24 thoughtful last-minute Mother’s Day gifts guaranteed to arrive on time
Amina Khan, Reviewed
12 min read
Mother's Day gifts can be hard to shop for, but if you're still look, don't worry—we've rounded up the best last-minute Mother's Day presents for every type of mom that yes, will still arrive on time.
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Alert: Mother's Day 2022 is one week away (yes, it's on quickly approaching (it's Sunday, May 8!), time is running out to get that perfect present. There's no need to panic, though: You've still got plenty of time for a great gift with quick delivery or no shipping required, and we've got you covered with a list of thoughtful presents to make your life easier.
Whether your favorite mother figure is a fashionista, loves to cook or cherishes her morning cup of coffee, there's something here for every kind of mom—and yes, it'll get there on time to make her smile.
With Prime delivery, this sweet necklace helps to celebrate your giftee’s new title: Mama! The delicate design features hanging letters that spell out Mama and is available in gold, silver or rose gold finishes to match their style. The necklace is hypoallergenic and suitable for sensitive skin, and not only does the new mom get a new piece of jewelry, the brand donates to charity with each item sold, so it’s a purchase that makes a difference to someone in need.
2. For the mom who really loves wine: Own a Napa Vineyard
Mother's Day Gifts: Own a Napa Valley Vineyard with Groupon
Is your mom curious about wine? She can tend to her own vineyard with this Groupon online gift. The one-year package allows your mom to take care of her vines, attend annual parties, mingle with other owners, and learn to harvest grapes. While she's away from her vineyard, she can still maintain access to it with a live webcam view and watch her grapes grow into fruition.
3. For the mom who loves a clean house: iRobot Vacuum
Mother's Day Gifts: iRobot Vacuum
Give mom the gift of a cleaner house without her getting her hands dirty. This self-emptying robot vacuum makes cleaning a breeze. Your mom can run errands or simply relax on the couch as the vacuum sucks up every crumb in her home. It also allows you to clean by room, any time you want on a set schedule. The Roomba adjusts to different floor textures, allowing it to reach more coverage around your home without you ever having to lift a finger.
Whether mom likes to braise meats and veggies or simmer hearty soups and pastas in the kitchen, this iconic cooking accessory is a great gift to help her do it. We highly recommend Staub's Dutch ovens, even naming the 5.5-round cocotte as our top pick, so we have no doubt this cast-iron beauty would perform up to the high standards we've all come to expect from Staub, and hey, it'll look great doing it, too.
5. For the mom with good taste in wine: Belle Glos Wine
Mother's Day Gifts: Bella Gos wine
With next-day shipping available, sift through different wines on Wine.com to find the perfect bottle for your mom. The California-based Belle Glos wines have a diverse selection with ratings included so you can choose the absolute best. It might be hard for you to decide between a bright, balanced Pinot Noir or a dry rosé with aromas of honeysuckle and Asian pear, so it may be wise to treat your mom to more than one bottle.
6. For the mom who needs a morning pick-me-up: Nespresso VertuoPlus
Mother's Day Gifts: Nespresso
For many moms, self-care starts first thing in the morning with the help of a little, or a lot, of coffee. Say bye-bye to the barista and hello to the Nespresso VertuoPlus to make the perfect, frothy cup of coffee that can only be described (by me) as "heaven in a mug". This versatile machine that ships within two days because of Prime delivery, topped our list of best single-serve coffee makers. It also comes with a starter set of capsules in a variety of flavors (my personal favorites are Vanilla Custard Pie and Melozio), and if your mom needs an extra caffeine kick, it also makes single and double espresso.
7. For the mom who needs earbuds: Apple AirPods Pro
Mother's Day Gifts: Apple AirPods Pro
Of all the gifts you could give Mom this Mother’s Day, AirPods are sure to be at the top of her list. This gift also ships quickly with Prime delivery. As the best true wireless earbuds we’ve ever used and *the* sellout gift of 2019 holiday season, these AirPods are in a class all their own. You’re guaranteed to knock it out of the park with something she’s been secretly coveting—and save in the process.
