Mum is often the hardest person to buy for at Christmas. She says she doesn't need anything, she already has plenty of candles, and she'd honestly be happy with a phone call. But you still want to give her something that feels like you.
We're a small Australian business, and a lot of our Christmas orders are for mums. So here are the gifts we'd suggest, from a small stocking filler to something she'll keep on her bedside table for years. Every price is in Australian dollars and was checked on our shop when we wrote this.
Start with what Mum actually enjoys
Before you buy anything, think about how Mum spends a quiet hour. Does she read in bed? Sit with a cuppa in the lounge room? Potter around a home office? The best gifts fit into those moments, because she'll use them every day instead of saving them for "good".
It also helps to think about what she already loves. If her house always smells of vanilla, lean into that. If she has a soft spot for pink, rose quartz is an easy choice.
A crystal oil diffuser for her bedside or lounge ($89)
If you want one gift that feels special, this is the one we'd pick. Our crystal oil diffusers are $89 each. Each one has over 500g of natural stones in a glass cup that sits on a softly heated USB base.
Mum adds a few drops of fragrance oil to the stones and switches it on. The stones soak up the oil and let the scent out slowly, with a warm glow. There's no water tank to fill and no mist, which makes it a nice change from the usual gadget. Our guide on how to use a crystal oil diffuser walks through it step by step.
A few that suit mums especially well:
- Rose Quartz Crystal Oil Diffuser ($89). Soft pink stones. Rose quartz is often called the stone of love, which is why so many people choose it for Mum.
- Amethyst Crystal Oil Diffuser ($89). Deep purple stones. Amethyst is said to be a calming stone, so it suits a bedroom or a reading chair.
- Amethyst + Rose Quartz Crystal Oil Diffuser ($89). A mix of both, for when you can't choose.
You can see every stone side by side in our crystal oil diffusers collection. If you'd like help deciding, our post on which crystal oil diffuser to choose goes through each one.
A rose quartz crystal candle for a small gift ($11.49)
Not every gift needs to be big. Our 500g crystal candles come in a matte black glass jar with a wooden wick and real crystals in the wax. When we checked, they were on sale for $11.49 (down from $22.99), which makes them a lovely extra for Mum or a gift for a grandma, aunty or mother-in-law.
- Rose Bliss with Rose Quartz Crystal Candle. A soft rose scent. The listing gives a burn time of about 60 to 70 hours.
- Japanese Cherry Blossom Rose Quartz Crystal Candle. Light cherry blossom with jasmine and rose. Handmade in Australia.
The full range is in our crystal candles collection. Some scents sell out, so check the page for what's in stock.
A fragrance oil that smells like her ($20.99)
If Mum already has a diffuser, a new oil is an easy win. Our 10ml fragrance oils are $20.99 each, and a few drops on the stones is all she needs.
- Rose Quartz Fragrance Oil. Bright citrus over dried rose petals, jasmine, sandalwood and musk. It's made to pair with the rose quartz diffuser.
- French Vanilla Fragrance Oil. Rich, creamy vanilla with a little sugar and musk. Good for a mum who loves cosy scents.
- Lavender and Lemon Fragrance Oil. Lavender with a fresh hint of lemon. A nice one for winding down at night.
Buying a diffuser and an oil together comes to $109.99. Browse the rest in our fragrance oils collection.
A gift card for the mum who has everything ($10 to $100)
Some mums really do have everything, or they're very particular about what goes in their home. That's when a gift card is the kind option. Our BBPD Gift Card comes in $10, $25, $50 and $100 amounts and can be used on our diffusers, candles and fragrance oils. A $100 card covers any of our $89 diffusers.
Shopping for your partner, sister or a friend too? Our list of gift ideas for her under $100 has a few more ideas.
Three easy gift sets to put together
If you like the idea of a little bundle, here are three that work well. Totals are based on the prices we checked.
- The pink one: Rose Quartz Crystal Oil Diffuser and Rose Quartz Fragrance Oil, $109.99.
- The small one: Rose Bliss candle and a 10ml fragrance oil of her choice, $32.48.
- The thoughtful one: a $50 gift card with a handwritten card saying what she means to you.
Getting it to her before Christmas
We're based in New South Wales and post Australia-wide. Orders are processed in two to three business days, and you'll see shipping rates at checkout. Christmas is a busy time for Australia Post, so we'd suggest ordering early in December rather than leaving it to the last week.
Frequently asked questions
What should I get my mum for Christmas in Australia?
Think about how she likes to relax. A crystal oil diffuser at $89 suits a mum who loves a calm bedroom or lounge. If you're after something smaller, our crystal candles and 10ml fragrance oils are under $25.
What do you get a mum who has everything?
Something she'll use up or use every day tends to go down better than another ornament. A fragrance oil, a candle or a gift card lets her enjoy it without adding clutter.
Is a crystal diffuser a good gift for an older mum?
Yes, it's simple to use. She adds a few drops of oil to the stones, plugs in the USB cable and switches it on. There's no water tank to fill or clean.
Does the diffuser come with oil?
No, the diffuser and oils are sold separately. Adding a 10ml oil brings the total to $109.99.
How long does shipping take?
Orders are processed in two to three business days, then delivery time depends on where you are. Shipping rates are shown at checkout.
Can Mum return or swap it?
We offer 14-day returns. The details are on each product page, and you can email enquiry@bbpd.com.au with any questions.