Alice Jovanée
(she/her) is a commerce writer, and she has been writing about gaming and tech since 2005. Prior to Polygon, she worked at publications such as The Verge.
Mother’s Day in the U.S. falls on Sunday, May 12, this year, and it isn’t far off. Your mom is too cool to ask for a gift, but we all know she deserves more than a little recognition for her efforts. So this Mother’s Day, make sure to give your mom a call, and maybe pick her up something nice to show her you care.
If you’re struggling with gift ideas for Mother’s Day, we’ve assembled a variety of ideas that are certain to arrive by May 12, with some suggestions from several Polygon staffers. Whether you’ve got a mom who’s witchy, crafty, or just needs some time to recharge, we hope our gift ideas can inspire you to show some appreciation for the lady who raised you.
The best Mother’s Day gifts under $20
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My Neighbor Totoro (SteelBook, Blu-ray)
- $19
- $27
- 30% off
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My Neighbor Totoro taught us that sometimes the best mom is a gigantic forest creature. If Mother’s Day means spending some quality time watching a whimsical movie, the Miyazaki animated classic My Neighbor Totoro is a great choice. Equal parts adorable and emotional, Totoro stresses the importance of family and relying on each other when Mom isn’t always available.
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- $20
- $25
- 21% off
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If your mom enjoys the mild scents of essential oils, this option can be remotely controlled, features a built-in light, and perhaps most importantly, isn’t a visually obnoxious eyesore.
The best Mother’s Day gifts under $50
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- $30
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We all know that methodically taking notes is peak gaming. Field Guide to Memory is an excellent and inexpensive print-and-play experience. Created by Jeeyon Shim and Shing Yin Khor, Field Guide to Memory is a narrative-driven role-playing game that combines creative writing and art.
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- $48
- $60
- 21% off
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While there’s no replacing a traditional floral arrangement, this 756-piece Lego bouquet will last well beyond Mother’s Day. Even if Mom has to put this one together herself, this is an inexpensive and thoughtful gift for Mother’s Day, or any day, really.
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- $95
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Rebellions are built on hope and a solid eight hours of sleep. This carbonite-colored luxurious satin pajama set is detailed with a Rebel logo pattern and includes a robe and a pair of drawstring shorts.
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- $100
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Sometimes the best way to tell someone you love them is to give them an excuse to take some time off, and these Airbnb gift cards will let Mom take a quick break out of town.
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- $100
- $130
- 24% off
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Some like it hot, and want it to stay that way. The Ember Mug is a 14-ounce mug that can keep your drink of choice piping hot for up to 80 minutes. You can even set a specific temperature depending on your preference.
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- $350
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Finding time for a quick gaming session as a parent can be tough. But, thanks to its portability and ability to suspend your game at a moment’s notice, the Nintendo Switch OLED makes it easy to sneak in some game time during those quiet moments with games like Animal Crossing: New Horizons or The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
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- $200
- $250
- 21% off
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The Apple Airpods Pro 2 are a great way to spend some time alone listening to your favorite podcasts or music, thanks to their effective noise cancellation.
Source: Polygon
