25 Good Gift Ideas For Stay-at-Home Moms

Are you looking for some gift ideas for the stay-at-home mom in your life this holiday? Look no further. In this post, I have created the ultimate list of gifts that Stay-at-home moms will actually use.

The list is broken down into items stay-at-home moms need for cleaning, cooking, and self-care. With this list, you won’t have to worry about your gift never being used or regifted to someone else.

Stay-at-home moms are some of the most hardworking people I know. I may be biased because I am a SAHM myself. I’ve been one for many years now.

Being a SAHM can be a thankless job. It’s one that is done behind closed doors so most people don’t see how hard it is to run a household.

So when you get the chance to thank the stay-at-home mom in your life, don’t hesitate to go all out for her. She will surely appreciate it.

Now let’s jump right into the list.

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Cooking gift ideas for stay-at-home moms

Stay-at-home moms want things to make their lives easier. Food item subscriptions are a great way to cut down on their workload each day. Don’t waste your time buying a T-shirt with a saying that they’ll only wear one time. Give them a gift they’ll actually appreciate and use every day.

Fresh grocery subscription

One thing stay-at-home moms struggle with is weekly meal planning and grocery shopping. Between taking care of the kids, cleaning, and running the household, we often run out of time to grocery shop for fresh produce.

Ask any stay-at-home mom and they will tell you that they use canned fruits and veggies to cook because it’s easier.

So why not get the stay-at-home mom in your life a subscription for fresh produce? My favorite grocery service is Instacart. It enables you to order groceries online from your favorite food stores and have them delivered to your home within hours.

You can either get someone an Instacart gift card or send a grocery delivery to their home from their favorite stores. because you get free shipping if you’re a prime member. Just select the fresh produce you think she’ll love and it’ll be delivered to her.

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Meal subscription

Another thing stay-at-home moms struggle with is cooking nutritious meals every day for their families. Often times we run out of ideas on what to cook before the week is out.

We also struggle with finding enough time to prepare the meal. Sometimes we resort to frozen dinners and canned goods for quick meals.

So if you really want to get a gift for a SAHM, I recommend getting them a subscription for pre-made meals. That will help take the load of cooking off their backs for 1 or 2 days of the week.

I absolutely recommend getting the Little Spoon subscription because it’s truly a lifesaver. They deliver pre-made kids’ meals right to your door. No cooking is necessary. All their meals are healthy and fit for picky eaters. They serve baby, toddler, and older kids meals.

If you want a subscription for the whole family, then I recommend What A Crock. What A Crock creates meals designed to be cooked in a slow cooker. Their portions range from a single adult to a family of 6. You can also get a one-time order if you don’t want a subscription.

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Assorted Spices

One of the best gifts I ever received as a mom was a box of assorted spices for different cuisines. I loved that I could just take out a bag of premixed spices and get an idea of what I would be cooking that day. I loved using this spice blend from Gourmet World Flavors on Amazon.

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Meal Gift card

One of the best gifts I ever received was a gift card for DoorDash. At that time, I had a newborn and was feeling very overwhelmed with my stay-at-home mom responsibilities. I was so happy to order food that day, that I didn’t have to prepare myself. It was heaven.

Something as simple as a meal gift card such as DoorDash, GrubHub, etc. could be the welcome relief that the stay-at-home mom in your life is looking for.

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Cooking Gadgets for stay-at-home moms

Gifting a stay-at-home mom a cooking gadget will enable her to cut her meal prep time in half. That time saved will be used for other important chores or self-care.

Before I got my slow cooker and instant pot, I spent countless hours in the kitchen every day prepping and cooking. Now, I don’t have to worry too much about that anymore.

Here are some gadget gift ideas you might like.

Slow cooker

Slow cookers are great for those days when you have no time to cook but still want to prepare a healthy meal. You can make simple one-pot meals with it.

