Not to alarm you, but Mother’s Day is this weekend. If you’re blanking on what to get your mother (or significant parental figure in your life, depending on your family structure), here are a few ideas. There’s something for all kinds of mums, but especially those who love a good gadget or appliance.
Sonos Play: $499
The Sonos Play is such a great speaker for both playing music inside the home, and then just picking it up to take it outside to play in the garden. It’s a versatile way to get started in the Sonos ecosystem, or add to an existing one. You can read our review here for more info.
Midea Rice Cooker: $169
Cooking rice is something that’s easy to do in a pot on the stove if you’re not trying to do 1,000 other things. I have never met a mum who isn’t trying to do 1,000 things. So, an induction rice cooker that makes rice well and reasonably fast is a great, time-saving gift if she has the bench space.
This Midea rice cooker has a 5L capacity, cooks rice evenly (so even Top Chef judges won’t complain), and has a multifunction steamer so you can make two components of the dish at the same time.
Midea 34L 1200W Smart Inverter Microwave: $169
Microwaves are an essential part of life in 2026. As a mum, if I didn’t have a good microwave to heat my daughter’s snacks for the day, and then defrost the meal-prepped dinner each night, I think something in me would snap, and I would end up roaming the woods in a bathrobe. No one wants that.
If your mum’s microwave is starting to get a bit old and isn’t doing the job anymore, then a new 1200W Midea Smart Inverter Microwave is a gift she will absolutely love. It has a smart humidity sensor, nine preset menus, and is designed to reheat evenly.
Most importantly, it has number buttons instead of a dial and a button to open the door instead of a pull door, catering to boomer and Gen X mothers’ preferences.
Cricut Maker 4: $699
‘Cricut Mum’ is a stereotype for a reason. As someone who fits the stereotype, if you have a crafty mum, she will love the Cricut Maker 4. It’s a premium cutting machine that can handle almost everything you throw at it.
In no time, she’ll be making custom cards and customising t-shirts for family events. It’s currently on sale in some stores for $588 for Mother’s Day, so now is a good time to buy.
Shokz OpenFit Pro: $399
If your mum loves to exercise outdoors, take a lot of calls handsfree and/or listen to music/podcasts while needing to keep an ear out for the baby or the doorbell, then the Shokz OpenFit Pro are the best open ear headphones on the market. I’ve spent hundreds of hours in mine with almost no complaints, frequently forgetting that I’m wearing them. They’re an absolute game-changer for the open ear headphone category, and your mum deserves the best.
LG Smart Inverter Dehumidifier: $849
Is this the most exciting gift? No. But if your mum lives somewhere that gets a lot of condensation inside during winter, your mum is going to love this LG dehumidifier.
I’ve tested a fair few dehumidifiers in my time, and this one has been the easiest to empty. It also pulls an impressive amount of moisture out of the air pretty quickly, and there is a hose attachment for dehumidifying shoes or a wardrobe.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro with Sardine Case: $468
If your mum has a Samsung phone and ears, then she will likely enjoy the Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro. They sound good, they look good, and they unlock a bunch of special features with her recent Samsung phone.
Plus, there’s a sardine tin case, and everyone needs that.
Forza Horizon 6 Xbox Controller: $129
If your mum is anything like me, then she is eagerly anticipating the release of Forza Horizon 6. She would probably love this really pretty Xbox controller with which to play the game. It’s blue, it’s partially transparent, and it just looks cool.
Belkin Stage Creator Kit: $199.95
If your mum is a budding content creator, then get her everything she needs in one box with this Belkin Stage Creator Kit. It’s got a tripod and lapel mics, and they’re way better than you’d expect at this price.
Insta360 Ace Pro 2 Flash Print Bundle: $1,049
I love this bundle from Insta360. I keep the camera with the grip in the stroller bag so I can capture photos of my daughter without always sticking a phone in her face.
It’s so easy to use, the images come out at high quality, and the printer gives the instant satisfaction of a Polaroid without the horrifically high ongoing costs.
Lego Road Bike set: $199
I’ll be real, I mostly want me to have this (Editor: you are a mum, so it counts!). But cycling mums everywhere will love this 60cm long road bike Lego set. The wheels spin when you rotate the pedals! It has a little removable water bottle.
It’s just darling, and I— I mean she— needs one.
Tickets to The Devil Wears Prada 2: $40
I bet you any money that your mum wants to see this movie if she hasn’t already. Why not get her tickets to see it on the fancy new Apex LED screen at Hoyts Melbourne Central? I know I want that for me.
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