25 best last-minute Mother's Day gifts — shop my favorite deals from Kindle, Le Creuset, YETI and more
Whether you're shopping for your mother, your wife or another maternal figure in your life, there are tons of great gifts to suit her specific tastes or needs — at a wide range of price points to fit your budget. And fortunately, I've narrowed down all the best Mother's Day deals you can shop before it's too late.
From affordable little luxuries and daily essentials to modern tech and cozy favorites, here are all the great gifts that Mom deserves this Mother's Day.
Best Mother's Day Deals
Mother's Day sale: deals from $4 @ Target
If you're looking to shop something special for Mom (without breaking the bank), Target has tons of great deals that she'll love. From clothing and candles to Kindles, there's plenty of gifting options to choose from.
Cozy Earth Mother's Day sale: up to 35% off @ Cozy Earth
From pajamas and sleep masks to bedding and blankets, Cozy Earth's name says everything you need to know. They make some of the softest and coziest products on the market — many of which are 25% off for Mother's Day. I recommend buying your favorite lady these Rib-Knit Classic Long Sleeve Pajama Set for nearly $50 off.
Amazon
Echo Pop:
was $39
now $27
at Amazon
Amazon's compact smart speaker packs Alexa features into a space-saving design. The front-facing speaker delivers clear audio for music and podcasts, while still handling all your usual voice commands. Good for nightstands or desks where space is tight, and the semi-sphere design looks cleaner than typical smart speakers.
Brooklinen
Mulberry Silk Eyemask:
was $35
now $29
at Brooklinen
If Mom needs a little extra help catching those Z's, this sleep mask is sure to do the trick. Made of Mulberry silk, it offers the perfect amount of elasticity, comfort and is also machine washable. I've tried several other brands of sleep masks over the years but nothing compares to this breathable, soft and cool to the touch mask from Brooklinen.
Stanley
Quencher H2.0 Tumbler (40 oz):
was $45
now $33
at Amazon
Feeling extra thirsty? This Stanley Quencher H2.0 FlowState Tumbler hold a whopping 40 oz of water. It's made with recycled stainless steel, features a 3-position lid, and reusable straw. Its double-wall vacuum insulation can keep water ice cold for 40 hours and it can fit in most cup holders.
Crocs
Classic Floral Cut-Out Clog:
was $54
now $34
at Crocs US
These Crocs are oozing with spring style! If Mom is a fan of Crocs, these are a must-shop. The Classic Clog features a fresh, feminine twist thanks to its floral-inspired cutouts. The fun shoe is lightweight and comfortable, meaning you'll want to sport them all spring long.
NEOM
Massage Oil Candle for Sleep:
was $47
now $39
at Amazon
NEOM makes some really nice candles using 100% natural fragrances — and this one's great for your skin and your sleep. If you didn't know a candle could do this much, it can. Using a wonderful blend of lavender, chamomile and patchouli, it'll help you relax. Plus, the careful use of oils and cocoa seed butter will moisturize and hydrate your skin.
Lego
Wildflower Bouquet:
was $59
now $47
at Amazon
A bouquet of LEGO roses will last much longer than a bouquet of normal flowers, making these an awesome Mother's Day gift. The best part is that building the flowers makes for a fun activity to share with Mom.
Keurig
Iced and Hot K-Cup Maker:
was $79
now $69
at Walmart
If Mom likes her coffee hot as much as she likes it iced, but can't wait for grounds to steep overnight (or doesn't divulge in half a pot of caffeine every day), then this handy countertop appliance makes for a great gift — even more so when it's $10 less than normal. Two-thousand-plus reviewers rave about the simple effectiveness (it even brews tea!) of this machine and its sleek, compact appearance.
Blink
Video Doorbell + Outdoor 4:
was $159
now $79
at Amazon
This bundle deal gets you two great Blink devices for just $79. Answer your door from anywhere with Video Doorbell and help protect your home inside and out with our wire-free Outdoor 4 smart security camera. You don't want to miss out on this bundle that will save you $80.
Anthropologie
Luxe Faux Fur Throw Blanket:
was $138
now $104
at Anthropologie (US)
Help your mom lounge in the luxury she deserves with this oversized, faux fur throw blanket. It is extremely soft and its variety of tie-dye, gradient hues will stand out in any room. You might even recognize the viral faux fur blanket from TikTok!
Le Creuset
Stoneware Heritage Set 3 Rectangular Dishes:
was $195
now $134
at Le Creuset
Serve up your meals in style with this colorful set of 3 Le Creuset rectangular dishes, measuring 12.5-inch, 10-inch and 7.5 inch. The high quality stoneware ensures excellent heat distribution from uniform browning and even cooking without hot spots, while keeping food warm or cold for serving. With over a dozen color options, you can choose Mom's favorite.
