Come the holidays, mothers are notoriously difficult to shop for. Ask Mom what she wants and she’ll probably tell you something like … “Nothing!” Or mothers say they already have everything they could possibly want. But is that always really the case? Nah! We don’t think so!
That’s why we partnered with eBay and polled parenting bloggers around the country about what gifts they really (really!) want to unwrap. Read on to get an idea (or three!) for the perfect holiday gift your mom will adore
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The Mom Who Wants A Meditation Staycation: Soothing Sounds
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Jodie Rodriguez of Growing Book By Book loves the idea of a tranquil indoor water fountain. Its white noise “will be the perfect escape on a cold winter day,” said Rodriguez. Whether it’s a fountain or a white noise machine, peace can be priceless.
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The Mom Who Adores A Bold Pop Of Color: Lipstick
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Lisa Williams, the co-founder and editor of TantrumXYZ, loves lipstick. “They say lipstick is like switching the lights on on your face,” Williams said, “and on some days I need as much light as I can get.”
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The Parent Who Loves To Listen (Or Tune Out The Noise) : Headphones
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Kerri Howell of A Wine For All Times put Beats headphones on her holiday wish list. “My gym time is my refuge from the crazy working parent world; these headphones would be the soundtrack to my sanity.”
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The Mom Who Wants To Print Professional-Quality Photos In A Snap: A Printer
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These days, the pictures we snap end up languishing in our Instagram feeds, but no one will know if you don’t display them -- which is why Anitra Durand Allen of The Mom On The Move wants a photo printer for the holidays. “I want to be sure special moments stick with us for a long time,” Allen said.
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The Mom With Major Imagination: A Book
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Because inquiring minds want to know … human development expert Amy Webb of The Thoughtful Parent would like to get a book for the holidays. And not just any book - this one, specifically: The Gardener and the Carpenter: What the New Science of Child Development Tells Us About the Relationship between Parents and Children.
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The Mom Who Loves Fright Night Flicks: ‘The Walking Dead’ Collection
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It may not surprise you that Petrina Burman, founder of the blog The Walking Mombie, would love almost anything with a “Walking Dead” theme, including a chance to go on this all-things-“Walking Dead” cruise. It looks like a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. (Or is that a once-in-an-after-lifetime?!)
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The Mom Who Sprints Through The Week: Sneakers
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On her mark, get set, go! Whitney Sewell, a contributor at Nashville Moms Blog, wants sneakers to get a jump start on the new year. Sewell said the Adidas Original Superstars in particular are “both cute and comfortable ... for chasing young children.”
When it comes to mom or anyone else on your holiday list, choose the right gift. eBay is the best destination for discovering great value and a unique selection of gifts. The gifts your loved ones are waiting for are waiting on eBay.