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Home • Mother's Day

From Mom, With Love: New Voices Mother's Day Gift Guide

Who better to help you choose the perfect Mother’s Day gift than a mother herself?
From Mom, With Love: New Voices Mother's Day Gift Guide
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By ESSENCE Staff · Updated May 7, 2025

We asked the moms behind our New Voices Family of entrepreneurs to select a product from their child’s company that speaks to their personal love language. Their heartfelt picks – paired with reflections on care, legacy, and the lessons they’ve passed down – make this guide a tribute to the bonds that shape us.

We’re excited to flip the script from the typical list of products for moms and tell the story through moms. 

Acts Of Service

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01 Irish Rose Shea Body Butter

“I always believed that caring for your skin wasn’t just about looking good—it was about showing up for yourself. I taught her (Halima) that little acts of care, like moisturizing, are how we tend to both body and spirit. This body butter is her way of helping others do the same—love in every stroke, just like I taught her.”

— Pamela Wyatt, Mother of Halima Hubbard

Available at Irish Rose Shea Body Butter
$32 Shop Now
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02 Reboot Scalp and Hair Detox

“When I think about Reboot, I’m reminded of how I always tried to make sure things were clear and cared for, whether it was your hair, your space, or your spirit. The shampoo you created does exactly that: it cleans without taking away what matters. Just like I always wanted to support you in the background, making sure you felt fresh, balanced, and ready for whatever came next.” – Deborah Powell, Mother of Jamila Powell

Available at Reboot Scalp and Hair Detox
$26 Shop Now

Physical Touch

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01 Tugs Tender Head Solution

“It makes me feel good—genuinely good—to show compassion and help somebody. Seeing something you’ve created that brings comfort to people makes me so proud. The morals I tried to instill in you—kindness, patience, appreciation—you’ve always been that way, even when you were a kid. And now, with Tugs, I see you turning that same tenderness into something that helps others feel seen, comforted, and able to show their love. Because I feel that same love from you, every single day.” – Linda White, Mother of Howard

Available at Tugs Tender Head Solution
$15.99 Shop Now
02
02 That Good Good Shea Glow Hydrating Duo

“I nurtured your skin with shea, turning it into a loving ritual. That’s how my care will always stay with you.” —Ante Yaa, Mother of Irene Bekoe

Available at Glow Hydrating Duo
39.99 Shop Now

Giving/Receiving Gifts

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01 Black Leaf Tea Beginners’ Sample Tea Bundle

“This bundle gives the gift of relaxation and self-care. You’ve always been a caregiver in your own way, but I’ve always taught you to fill your cup first. This tea bundle is a reminder to pause and to cherish those quiet moments with, and for, yourself before pouring into everyone else.” – Marcella Jackson, Mother of Amber Jackson

Available at Beginners’ Sample Tea Bundle
35 Shop Now
02
02 Rejuvenation Beverage Rejuvenation Hibiscus

“They say time is the greatest gift, but energy is what makes it possible to enjoy it. Rejuvenation gives me that natural boost, so I can keep going, keep giving, and stay connected to the ones I love. It may not add hours to my day, but it helps me make the most of them.” –Anita Massengale, Mother of Anna Cobb

Available at Rejuvenation Hibiscus
5.99 Shop Now

Words of Affirmation

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01 Body by Love Luxury Bath Towel

“I’ve spent my life caring for others, often forgetting to care for myself. But this towel, it’s like my daughter’s way of saying, ‘You are worthy of care, comfort, and softness too.’ It’s more than just a towel, it’s luxury made for everybody, no matter your size or age. At 83, I’m still learning that love, especially self-love, comes in many forms. Hers is woven into every fiber, affirming that we all deserve to be wrapped in something beautiful.”

— Clarice Newman, Mother of Camille Newman

Available at Body by Love Luxury Bath Towel
79 Shop Now
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02 MOODEAUX Worthy IntenScenual™ Eau de Parfum

“I love it when someone asks, “What are you wearing?” Or, when they say, “You smell so good,” whenever I wear Worthy. I am Worthy! Those small statements put a smile on my face and joy in my heart to tell them my daughter created such a head-turning scent that empowers everyone who wears it, including me. I’m more than proud seeing Brianna shine. As I always say, that’s my Munchkin.” – Cynthia Brown, Mother of Brianna Arps

Available at
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Quality Time

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01 Tribe & Oak Coconut Sandalwood Scented Coconut Soy Wax Candle with Wooden Wick

“I close my eyes and I am spirited off to a place where love surrounds and envelops me. The scent, the soft glow, and the gentle crackle of the wick create a space that feels sacred. Lighting this candle invites stillness, reflection, and connection. It’s a reminder to slow down and simply be, with myself or with the ones I love.” – Chris Patterson, Mother of Taylor Tankson

Available at Coconut Sandalwood Scented Coconut Soy Wax Candle with Wooden Wick
42 Shop Now
02
02 Hella Awkward

“Hella Awkward is special to me because it brings people together in the most meaningful way—through real conversation. As a mom, I’ve always cherished the quiet moments where we just talked and laughed as a family. Watching my kids create something that helps others share that same kind of connection? That means everything to me.” – Jacque Rowe-Fields, Mom of Brittane Rowe and Brandon Rhodes, Sibling Co-Founders of Awkward Games

Available at Hella Awkward
24.99 Shop Now
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