Everyone knows moms spend a great deal of their time and energy making sure everyone else’s needs are met. So this Christmas, give your mom (or wife, sister, friend) a gift that helps her take care of herself and be mindful of her own sense of purpose in the midst of her busy schedule. Here’s a list of goodies that I—or your loved one—would be thrilled to receive.
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HapaMama’s Mindful Mama Gift Guide
Bee House individual teapot
A cup of brewed loose-leaf tea is a great start to the day, and this Bee House 26oz Round Ceramic Teapot
Hugger Mugger yoga mat
Yoga is a great way to exercise, de-stress and maybe even get 90 minutes to be completely self-centered (in a good way!). And a thick, comfortable mat can make practice even more perfect. I’ve been using the Hugger Mugger Nature Collection Ultra Mat
Manduka Yoga Bag
Of course, she’s going to want to carry that new mat to class in style. I’ve been eyeing this Manduka MatSak Yoga Bag
Voluspa Candle
Mom can relax with the sophisticated scent (and beautiful tins) of Voluspa Candles, which come in handy tins that won’t shatter if knocked over by little hands and can even be packed for travel. This season they have some wonderful Asian-inspired fragrances, such as Yuzu Rose Stonecrop
Be Brave phone case
Mamas spend a lot of time encouraging others. Why not give her some encouragement, too? She can wear her mantra on her iPhone, with this Be Brave watercolor floral case from Casetify (affiliate link). I’ve been using the beautiful and durable cover which I received as a sample, and there are many other styles, some with graphics or sayings, and others that you can customize with your own images.
Image Credit: Casetify
My Intent bracelet and necklace
Image Credit: My Intent
I received an awesome engraved necklace from My Intent, as part of the Asian American Journalists Association conference earlier this year. Their necklaces and bracelets (like the Pura Vida style above) come stamped with a custom phrase of your choice and with prices beginning at just $12, they are also very affordable.
Books by Brene Brown
One book that’s made an impact on me during the past year is Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead
Moleskine Sketchbook
A mindful mama needs a place to jot down those flashes of brilliance. Moleskine notebooks are the loveliest way to keep bucket lists (or to-do lists) looking good. While black is the classic color, I enjoy the colorful ones — unlined–like the Moleskine Art Plus Red Hardcover Sketchbook.
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Being a lover of tea the Bee House individual teapot is something I think would be so fun to recieve/give for the holidays! Having different colors also gives it some cute personalization which is perfect when it comes to buying a gift.
As a mama I wouldn’t mind some of these myself. Great list!
Loved the suggestions – particularly Brown Books and glad to be introduced to I’m not the nanny.
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Love the My Intent necklace and bracelet. I also love the phone cover – having a great encouraging message is perfect!
I like Moleskine Sketchbook.
I’m digging the bracelets. Love.
the be brave phone case is neat.
I love the yoga mat and the candle. Those are things I would love to have and use.
I like the Be Brave phone case and Hugger Mugger yoga mat.
As a tea lover myself, the Bee House Individual Teapot will really come in handy! It looks compact but elegant at the same time, definitely perfect for serving the guest a cup of tea in the afternoon ??
I love the Be Brave phone case – very pretty
I love the Voluspa Candles and the Hugger Mugger Yoga Mats. Both would make great holiday gifts.
My Intent bracelet and necklace
I like the Hugger Mugger Yoga Mat!
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i love that teapot!
I like the Voluspa Candle the most.
I love the yoga mat and the candle
I love the teapot!
My favorite thing is the Voluspa candle. It’s nice to have something that can be used daily that’s not expensive.
Im loving the bee house individual tea pot. I love tea in general
I like the Yoga bag and mat the most! I do love the Be Brave Phone case too.
Such an awesome gift guide. I am really loving that ‘be brave’ phone case. I love the saying and the design is so pretty!
I love the individual teapot and the yoga mat carrier. I have also been meaning to read the Brene Brown book – I’ll be putting that on my library list!
Candles – love that they can travel.
Like the candle, LOVE the teapot.