I use my slow cooker all the time to prepare chicken tikka masala and pork shoulder. I set it all up overnight or early in the mornings. By the time it’s afternoon, the meal is ready to serve. You get to use your time for other things while the food is cooking. It’s a win-win situation.

The Crock-Pot Cook & Carry slow cooker is one of the best brands on the market.

Instant pot

Instant pots have become so popular in recent years because of their ability to cut cook time by 70%. They’re basically a pressure cooker that cooks your food at a very high temperature.

This is a great gift for busy moms with no time to cook every day. You can make anything from yogurt to pork roast in some instant pots. This instant pot is one of the best on the market.

Ninja Foodi

The Ninja Foodi combines the job of the instant pot with the job of an air fryer. It’s great for stay-at-home moms who needs to cut their cooking time in half. It’s very versatile in what it can do. My friend has this brand which she absolutely loves.

Blendjet

Blendjet is the perfect gift for the mom who hates using her large blenders for small jobs. It’s a pain to take out the large blender every time you need to blend something small.

That is where the Blendjet comes in. It’s the size of a small water bottle and has the blending power of a large blender. It blends items in just 60 seconds.

You can make baby food, smoothies, shakes, or anything with it. I love my Blendjet because it’s rechargeable, and I can take it out on the go. It’s small enough to fit in a purse or cup holder.

Cleaning gifts ideas for stay-at-home moms

Anything you can gift that will help reduce the burden of cleaning and housework will be greatly appreciated by any stay-at-home mom. That is one of the things we struggle with every day. Below is a list of items that will be a great cleaning gift for a stay-at-home mom.

Roomba Robot vacuum

I can honestly say that I hate vacuuming. When you have young kids, your house never stays clean. As soon as you vacuum, the kids find a way to mess things up again.

Getting the Roomba Robot vacuum was one of the best purchases I ever did. I don’t have to worry about dragging around a standard vacuum multiple times a day anymore. The Roomba does the job for me.

Any stay-at-home mom will appreciate this gift to make their lives easier. There are so many models out there. I personally like the iRobot Roomba i3 Evo because it self-empties for up to 60 days. That’s the one I use at home.

Maid or cleaning service

Can’t afford the Roomba Vacuum? Don’t fret. There’s another way to ease the cleaning burden of a stay-at-home mom.

Pay for a maid service to come deep clean her home for a day. Who wouldn’t like something like that?

When my second child was born (we had two kids under 2 years old), I just couldn’t keep up with caring for both kids and maintaining the house as I should. I was drowning. My husband actually saved me by hiring a maid service to come and clean our home every 2 weeks.

It was honestly the best gift he has ever given me.

Toy organizer

A toy organizer is also a great gift for moms. As soon as kids get mobile, we all know that they begin to throw their toys everywhere. As parents, it’s our jobs to start teaching them to pick up and organize their toys.

A great toy organizer like the Humble Crew from Amazon would be great for this purpose.

Care package for stay-at-home moms (self-care gift ideas)

Stay-at-home moms are hard workers who often neglect their own needs to take care of the needs of others. Self-care is the last of their priorities most days.

The phrase “mom hair, mom clothes, and mom jeans” all originate from the looks SAHMs spot because they’re just too busy to care for themselves.

So why not give them a gift that helps them take care of themselves? Below are some self-care gift ideas.

A day without the kids

Want to show that stay-at-home mom in your life that you care? Give them a whole day without their kids to take care of. You could offer to babysit for a day while they go out to explore the town.

If you’re not available to babysit, then pay for a sitter of her choosing. That way, she’ll be comfortable leaving her kids with them.

Take your gift further and send her to a show. It could be a play, a movie, or a concert. Afterward, she could spend the night in a hotel paid for by you.

Diffuser and essential oils

At the end of a very long day, It’s nice to put on your diffuser and enjoy some aromatherapy. I personally do this every night after the kids are asleep. I love trying out new scents of essential oils. I love this combination diffuser and essential oil set from Amazon.

