When you were a kid, she cooked, she cleaned – or at least she ordered in with skill. Great Mothers Day gifts are at their best when the really reflect her unique mom-ness, whether she's down to earth or strictly uptown. For a more traditional mom, you can't go wrong with Mothers Day gifts that tug at the heartstrings: an elegant picture frame personalized with a nod to the past, or a hope for the future. For hip, modern moms, a new twist on an old favorite (three words: choc-o-late!) really rings a bell. For those who prefer to color outside the lines, Mother's Day gifts that speak to her as a woman first and a mom second are ultra appreciated: a little cashmere this, a little diamond that. She'll love being seen through your eyes as all of who she is.

There're mom moms, friend moms, sister moms, neighbor moms, moms-to-be – and don't forget your mom's mom. One needs gift ideas galore to take into consideration all of many shades of mom. Thoughtful gift ideas for inner circle moms include personalized, monogrammed ANYTHING. Taking the time and care to make it personal goes a long way with loved ones. Gift ideas for acquaintance moms include unique tips of the hat to job #1 of momdom: flowers that acknowledge her most important role are great gifts for her. And what about gifts for the Sunday pancake makers, the get-off-work-early-to-carpool-the-kids moms who are actually dads? If he puts in his time, gifts for him would be much appreciated on this special day as well.