speaking on behalf of a A mom myself, I know the best gift you can give your mom is You. Vaccines, effective N95 masks, and at-home Covid-19 tests are now widely available, so traveling to see your parents and loved ones in person is possible (although flying is more painful than ever). But if you’d rather not arrive empty-handed, you’d better jump in on that, because Mother’s Day is just around the corner, on May 14. We’ve got a handful of gift recommendations below.
Your mom may be the person in the world who loves you the most, but she probably has a lot of other things going for her, like working out, serving on the boards for non-profits, or hanging out with friends. I’ve consulted other WIRED parents about their favorite choices. These are our best gift ideas for helping moms who work from home, hang on their books, or immerse themselves in the world of games in their spare time. And while you’re at it, check out our many other product guides, like the best gift ideas for new parents, the best podcasts for kids, or the best tablets for kids.
Updated April 2023: We removed the old picks and added new picks, like the Victrola Re-Spin and Dryrobe Advance.
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