In this post: A round-up of Mother’s Day gift ideas for Latina moms. Spoil them with these culturally authentic gifts. Post contains affiliate links.
As Mother’s Day draws near, many of us are wondering about the perfect regalito to get for Mamá, Abuela, our tías, amigas, and all of the special women in our lives and communities that we honor and celebrate because they are like mothers to us.
If you happen to be a mom (or know of one) who wants to raise a bilingual family, the first step we recommend is enrolling in our Llamitas Spanish Curriculum, which is jam-packed with learning activities for Mom to enjoy with her children, at different learning levels.
To help you celebrate Hispanic heritage during El Día de las Madres, we’ve selected a list of delightfully unique regalitos that make perfect Mother’s Day gifts for Latina Moms, or any Mamá who wants to celebrate the beautiful cultures of Spain and Latin America!
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How do you say ‘Mother’s Day’ in Spanish?
Mother’s Day in Spanish is El día de la Madre (ehl dee-ah deh lah mah-dreh)
In the United States it falls annually on the second Sunday in May.
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Aire de Sevilla Agua Fresca de Azahar
This fresh, classic fragrance by Instituto Español is a spring and summer favorite among women all over the world, with lively citrus and jasmine notes that will keep Mamá smelling and feeling as fresca as a quinceañera.
Set of 2 Yerba Mate Gourds with Loose Leaf Tea
BALIBETOV Set of Two Yerba Mate Gourd and One Pack of 100gr – 3.5OZ of…
- TRADITIONAL MATE SET…
Does Mamá need a burst of energy? Give her a set of two traditional calabazas for preparing yerba mate, along with a supply of natural yerba mate tea.
Hand crafted in Argentina, this set also includes the bombillas (straws) that are used to drink the mate, along with a small cleaning brush.
Maja Soap Trio
Maja soaps classic set of 3 Soaps140g/ 4.9 Oz Each. The Scent that seduces…
- Classic fragrance that combines the most beautiful flower notes, evoking elegance and femininity.
- Scent of roses, carnation and geranium.
- Suitable for all skin types.
- Enriched with glycerin.
- Naturally moisturizes the skin.
The Maja line by Myrurgia is perhaps the best-known line of Spanish toiletries outside of Spain, and has made its way around Latin America and into the hearts of all of our mothers, grandmothers, tías, and madrinas for generations.
This classic trio of Maja soaps with its timeless scent of sandalwood is a sure bet for any of the Mamis on your list that you may need a last minute regalito for.
I personally know dozens of Abuelitas that have been enjoying Maja soap for decades!
100 Love Sonnets by Pablo Neruda Bilingual Edition
100 Love Sonnets: A Spanish–English Bilingual Edition (Exile Classics…
- Neruda, Pablo (Author)
- Spanish (Publication Language)
- 248 Pages – 04/01/2014 (Publication Date) – Exile Editions (Publisher)
If Mamá loves poetry, there is no better gift for her than this beautiful bilingual edition of love sonnets by the famed Chilean poet Pablo Neruda, so she can enjoy them in the language of her choice.
The most beloved poet in all of Latin America, Neruda is known for his beautiful love poems that have melted the hearts of readers in several languages for generations.
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Cafecito Time Espresso Cups
Mamá works hard to take care of the family, and it’s only natural that she needs a break from time to time. She deserves a set of adorable little tacitas such as these to enjoy her cafecito time while taking her break with friends, don’t you agree?
“Cocinar con Amor” Apron
If your Mamá loves to cook and cooking is the way she expresses her love, this beautiful embroidered apron stamped with the message “Cocinar con amor alimenta al alma” is the perfect gift to celebrate her culinary talent, and the contribution she makes to her family through her delicious cooking.
Coquí Taíno Pendant and Chain
Is your Mami “más boricua que el coqui”? Ay bendito!
Help her celebrate her deep-felt Puerto Rican pride with this adorable pendant and chain featuring a cutout of a Taíno-inspired glyph representing the ubiquitous, elusive, and highly musical mini-frog that symbolizes Puerto Rican heritage!
Definition of Spanglish T-shirt
For the Mom who needs more than one language to express herself, this whimsical Spanglish Definition T-shirt is the perfect wearable accessory that will save her from having to explain why she’s using Spanglish again!
