Gifting Tips Guaranteed to Make Mom Feel Special this Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is more than just a date on the calendar — it’s a moment to pause and celebrate the women who shaped our lives with unwavering love, strength, and care. Whether it’s your mom, a mother figure, or a new mom navigating her first year, finding a gift that captures your appreciation could be a challenging task. But don’t worry, that’s where this guide comes in.
Here are some gifting tips to make Mother’s Day extra special this year, plus some of our meaningful recommendations that will help you say “thank you” in the most heartfelt way.
Make it Thoughtful
There’s a saying that “it’s the thought that counts” when it comes to giving presents, and nothing is more thoughtful than a gorgeously arranged flower bouquet. Flower Chimp’s “Always There” (P1,799) bouquet lets you upload a photo, which will be printed out and displayed with the flowers upon delivery. Meanwhile, Designer Blooms is offering free delivery for flower orders made between May 8 to 10, and Bloomingails PH has a “Precious MoMents” collection featuring an array of beautiful bouquets for the occasion.
If you want something a little different, why not try preserved flowers to show mom your everlasting love and give her a keepsake to cherish for years to come? Bloomiere has a selection perfect for Mother’s Day, such as the Bag of Blooms (P2,800) and the Queen of My Heart, which features a handcrafted Heart Rose inside a glass box that can be personalized with your mom’s name.


A simple greeting card can also go a long way. Handwritten letters are sweet and sincere, making them the perfect heartfelt gift for mom. But why not level up those stationery cards by giving them a more personalized touch? Photobook Philippines has a ton of Mother’s Day templates (P119) to choose from, which can be customized with your own photos. They also have a special gift set (P2,560) that includes a personalized desktop plaque, blanket, and greeting card. And yes, the blanket can be printed with your photos!
Choose Useful Items
Practical might not be the sweetest word out there, but you have to admit that useful gifts last, and doesn’t it make you happy to see your gift being used every day?
Give your mom a lovely coaster set (P198) for her morning coffee or afternoon tea, or perhaps a nice penholder (P259) for her work desk to always remind her how amazing she is and that you appreciate all her hard work.


For the moms on the go, why not give their favorite tote or handbag an upgrade? SM Malls has a special 50% off promo for the Kimbel bags. If you have some cash to burn, why not give her a premium leather handbag from FINO Leatherware or The Tannery Manila?
Another suggestion is trendy sneakers. Puma's Speedcat (from P7,100) is the new Adidas Sambas, and is the perfect pair for the stylish moms on the go. They're available in different colors, but the new black and pink combo is our current favorite!
Go for Self-Care
Moms are the most hardworking people out there, and this Mother’s Day, she deserves a day of pampering.
Get her a Wellness Gift Card from The Spa, where she can enjoy a variety of treatments from full-body massages to facials. You can also book her a relaxing Head Spa treatment. Jelly Skin Lab is offering a 15-Step Korean Hair Spa that will not only make for a rejuvenating treat but will help nourish her scalp and hair. Prices depend on hair length and start from P2,680.
For self-care gift items, CeraVe — which is the 3rd most recommended brand by dermatologists worldwide! — has a range of gentle products from cleansers to moisturizers, perfect for mom. As we grow older, our skin naturally changes — often becoming drier and more delicate, partly due to a drop in key hormones that help keep it hydrated and resilient. That’s why CeraVe makes such a thoughtful gift for moms. Its dermatologist-developed formulas are packed with ceramides and hydrating ingredients that help strengthen the skin barrier, locking in moisture and protecting against everyday irritation.
The brand just launched in the country and is currently offering complimentary and trial packs on their official Shopee store. If you want to shop offline, their products are available at Watsons, SM Beauty, LOOK, Mercury Drug, and Southstar Drug.
If you're wondering about its efficacy in the Philippines (as a brand that's gained such a sterling reputation in Western countries), L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty's Head of Medical Visit Virginie Cardon confidently shared to The Beat Asia during the launch that their products have gone through rigorous testing for environments such as ours: "We have conducted different chemical studies published in dermatological journals, and we have also done studies in humid environments, like the Philippines and India, and the rest of Southeast Asia."
Anna Fujimori, L'Oréal International Distribution's Head of Marketing, also revealed to us their number one recommendation this summer: "For the Philippines, the recommended product is the Moisturizing Lotion. It's extremely hydrating, and it has such a lightweight texture that even in this hot, humid Philippine weather, you'll still be able to use it every day. And it's also usable for babies, as young as two months old, so it's really something that everybody [of nearly all ages] can use."
Another self-care gift idea is candles. Somewhere Candle Co. sells unique candles and diffusers with scents inspired by popular cities. Find your mom’s favorite city and remind her of fond travel memories, or simply choose a scent to remind her of this special day. You can order directly from their Lazada store.
Have it Custom-Made
Personalized gifts are the best simply because they say, “I’ve thought of you while I picked this out.”
For moms who love to cook and are superheroes in the kitchen, this wooden chopping board from Tugon is the perfect gift. The best part about it is that you can have it personalized and engraved!
For bags and accessories, why not add a little flair to them by surprising her with leather goodies stamped or painted with her initials? The Leather Studio Manila offers hand-painted monograms for as low as P200 per inch, as well as hand-painted pet portraits! You can get a quote here.
Meanwhile, Straightforward is offering stamp services for as low as P50 (Free for a minimum spend of P3,000), which allows you to ‘make your own’ any bag from their personalized collection.
Fine and Dine Mom
For Filipinos, celebrations revolve around food. So why not gather the whole family for a nice meal she’ll cherish?
Solaire Resort Entertainment City has a ton of dining offers across its six restaurants and cafes. You can book a table at Fresh for a diverse buffet selection, enjoy an authentic salu-salo over a boodle fight spread at Waterside, or have an Afternoon Tea session with mom at Oasis Garden Café.

At Conrad Hotel, you can enjoy a lavish lunch and dinner buffet fit for a queen at Brasserie on 3 for only P3,800 per person on May 11, and enjoy their “Mom’s Day Decadence” collection of crafted cakes and pastries at the Bru Coffee Bar. Whole cakes start from P2,200 while themed pastries and confections start from P120.
And speaking of cakes, M Bakery is pulling out all the stops for the most important woman in our families with their decadent chocolate Mother’s Day cake. Prices start from P1,950, and you can call your preferred branch for pre-orders. You can find their contact information here.
There are loads of options that could perfectly fit your mom's preferences this weekend. If you're at a loss, check out our guide with hotel dining offers for Mother's Day here!
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