Holiday Gift Guide: Busy Moms

Welcome to my first Busy Moms Gift Guide. This gift guide is all about the most critical (and magical) woman in your life. Somehow she manages to do it all and make it look easy (even if it's definitely not). She knows where everything is and when everyone needs to be where, juggling a mental load worthy of a circus headliner. This fabulous woman deserves a gift that brings a smile to her face and makes her day just a little easier.

(Note: No offense is intended if the dad in your life is the one who makes the magic.)

Coffee and Chaos

Let's start the gift guide the way each morning begins... with coffee and chaos. Getting kids ready and out the door is a gross simplification of the epic journey of emotional highs and lows that get packed into a morning routine. These gifts aim to add a bright spot in the chaos.

1. Make her morning cup a seaside escape with an Ocean Lady Mug. Each sip will bring the calm of ocean waves. (Link)

2. Mom life requires stuff from first aid kits to snacks. Give her a tote with a nod to her magical mom powers that will hold all her "just in case" mom supplies. (Link)

3. Protect her table from coffee rings and water marks while adding a pop of color to brighten her mornings with these Ocean Lady Coasters. You can mix and match designs to create an assortment that is perfect for her. (Link)

4. Other Maker Pick: If your mom is more cold brew than steaming hot, this Pink Bow Glass Cup from Wildwind Lane is just the gift to keep her caffeinated while remaining very demure. (Link)

Organize with Joy

Being a mom means keeping track of it all. Even if she doesn't want to be on the class group chat, she gets added anyway. How else will she remember to send in money for the bake sale or when it's pajama day at school? It is somehow her job to remember all the details, both important and unimportant.

1. For meal plans, endless to-do lists, and dreams that sneak in between the errands, a personalized notebook gives mom a special place to keep track of it all. (Link)

2. Sometimes mom needs more than a small tote to get from playdates to soccer practice. This large weekender tote has enough space for a beach day or for a day you wish you were at the beach. With an Italian phrase that means "Hello Beautiful" she might just be transported to the sea. (Link)

3. She can keep track of life's craziness and find her zen with this Coloring Book Calendar. Let her borrow some colored pencils from the kiddos and do some meditative coloring when she needs a break from her packed schedule. (Link)

4. Other Maker Pick: When the stress of juggling it all gets her down, these mom affirmation stickers from Wildwind Lane will remind her how great she is. (Link)

A Moment Just for Her

Mom life is a lot, and self-care is critical for survival. These gifts help set the mood and remind her that joy is found in the little things.

1. Help her avoid burnout by burning an Ocean Lady candle with a calming scent. (Link)

2. A cozy blanket (that she doesn't have to share) will keep her warm while she binge-watches her latest favorite. (Link)

3. A colorful art print will spark joy each time she looks at it. (Link)

4. Other Maker Pick: For the mom who appreciates a filthy joke, these shower steamers from Explicit Essentials will make her smile while transforming her bathtime experience. (Link)

Gifts for New Mamas

Being a new mom is so exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. While these items are not my baby must-haves (if you're curious about those, reach out, and I'm happy to share), they make beautiful gifts for the new mom in your life.

1. Help decorate the nursery with this sweet Peter Pan-inspired art print. (Link)

2. These darling sheets covered in blue bows will add color to a pink girl's room. (Link)

3. Control the drool and dribble with this soft but sturdy bib. Customize the design with the baby's name or a phrase. My nephew got one that says "My Tia loves me." (Link)

4. Other Maker Pick: When my sister had her baby, I got her one of these beautifully embroidered t-shirts from Floss & Fable. Then I got one for myself so I wouldn't be jealous. The shop also has sweatshirts and long-sleeve t-shirts in the same style for those in search of cozier options. (Link)

Happy Shopping!