Dear Mom: You raised us, you loved us, you taught us how to truss a chicken. And it can often feel like an impossible task to find a tangible object to truly express our gratitude. That said, the following 14 items, all under $50, are a start.
14 Thoughtful Mother’s Day Gift Ideas That All Cost Less Than $50

Maggie Wu
1. Maggie Wu Forever Scrunchie
For the mama who’s always hustling—and needs something chic to tie her hair back.
Buy It ($28)

Skylar
9. A Subscription To Skylar’s Scent Club ($20/month)
Your mom prides herself on always smelling lovely—why not gift her with a chance to try the first-ever clean fragrance monthly subscription? What she’ll get: A new fine fragrance every month (the debut scent, “Magic Bloom,” has notes of pear, yuzu and magnolia) and a site discount so that she scoop up anything additional she wants.

Greetabl
14. A Greetabl Box
You can schedule the exact delivery time of this beautifully designed message in a box, then fill it with an assortment of items—like peach bellini gummy hearts or a potpourri for a botanical facial steam. Done and done.
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