Shopping for a mom in their 40s can be intimidating, but we have you covered – here are the perfect birthday presents they’ll love to receive.
Huggie hoops will bring joy on an everyday basis, while leather tote bags personalized with her initials would also make thoughtful presents.
Jean Jacket
Quality should always come first when picking out gifts for someone in their 40s. Mothers in their forties likely already own plenty, and now is an opportunity to give something that can stand the test of time.
Daniel Kaluya’s character nicknames Jean Jacket after an unwilling family horse who refused to be trained and became wild, belying typical expectations about spacecraft as spaceship-powered vehicles from another planet; instead, Jean Jacket is depicted similar to traditional artistic depictions of angels in the film.
Now that she’s entering her 40s, this is an opportune time to help her keep track of all the places she has traveled through this fun travel journal.
Tote Bag
At 40, many moms experience an increase in self-confidence that can fuel lifestyle changes. Help your mom celebrate this transition with an attractive yet practical tote bag featuring multiple interior and exterior pockets as well as monogram capabilities for personalized touches.
An exquisite pair of 14k gold huggie style earrings makes a thoughtful present, and these 14k gold huggie style ones from Huggies will fit her petite frame beautifully. Additionally, she can add this stress-relieving adult coloring book to her collection for even greater stress relief!
HelloFresh subscriptions make an ideal present for busy moms. With pre-portioned meals and various customization options, HelloFresh makes life easy for gifting them pre-made meals – plus it lets them add personal messages along with every delivery!
Bar Upgrade
Mom may begin looking for more sophisticated or elegant gifts when she enters her 40s, and will love this set of elegant glasses to elevate her cocktail game.
If she loves traveling, this guide to the best places to visit will make for a fantastic read that will bring back all her past adventures. Make it extra memorable by adding a framed map showing where she has already traveled!
If she’s an avid reader, this Kindle Paperwhite makes an excellent present with its glare-free display and long battery life. Or give her something smart like Apple AirTag so she won’t misplace her purse or phone again!
Candle
Once someone hits 40, they tend to have moved past their trendy 20s and adulting 30s, amassing an assortment of belongings which fill their home – which makes finding something they don’t already possess somewhat challenging.
If you’re searching for an impressive yet practical gift, check out this candle that relights itself when it is blown out! Plus it comes with its own reusable tin!
Fragrance can make her feel like royalty, and this perfume sampler set from Otherland includes five of its signature scents in miniature bottles that make an ideal present. Furthermore, its foot massager makes for an especially thoughtful gesture for nurses or restaurant workers who spend long days on their feet.
Slippers
Once a person enters their 40s, they often begin to develop a more confident sense of themselves and prioritize what’s important to them – making comforting or life-enhancing gifts especially appreciated at this stage in life.
Slippers make an excellent present for anyone in their 40s. Like house shoes, but with fluffier interior lining and worn on comfortable surfaces such as wood floors or carpeting indoors. Plus, slippers make for warmer footwear than socks do and can even be paired with cozy socks or even a cozy robe!
Travel Journal
Travel is likely a priority for them these days, making this travel journal the ideal 40th birthday present for her. Featuring a durable blue cloth cover with writing prompts to capture all their best memories from this year, it is sure to bring back fond memories!
Gen Xers love revisiting their childhoods through nostalgic treats such as Big League Chew and Blow Pops, making this gift box a fun and convenient way to bring those memories back. Additionally, all the treats included in it are made from real food so will actually be good for their bodies too!
These Brooklinen sheets are unbelievably soft and breathable – an important factor for those struggling to sleep. Additionally, these colors and sizes suit every sleeper perfectly!