Who else has been busy buying gifts for everyone and sneaking in a little something for herself? 🙋♀️ Haha, same here! I can’t go on a Target run without treating myself to a small indulgence—it’s my guilty pleasure!
Honestly, I think I deserve it for putting in all the extra effort because this season gets crazy busy. My to-do list is a mile long, but I’m tackling one item at a time and actually feeling like I’m thriving!
Every year, I try to focus on gifts that moms can actually use and enjoy. Let’s be real—there’s nothing worse than getting a “gift” that’s really just for the house or everyone else. Moms do so much for their families every day, so if we’re getting a gift, it should be just for us. This is the one time it’s okay to be a little selfish, right? 😉
Also, creating this gift guide has been a game-changer for me. I literally just share it with my husband and tell him to pick something—win/win!
This guide includes things I use daily and love, plus a few items on my own wishlist. Keep reading to check out all the links!
And if you’re on the hunt for gifts for a new baby but also want something meaningful and useful for both mom and baby, be sure to check out my blog post on sleep essentials. It’s packed with helpful links!
Happy shopping, and don’t forget to treat yourself too—you’ve earned it!
Owala Water Bottle: The Owala beats the Stanley in so many ways! First of all, you can actually toss it in your bag—perfect for when I’m holding my toddler. (Because otherwise, he’s darting toward the wrong side of the street!) Plus, it comes in so many cute colors. Buy on Amazon!
Charm Necklace: I love this Kendra Scott one, but it’s even more fun if you find a charm bar near you and go with friends to create your own! I also noticed Target has some adorable charms for DIY necklaces. Buy on Target.
Lululemon Belt Bag: If you’re a mom, you need your hands free—for holding hands, opening snacks, pushing strollers, you name it. Having everything handy in this bag is life-changing. I’m getting the bigger size this time so I can fit snacks, too! Buy here.
Pouches: I don’t know about you, but I love organizing my bag (or diaper bag)! Small pouches like these are perfect for keeping everything in order. I use one for makeup, another for essentials like band-aids, Tylenol, and chapstick, and a bigger one for—yes—snacks! Snacks are basically a necessity when you have a 3-year-old. Buy on Amazon
Gua Sha Facial Tool:I don’t have one of these... yet! I’m hoping to grab one during my next Target run or Amazon order. I feel like having it will encourage me to use it every other night. One of my New Year’s resolutions is to take better care of my skin! Buy on Amazon
TULA Skincare Routine: Speaking of skincare, this is part of my resolutions too. It’s not that I’m not doing it now, but I know I can do better. I’ve been using TULA’s moisturizer and love it, so now I want to upgrade my entire routine with more of their products. Buy here.
Samba Sneakers: You can never have enough cute, comfy shoes! I love these, especially the color. This color I love is out of stock for most sizes. Buy here!
Oversized Sweatshirts and Leggings: Super comfy and so versatile! You can wear this combo to lounge at home, go to a playdate, do school drop-off, hit the gym, or run errands. I’m obsessed with this trend. Buy Lululemon here.
Quilted Bag: I bought one of these a while back, and it fits everything! Diapers, snacks (yes, again), your laptop, water bottle, a change of clothes—you name it. It’s my go-to everyday bag. There are plenty of brands, but this is the one I have and use everyday.
“In My Mom Era” Hat: You can find this hat at Altar’d State. It’s perfect for those days when your hair needs washing, but you can stretch one more day with a cute hat. Plus, it adds a little something extra to any outfit!
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