Kindle
Paperwhite Essentials Bundle, Rose:
was $161
now $121
at Amazon
Is the mom you're shopping for a bookworm? This bundle includes the 16GB version of the excellent Kindle Paperwhite alongside a fabric protective cover (in a pretty pink rose color) and a power adapter. The 16GB space will hold enough books to keep her reading for a long time.
Theragun
Mini Massage Gun:
was $199
now $169
at Amazon
Theragun's travel-sized massage gun comes with three foam attachments, so you can tailor the device based on your aches and pains. Therabody makes high-tech wellness feel luxurious, so Mom will definitely be blown away.
Beats
Studio Pro X Kim Kardashian:
was $349
now $169
at Amazon
The Beats Studio Pro x Kim Kardashian Special Edition in color Dune look like they could've been pulled off the color palette from the same-named blockbuster movie franchise. The shade's warmth reminds me of the evening desert. Beyond the fancy color option, there's no real difference between these and the standard Beats Studio Pro. They are discounted less often, however, so if you're interested in this color, then now is the time to grab a pair. In our Beats Studio Pro review, we found one of the best parts of these headphones was their battery life.
Ninja
0.5-quart Creami:
was $229
now $199
at Target
There's nothing better than a bowl of ice cream — and this gadget has earned plenty of social media points for being the best at what it does. In our Ninja Creami review, we praised it for its ease of use (dangerously easy!), its multiple functions, and how many customizable recipes are available for it.
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Kindle
Colorsoft Signature Edition:
was $279
now $224
at Amazon
The new Kindle Colorsoft features all the benefits of a Kindle, only in glorious color. If you want to see books or read comics in color, this is the Kindle you've been waiting for. While it's decidedly expensive, it delivers on the promise of providing the Kindle experience in color. In our Kindle Colorsoft review, we called it a winner thanks to its sharp and vibrant color display, lightweight design, long battery life, and enormous Kindle library.
Shark
FlexStyle System:
was $299
now $239
at Amazon
This Shark FlexStyle system is a great choice for about half the price of the Dyson Airwrap. Of course, the hair tools someone needs depends on their hair type, but overall, this all-in-one system is an awesome choice to replace Mom's old hair drier.
KitchenAid
Classic Series 4.5 Quart:
was $349
now $249
at Amazon
Big enough to make up to eight dozen cookies — that's 28 grams of dough if you were wondering — this mixer features a tilt-head design for better mixing and 10 speeds to do the heavy lifting of a meal or frozen treat for you. It can quickly whisk, mix, beat and whip up a storm. It also comes with silver coated flat beater, dough hook and 6-wire metal whip. Get baking with this great deal.
Apple
Watch 10 (GPS/42mm):
was $399
now $299
at Amazon
The latest Apple Watch model has a larger display than its predecessors, as well as a performance bump to include sleep apnea notifications, faster charging, and temperature sensing. The design is extra sleek, too. In our Apple Watch 10 review we said the optimized watchOS 11 experience and faster charging are worthwhile and make this the Apple Watch to get for most people. Plus, you can't go wrong with a pastel blue band for springtime.
Shark
LED Face Mask + SmoothStyle Heated Comb:
was $449
now $399
at Amazon
This is the perfect Mother's Day bundle! Give Mom the gift of beauty with this Shark CryoGlow LED Mask that refreshes skin with MedSpa-inspired under-eye cooling and LED treatments. It's bundled with the Shark SmoothStyle hair tool, which perfects all hair types with smooth, voluminous, frizz-free styles — no heat damage. Mom is sure to love getting pampered with these luxurious tools.
