We are excited to announce the 2025/2026 Working Moms gift guide!

Every item on the list was recommended by Society of Working Moms members. In true SOWM fashion, the gifts are mostly from small, sustainable, minority owned businesses, so you can feel doubly good putting your dollars to work!

Because there is a little something for everybody, we’ve split up the guide based on price range vs. recipient.

$5 - $25 Range

Think “stocking stuffers” around the holidays, or otherwise little gestures of appreciation throughout the year!

01 | Organic Hard Candy ($4)

Great for: candy fans with sophisticated palates
What members say: It's organic, dye free, and all the things... and the flavors are bangin'! - Tashia S.
🔗 Shop Torie & Howard!

02 | Metal Scalp Massager ($7)

Great for: everyone who likes a scalp massage!
What members say: The most-utilized gift I've ever received! Got it from a roommate in college and now both of my kids love it, too! - Kate T.
🔗 Shop World Market!

03 | Mini Squishmallows (starting at $10)

Great for: little kids, middle kids (heck, even big kids/adults!)
Note: Opt for the 5” because everything is cuter in miniature (and because the big ones can get out of hand quickly — IYKYK!)
🔗 Shop JazWares!

04 | Charity Scratch Tickets (starting at $10)

Great for: people who insist they don’t want anything, corporate gifting, grandparents
Note: available in both digital and physical formats!
🔗 Shop LottoLove!

05 | Hot Sauce Duo ($11)

06 | Mini Candles ($11)

07 | Peanut Butter Crush Zzang Bars (2 for $12)

08 | Mystery Cash Bath Bombs ($12)

Great for: middle kids, young adults
Note: Choose from 3 scents; cash prizes inside range from $1, $2, $5, $10, or even $20!
🔗 Shop Uncommon Goods!

09 | Everyday Wins Checklist ($12)

Great for: the person who needs a reminder that they are doing a great job!
What members say: Her drawings and stickers speak to my heart! - Julie S.
Note: This shop also has greeting cards, stickers, washi tape, and so much more!
🔗 Shop Kwohtations!

10 | Velvet Scrunchie ($12)

Great for: middle kids, young adults, moms
What members say: Made by refugee women who are resettled in St. Louis as they connect with hope, income, community, and work skills along the way. - Ashlee S.
Note: Check out their beautiful batiks, too!
🔗 Shop Forai!

11 | Shea Butter Hand Cream ($12)

Great for: host/hostess gifts, teachers, moms, young adults
What members say: Another mighty women-run business!!! Their stuff is lovely! - Julie S.
🔗 Shop Soap & Paper Factory!

12 | Small Batch Candles (starting at $14)

Great for: host/hostess gifts, teachers, young adults
What members say: Candles are a go-to gift for when you don't know what else to get. This small shop’s nature inspired scents are delicious. - Jennifer W.
🔗 Shop Girl Naturalist!

13 | Amber Light Reading Lamp ($14)

Great for: anyone who likes to read at night
What members say: We have [these] in the kids' stockings... light hygiene is critical for melatonin/good sleep! - Sarah S.
Note: This shop has lots of red light options, too!
🔗 Shop Hooga Health!

14 | Fine Motor Set ($15)

Great for: little kids, kiddos in occupational therapy
Note: This store has TONS of great age/development-appropriate tools/toys for 18mos through 8+ years!
🔗 Shop Learning Resources!

15 | Cuddle Toys (starting at $15)

Great for: little kids, middle kids
Note: These are especially great if you have an obscure animal lover in your life! They have SO MANY varieties!
🔗 Shop Douglas Cuddle Toys!

16 | Beer + Chocolate Taster’s Box ($17)

Great for: beer & chocolate lovers, dads
Note: Comes with a tasting guide with 6 different beer pairing suggestions from Gail Ambrosius herself.
🔗 Shop Gail Ambrosius Chocolatier!

17 | Personalized Laser Cut Ornaments ($18)

Great for: teachers, hosts/hostesses, grandparents, young adults with barren trees
Note: this Etsy shop has over 47.7k sales and 8,700 4.9 star reviews!
🔗 Shop Sweenks Custom Laser!

18 | Crochet Kits (starting at $20)

Great for: middle kits, young adults, crafty folk
Note: There are many beginner-friendly options for craft-inclined folks with no crochet experience. Recommended for 12+.
🔗 Shop The Woobles!

19 | Wool Socks (various)

Great for: any adult who now realizes that a nice pair of socks is actually *the best* present you could get.
🔗 Shop Darn Tough
🔗 Shop Faribault Woolen Mills
🔗 Shop Smartwool

$26 - $50 Range

20 | Shampoo & Conditioner Bars ($29 for set)

Great for: eco-conscious moms (or teens!) looking to reduce plastic waste
Note: They also have a build-a-bundle feature where you can save on 3-5 products.
🔗 Shop HiBar!

21 | Libro.fm Credits (2 for $30)

Great for: teachers, commuters, audio book fans looking for an alternative to Audible/Amazon
Note: They have lots of kid titles, too, if you are looking to improve independent listening skills!
🔗 Shop Libro.fm!

22 | Ceramic Spoon Rest ($32)

Great for: host/hostess gifts, teachers, anyone who enjoys being in the kitchen
Note: This Etsy shop has 486 5-star reviews and more than 1,600 sales!
🔗 Shop Sarah Crowley Ceramics!

23 | The WondLa Trilogy Box Set ($33)

Great for: middle kids, young adults, fans of sci-fi fantasy
What members say: We watched WondLa on Apple TV and loved it. I got [my daughter] the book series... I was hooked as much as she was! - Natalia G.
🔗 Shop Thriftbooks!

24 | Plateau Basket ($35)

Great for: host/hostess gifts, teachers, anyone who loves a vibrant pop of color
What members say: Gorgeous African-made homewares and accessories where exceptional craft meets economic opportunity. - Ashlee S.
🔗 Shop Indego Africa!