The Ultimate Guide to Zero Waste Mother’s Day Gifts

Find zero-waste Mother’s Day gifts for every kind of Mom and Mom figure! Shop by what she loves with our top ethical and sustainable picks.

Whether it’s mom, mommy, step-mom, grandmom, big sis, or the bestie that’s always been there, we’ve got you covered with a curated collection of sustainable Mother’s Day gifts perfect for every mom figure in your life.

Instead of settling for generic gifts, let’s get personal this year and find something as unique and caring as she is. In this curated guide, we’ve pulled together our top picks for Mother’s Day based on interest, so you can shop by what she loves to find a gift she’ll love.

And let’s not forget about Mama Earth in the process! She’s the OG mother nourishing and caring for us since day one. All the gifts in this guide are either plastic-free, made from recycled materials, zero waste, biodegradable, and made by small conscious businesses.

Showing appreciation for Mom and Mother Earth? That’s a double dose of love we’re so here for!

Shop By What She Loves:

Why Shop Sustainably on Mother’s Day? 

You’re busy spoiling Mom rotten - but what about the waste? You might not realize but conventional Mother’s Day gifts are harmful to the environment.

• Americans spent a total of more than 3 billion dollars on flowers for Mother’s Day, most of which are wrapped in plastic.
• Many flowers have made a long journey from South America, with Colombia and Ecuador growing the majority of America’s cut flower imports.
• Americans send 1.3 billion cards each year, including cards sent for Mother’s Day, racking up huge carbon emissions!

This isn’t to say you shouldn’t treat your Mom, or if you are a Mom, that you shouldn’t enjoy whatever gifts are bestowed on you.

Mom’s make our planet a better place and they deserve all the appreciation. But if we can choose gifts that are unique, personal, and conscious of the planet, then why not shop more lovingly?

Gifts For Your Plant Mom

From seed to flower, these moms have a big green heart that knows how to care, nourish, and grow.

Gifts For Your Pet Mom

These moms love their fur babies just as much as their human ones. They’re always ready for cuddles! 

Gifts For Your Crunchy Mom 

These moms are always equipped with granola bars and trail mix, ready to share their next adventure.

Gifts For Your Chef Mom 

In mom’s kitchen, every meal is seasoned with love and nostalgia. Is there anything better than her signature dish?

Gifts For Your Beauty Lover Mom

She taught you the secrets to her fresh skin and sweet scent…it’s time to return the favor with some pampering treats!

Gifts For Your Crafty Mom

Handmade with a heart of gold, these talented moms are always making beautiful treasures.

Gifts For Your Work Mom

These Supermoms love their job, but always make time for family too. How do they do it?!

Gifts For Soon-To-Be Moms 

A babe’s on the way and you just know these moms are going to do the best job. Give them so treats to help on their new journey.

Gifts For The Mom Friend

This special friend has always been there for you, offering the best motherly advice and ensuring you always feel loved and cared for.

Gifts For Grandmothers

They’re always there with sweet treats and juicy gossip…how could we forget about the grandmothers in our lives?