If you’ve been struggling to find the perfect gift for the dad in your life, look no further. This gift guide brings together a range of gifts to help you find the ideal present for Father’s Day.

This is a collaborative post which means I’ve been sent samples of some of the products to try.

Hinoki – Forest Face & Beard Oil

Hinoki – Forest Face & Beard Oil is inspired by Japanese forest bathing and has a calm, woodsy aroma. Handmade to order in small batches in St Margarets, Twickenham and wrapped in traditional Japanese chiyogami paper, it makes a thoughtful Father’s Day gift for anyone who enjoys simple, natural self-care.

Silky and fast-absorbing, it leaves the skin calm, supple and comfortably nourished, without heaviness or greasiness.

Gourmet Popcorn from Popcorn Shed

Looking for a gift that’s a bit more exciting than the usual socks and last-minute gifts… something that really pops?

Popcorn Shed has put together the ultimate match-day line-up of gourmet popcorn, perfect for dads getting into World Cup mode with a lighter snack option that’s leagues above the rest.

From bold, indulgent flavours to easy snack packs for half-time nibbling, and even a build-your-own bundle so he can pick his ultimate line-up, it’s a fun way to treat dad to something he’ll actually enjoy. Whether it’s a full family watch or a well-earned sofa session, this is snacking worth kicking off for. 

Because when it comes to Father’s Day… the best gifts are the ones that disappear before full-time!

Norse Organics Muscle and Joint Balm

Norse Organics, is the Norwegian skincare brand pioneering the use of wild-harvested Arctic botanicals to treat the body naturally.

The Muscle & Joint Builder Balm is a perfect Father’s Day gift for a dad with aches and pains, whether from sport, an old injury or just the wear and tear of everyday life. The balm is a 100% natural alternative to conventional pain relief; it’s free from parabens, synthetic ingredients and hormone disruptors, it harnesses some of the world’s most potent plant ingredients, including arnica, comfrey, ginger and sea buckthorn. All of which help to soothe sore muscles, ease joint pain and support recovery without the side effects of chemical alternatives.

Norwegian Arctic plants must survive -30°C winters and brief ripening windows, forcing every bloom to develop highly concentrated nutrients, which is what makes these wild-harvested botanicals so potent.

Popular uses include:

• Joint pain: shoulders, elbows, knees and ankles
• Muscle strains, soreness and injuries
• Neck and back pain
• Headaches and sinus discomfort

Gift Note Biscuits from Enchanting Bakes

Delicious, fun and creative. The perfect biscuit gift for someone you love.

These large hand baked and iced vanilla sugar cookies, decorated to look like a notepad, and an edible ink felt pen let you write your personal message to someone you love making them perfect for personalised notes that will delight the recipient.

The biscuits are packaged in compostable cello bags, and then posted securely in cardboard postal boxes. The edible ink felt pen can be reused on biscuits, icing etc. Pen may differ to the one shown.

Choose between a set of 4 or 8 biscuits.

Enchanting Bakes is a small business based in Twickenham. They see every biscuit that leaves their bakery and prides themselves on delivering high-quality, delicious biscuits every time.

The shop was created to combine owner Griselda’s love of baking, biscuits and making people feel happy. After leaving the corporate world behind, she wanted to work in a business that makes people feel special and happy – and who doesn’t feel better when they are eating a delicious custom biscuit!

Tropics Protect & Reset Strengthening Skin Kit

Tropics have a great range of men’s products, including this limited edition Protect & Reset gift set containing the freshly made essentials the dad in your life needs to cleanse away daily impurities, soften facial hair, enjoy a smooth shave, and shield skin with lightweight SPF hydration.  

Plus, it’s all neatly packaged in a ready-to-gift box, so there’s no wrapping required.  

Includes: 

Full-size Skin Shield Daily SPF Moisturiser 

Mini Hydrating Cleanser Refreshing Facial Gelée 

Full-size Look Sharp Sensitive Shave

Pepe and Tete Spanish lessons voucher

Learning a new language is a great skill for kids and adults alike. If the dad in your life would like to learn Spanish, or is already learning and wants to enhance their skills, a voucher to learn with Pepe and Tete is a great option.

With more than 400 million people speaking Spanish globally, Pepe and Tete offer a variety of learning methods to connect you to a diverse culture. From private to group lessons, they ensure the learning experience is tailored to all ages and levels from toddlers to adults and from beginners to advanced students.

To find out more and buy a voucher for 10 Spanish lessons, contact Pepe and Tete.

Poppyloop Studio Mr Chilli Bag Charm

Fiery, opinionated, cheeky. The smallest one with the biggest personality.

