10 Subscription Boxes That Make Perfect Mother's Day Gifts

Mother’s Day is the perfect time to show mom how much you really care. And this year, you can go beyond the simple card and flower combo and instead opt for a gift that’s tailored specifically to what she loves. Below, you’ll find 10 subscription boxes in a range of different themes, from foodie-friendly deliveries to monthly DIY projects. So treat your mom to her favorite hobby with one of these subscriptions.

1. TheraBox - Self-Care Subscription Box; $31/month

Mothers deserve self-care as much as the rest of us, which is why this box is so convenient. Each month, the service delivers one therapeutic activity along with six to eight self-care items to your mom's doorstep. Since the items change each month, your mom will gain new mindfulness and self-care tools along the way. April is TheraBox’s anniversary month, so they are doing a special box packed with over $175 worth of goodies.

Buy it: Cratejoy

2. Read, Relax & Recharge - By Introverts Retreat; $37/month

With the Introverts Retreat box, your mom will get a romance, mystery/thriller, or general fiction book by a female author, along with a curated snack, a hand-poured candle, a bottle of bath salts, and more. The best part is, if she doesn't enjoy the book she received, they'll send her another.

Buy it: Cratejoy

3. The Adults & Crafts Crate; $30/month

The Adults & Crafts Crate is for all the DIY moms out there. Each month, she'll get to do a trendy new activity like making a wine carrier, creating a clock, or learning to wood-burn. In each crate, all the tools, materials, and instructions are included, so your mom won’t have to make an emergency trip to the store. If you order by April 21, it will arrive by Mother’s Day, and use the code GETCRAFTY for a special discount.

Buy it: Cratejoy

4. The Plant Club; $36/month

If your mom has a green thumb and a hectic schedule, this subscription box should do the trick. Every month, she’ll receive a new houseplant, complete with soil, food, a pot, and care instructions. With most of the work taken out of it, all your mom has to do is find a nice spot in the house with plenty of sunshine.

Buy it: Cratejoy

5. Peace & Pages; $24/month

This box has everything your mom could ever need in order to relax. Every month, she’ll get one book plus a handful of items from small businesses across the U.S. The basic subscription includes one book, one bath item, and one aromatherapy item—while the deluxe plan has all that and adds in a book accessory and a snack. The book your mom receives is all dependent on the genre you choose, and past boxes have featured the likes of Jane Austen’s Emma and Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale.

Buy it: Cratejoy

6. EarthLove; $60/quarter

Does your mom always have some reusable shopping bags and bamboo straws with her whenever she leaves the house? Then chances are she’ll find plenty of new obsessions in the Earthlove box. Every quarter, she’ll receive a shipment of six to eight eco-friendly products like beauty supplies, snacks, socks, and home décor, along with a book on sustainable living.

Buy it: Cratejoy

7. Cheesy Academy; $104/quarter

For the cheese lovers and aspiring cheesemongers out there, this box is here to help make your mom's next charcuterie board extra special. Each month, CheesyAcademy sends local and international cheeses along with unique pairings and crafted cocktail kits. In addition, recipients are invited to an online classroom where they can learn more about the featured pairings. Use code FIRSTTIMER at checkout to get a special discount.

Buy it: Cratejoy

8. Laura’s Kitchen Table; $41/month

Laura’s Kitchen Table sends over food, drinks, and other kitchen items exclusively from women-owned small businesses. Each box is curated around a theme and includes a featured recipe related to said theme. Boxes also include items like desserts, spices, sauces, snacks, teas, coffee, cocktail mixers, and kitchen accessories. Laura’s Kitchen Table also provides a conversation card with questions to create discussions between family and friends and access to a private Facebook group to share products and swap recipes between members. Use code NEW10 at checkout to get 10 percent off your first box.

Buy it: Cratejoy

9. MasterClass; $15/month

If mom is always looking to learn and practice new hobbies, a subscription to MasterClass might be the perfect gift. Taught by some of the world’s leading experts, MasterClass has online classes in almost every subject imaginable created for students of all skill levels. The videos are on-demand, so it’s a perfect way to spend time with mom when both of you have time. Whether your mom likes cooking, yoga, or writing, MasterClass has something for everyone.

Buy it: MasterClass

10. Blue Apron; various

Blue Apron is a favorite for a reason. Every week, you can get your mom two to four delicious, easy-to-cook meals delivered right to her door. And each order can be tweaked to her tastes. Every box comes full of fresh ingredients—including proteins, vegetables, and spices—each perfectly measured with simple instructions. You can choose from meat, fish, and vegetarian options.

Buy it: Blue Apron

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