Embroidered Colombian Hammock
Nothing says relaxation like a nice, relaxing hamaca in which you can lie down and read, meditate, or just nap.
After a long hard day, give Mamá a wonderful excuse to lie back and relax in this comfy, colorful, washable, portable, hand-embroidered Telary hammock direct from Colombia, so she can lie back and escape the world.
Genuine Stone Molcajete
Does your Mamá love to create authentic Mexican dishes? Give her an authentic Mexican molcajete!
Made from natural lava stone, the textured mortar and pestle design of the molcajete dates back centuries and has been used in traditional Mexican cooking for generations.
The rough surface of the molcajete helps to release the juices and flavors of your favorite vegetables, spices, and seasonings. This is an essential culinary tool for any Mexican Mamá or Abuela who takes her traditional cooking seriously.
Hand-embroidered Otomí Reboso
Keep Mamá cozy and warm on cool spring and summer nights with this beautiful reboso or shawl, hand-embroidered by members of the Otomí indigenous tribe in Central Mexico, known for their delicate and colorful designs.
Hand-painted Sombrero
Help Mamá keep the sun off her face as she enjoys the outdoors with one of these hand-painted wearable art pieces made in Tasco, Mexico! Each hat is one-of-a-kind, and provides timeless elegance while showcasing Latina pride.
Hand-painted Spanish Abanico
Summer is coming, and Mamá will want to keep cool! And what better way to do so than in the same fashion as all of our Abuelas, Bisabuelas, and Tatarabuelas… with a delicate hand-painted abanico direct from Spain?
Sometimes, keeping these old traditions alive not only makes us feel beautiful and special as modern women, but also teaches our children about some of the precious, lovely details of our traditions and culture.
Hand-woven Tortilla Wraps from Guatemala
For a mom who loves practicality, these vibrant and durable hand-woven cotton cloths are not only useful for wrapping tortillas and bread to keep them warm, but also provide an infinite number of other uses in the kitchen.
They make awesome dish towels, place mats, and may be used as cloth napkins as well. The durable Guatemalan cloth will last forever, helping to create lifelong memories in Mom’s kitchen.
Honduran Coffee Sampler
If your Mamá loves good coffee, she deserves to try some of the world’s best artisanal coffees, grown and ground by seasoned coffee growers in the highlands of Honduras, where the world’s finest coffee beans grow.
Smooth and rich without bitterness, Honduran coffee is known for its robust, earthy flavor and the careful cultivation techniques used for centuries in the Central American tradition.
“Mamá Yo Quiero Escuchar Tu Historia”
This beautiful guided journal is designed for Mom to write details of her personal life story and pass them down to her children.
A beautiful testament to her life, and a perfect gift for the sentimental Mom who loves to journal and cherish memories, this regalito will keep on giving for generations to come, as Mamá’s children and grandchildren inherit the beautiful telling of her life story.
Momotombo Craft Chocolate from Nicaragua
This exotically rich Momotombo craft chocolate, made by hand in Nicaragua using the finest Central American cacao beans, is delicious and elegant.
Better yet, it contains none of the toxic additives found in commercial chocolate, so Mamá can enjoy these decadent bonbons, truffles, and chocolatey treats guilt-free!
Peruvian Llamita Earrings
Of course we couldn’t resist these delicate and delightful llamita earrings crafted by hand in Perú!
These beautiful 14 Karat Gold and Rhodium plated dangle earrings are made by cutting out the design of the local Peruvian gold coin, known as the Sol, to leave behind the form of the llama.
Gorgeous, authentic, fun, and fresh: we absolutely love our little Llamitas!
Llamitas Spanish Curriculum
For mamas searching for a curriculum to support them in raising bilingual children, we invite you to visit our Llamitas Spanish curriculum shop.
With academically robust, beautifully illustrated, and culturally authentic lessons, join thousands of other families using Llamitas to raise bilingual and biliterate kids.
Maya is an artist and freelance writer from Cuba who has worked in Art Education, Language Education, Simultaneous Interpretation, Subtitling, and Literary Translations. She is also a Mom and Abuela, committed to providing resources for homeschooling parents (such as her own daughter!) and to all who value the conservation of her beautiful, native Spanish language.