Mr Chilli bag charm is a playful little accessory with plenty of character making it the perfect gift for young kids to buy with their pocket money. This felt chilli bag charm, complete with a moustache, brings instant cheer to your bag, keys, or everyday essentials.

Carefully handmade from wool felt using traditional needle felting techniques, each piece has its own unique personality.

The Hunger Hub Kitchen in a Bucket

The Hunger Hub’s kitchen in a bucket is an easy-to-assemble kitchen perfect for outdoor cooking. Perfect for dads that love to cook outside, making it a great Father’s Day gift if the family club together.

As well as being a fantastic picnic/festival/camping friend, The Hunger Hub is all about promoting positive masculinity and encouraging families to get together around a campfire or in a lovely space to reconnect and switch off. Plus, some of the profits go to the Phoenix charity that supports veterans. What’s not to love?

Personalised Wooden Adventure Journal

Celebrate adventures and favourite experiences together with this fun and unique adventure journal for Dad and child.

Each journal contains pages for scribbling down all the wonderful memories and moments from your adventures together.

Personalise it with your chosen names.

Each journal is bound in solid plywood, with the pages made from made from 100gsm FSC® and EU EcoLabel certified paper, giving it a lovely Scandi feel.

All the notebooks are designed, printed, and bound in Oakdene Design’s studio in Surrey.

Contains 40 double-sided printed pages in full colour. Packaged in plastic-free cardboard packaging.

Smarter card game 

If the mum in your life loves games and testing their brain power, Smarter card game is a great choice. It’s fast, funny, and fiercely competitive in the best way. Consider it an entertaining way to discover who’s always right – and who just thinks they are.

It’s not enough to be good at trivia. Or charades. Or brain teasers. To win Smarter, your team needs to master them all – fast.

In this high-energy team challenge, you’ll rip through a shuffled deck of colour coded cards in 45 second rounds, switching on the fly between four skills: acting it out, describing, making the sound, and answering trivia. The categories keep changing, so only the smartest people – the ones who can think, adapt, and perform under pressure – will come out on top.

The goal? Collect cards that spell SMARTER before the other team does. It’s part Articulate, part Trivial Pursuit, part Charades, and all-out fun. With every round, every brain type gets a moment to shine – and every card brings you closer to proving, once and for all, who’s the smartest in the room.

Head to the homepage to read the latest articles about adoption, parenting and wellbeing.

This guide has been put together to help you pick beautiful gifts for Mother’s Day to help you show what the important women in your life mean to you.

This is a collaborative post, which means I have been sent some of the items to try before they’re added to the guide.

Vivi Coo Bracelets

Vivi Coo creates meaningful sterling silver bracelets designed to symbolise the enduring bond between mother and child. Crafted in solid sterling silver and finished with soft ivory enamel with rhodium plating, each piece is a timeless keepsake to be worn and treasured for years to come. Complimentary engraving is included, allowing you to personalise your bracelet with a name, date, or word that tells your family’s unique story,  a thoughtful Mother’s Day gift or self-gift celebrating love, belonging, and connection.

Head to Vivi Coo’s website to see their full range of bracelets, and get 10% off if you order by the 10th March.

Dr PAWPAW Glimmer Glaze Trio Pack

The Dr.PAWPAW Glimmer Glaze Trio Pack lets you enjoy all three shades of the Dr.PAWPAW Glimmer Glaze Lip Oil. Wear them individually or layer them together to create your perfect glossy glow.

Thoughtfully designed for real life, each lip oil includes a handy key-ring loop so you can take your favourites anywhere for quick, on-the-go shine.

Formulated with rich natural ingredients, including:

• Pawpaw, which is packed with vitamins and natural enzymes to soften, soothe, and condition
• Castor Oil, a rich, glossy oil that locks in moisture for hydrated, cushioned lips
• Aloe Vera, which helps soften, calm, and protect the lips.

We donate 5p from every sale of each Glimmer Glaze Lip Oil 10ml to Teenage Cancer Trust, helping ensure young people with cancer receive the specialised support they need.

Vegan and fragrance-free.

Faith in Nature Lavender & Geranium range

Mother’s Day is about finding small ways to treat the people you love, even in the middle of busy days. Gifts that provide a moment of indulgence, bring a sense of calm and care to everyday routines and quietly remind them they are loved each time they’re used. 

Faith in Nature’s hand and body range in the scent Lavender & Geranium, is designed for exactly that. Blending English lavender, lavandin and geranium essential oils, the scent is renowned for its relaxing and soothing properties, helping to quiet the mind and create moments of tranquillity, calm and restoration throughout the day. 

