Mother’s Day gift ideas: cozy gifts, movies, gadgets, and more

If you want to give your mom a card that doesn’t become instant trash, try one of these bespoke NES-themed greeting cards from Etsy. Each card comes with its own cartridge holder and a pull-out card to jot down a thank-you to the person who raised you.

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.

Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab produces an adorable line of essential oils modeled after the day jobs of the races and creatures of Dungeons & Dragons. If you’ve ever wondered what a tiefling therapist or a kobold barista smells like, now is your chance.

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.

Build something beautiful together this Mother’s Day with Azul, a vivid and tactile board game that challenges you to assemble tiles in attractive patterns.

These adorable, soft flannel slippers modeled after the Super Mario Piranha Plant feature memory foam soles and come with a green pipe to stow them in when you aren’t wearing them.

If your mom is of the spooky or witchy persuasion, these adorable Halloween Heaties are a great way to stay warm all year. Each of these plush cryptids features a removable, microwave-safe, lavender-and-flaxseed bag to provide gentle, comforting warmth when you’re not around to give her a hug.

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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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.

Each Woobles kit includes everything you need to crochet your own Pac-Man, Blinky the Ghost, and a piece of bonus fruit, including step-by-step video instructions, stuffing, and a tapestry needle. Woobles even offers help over email if you encounter any obstacles.

The charm of an instant photo is timeless. Whether you’re scrapbooking or want a way to generate some fun keepsakes, the Instax Mini 40 is an excellent option. The Instax Mini 40 can take and print photos independently, or by pairing with your phone via the Instax app.