Whether she's dashing for her daily commute, a two-day conference, or a two-block walk to the nearest cafe -- or getting everything done between drop-off and pick-up -- here's a list of helpful gifts for working mothers, and any busy mom-on-the-go.
From travel, to productivity tools and luxe pampering, these are goods most busy moms would appreciate. And during the holiday season, she deserves all the best for all she does year-round.
Optimizing a busy mother's time starts with making sure all her tech gadgets are constantly powered-up. A more compact and portable version of Journey's Alta desktop mat, the Nexa is well-crafted, protective solution for your laptop and powered by a universal USB-C port. The exterior is made of rich vegan leather and has a smooth surface that doubles as a mousepad or portable desk mat. Inside, the soft quilted lining provides protection for my gear. More important than style is its functionality. Nexa's dual wireless charging feature can charge both your smartphone and AirPods simultaneously, perfect for on-the-go work. The magnetic closure makes storage a breeze.
When I work remotely I aim to play something positive and enlightening in the background. With a TED Membership (starting at $50 per year), members unlock not only a world of inspirational TED Talks, but exclusive perks, including access to the TED Member Book Club, social events, ad-free podcasts, and invite-only conversations with TED Speakers and other trailblazers. Memberships support TED's mission to identify and share the big ideas that will shape our future, be it in business, tech, education, or the arts and creativity. A nice escape for moms who want to escape Bluey and Daniel Tiger content.
When it comes to traveling I use that time to catch up on reading, podcasts, and my MasterClass lessons. A membership ($120 a year) gives you access to the MasterClass library of 200+ classes that you can watch from any device. I love the entrepreneurship courses taught by the greats, like Whitney Wolfe Herd, Sara Blakely, and Alexis Ohanian, to name a few. Then there are cooking-themed classes, like how to prepare a Michelin-star dinner with Thomas Keller, to how the make the best scrambled eggs with Gordon Ramsay. But if I had to pick, my personal favorite would be James Paterson's writing course. It's hours of inspirational learning for road trips and long flights.
The best part about a TED or MasterClass membership is it's a digital gift, so you need not worry about knowing your delivery cut-off dates.
For those who run errands, marathons, and everything in between, all moms deserve the best sneakers. Hoka just launched a Good Cheer Gear collection featuring new sky and cloud-inspired color themes across their bestselling sneaker models like the Clifton 9, Transport, Bondi SR, Rincon 4, and more. The capsule collection features two new, dreamy color duos: oak & alabaster or drizzle & overcast. For moms, the Clifton 9 is an ideal pair. The ninth iteration of the Clifton has relaunched with a lighter yet more cushioned sole, adding a little more support and height. Perfect for moms on the run in this stylish new colorway.
Vuori's soft suede, ultra high rise and 7/8-length Clean Elevation leggings come with hidden pockets and moisture wicking material. Pair it with Vuori's matching Clean Elevation scoop sports bra or crop performance bra in the same color. The heather blue set goes perfectly with a denim or plaid jacket, making it the perfect leggings year-round.
Cofounders Monica Zwirner and Lucy Wallace Eustice launched this bag line to create essential accessories that work for modern life. MZ Wallace accessories offer great design through both heritage and seasonal collections, and solution-driven style. For me it's the innovative details like featherweight materials as seen in their much loved Metro Tote Deluxe range ($145-$295), recycled fibers, and intuitively placed pockets. It's the lightest most practical bag, yet oozes quality materials.
Cozy yet sleek, the Lily cardigan by Naked Cashmere is made of 100% pure luxury cashmere, as it relies on a direct supply chain with goat farmers in Mongolia. More importantly, according to the company, its cashmere is sustainably-sourced, cruelty-free and fair trade. The Lily cardigan offers a boyfriend fit with a V-neck and dropped shoulders, so its a comfortable yet flattering silhouette.
The Charlie Bag in Suede Caramel from Parker Thatch comfortably fits a laptop and gives you an elevated look, whether you're heading to the office or the playground. Add a colorful shoulder strap for a hands-free option, too. it fits a laptop, a spare pair of shoes, and all of the other bits and bobs I need throughout the day.
In the midst of a world of rush, Lindquist is committed to thinking broadly, ethically, and generationally. Every object from Lindquist is made in their Rhode Island studio of artists and makers and is characterized by the timelessness and collaborative spirit of artisan craft. With a focus on naturally-dyed leather goods made for living and made to last, Lindquist objects are designed to be with you for the long haul, developing character alongside you through a lifetime of use. While every bag from Lindquist makes a great gift, top contenders include: Carmen ($950), Ama ($680), and Ray ($490).
The Biotyspa's Body Sculpt Kit ($135) is an easy way to gift her a luxurious, spa-like experience to her self-care routine. Founded by Parisian Deborah Levy, who brought her passion for natural beauty and lymphatic health to life, the kit includes the the brand's original Body Sculpt Cup, a hydrating shower gel enriched with hyaluronic acid, and a firming body oil packed with organic oils and coffee extract. The massage cup, combined with the oils, boosts lymphatic flow, firms skin, and encourages lipolysis for a smoother, more toned appearance.
Beloved by celebrities and royals, Petite Plume makes luxuriously soft cotton twill pajamas and a matching eye mask to help her get the sleep she deserves. Gift sets come in the
A great stocking stuffer to pamper her, the LATHER Mini Spa Set includes six travel-friendly treatments - a sheet mask, facial mist, scrub, moisturizer, hand therapy, and foot cream.
Like a green juice for your face, this mist delivers an instant boost of essential hydration for all day comfort, unlike conventional sprays that can leave your skin tightened and dried out.
Kindred Black's Slow Beauty Collection is a historically rooted line of plastic- free artisan skin care, body care, makeup, and botanical perfumes inspired by centuries of simple, wholesome remedies and treatments from the Earth. Each step of the Slow Beauty process is designed to eliminate plastic from the self-care regimen - no plastic is used on the bottles, in their packaging, or during the shipping process. The ingredients are pure, each bottle is hand blown in North America by a glass artisan, and the oils and blends are shipped wax and cork sealed. Best sellers to consider include: Prickly Pear Seed Facial Oil ($165), Mesa Rose Natural Lip & Cheek Color ($85).
I love giving gifts with a story behind the product, and the story behind Mwani can't be anymore captivating. Created with traditional knowledge and skilled artisanal techniques, Mwani creates skincare products with a proprietary seaweed blend made by a group of women respectfully and affectionately known as the "Mwani Mamas" -- the first generation of women in their families and communities to make a living for themselves. Using regenerative ingredients harvested naturally from the coastlines of Zanzibar, Mwani's products, such as its Face & Body Skin Superfood ($119), benefit both the planet and skin. e.