Funny Mother's Day Gift Ideas: Brilliant Presents For Mums Who Love A Laugh

Not every mum wants flowers and a soppy poem. Some would much rather have a gift that makes them laugh over a cup of tea.

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Cheeky Mother's Day cards

Funny cards designed in house in the UK.

A cheeky Mother's Day card featuring the text 'Thanks for the good genes' in a playful, clean font. Happy Mothers Day Card (Thanks For The Good Genes) £3.87 A cheeky Mother's Day card featuring the text 'Thanks For The Booty' in a colourful design, displayed with its envelope. Happy Mothers Day Card (Thanks For The Booty) £3.87 A square white Mother's Day greeting card with funny text about drinking wine straight from the bottle. Thanks For Putting Up With Me, Wine From The Bottle (Mothers Day Card) £3.75 Illustration of a new mum holding her baby, with customisable options for hair colour and skin tones. Happy First Mothers Day Card (Personalised) £3.75 Cat Mum Mothers Day Card Cat Mum Mothers Day Card £3.87 Amazing Mum to be Mothers Day Card Amazing Mum to be Mothers Day Card £3.87

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Cheeky and cosy

  • 'If you can read this, bring me wine' socks.
  • A mug that says 'World's okayest mum'.
  • A pin badge for her coat.

Small treats

  • Her favourite chocolate with a funny label.
  • A mini bottle of fizz.
  • A voucher for 'one afternoon of nobody asking where anything is'.

The card

  • A cheeky Mother's Day card she'll keep on the fridge.
  • Write one proper sentence inside, so it's funny and kind.

Keep it right

  • Joke about family life, not about her.
  • Pair a novelty gift with a little time together.

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How to write it so it lands

  • Order cards a week early.
  • Add breakfast in bed for full marks.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a good funny Mother's Day gift?

Something cheeky but useful, like novelty socks, a funny mug or a rude-but-kind card.

When is Mother's Day in the UK?

Mothering Sunday, three weeks before Easter Sunday, so the date changes each year.

What is a good example of funny Mother's Day gift ideas?

"'If you can read this, bring me wine' socks." is one of 10 examples on this page. Pick the one closest to the tone you want, then add a specific detail of your own - a shared memory, a date, a name - so it reads as yours rather than copied.

Can I copy these messages word for word?

Yes. Everything on this page is free to copy, print and read out - no permission or credit needed. Changing one detail so it fits the person is all we would suggest.

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