance Center Children &amp; Teens provides young movers ages 3-18 with exceptional training. BDC delivers the finest all-around dance experience for students by offering a wide variety of styles and levels, performance opportunities, and the highest caliber dance instruction that only New York City and BDC Children &amp; Teens can provide. This studio is so much more than a training course for young dancers; it is a diverse, family-friendly community for budding creatives. It has an exemplary faculty who follow the vision to not only develop a dancer&rsquo;s love and ability in dance, but to do so in a nurturing and supportive way.

Speakitaly NYC

SPEAKITALY NYC offers stimulating and entertaining lessons for children 0 to 16 years through a wide combination of activities based on the communicative approach anchored in the Common European Framework of Reference: active learning (group work, role plays, etc.) and practice exercises aimed to improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Kids will start speaking and using Italian in a very natural way.&nbsp; Small classes capped at 6 students to make sure each one gets the needed attention and facilitate learners' progress.&nbsp; Our method is driven by a didactic method that is the result of constant updates, professional certifications and more than 10 years of experience in working with non-native speakers from different native languages and levels of knowledge. Our aim is to develop a range of Italian language skills while improving accuracy that will enable the students and participants to interact without stress or feeling rushed. We want to help those in the community really embrace not only the true culture in Italy but the Italian culture within New York City&hellip; Who doesn&rsquo;t love what Italy represents in the kitchen, in history &amp; in the arts? Speakitaly wants to support multilingual families who want to learn a new language or pass along their ancestor&rsquo;s heritage and culture. Raffaella, the founder said: "We see language awareness and intercultural sensitivity as the milestones for an inclusive society. Italian, like all other languages, is an enrichment and a growth in every way. Vi aspettiamo!"