The Lavender & Geranium hand wash and body wash share the same gentle, multi-use formula, making them ideal for gifting and everyday use. The formula includes oat extract to cleanse, soften and soothe the skin, limeflower extract known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and suitability for even irritated skin, and elderberry extract rich in bioflavonoids to support overall skin health and comfort. 

The hand and body lotion is shea butter-based, designed to deeply nourish and improve skin feel while complementing the calming scent of the range, leaving skin feeling comforted, replenished and cared for.

The perfect gift to show the people you love just how much they mean to you. 

Guided watercolour experience from Wiktoria Anna Art

Watercolour NIGHTin: Love Edition is a calm, guided watercolour experience designed for cosy evenings at home. You will paint along in real time through three love-inspired paintings, with gentle background music and space to pause, rewind, and enjoy the process. It is beginner-friendly and not technique-heavy, so it suits complete beginners as well as anyone who already paints and wants a relaxed night in.

You can join using your own materials, or choose the optional Mini Paint Kit if you would like the same materials used in the course. The kit is available for UK delivery and includes artist-quality paint, A6 paper, a brush, and a fineliner.

Personalised biscuits from Enchanting Bakes

If you’re looking for a beautiful edible gift for your mum, look no further than the wonderful range of Mother’s Day biscuits from Enchanting Bakes.

The shop was created to combine owner Griselda’s love of baking, biscuits and making people feel happy. After leaving the corporate world behind, she wanted to work in a business that makes people feel special and happy – and who doesn’t feel better when they are eating a delicious custom biscuit!

Enchanting Bakes is a small business based in Twickenham. They see every biscuit that leaves their bakery and prides themselves on delivering high-quality, delicious biscuits every time.

Perfect gifts for Mother’s Day include their Custom Gift Note Biscuits, Personalised Photo Biscuits, and Hand Iced Peony Biscuits. All of their Mother’s Day range comes with free delivery.

Tropics Skincare

Tropics skincare is packed with nature’s most powerful ingredients. Its freshly made formulations, visible science-backed results are crafted to care for every complexion.

Our Mother’s Day gift is a gorgeous So Sleepy bath duo featuring a stunning luxury bath oil and our So Sleepy body pebble to promote relaxation and amazing sleep. It comes beautifully presented, so you don’t even have to gift wrap it.

Secret Book Gift Hamper: Luxury and Cosy Self-Care Bookworm Gift

A secret book hamper for a cosy evening of self-care. No social media, no stress – just time for yourself and a book. All the necessary attributes are added to make this time extra special.

Great gift for every book lover (including yourself) 

Hamper includes:
– A new secret book that is picked with love and care by a professional bookworm.

– A bookish postcard handmade by Anhelina Hiryliuk Illustrations (will differ based on the season, but will always be cosy and bookish, I promise). You can request to add a personalised message to this postcard; otherwise, it will stay blank.

– A bookmark (the one in the photo is an example; it can differ).

– A set of stickers for book lovers (the one in the photo is an example, but they are always cosy and suitable for book lovers).

– Luxury chocolate from the Cornish brand Chocolarder (20g). Slavery free, plastic-free packaging, vegan-friendly. The percentage of chocolate may differ from hamper to hamper, but all of them are high-quality and delicious!

– Luxury chocolate blend drink from Blendsmiths. Vegan friendly, dairy free, ethically sourced. The blend may differ from hamper to hamper, but all of them are high-quality and delicious!

– Hand-drawn cosy sketch on a box.

– The box and shredded paper are made from recycled material.

As a business owner, Anhelina’s mission is to make people feel hugged by the world, live happier and healthier. It’s very important for her to keep products eco-friendly. Hope you can feel and see that!

Nutrition Review Session with Rhodes to Health

Give the gift of wellbeing this Mother’s Day with a one‑hour Nutrition Review session with Lynette from Rhodes to Health. It offers personalised guidance on eating and living more healthily, tailored to your needs and the rhythms of your family life. Each session includes a bespoke one‑week meal plan to help make nourishing choices feel easier and more achievable.  

To purchase a voucher (cost:£100), please email Lynette Rhodes

Thermomix

A Thermomix is the perfect gift for a mum who wants to save time and money, would like to eat more healthily, cook from scratch, reduce their UPFs and get the kids and family interested in cooking.

Thermomix provides the most fun in the kitchen that is PG-rated!

If you’d like to help them on their Thermomix journey, contact Carim Seaborn, Independent Thermomix Diamond Team Leader 163516 on Mobile 07766414517 or via email

Bonne Maman Love Gift Box

When love is in the air this Spring, what could be nicer than gifting – or receiving – this beautiful, limited edition box of delicious goodies from Bonne Maman?