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I also liked the included headrest, which you can detach and use elsewhere as a pillow if you decide to change positions. With my lower back on the headrest, my feet and legs fit comfortably inside the lounger. When I wanted to recline back more, I set my feet on top of the outer edge of the float, which was just as comfortable a position. I tested Sloosh's large-sized lounger, which was roomy enough to support my almost 5-foot-7-inch frame, but the brand does offer an extra-large size that will give you 15 more inches of length and 11 extra inches of width. The Sloosh is also designed with some thoughtful features that increase the overall lounging experience, like the aforementioned inflatable headrest for added support, two cup holders for your favorite beverages and an attached exterior rope to tether yourself to other floats or dock yourself to something stationary. Since it's currently on sale for $25, you'll be lucky to find a more affordable pool float or tanning lounger that offers the same level of versatility, comfort and quality design as the Sloosh. Related article The 16 best pool lounge chairs, according to design experts Setting it up was simple Though the Sloosh lounger didn't come with any assembly instructions, it was pretty straightforward to figure out what goes where. For the main lounger, there are two points for inflation: one on the outside that inflates the exterior sides and one on the inside that inflates the ribbed base. The Sloosh lounger also comes with an inflatable headrest, which you can clip to the back of the lounger to hold it in place. The only pain point is that all these sections have to be inflated separately. This entire inflation process took just over five minutes, though I did make use of an electric air pump to speed things up. When you're done lounging, you can release any water from inside the float using the interior drain hole. From there, you'll pull out and pinch the inflation nozzles to release air from the lounger. This job is best suited for two people: one to keep the inflation nozzles held open and the other to help press down on and roll up the body of the lounger. With the air out, I was able to get the float and headrest back into the original box, but I'd recommend finding a separate bag or storage option for long-term or frequent use, since the cardboard box is bound to get soggy or damaged over time. It feels durable Pool floats don't have a reputation for being crafted with the highest quality materials; they lose air, rip or pop seemingly out of the blue. I even tried to use a brand-new pool float instead of an air mattress once and woke up with my head on the floor and a deflated sheet of plastic beneath me. Needless to say, I had pretty low expectations for the Sloosh lounger. While it's difficult to simulate a whole summer of use in an afternoon of testing, I did my best to test the lounger's durability by jumping on it, throwing it around, dragging it across grass and concrete with a person inside it, and leaving it to sit in direct sunlight for over four hours. To my pleasant surprise, the Sloosh lounger held up well against the roughhousing. The only real signs of wear were some scuff marks on the bottom of the lounger, which you could wipe clean if you desired. Most impressively, the lounger consistently held its air throughout the day. After leaving it sitting in the hot sun, I expected it to feel slightly less bouncy when I returned a few hours later, but it still felt as if I had just inflated it. Even after jumping and flopping around on it, the Sloosh didn't appear to suffer any major air loss. The PVC material is thick enough to withstand scratches and compression without making the lounger feel heavy. Plus, all the small parts on the Sloosh, like the inflation nozzles, clasps for the headrest and docking rope felt just as soundly made. I also appreciated that the box for the Sloosh included two vinyl repair patches, so you can easily fix up your lounger if it does get a small hole. There are lots of color options Maybe you couldn't care less about what your inflatable lounger looks like. But if you do, you'll be happy to hear that Sloosh's lounger comes in an array of colors and prints, including nine iterations of the tropical leaf print one I tested, nine solid color options and nine other patterns. You can also grab the Sloosh lounger in an oval design. While the color won't affect the performance of the lounger, it's still nice to be able to choose something that matches your preferred relaxation aesthetic. You need a pump to inflate it My main gripe with the Sloosh lounger was that, despite the box claiming that it was 'easy to inflate,' it didn't come with any sort of air pump. It also didn't come with directions for how to inflate or assemble it properly. Granted, if you've ever inflated anything before — like another pool float, an air mattress or even a bike tire — you'd be able to figure out the relatively simple process. I ended up using an electric air mattress pump to get the Sloosh set up. You could also probably use a manual air pump for quick inflation, but I would not recommend blowing this up by mouth, unless you want to feel severely lightheaded. It's not great for taking on the go While the pump immensely sped up the process and had the main lounger inflated in just over a minute, having to depend on it for inflation is inconvenient. This method works fine if you're planning to use the lounger within a few feet of your own home, but if you want to take it the beach, park or local pool, you'll have to bring it already inflated or pack the pump in your bag and hunt down a place to plug it in — both of which are incredibly awkward options. This severely limits the lounger's portability, and though it might not be a deal breaker for at-home users, for those looking to lounge elsewhere, a complicated setup is the last thing you want when you're trying to relax. Even on sale for $25, the Sloosh lounger is still more expensive than some other run-of-the-mill pool floats, but what you're paying for is superior quality, comfort and versatility — all of which are bound to improve your precious relaxation time. While I didn't love that there's no pump included, you can grab one for less than $15 on Amazon to significantly speed up the setup process. Though it might not be the perfect option for travel, the Sloosh Inflatable Lounger is a handy at-home aid for those without easy access to a pool or beach. It's also something that kids, teens and adults can all make use of. Let's just say, you'll be glad you have it in your home the next time a heat wave rolls through. Can you tan on a pool float? Can you tan on a pool float? Being in any direct sunlight — whether on a pool float or not — increases your exposure to UV radiation and increases the likelihood that your skin might burn. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen on your face and body to prevent skin damage. You should reapply at least every two hours, as well as directly after swimming. Do you tan faster in a pool? Do you tan faster in a pool? According to The University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center, surfaces like water, snow and even sand can reflect UV rays from the sun. This means you're getting direct UV exposure from the sun as well as indirect exposure scattered from the surrounding surfaces. UV rays can also reach below the surface of water, so whether you're swimming or sitting poolside, you should be dutiful about applying and reapplying sunscreen to keep your skin protected. CNN Underscored has a team of skilled writers and editors who have many years of experience testing, researching and recommending products, and they ensure each article is carefully edited and products are properly vetted. We talk to top experts when applicable to make certain we are testing each product accurately, recommending only the best products and considering the pros and cons of each item. For this story, associate editor Jillian Tracy tested the Sloosh Inflatable Tanning Pool Lounger Float, assessing it for comfort, durability and overall value.