8. For the mom with a sweet tooth: Baked by Melissa cupcakes
Mother's Day Gift: Baked by Melissa
Sometimes the best gifts are the ones your can eat. As long as you order a few days before Mother's Day, these mini cupcakes from Baked by Melissa make an amazing and delicious edible gift. We tried these bite-sized treats and were immediately obsessed. They're easy to eat and come in a variety of tasty flavors, like chocolate chip cookie dough, caramel apple pie, triple chocolate fudge and mint chocolate chip. The company even sells gluten-free and vegan options, so moms with dietary restrictions will love them, too.
9. For the mom who deserves the best: A KitchenAid mixer
Mother's Day Gifts: KitchenAid mixer
For many budding bakers, a KitchenAid mixer is the holy grail. It’s not cheap, and buying one means you’re committed to mastering your cooking craft. This Mother’s Day, get quick shipping with Prime delivery and treat your mama to one of the finest stand mixers money can buy. Fans rave about KitchenAid’s 4.5 quart mixer, which has a bowl that can hold enough dough to make two loaves of bread. It’s got 10 speeds and comes with a wire whisk, flat beater and dough hook.
10. For the mom who loves learning new hobbies: An All-Access Pass to MasterClass
Mother's Day Gifts: MasterClass
Does your mom always say she doesn't want new stuff? Try giving her an exclusively online gift with an All-Access Pass to MasterClass to learn some new skills. She can take classes from celebrity experts on things like pastry making with Dominique Ansel, makeup with Bobbi Brown or photography with Annie Leibovitz. Our editor-in-chief has used MasterClass and says the classes are super interesting and self-paced, so no worries, Mom will be able to learn on her own time.
11. For the mom who likes to jam out: Jabra Elite 85t True Wireless Earbuds
Mother's Day Gift: Jabra Elite EarPods
Whether Mom prefers podcasts or her perfectly curated playlists, she deserves the best when listening. While Apple AirPods may win in popularity, after testing various wireless earbuds, we found that the Jabra Elite 85t earbuds are the best. (Yes, better than Apple AirPods.) And, these ship quickly with Prime delivery! Aside from offering smooth and balanced sound and impressive active noise cancellation (ANC), they have a number of additional features like voice assistant. Fair warning, she'll be tuning you out the second she puts them on.
12. For the makeup maven: DeWeisn Tri-Fold Lighted Mirror
Mother's Day Gift: Deweisn Tri-fold mirror
If your mom loves wearing makeup, she'll love putting it on in front of this mirror. The Deweisn Lighted Makeup Mirror is our favorite affordable makeup mirror because it provides perfect views (and multiple magnification) and lighting for optimal makeup application. It's not too expensive, but she'll absolutely adore this unique gift.
13. For the zen mom: Airomé Serenity Medium Diffuser
Mother's Day Gifts: Airomé diffuser
Give Mom a whiff of relaxation with scents like lavender and eucalyptus all day long through her essential oil diffuser. This one from Airomé is both pretty and portable, and we found that it could run for eight hours in our testing. That's why we named it the best essential oil diffuser. You won't have to stress about delays while this item ships quickly with Prime delivery, and your mom definitely won't be stressing with the aromatic presence of this diffuser.
14. For the mom who needs a little extra help: Echo Dot
Mother's Day Gifts: Amazon echo dot
Does your mom always text you asking about the weather or other random questions she could probably look up herself? If yes, you should get her a personal assistant—AKA an Echo Dot. This entry-level smart speaker will answer all her questions and can play her favorite jams and set reminders for her busy day. After testing it, we found that the 4th generation Dot has been packed with improved sound and aesthetics that she'll love.
