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25 Best Mother's Day Gifts From Toddlers That Mom Will Cherish

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We all know that toddlers don't really get gifts for their moms for Mother's Day—but the smart adults in their lives know that Mom finds it extra-special when their gifts come "from" their mini-mes.

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We know moms love to be celebrated and gush over "hadmade" gifts from their kids them most. With that in mind, these are the best Mother's Day gifts from toddlers. Lots of them involve (adult-guided) handprints, fingerprints, or footprints, so each one is unique. Others are gifts that moms and their littles can enjoy together. And some commemorate those extra-precious memories from your first few years as a family. All of them are super sweet!

There are lots of kits that allow for handprint art, but this one is different in that it lets every family member get involved, making for a unique, layered, one-of-a-kind piece. Everyone puts their handprint on a transparent sheet in a different color, then they get carefully laid on top of each other in the frame. It comes with four sheets, four colors of paint, and even a little marker to write names and dates.

Let's be real, we all know that toddlers are going to be the ones toting around this ultra-soft plush after they "give" it to Mom, but maybe she'll be alright with sharing. And if Mom isn't into bunnies or gardening, there are plenty of other Jellycats to choose from, including a daisy bouquet, a smiling cherry, or—my favorite—a piece of farfalle.

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Mom loves to be celebrated. Toddlers love to be read to. Put them together for this personalized book, and it's a win-win. Toddlers will feel awe when they see illustrated versions of themselves—and their names—transported inside the book as well. You can add up to four children's names in each book, so it's a great gift from siblings.

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We know the truth: All of Mom's photos are stuck on her camera roll. Instead of promising to make an album one day, give her the means to print out her favorites with the push of a button. The photos are printed on two-inch by three-inch sticker paper so she can put them on the fridge, her phone, or a notebook—all the toddler has to do is agree to say "Cheese!"

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Toddlers can give their moms the most unique floral arrangement ever—their scribbles are the perfect thing. It comes with 12, so you can share with other families, organize a daycare art project, or save some for next year.

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Whether it's the Beatles or "Baby Shark," if they have a song or album they love to enjoy together, they can commemorate it in a personalized plaque—which will really play the song on Spotify when it's scanned. You can also add a family photo, and it lights up in different colors.

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Are they even a mom of a toddler if they don't have coordinating Mother's Day outfits to put on Instagram? You can customize the style and the color of each piece.

Let this adorable little turtle express what toddlers may struggle to put into words. She can leave it on her desk and glance over whenever she needs a pick-me-up.

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A toddler probably isn't old enough to write a card, but this journal makes it easy for them to express what they love about their mothers (with a helpful adult there to accept dictation). There are fill-in-the-blank prompts, which toddlers are sure to give creative answers to. Or, start a tradition for a multi-year project where they fill out one page each year, so she can see how the scribbles turn into real thoughts as the years go on.

What could be better than a Mommy-and-Me tea party? These coordinating cups in two sizes are just the thing to make the day perfect. They don't scream "Mother's Day," so they can be used together year-round. There are also Queen Bee/Mini Bee mugs.

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Those little hands and feet aren't going to stay that small forever! Preserve those memories—along with a photo, name, and date—with this keepsake kit. It comes with all the materials, including air-dry clay, letter stamps, and the frame.

There's nothing sweeter than time spent together—okay maybe some baked treats, too. Moms who love getting creative in the kitchen can teach the toddlers simple techniques and easy recipes with this cookbook. Or, even better, let Mom relax and have the rest of the family whip up something for her.

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A collage of your best memories together truly captures the spirit of Mother's Day. The toddlers can help out by giving their suggestions about where each photo should go. This makes for an eight-inch by eight-inch wall hanging, but you can also get it larger.

Stanley who? This 40-ounce tumbler really shows the world who she is (and keeps her hydrated during those long, toddler-wrangling days). On the back, it lists all the ingredients that go into her personality, including caring and patience.

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What does Mom need most of all? A minute to herself! Actually, make it five, and gift her this book along with the promise that she'll get some "me time" every day to use it.

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Whether the brood is big or little, these necklaces—which come personalized with birthstones and name tags—will become her favorite. You can also get it as a ring (without the names).

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The old TV show was right: Kids do say the darnedest things. Give Mom a place where she can collect all the silly stuff her toddler's said. This journal comes with more than 100 blank pages in a perfect-bound book, just ready for her toddler's thoughts (which are the true gift).

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Fingerprint Necklace

Fingerprint Necklace

Take personalized gifts to a whole new level by crafting a keepsake necklace engraved with a toddler's actual fingerprint, handprint, or footprint. You can add a name, too.

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What mom doesn't want an original work of toddler art to hang up on the fridge or at the office? Melissa & Doug's Finger Paint Paper Pad lets them work on a large, 12" x 18" surface so they can really let their creativity shine. You can also get a set of washable finger paints to go with it.

There's no better cuddle-together, read-aloud treat than this book, which celebrates the joy of spending a day with Mama. Testers for the Good Housekeeping Best Kids' Book Awards liked that the book was sweet, but also pretty realistic when it comes to showing the types of activities that moms and kids do together. (Another GH reader-tested favorite? Snuggle Season, a sweet bedtime book.)

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Marisa LaScala
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Marisa (she/her) has covered all things parenting, from the postpartum period through the empty nest, for Good Housekeeping since 2018; previously, she wrote about parents and families at Parents and Working Mother. She lives with her toy-collecting husband and daughter in Brooklyn, where she can be found helping out her team at bar trivia or posting about movies on Twitter and Bluesky. 

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