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55 Best Mother's Day Gifts Under $50

They're budget friendly, but also so thoughtful.

Headshot of Cailey LindbergBy Cailey Lindberg
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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.

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Best Mother's Day Gift

Light Up Rose

Best Seller
Light Up Rose
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Best Mother's Day Gift

Light Up Rose

Now 32% Off
$25 at Amazon
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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,

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Gourmet Meat & Cheese Sampler

Gourmet Meat & Cheese Sampler
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Gourmet Meat & Cheese Sampler

Gift baskets can get expensive, but our readers absolutely love this affordable option that's filled with gourmet meats, cheeses and crackers.

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Wow Her

Cubic Zirconia Classic Tennis Bracelet

Editor’s Choice
Cubic Zirconia Classic Tennis Bracelet
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Wow Her

Cubic Zirconia Classic Tennis Bracelet

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.

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The Bag She Didn't Know She Needed

Aylin Crossbody Bag

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Aylin Crossbody Bag
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The Bag She Didn't Know She Needed

Aylin Crossbody Bag

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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.

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Great If She's Long-Distance

Chocolate Covered Cookies

Chocolate Covered Cookies
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Great If She's Long-Distance

Chocolate Covered Cookies

Send mom a sweet treat even if you can't be together. She'll get eight cookies, half of which will have the red heart that says "mom" on them!

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Elegant Beauty™ Bouquet

Elegant Beauty™ Bouquet
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Elegant Beauty™ Bouquet

Now 37% Off
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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.

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Glass Angel Figurine With Preserved Flowers

Glass Angel Figurine With Preserved Flowers
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Glass Angel Figurine With Preserved Flowers

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Make a big impression with this lovely gift. She can keep it anywhere in the house, and it will bring a sense of warmth and protection to her space.

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Great Gift for Grandma, Too

Personalized Birthstone Necklace

Personalized Birthstone Necklace
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Great Gift for Grandma, Too

Personalized Birthstone Necklace

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.

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Sentimental Gift

"A Prayer for My Mother" Poem

Amazon’s Choice
"A Prayer for My Mother" Poem
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Sentimental Gift

"A Prayer for My Mother" Poem

All the tears will flow when she opens this up. A great idea from sons or daughters, all you have to do is pop in a photo of you two together.

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To Help You Bond

Moments With Mom Scratch Off Journal

Editor’s Choice
Moments With Mom Scratch Off Journal
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To Help You Bond

Moments With Mom Scratch Off Journal

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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.

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Unique Mother's Day Gift

Family Tree

Family Tree
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Unique Mother's Day Gift

Family Tree

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.

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Fluffy Slippers

Oprah’s Favorite Things
Fluffy Slippers
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Fluffy Slippers

Now 58% Off

We're sure she has slippers, but does she have the slippers from Oprah's Favorite Things list? These soft-as-can-be slides made Oprah's list in 2020.

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Over 62,000 Reviews On Amazon

"What I Love about You" Book

"What I Love about You" Book
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Over 62,000 Reviews On Amazon

"What I Love about You" Book

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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.

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Small But Thoughtful

Small Wallet for Women

Small Wallet for Women
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Small But Thoughtful

Small Wallet for Women

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.

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GH Readers Are Loving

Vanity Makeup Mirror

Amazon’s Choice
Vanity Makeup Mirror
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GH Readers Are Loving

Vanity Makeup Mirror

Now 43% Off

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.

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Perfect for First-Time Moms

Baby Feet Pendant Necklace

Baby Feet Pendant Necklace
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Perfect for First-Time Moms

Baby Feet Pendant Necklace

Cue the awws! It's a sweet way to remember when her child was an itty bitty baby, plus it has the personalized touch to really make an impression.

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Top Mother's Day Gift Year After Year

Azalea Bonsai Tree

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Azalea Bonsai Tree
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Top Mother's Day Gift Year After Year

Azalea Bonsai Tree

Now 34% Off

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.

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Facial Tools

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 Facial Tools
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Facial Tools

Now 42% Off

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.

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True Complexion Contour Palette

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True Complexion Contour Palette
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True Complexion Contour Palette

Now 32% Off

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.

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Pink Angel Collectible Figurine

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Pink Angel Collectible Figurine
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Pink Angel Collectible Figurine

Now 21% Off

Let Mom know the angels are always with her. This stunning statue stands at 9-inches tall, and features glittered wings for extra vibrancy.

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Cailey Lindberg
Commerce Editor, Gifts & LIfestyle

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. 

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