Between attending sports games, picking up kids from playdates and running errands, it's impressive that Mom still has time to make dinner. You can streamline her process with the Instant Pot Ultra, which ships quickly on Amazon with Prime delivery. It's the best pressure cooker we've ever tested and can make a meal in just 20 minutes, which will give her more time to relax. Plus, you'll benefit from her delicious Instant Pot recipes.
16. For the mom who who loves tea: Sips by subscription
Mother's Day Gifts: Sips by
If your mom is a tea lover, a monthly tea subscription is the way to go for Mother's Day. With the Sips by subscription, she'll receive four different teas per box—about 15 cups of tea—along with detailed flavor descriptions and instructions on how to brew them. Here at Reviewed, we tested it and are certain it makes a great gift to warm Mom's mugs month after month.
Whether she loves true crime or steamy romance novels, moms who love to read will appreciate a Kindle. She'll have access to thousands of titles at her fingertips—even when she's traveling—The Kindle Paperwhite is the best Kindle we've ever tested because it's waterproof, has a ton of storage and doesn't strain your eyes thanks to the e-ink.
With this calligraphy set that includes four pens, your mom can be on her way to become a masterful artist. It includes an introduction and exercise booklet to help guide your mom on how to learn calligraphy. There are several colors and different tip styles so she has the freedom to get creative! This gift will ship quickly with Prime delivery.
19. For the eco-friendly mom: EPICA Stainless Steel Compost Bin
This one-gallon compost bin can hold several days worth of compost from everyday cooking. Due to the stainless steel, it resists any kind of rusting. The activated charcoal filter ensures that there will be no smell coming from the bin, allowing your mom to keep it casually on the kitchen counter.
20. For the iced coffee lover: Takeya Cold Brew Coffee Maker
Mother's Day Gift: Takeya cold brew coffee maker
Does your mom sip iced coffee all year round even when the temperature dips below 0? If so, you can support her habit with her very own cold brew coffee maker. This one from Takeya is the best cold brew coffee maker we've ever tested. It's intuitive to use, easy to clean (just toss it in the dishwasher) and makes a delicious cup time after time.
21. For the mom on her feet all day: Ivation foot spa massager
Mother's Day Gift: Ivation foot spa massager
Moms spend a lot of time on their feet—like, a lot. Whether chasing down a toddler or running endless household errands (and maybe a trip or two wandering down the lanes at Target, at the end of the day, Mom's feet will be tired. This is why the Ivation Foot Spa massager is a highly recommended self-care gift for Mom, and it is also good for the sole. This baby is fully loaded with features like water jets, adjustable heat and massage rollers which is no wonder why it also proved to be the best overall foot massager we tested.
22. For the mom who loves new recipes: A Home Chef gift card
Mother's Day Gifts: Home Chef
With this online present, if Mom would like to shake things up in the kitchen, the gift of a meal kit subscription will be greatly appreciated. Our favorite meal kit food delivery service is Home Chef. Aside from the high-quality ingredients, it also has tons of user-friendly recipes that are easy to follow, no fancy cooking skills required.
23. For the jet-setting cat mom: Lollimeow Pet Carrier Backpack
Mother's Day Gift: Lollimeow cat backpack
If there is anything that’s going to make your cat mom the center of attention, it’s going to be this fun pet carrier. The large clear bubble on the backpack showcases the cat while also offering comfort. The carrier expands to fit cats up to 13 pounds, has nine ventilation holes and even has room to hold some snacks for travel. Affordably priced, this would be the perfect gift for the jet-setting cat mom who won’t leave home without her fur baby.
24. For the dog mom who loves to bake: Dash Dog Treat Maker
Mother's Day Gift: Dash Dog treat maker
For the dog mom who loves to bake, the Dash Dog Treat Maker is the perfect addition to her kitchen. It’s designed like a miniature waffle maker and makes eight, bone-shaped treats in a matter of minutes. The appliance heats up quickly, is easy to clean and comes with several recipes for her pup to sample.