It happens every year without fail—you belatedly realise that Mother’s Day is quickly approaching, and you have no idea what to get your mum. So, you begin to scour the internet for gift inspiration, but only come across items you’re not sure she will enjoy.
Don’t worry, we’ve been there too. That’s why we put together this list of practical Mother’s Day gifts that are sure to be a hit, and won’t be relegated to a forgotten corner.
1. Modori stainless steel Sodam cookware set ($278.00, U.P. $373.80)
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We’ve already established what a Godsend “nesting” cooking pots like Modori’s are, and if good-ol’ mom is still using her decades-old pots and pans to cook you a delicious weekly dinner, this is the upgrade she’ll love. Modori’s 4-piece Sodam set comprises an 18cm ramen pot, a 22cm deep pot, perfect for stews and soups, a 24cm frying pan for a good stirfry, and a 28cm deep frying pan. Let’s also not forget the stainless steel pot handle that comes with it that allows you to easily attach and remove the handles on any of the pots with a press of a button.
The pots and pans come with premium non-stick coating from Greblong, Germany that is extra durable and free from all nasties.
Shop the Modori stainless steel Sodam set.
2. Osim 3 Automatic Smart Leg Massager ($849, U.P. $1,099)
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We might not all have pockets deep enough to get mom a full-fledged massage chair, but the Osim 3 Automatic Smart Leg Massager is a more affordable option that will still allow mom to rest her tired legs at the end of every day.
Shop the Staub mini heart cocotte here.
3. Philips HD9200 air fryer ($109, U.P $199)
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Air fryers are an essential part of the cooking process nowadays, being a more convenient and less greasy way of preparing fried food. If she doesn’t already have one, the Philips HD9200 air fryer is an ideal model to gift your mother with.
It promises up to 90% less fat when air frying your food, ideal for the mum who is vigilant in taking care of her family’s health. With a 4.1-litre capacity, this air fryer’s basket fits a whole chicken; in other words, it’s perfect for families.
It’s also highly intuitive to use, featuring 12 different cooking functions, and is easy to clean based on extensive reviews.
Shop the Philips HD9200 here.
4. Xiaomi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 ($329, U.P $499)
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If you find that your mother needs more help with cleaning rather than cooking, a robot vacuum is ideal for reducing the effort she has to put in to clean up after everybody.
An affordable choice is the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2, making it an excellent gateway purchase in comparison to other pricier models on the market. It’s especially competent at cleaning homes with homes that have different elevations like door thresholds or thick carpets.
Shop the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 here.
5. Click & Grow Smart Garden 3 ($139.95, U.P $169.95)
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For mums with a green thumb, the Click & Grow smart garden is an ideal gift idea. It’s a perfectly quaint and charming mini garden that she can keep on her kitchen counter, and easily care for. The bonus here is that it allows her to grow herbs for cooking, and it even comes with 3 basil seed pods ready for her to nurture.
Shop the Click & Grow Smart Garden 3 here.
6. Wells Home Café (~$1,380)
Meanwhile, mums who are fervent coffee or tea drinkers would love the Wells Home Café for the sheer convenience that it provides. Fittingly enough, having this machine truly feels like there’s a café in your very own home.
For one, it allows users to get their caffeine fix extremely quickly━it’s able to brew a drink in 60 seconds, and is compatible with Nespresso capsules. The machine uses 19 bars of pressure when brewing each cup of coffee, ensuring a pull of rich espresso without fail.
There’s even a separate tea capsule drawer, so whether your mother is a huge fan of coffee or tea, this machine will be a gift that’s hard to top.
Shop the Wells Home Café here.
7. Ember Temperature control mug ($170.55)
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If she already owns a coffee machine, the Ember temperature control mug is another attractive gift for the coffee-loving matriarch of your family. It features an insulated mug and an electronic coaster that heats up the drink from the inside out, and keeps her drinks hot throughout the day.
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Your mum can even pick the ideal temperature of her cuppa using the linked app.
Shop the Ember temperature control mug here.
