Mother's Day Gifts for Tired Moms

Consistent, quality sleep is vital to our overall health and well-being, but it's especially challenging for sleep-deprived, busy moms. This Mother's Day, give your tired mom the gift of helping her relax and get a more restful night's sleep. Here are some of our favorite sleep product recommendations to help you with your gift buying.

UnHide Lil' Marsh Blanket.

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Lightweight, extremely soft, and 100% vegan, this blanket is perfect for cozy naps. CNET Sleep Editor Caroline Igo and her dog have been snuggling with this blanket for more than five years, and despite countless washings, it still feels as soft as the day she received it.

The exterior is softer than traditional faux fur and the interior features a velvety cozy feel. It's available in a variety of colors to match any space. Normally $109, you can pick up a medium Lil' Marsh blanket for $99 this Mother's Day.

Drowsy Silk Sleep Mask

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Sometimes the best gifts are the simplest. Named the Best Overall Sleep Mask of 2024 by CNET, Drowsy's 100% pure silk sleep mask is the perfect gift to help mom block out everything and get a great night's sleep. Made from premium materials, this cloud-like sleep mask features a dual-padded design for a comfortable fit that won't put pressure on your eyes.

"I find that it doesn't slide off my face while I sleep like other masks do, and the fluffy padding gives it complete blackout," says CNET's Caroline Igo. It can be paired with the previously recommended Fishers Finery 100% Pure Mulberry Silk Pillowcase for mom's ultimate sleep experience.

Homedics SoundSleep Machine

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A white noise machine may be the key to helping mom get deeper sleep, and wake up rested and rejuvenated. Voted Best Overall White Noise Machine of 2024 by CNET, the Homedics SoundSleep Machine is an affordable and easy-to-use device that delivers soothing sleep sounds such as white noise, as well as calming nature sounds such as rain, ocean waves, and thunder.

One of the best features of the Homedics Sound Spa is that it's lightweight and portable, so mom can take it with her when she travels and even move it around the house, from the bedroom to the nursery, says CNET's Angela Lang.

THISWORKS Deep Sleep Pillow Spray

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If the mom in your life needs a little extra relaxation, an essential oil spray can help promote calm and sleep. A spray bottle of essential oils can be sprayed on bedding, sheets, sleep masks, clothing, or yoga mats. "I love spraying my pillows and sheets with THISWORKS Deep Sleep Pillow Spray," says sleep editor Caroline Igo, "This modern-day rest savior will leave me feeling great in the morning, looking refreshed, and good sleep keeps my skin looking its best." 

This calming spray contains lavender, chamomile, and vetiver in a not-too-overpowering scent. Sprayed directly onto bedding before bedtime, this effective formula has been shown to restore normal rest patterns. Use before bed to help you rest faster, reduce restlessness, and improve the quality of your rest.

Recess Mood Drinks

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These mood sodas from Recess are a personal nightly favorite of CNET's Jessica Rendall - not only do they taste great, but the natural ingredients help her relax. "They're like drowsy girl non-alcoholic cocktails, but you can buy them from the grocery store," Jessica explains.

Recess offers a variety of delicious drinks and powders in flavors including strawberry rose, peach ginger, black cherry, and blood orange. If you're not sure which flavor your mom likes, consider purchasing a sample pack. In any case, magnesium- and adaptogen-rich soda can help her feel calm, cool, and collected.