With six adorable mini jars of jams and spreads, two boxed mini jam spoons and a heart- shaped cutter, it is perfect for saying ‘je t’aime’ on Mother’s Day.

Each Stacks of Love gift box includes vibrant, special fruit flavours – Pineapple & Passionfruit, Blueberry & Blackcurrant, Lemon & Yuzu, Orange & Mandarin plus Strawberry & Redcurrant – alongside award-winningHazelnut Chocolate Spread; totally luscious and without a drop of palm oil, it’s a perennial favourite topping a pancake. Head to the Bonne Maman website to order your Stacks of Love gift box.

Smarter card game 

If the mum in your life loves games and testing their brain power, Smarter card game is a great choice. It’s fast, funny, and fiercely competitive in the best way. Consider it an entertaining way to discover who’s always right – and who just thinks they are.

It’s not enough to be good at trivia. Or charades. Or brain teasers. To win Smarter, your team needs to master them all – fast.

In this high-energy team challenge, you’ll rip through a shuffled deck of colour coded cards in 45 second rounds, switching on the fly between four skills: acting it out, describing, making the sound, and answering trivia. The categories keep changing, so only the smartest people – the ones who can think, adapt, and perform under pressure – will come out on top.

The goal? Collect cards that spell SMARTER before the other team does. It’s part Articulate, part Trivial Pursuit, part Charades, and all-out fun. With every round, every brain type gets a moment to shine – and every card brings you closer to proving, once and for all, who’s the smartest in the room.

Head to the homepage to read the latest articles on adoption, parenting and wellbeing.

This is a collaborative post, which means I have been sent some of the items to try before they’re included in the list.

This Mum is Mighty products

Mums are definitely mighty, and I love that Tracey Butcher has created some wonderful products to celebrate that.

With a range of products from gorgeous, soft hoodies to t-shirts and bags, the This Mum is Mighty range has something for all mighty mums, making them the perfect gift to celebrate the wonderful mums in your life.

Pepe and Tete Spanish lessons voucher

Learning a new language is a great skill for kids and adults alike. If your tween would like to learn Spanish, or is already learning and wants to enhance their skills, a voucher to learn with Pepe and Tete is a great option.

The lessons provide an authentic learning experience that is created around Pepito, a fun and engaging character who brings to life various aspects of the Spanish culture. To find out more and buy a voucher for 10 Spanish lessons, contact Pepe and Tete.

Life or parenting coaching voucher

Life doesn’t come with a manual, and neither does parenting. Whether you’re navigating big emotions, daily overwhelm, or simply craving more connection, you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself.

Through calm, compassionate coaching, Carolina Taylor can help you pause, reflect, and reconnect — with yourself, with your values, and with the people who matter most. Quote We Made a Wish to get 50% off the first 3 coaching sessions for the busy mum in your life.

Whether you want support to navigate your way through parenting, or life changes, sessions explore your goals, challenges and emotional patterns — whether personal or professional. Together, you’ll uncover what’s getting in the way and explore new ways forward that feel aligned and sustainable.

There’s no judgment. No fixing. Just a supportive space to help you reconnect with what you already know deep down.

Get in touch with Carolina to buy a voucher using the exclusive discount for We Made a Wish readers.

Storydo: Create-your-own Life Story Books for Children Through Adoption

Life story books are a vital tool for helping young children understand their origin story. However, many of the books provided by local authorities are not suitable for young children—they often include too much detail and focus only on the child’s first and foster families.

With the Storydo BookBuilder, parents can create their own personalised family storybook. Developed with families and adoption experts, Storydo supports children not just in understanding their origins, but also in feeling rooted in their forever family by celebrating everyday family life.

The BookBuilder guides you through the book, page by page. Most pages only require answering questions and uploading photos. For sections about the birth family, sample text and suggested wording are provided and can be easily adjusted to suit your child’s individual circumstances.

The books begin with the child and their forever family, then cover the birth, first parents, reasons for care, placements and siblings, before moving on to the forever parents, their wish to adopt, the adoption process, and everyday family life.

Finished books are high-quality A4 hardcovers, 60–90 pages depending on chosen options, priced at £69—or £55.20 with voucher code XMAS20 for readers of We Made a Wish.

Personalised reading cushion

Reading is a wonderful way of switching off from parenting, giving you time and space to lose yourself in a gripping story. Having a comfortable space to do this definitely enhances the experience.

These personalised book cushions from Glitter Pig are perfect for this. They have a pocket for your book and some treats, so it’s perfect to keep a stash of chocolate as well as your current read. There are several options in terms of colour, and whether it comes just as the cover or with the cushion pad.

