15 Cute Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for First-Time Grandmas

There is something really comforting about sitting down to a warm cup of tea. Of course, moms don’t always get the time to drink a cup while it’s still warm, but grandma can relish in that now. This gift set comes with a variety of teas and botanicals to zhuzh it up.

If grandma loves to spend time outside with her plants, gifting a customized outdoor flowerpot is something she will enjoy over and over again. It’s not too big, so it can even fit on a small balcony (and will work indoors, too) and can be used to grow flowers, air-purifying plants, or whatever grandma’s heart desires. The personalized message can be playful or heartwarming, too.

Sure, we have Instagram and texts to share new photos of our kids with their grandparents, but there’s something special about a book of photos they can hold in their hands of their favorite people. Grandma will love to flip through the pages of baby’s first photo, cuddles with Grandma, and all those first-year memories.

So many families have a special recipe that’s been passed down for generations. The recipe is typically held close and means a lot, which is why this customized family recipe cutting board is the sweetest gift idea. Now not only can the recipe be passed down and shared, but the cutting board can go along with it.

We know there’s a joke that moms only get robes for gifts, but this one isn’t a typical robe. Instead of a fluffy cotton one, this one is made from soft and light material and has the most gorgeous watercolored flowers as the pattern. It’s perfect for any body type, and grandma will look comfortable and stylish at the same time. Which is a big win, right?

Who doesn’t love a nice relaxing and warm bath with fragranced salts? Grandma will definitely be excited to jump into a warm bath surrounded by the scents of lavender, jasmine, rose, eucalyptus, and spearmint. If she has a favorite, pick up a few – or offer her several different options depending on the mood she’s in.

Many of us have memories of visiting our grandmas during the holidays or summers, and we always looked forward to the cookie jar treat. And why not start that tradition early for the new grandmother in your life? Whether she fills them with cookies, tea bags, jellybeans, or anything in between, the ability to customize this with a personal message makes it extra adorable.

If a new baby will be entering the world soon, this is a sweet idea to celebrate grandma’s new title. It can be personalized with a sonogram in the center of a leather case that comes in a choice of six different colors. And the front of the keychain can be personalized with a selection of phrases (like "Grandma" or "Nana"), or it can be customized and tailored to the person receiving the gift.

For many of us, a sweet tooth never goes away, but when our kids have moved out of the house, being able to eat a full baked dessert is harder and harder. So, for the grandma who loves to bake, this split pie pan means she can make two different flavors of pie instead of only one.

This adorable New York Times best seller tells the story of a special bond between a grandma and her grandkids. It’s a fun story that flips the role of babysitting. Ever wonder what might happen if the kids were in charge of grandma? This story is one she'll love, and the kids will be excited to have her read it over and over to them when they're older.

This is like the gift that keeps on giving! This Wi-Fi-enabled picture frame connects to an app, which means not only can grandma control what’s showing on the frame, but the rest of the family can too. Surprise her with a new photo or video as often as you want. It’s a sweet way to let her know she’s an essential part of the family and very loved.

For the grandma who loves to craft but doesn’t want it to take up too much room, this is a great tool for a DIY lover. She’ll be able to make anything she can think of with one of the most popular craft tools. It’s lightweight and really easy to set up, which makes it extra perfect, too.

Hummingbirds are beautiful creatures, and if some can be found in grandma’s yard, this sweet modern glass house bird feeder is the perfect size to invite them. Because it’s made of glass, there's nothing to obstruct the view. The feeder is lightweight but sturdy, so it can hang from a tree or near a window where the birds can get super close and little ones can be endlessly fascinated.

It’s never a wrong move to go with a comfy PJ set for a mom for Mother’s Day, which means grandma's going to love it, too. This set is soft, breathable, and comes in several colors. There’s even the option of getting one for yourself, too, so everyone can match in style.

Shower grandma with love with this fill-in-the-blank book that makes it easy to express exactly how she makes the family feel. While a new baby will be too young to fill it out, it's great to have around as they start talking. This book is full of 39 different prompts that can be filled in, plus extra space to do whatever makes sense – whether that’s drawings, photos, or sweet sayings.