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What Skimm Moms Want to Get for Mother's Day

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Design: theSkimm | Photos: Framebridge, Baby Gold, Madewell
April 22, 2025

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We polled our very own Skimm moms to see what they’d like to receive this year for Mother’s Day. The result is a wish list ranging from a sentimental family photo to the practical Dyson hair dryer. Use this as your inspiration to splurge on what she really wants. Skimm moms never lie.

For more of our favorite Mother's Day gifts, click here.

jeans
Madewell

A barrel-leg jean that’s not too exaggerated…

If she’s more of a toe-dipper when it comes to trends, these are a great way to try a barrel leg. They’re much slimmer than true horseshoe jeans that might make her feel like she’s in the Wild West. These are just the right amount of slouchy to be comfortable. ($138, Madewell)

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pearl-necklace
Mejuri

A pearl necklace that’s anything but ordinary…

This is not your mother’s pearl necklace, but it can be. From the baroque pearl to the ever-so-edgy woven chain, she’ll be obsessed. It’ll look great with everything from wedding guest dresses to vacation outfits. ($198, Mejuri)

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lip-duo
Merit

A lip duo that won’t slow her down…

If she only has five minutes for her morning makeup routine, this set will have her feeling polished. It comes with our favorite lip oil of all time, plus a soft, buildable lip liner. They’ll keep her lips hydrated while she’s running around with no time to reapply. ($44, Merit)

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pajama-set
Neendi

A luxurious pajama set she’ll never want to take off…

Our editors love Neendi pajamas for their silky feel and fun prints. This print is perfect for the pastry-loving or baker mom, since it has croissants, donuts, and cinnamon rolls all over. The brand’s signature fabric feels like silk, but it’s more breathable for all-season wear. ($128, Neendi)

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headphones
Target

A pair of splurge-worthy Bose headphones…

One Skimm mom mentioned wanting noise-cancelling headphones so she can block it all out and have a moment to herself. We hear her and recommend the most comfortable over-ear headphones we’ve ever worn. She’ll love bringing these along when she travels, too. ($349.99, Target)

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running-shorts
Athleta

Running shorts she’ll be excited to wear…

Another Skimm mom mentioned wanting cute workout clothes as motivation to move her body. These running shorts fit the bill. They’re high-rise so they’ll feel supportive, and have pockets for her earbuds or phone. Get her the matching tank top and sweatshirt so she can take the guesswork out of her whole outfit. ($49, Athleta)

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necklace
Baby Gold

A personalized necklace to add to her everyday jewelry…

One of our Skimm moms has seen this necklace in the wild and says it looks cool layered with other necklaces. She’d love to personalize it with all her family members’ initials. You can add up to five initials and choose different metals and chain lengths to suit her preference. ($188, Baby Gold)

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wallet
Cuyana

A leather wallet to replace her tired one…

If she's been carrying around the same wallet for 10 years, this is the upgrade she needs. The two-in-one design includes a compact, zip-around wallet with a removable cardholder that she can use with smaller bags. The pebbled leather will get even softer with wear. ($178, Cuyana)

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red-light-device
Nordstrom

A red light device for the multitasker…

If she doesn’t always have time to sit for a red light face mask treatment, this handheld version allows her to watch TV or read at the same time. All she has to do is move it over her face for just three minutes, and it’ll help depuff and rejuvenate her skin. It’s great for traveling, as well. ($89, Nordstrom)

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family-photo
Framebridge

A framed family photo to hang on her wall…

At the top of several of our Skimm moms’ wish lists is a framed family photo by Framebridge. Simply upload your photo, choose the frame, and they’ll take care of the rest, even boxing it up and gift wrapping. ($90, Framebridge)

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photo-session
Shoott

A free session with a professional photographer…

One Skimm mom says she would love to do a professional photo session, instead of relying on iPhone photos all the time. It’s a great way to freeze the moment in time to look back on. This website helps you find local photographers and gives you a free session — she’ll just pay for the prints she likes at the end. (Free mini session, Shoott)

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art-book
Etsy

A personalized book of her kid’s art…

You can upload up to 30 pages of artwork and include dates or messages to make it even more special. She’ll want to keep this on her coffee table to display their art proudly, and it’ll inspire her kids to create even more. ($44.90, MiniLegacyOfficial via Etsy)

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hair-dryer
Sephora

The Dyson hair dryer that’ll cut down her drying time…

If anyone deserves Dyson hair tools, it’s moms. This hair dryer will cut her drying time in half, protect her hair and scalp from heat damage, and has new smart sensors to remember her styling settings. Our favorite new feature: It’ll pause when she puts it down and resume drying when she picks it back up. Genius. ($499, Sephora)

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