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Mother's Day can come with a lot of pressure. Even if you show and tell your mom you love her all year 'round, you're expected to really up the ante on the holiday. Luckily, even if you're on a budget, or shopping for multiple maternal figures, you can still find an inexpensive but thoughtful gift. In fact, we actually found a bunch of great Mother's Day gifts under $50! And since Mother's Day is for moms in all stages of life, we've got presents for new moms, mother-in-laws and grandmas, too.
We really tried to go the sentimental route when putting this list together, because honestly, even the smallest gift can have a huge impact when trying to let someone know how much you love and appreciate them. But we know not everyone like to be emotional, or has a picture-perfect relationship with their mom, so you'll also see just top-selling items for women that come in under $50 (although many of the selects here are less than $30).
No matter what you choose for that special mom in your life, there's guaranteed to be something here she'll love.
Maybe real flowers are out of the budget this year, and that's okay! Especially when you hand her this stunning light-up glass rose (available in a bunch of colors) that will last forever,
We couldn't believe how stunning this bracelet was for less than $20! Made from cubic zirconia, it comes in three different finishes, and has thousands of good reviews on Amazon.
Crossbody bags are all the rage, so why not give her something that can keep her valuables within reach? It also comes in a bunch of different colors and materials to match her style.
We searched and searched, and found a stunning floral arrangement that won't break the bank! Plus, the brand came out on top in our tests for the best Mother's Day flower delivery services.
You can go with her kids' or grandkids' names and birthstones. Either way, she's going to love the personalized touch, and how she can always keep them close to her heart.
Whether you two are BFFs or could use some bonding time, this clever book comes with 100 bucket list–type prompts that you can do together. Some are small, like scrapbooking, and others are more adventurous.
All of her pride and joy can be displayed in one space thanks to this unique frame. Be sure to fill in the photos ahead of time (up to six) to really make the gift complete.
Make her feel extra special this year by filling out this book with all the reasons she's loved. You can go silly or heartfelt (or both!), either way, it'll become an instant keepsake.
Here's another gift GH readers are loving. There are so many different colors to pick from, but really, the 100% leather wallet is praised for how much it can hold even though it's so compact.
She'll never have to strain her eyes or wondering if her makeup is on right thanks to this mirror, which has 21 LED lights and three times the magnification of normal mirrors.
Good Housekeeping readers just love this bonsai tree. Perhaps because it will last years longer than traditional flowers, or maybe it's because it has these bright pink azalea blooms that come back every year.
The ice roller is a big hit with readers because it's an easy way to de-puff and wake-up in the morning. But to make your gift look and feel more special, opt for this kit, which also includes a gua sha tool that can help with fine lines and wrinkles, both packaged in a neat box.
She is going to see such a difference when she uses these beginner-friendly contour palette. Unlike others sets, this one only has three options, and comes with easy-to-follow directions.
Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com.