One of the many privileges of this job is working with many incredible women and mothers who dedicate so much to their children and families. I adore watching parents interact with their kids during our sessions. Capturing a mom’s love for her kids is just pure magic.

Celebrating motherhood can look different for everyone, but a universal way to show the mom in your life that you care is through a thoughtful gift or experience. It doesn’t have to be a special occasion to show appreciation for the mothers in your life, but when a birthday or holiday does come around, it’s nice to have a few gift ideas on hand.

Regardless of what you decide to get her, there are a few general gift-giving tips that can add a little extra something that will make your present special. Keep these things in mind as you start your search for the new (or seasoned) mom in your life:

Prioritize thoughtful and intentional gifts. Find something that will be meaningful to her.
Look for an item that is practical to her current phase of life. Try something she will genuinely use every day.
Choose something related to her interests and hobbies. Think about things she loves but hasn’t purchased yet.
Pair your gift with a handwritten card or letter. Take time to share why you love and appreciate her.

There are endless gift options out there, so keeping your unique relationship in mind will help you find something that is both practical and meaningful. I’ve compiled a list of a few dreamy ideas for all different kinds of mothers.

GIFTS FOR MOM TO ENJOY

Spa day– Schedule a day at the spa where she can relax doing things like massages, facials, manicures, and pedicures.

Personalized Photo Shoot– Book a Maternity or Newborn session so she can remember the little joys of her current stage of life for years to come.

Custom Photo Calendar– Create a calendar that features different family memories on each month's page.

Motherhood art– Honor the role of motherhood with meaningful artwork that she can display in a place that she will see often.

Bouquet Subscription – Fresh flowers are always a good idea. Gift her a subscription service to get bouquets regularly delivered to her door.

Personalized Jewelry– Find custom pieces that honor each of her kids through things like baby thumbprints, birth flowers, or initials.

GIFTS FOR THE FAMILY, TOO

Quality Family Time– Whether it’s a day trip, weekend getaway, or a local family outing, plan an activity for the whole family to enjoy.

Family Photo Album– Make a custom book that features photos of each family member and find a perfect spot in the house to display it.

Throw blankets– A cozy blanket to snuggle her kids under is the kind of gift moms never get tired of receiving.

Baby keepsake box– Find a specific container to store momentos from each child’s newborn stage. Kids will love sifting through it as they get older!

Family photo session– There is no better present for mom than taking current family photos. It’s a gift that will keep giving for years to come.

More important than the gift you choose is the thought and intention behind it. Ultimately, material possessions don’t last forever, but relationships do. The effort you put into appreciating the mothers in your life will end up being the thing that makes all the difference to her.