Gift Guide
Things That Make Mom's Life Easier
Ever wondered what the Moms of Maisonette Slack channel looks like? Here's a peek at the brands in our carts and the products we won't shut up about.
- Written By
- Katie Covington
Subtle Sparkle
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Gathre Playsets
Seesaw, swing, stomp + slide–inside. Our new foul-weather, get-the-wiggles-out friend. A rainy-day hero for when kids need to move it move it.
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An Eye Cream
MUTHA knows all. When it first launched, this eye cream didn't stay in stock for more than a few hours—made from a combination of ultra-hydrating hyaluronic acid and restorative rice peptides paired with immediate relief in the form of coffee extract to wake up tired under-eye area now we know why.
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Washable Silk
Lunya's slinky, sexy cuts in thick, cozy fabrics make us feel put-together enough for errands.
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A CBD Lip Balm
Need to chill? Same. Experiment with the cult-favorite balm from Vertly with full-spectrum CBD on everyone’s lips.
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A Bag That Can Go Anywhere
Upgrade your NPR totebag to an easy-to-clean and carry tote that doesn't look like a mom bag but was designed by one to stand up to a life lived with minis.
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A Summer-Ready Table
Lisa Corti's maximalist placemats, tablecloths and napkins have been designed by a mother-daughter duo in Italy and block printed by hand in India for sixty years in a riot of colors and patterns that all somehow work together. The happy mix-and-match aesthetic tends to hide all manner of drips and drops for an anything-goes ethos well-suited to dining with kids.
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Effortless Summer Dress
This lace-mesh stitch dress is easy to roll and pack for travel and requires zero effort once you arrive.
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A Beach-ready Wagon
Ever tried to push your kids across a beach or ball field in a traditional stroller? No thank you. The moms in my beach town are into the Wonderfold for transporting two and three minis across the boardwalk.
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Pretty Stainless Steel Dishes
We love these BPA-free dishes designed by a Pediatrician-mom to encourage healthy variety, portions and habits. They're dishwasher safe, don't peel or crack, and add a little delight to the dinner table.
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A Way to Organize the Chaos
Mustard Made lockers come in the most satisfying shades and several sizes. The two rails in the Twinny style mean minis can reach their favorite outfits which might even help minis get dressed faster in the morning.
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A Card Stash
Having the perfect card on hand for every spring birthday party, wedding, or shower is a true Mom flex.
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A Candle That Smells Like Vacation
Notes of juicy ripe grapefruit and black pepper intertwined with sea salt blend together for a bright, energizing scent. Balanced with dew drop accords and tarragon, Sea Salt Grapefruit will instantly transport us from the couch to a summer spot by the sea. Perfect for the witching hour.
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Lorna Murray hat
For sun-seekers who follow their derm's directions, Lorna Murray hats unfold like origami for protection that looks chic in Positano or the town pool.
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A Place to Sit
After getting everyone else set up, we need a place in the sun. From the backyard to the beach, the vintage-inspired chairs from Business & Pleasure have a modern sensibility, take less than a minute to set up, and stands up to sun, mold, and water.
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A Double-Duty Cleaner
How Oprah gets her glow. Combine exfoliating and cleansing in one gentle but effective step for hot summer days.
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A Week of Lunch Napkins
Bite-sized day-of-the-week napkins are a fun, sustainable addition to lunch boxes.
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A Tear-Free Bedtime
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A Sand-Free Towel
Just shake it off. Oversized, smooth and quick dry.
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A Skinny Car Seat
With Diono's skinny car seats it's possible to squeeze three kids in a row. Minivan midlife crises averted.
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A Cheeky Slipper
With a wide, soft straps and an easy on and off style they're perfect for any time you want to escape reality.
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A Hand For Nana
While moms may be fêted with popsicle flowers and macaroni necklaces on Mother's Day, Nana's and Grandma's are not-so-secretly angling to get in on the kid craft action. A kit like this one from eco kids lets you can stay off Pinterest.
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A Place in the Sun
With two built-in drink holders (one for rosé one for juice?) you may never want to get out.