19 Best Virtual Mother’s Day Gifts (That You Can Buy Last Minute)
Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the leading ladies in our life. After all, being a mom is hard work. From kissing boo-boos to soothing cries in the middle of the night, moms really do make the world go round. So when the second Sunday in May rolls around don’t forget to say thank you to your very own wonder woman.
Can’t celebrate in person this year? No worries—send some love to long distance family with a virtual Mother’s Day gift. Whether you’re shopping for a Mother’s Day gift for a new mom or your own mom, there are many fantastic alternatives to the classic card and chocolates route.
Not sure where to begin your search? We’ve done the hard work for you and rounded up the best online Mother’s Day gifts out there. From fast-shipping products you can send straight to her door to subscriptions and e-gift cards, there’s something here to suit every type of mama.
For customized digital Mother’s Day gifts, look no further than Greetabl. The process is simple: Choose a gift box, pick a present, add some family photos and a personalized message and you’re done! Greetabl will mail it straight to Mom’s door. Have more than one lady to send some love to? No worries—these gift boxes can be rolled out to all your VIPs.
Buy it: Starting from $13 per box, Greetabl.com
Reconnect with Mom and discover new family stories with Storyworth. Each week, she’ll receive a question and be invited to share her family history via email. At the end of one year, the stories will be gathered in a hardback keepsake book that your family will treasure forever. Who says virtual gifts for Mother’s Day can’t be special?
Buy it: $99, StoryWorth.com
Here’s a sophisticated online Mother’s Day gift: A Winc wine club subscription. Mom can select her preferred flavor profile and enjoy a curated selection of wines delivered to her each month.
Buy it: $60, Winc.com
Looking for an online Mother’s Day gift that’ll arrive on her doorstep? Lovepop has fun and quirky pop-up cards for every occasion, including Mother’s Day. Hooray! There are tons of unique greeting cards to choose from, including this fierce mama bear option. Personalize it with a message, a photo or both, and Lovepop will take care of the rest.
Buy it: Starting from $13, Lovepop.com
Go the extra mile this Mother’s Day and treat her to a flower subscription from UrbanStems. Choose your preferred style and cadence, and each month Mom will receive a beautiful bouquet of fresh-cut flowers. It’s a digital Mother’s Day gift that keeps on giving. Bonus: Take 15 percent off dried and fresh arrangements with code THEBUMP15 (excluding subscriptions).
Buy it: Starting from $55 per delivery, UrbanStems.com
An Atlas Coffee Club subscription is the virtual Mother’s Day gift for moms who can’t live without their daily caffeine kick. Atlas curates the best coffee from around the world, supporting ethical and sustainable farming practices. With the starter pack, each month she’ll receive 12-ounces of freshly roasted coffee alongside flavor notes, brewing tips and postcards from each country of origin.
Buy it: $60, AtlasCoffeeClub.com
Miss cooking up a storm with your mom? Treat her to an online cooking class and prepare to be impressed the next time you enter her kitchen. Each interactive class is taught by an expert chef who’ll teach her a new recipe step by step. Talk about creative virtual Mother’s Day gifts.
Buy it: Starting at $29 per household, SurLaTable.com
Stargazers will appreciate this cool virtual Mother’s Day gift, courtesy of Uncommon Experiences. During an hour-long class with expert astrologer Emily Klintworth, Mom’s personal zodiac forecast for the next year will be revealed.
Buy it: $60, UncommonGoods.com
Here’s a unique online Mother’s Day gift: four pints of gourmet ice cream delivered straight into her freezer. This collection from eCreamery has been handmade with moms in mind. Flavors include: mint cookie crunch, chocolate cake and strawberry ice cream. Yummy!
Buy it: $80, eCreamery.com
Shopping for a new or expectant mom? Expectful is a meditation app designed for parents. With specialized programs for every stage of pregnancy and parenting, this is one of the best virtual Mother’s Day ideas out there.
Buy it: $13 per month or $70 for an annual subscription, App.Expectful.com
The best virtual Mother’s Day gifts will make you feel closer to faraway loved ones. Introducing Tribute, the online platform that creates collaborative video montages. Creating a video is super-easy: Invite family to record using helpful prompts, compile the videos and share. Warning: This sentimental present may make Mom shed a tear or two!
Buy it: Starting from $25, Tribute.com
Is Mom a style queen? If so, she’ll be over the moon with an e-gift card from Stitch Fix. After she takes the online style quiz, a box of stylist-curated clothing will be delivered to her house. Send a gift card by email with a custom message for a personalized touch.
Buy it: Starting from $20, StitchFix.com
Shopping for a beauty aficionado? Treat her to a gift card from Follain, the all-natural beauty line. Follain products are cruelty-free, fragrance-free and seriously luxurious. Mother’s Day e-gifts don’t get much better than this.
Buy it: Starting from $25, Follain.com
Wondering what to buy the woman who has everything this Mother’s Day? Introducing Cameo, the online service that lets you commission personalized celebrity messages. Request a video call-out from Mom’s favorite celeb and she’ll be jumping for joy.
Buy it: Starting from $1, Cameo.com
Looking for sentimental virtual Mother’s Day gifts for new moms? Create a custom star map that shows the night sky exactly as it was on the day baby was born. Each map is personalized to create a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork. The process couldn’t be simpler: Choose the date, location and color palette, and then add a personalized message and frame. Trust us, this is a gift she’ll treasure forever.
Buy it: Starting from $55, TwinkleinTime.com
Give Mom the night off and treat her to a virtual cocktail tasting. This package includes a trio of signature cocktails and an online hosted event for a true bar experience. The best part? This class can accommodate groups of all sizes, meaning you can enlist friends and family for a night of grown-up fun.
Buy it: Starting from $50 per person, ArtisanCraftCocktails.com
Is the lady in your life a real bookworm? If so, she’ll be delighted to receive an Audible gift membership. With thousands of audiobooks, podcasts, documentaries and more to choose from, this is one of the best digital gifts for moms who like to stay informed.
Buy it: Starting from $15 for a 1 month subscription, Amazon.com
A subscription is a gift that keeps on giving. Our top pick for new moms? The Mama Bird Box. Each box includes four to six pampering products that’ll encourage her to take some much needed “me-time.” Trust us, this is a last minute gift she’ll sincerely thank you for. For even more options, browse Cratejoy’s curated Mother’s Day page and use code NEWMOMS20 to get 20 percent off.
Buy it: Starting from $35, Cratejoy.com
Last up on our list of the best virtual Mother’s Day gifts is an Amazon gift card. This is a practical Mother’s Day e-gift that she can put towards something on her wishlist. And, with the ability to put however much money you’d like onto the card, this can be an affordable option too.
Buy it: Starting from $1, Amazon.com
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