Candles, soap, and Body scrubs

A relaxing bath is not complete without a deliciously scented candle, soap, and body scrub. Don’t just get those generic ones from the big bucks stores though. Go for handmade products that show you put a lot of thought into the gift.

My favorite candles are the homemade ones I find on Etsy.

Assorted Tea sampler

If the stay-at-home mom in your life is a tea person, then an assorted sample of teas would be a great gift for her. I personally like these ones that contain tea samples from countries around the world.

Assorted coffee samplers

If she is not a tea person, then consider getting her an assorted sample of coffee from around the world. We all know SAHMs are powered by coffee. I’ve tried the Bean Box World Tour Brand a few times and love them. I give them as gifts often, and they always get rave reviews.

Spa day

It’s not often that a busy mom gets to go to a spa to relax. So why not pamper that stay-at-home mom in your life with a day at the spa? She could get her nails done, and also get a facial and a massage. A day without the kids where she is the center of attention would be a welcome change for a SAHM.

Neck and shoulder massager

A neck and shoulder massager is great for those days when you’re carrying a lot of stress on your shoulders. It feels like getting a deep tissue massage from an experienced masseuse.

The Reathlete massager was gifted to me by my husband after our first child. I still use it almost every day.

TheraBox

Self-care subscription boxes are all the rage now. They’re great for people who need a little reminder to take care of themselves physically and mentally.

One of my favorites is TheraBox. It is a monthly or yearly subscription self-care box. TheraBox comes with full-sized skincare, bath, and facial care products.

They also come with self-care activities such as meditation cards, affirmation cards, journal prompts, etc. Each item in the boxes is handpicked by therapists to target one area of self-care each month.

Audible subscription

For the busy mom who doesn’t have time to sit down to read a book, an audible subscription would be a great gift.

She can listen to her favorite book while doing the dishes and running errands. It helps break up everyday life routine as a stay-at-home mom.

What do you get moms who don’t want anything?

There are some moms who really don’t want anything as gifts for special occasions. If you have one of those moms in your life, there are ways you can still appreciate them without going overboard.

Below is a list of things you can do for a mom who doesn’t want a gift during the holidays.

Flowers

Flowers are timeless and simple. They show that you care about someone without going overboard. So go get her a bouquet of her favorite flowers and watch the smile on her face come alive.

Handwritten Card

Why not pair a handwritten card with the flowers you got her above? A handwritten card takes things to a new level. It shows effort and planning. She will know that this wasn’t a last-minute card you picked up at the drugstore on your way over.

Handmade ceramic items

Want to show off your artistic skills? Try decorating a blank ceramic mug, vase, or plate with your own designs anf giving it as a gift. Do a quick Google search for pottery classes in your area. A lot of pottery classes offer you a chance to decorate a ceramic item as part of the class. That’s a unique gift that she won’t find anywhere else.

Handwritten letter

To keep things simple, you can write her a letter letting her know how special she is to you. You don’t have to use any fancy words to express yourself.

Let your letter come from the heart. RealSimple explains that handwritten letters show people how important they are to you. It helps deepen your relationship because the recipient remembers how your letter made them feel.

Coffee and their favorite pastry

We all know that moms are powered by coffee. Get her favorite coffee, made exactly the way she likes it. Present it with a delicious pastry to go along with it. I’m sure she will appreciate the gesture.

A bottle of wine

Wine is a good gift for those who don’t want anything flashy. It’s delicious and can be enjoyed with good company or alone. Find out what her favorite brand is and surprise her with them.

Alone time without the kids

As I mentioned above, what most moms really want as a gift is a child-free day. If you’re available to babysit, then watch her kids for a day while she goes out and enjoys herself. You could also take the kids out so she can have the house all to herself.

Conclusion

Whatever gift you choose for the mom in your life, make sure it’s something you do from the heart. It doesn’t matter how much the gift cost. What matters is that you were thinking about her.

If she has young kids, try to incorporate them into the gifting process as well. Nothing is more special to a mom than seeing her family come together to do something special for her.