8. Bask Silk Pillowcase and Silk Eye Mask Gift Set ($122.90)
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Too much caffeine could also lead to sleep deprivation, and if your mum has been hinting about her lack of sleep, you might want to gift her this silk pillowcase and eye mask set from Bask.
Made from 22-momme silk, the pillowcase not only looks luxurious with its lustrous sheen, but is also highly beneficial to achieving restful sleep thanks to its innately cooling nature.
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As a bonus, the Bask silk pillowcase also promises to help prevent facial lines and creases so your mother can maintain her youthful appearance and health.
Shop the Bask silk pillowcase and eye mask set here.
9. Sterra Moon True HEPA-13 Air Purifier ($189 U.P $479)
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Health goes hand-in-hand with beauty, and there’s no better way to ensure your mum is living healthily than gifting her a quality air purifier for Mother’s Day. One air purifier we recommend is the Sterra Moon. With its medical-grade HEPA-13 filter, it eliminates all manner of impurities in the air like dust and pet dander.
You can even top up an extra $50 to upgrade your unit with UV tech, which enables it to exterminate pesky viruses and harmful bacteria in the air for crisp air at home that your mum━and you━ will appreciate
Shop the Sterra Moon true HEPA-13 air purifier here.
10. Dyson Airwrap i.d.™ multi-styler and dryer ($759, U.P $859)
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Dyson recently gave their beloved Airwrap an update, and the latest iteration can now be connected to an app that helps “intelligently adapt heat, airflow and timings to your hair type” for flawless curls every time.
The Dyson Airwrap i.d.™ multi-styler and dryer comes in two colourways: Jasper Plum and Vinca Blue/Topaz Orange.
Shop the Dyson Airwrap i.d.™ here.
11. Sunday Bedding Bamboo Sheet Set ($235)
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Bamboo sheets are perfect for those who tend to run warm when they sleep, which is basically everyone in this humid, tropical country. Incredibly soft and sweat-wicking, the bamboo sheets from Sunday Bedding can last anywhere from 3-5 years in tip-top condition. You can extend its lifespan by washing the sheets on delicate wash settings with gentle detergent.
12. Epson Home Cinema Projector EH-LS650B ($3,499)
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Go all out and treat your mom with this Epson home projector so that she can enjoy her favourite K-dramas in their full glory. This particular model boasts an “ultra-short throw” that produces “up to a 120″ image from just a few inches away from the wall”. In other words, mother dearest can binge-watch her shows while cosily lounging in bed without sacrificing picture quality.
Shop the Epson Home Cinema Projector EH-LS650B here.
13. Manta SOUND Sleep Mask (~$200)
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Help your mom achieve the best sleep ever with this Manta SOUND sleep mask. The sleep mask blocks out light, while the attached headphones let the wearer listen to their favourite music, white noise, or even podcasts as they get lulled to sleep.
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The headphones are adjustable and incredibly thin, meaning that they can be comfortably worn even by side-sleepers. Notably, the battery lasts for up to 20 hours, and there are no disruptive notifications when the battery runs low.
Shop the Manta SOUND Sleep Mask here.
14. Bulbul Premium Copper Bath Towels ($42)
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Stinky towels will be a thing of the past with these “self-sanitising” copper-infused towels from Bulbul. Woven with a blend of bamboo and copper fibres, the towels are said to naturally eliminate up to 99.9% of bacteria, keeping musty odours at bay in between washes.
According to the brand, the copper fibres in the towels “damage microbial membranes, degrade RNA, and disrupt critical cellular functions, leading to the death of bacteria, fungi, and viruses”. But antibacterial properties aside, the towels are super soft and absorbent, and will be a joy to use right after a relaxing hot shower.
Shop the Bulbul Premium Copper Bath Towels here.
Best practical Mother’s Day gifts for homebody mums
Whether you decide to get her a cutting-edge air purifier or a pair of cutesy heart-shaped pots, showing your mother the appreciation she deserves is the most important aspect of Mother’s Day━buy her a gift that will truly make her smile with our handy guide.
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Cover image adapted from: Ember, @zwillingcookingstudio
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