Perfect for reclaiming a bit of time and space for you.

Feel Amazing Hypnotherapy Subscription

Looking for a subscription that delivers real benefits all year round? The Feel Amazing hypnotherapy app is a unique mind wellness subscription designed to help users reduce stress, take control of alcohol, sleep better, and feel more in control of their lives. This digital membership provides ongoing mental wellbeing support at your fingertips. Recordings for the whole family, children and teens relaxation perfect for bedtime.

What’s Included in a Feel Amazing Subscription?

• Unlimited Access to Over 60 Hypnotherapy Recordings – Covering debt, money, career, stress relief, confidence-building, sleep improvement, fitness, addictions and positive habit formation.
• Customisable Experience – Users can change background music to suit their mood, creating a personalised relaxation experience.
• Expert-Led Sessions – Developed by leading hypnotherapist Ailsa Frank, whose soothing voice guides listeners to reprogram their mindset and enhance their wellbeing.
• Convenient & Sustainable – No packaging, no waste—just powerful mental wellness tools accessible anytime, anywhere.

A subscription to the Feel Amazing app is the perfect gift for those who want to prioritise self-care. Whether it’s for better sleep, overcoming stress, or building healthier habits, this subscription provides continuous support, helping users feel their best every day.

The app was created by Ailsa Frank, a leading UK hypnotherapist with 20+ years’ experience, author of Cut the Crap and Feel Amazing (Hay House). She specialises in stress, sleep and alcohol reduction, and has helped thousands of clients improve wellbeing and performance.

Wellbeing or ADHD coaching session

Becky is an EMCC-accredited wellbeing and ADHD coach. I work with adults and young people who want to feel calmer, more focused, and more confident in themselves. A lot of my work is about helping people understand how their brains work, manage overwhelm, and make small changes that bring more balance and joy into everyday life.

Wellbeing Coaching For Parents: £45 for a 1-hour sesion (usually £75).
Give the gift of clarity, confidence and calm. A coaching session offers parents a gentle, supportive space to ease overwhelm, strengthen wellbeing and find simple, practical shifts that make everyday family life feel lighter.

ADHD Coaching 1-hour session (Parents or Young People 14+): £45. (Usually £75 for adults, £65 for young people.)
Specialist ADHD coaching helps parents or teens understand their unique wiring, build strategies that work in real life, and boost confidence, focus and emotional regulation. A meaningful gift for families wanting support that truly makes a difference.

Head to the website to get all the details, and get in touch to book a gift session.

TEMPLESPA products

Curated and expertly developed in Britain for over 25 years, TEMPLESPA’s science-led skincare brings together derma-scientists, artisan herbalists and the empirical knowledge of their team of in-house experts. Their philosophy centres around three elements of texture, experience and performance that delivers unparalleled 360° product and treatment excellence through sight, sound, scent and touch. They’re not just products, they’re a feeling.

TEMPLESPA’s luxury skincare and spa lifestyle products will nourish your skin, body and soul, serving as a reminder to take a daily pocket of spa peace. 

Limited edition print

This stunning coastal-inspired linocut from The Peacock and the Printmaker captures the moment where time slows, the sea soothes, and you feel utterly at peace. Perfect for bringing that feeling into your everyday space, this piece is designed to help you connect to the calm of the coast, even when life is hectic.

Created with a deep love for the sea, the print layers delicate colour in a long, flowing format that invites your eye to wander. Whether you’re decorating a hallway, creating a gallery wall, or seeking a tranquil focal point, A Slice of Heaven brings joy, depth, and serenity to your home.

Career MOT session

For the mum who’s always looking after everyone else, this is a gift that gives her space to focus on herself. A Career MOT session from Positive Mind Coaching is dedicated time to pause, reflect and reconnect with their professional direction — without the noise, guilt or overwhelm.

The session is perfect for mums returning to work after leave, who are feeling stretched, stuck or under-recognised or need a moment to remember who she is outside the to-do list.

This is a gift of clarity, confidence and space to breathe — because she deserves to thrive, not just cope.

Personal styling experiences from Inspired Styling

An uplifting personal styling experience is a unique, thoughtful way to say ‘you’re wonderful and you deserve to feel it’. They’ll love you for it, and the style benefits will be enjoyed long beyond Christmas.

Personal colour analysis

Give the gift of colour confidence! Your lucky gift recipient will discover their most flattering shades to wear based on their skin tone, hair colour and eye colour. Plus they’ll receive a bespoke digital guide full of style inspiration. Available in-person across Surrey and South West London, or online wherever they are. Perfect for women, men and groups.

Gift vouchers

Give the flexibility to choose the styling service they’d love best, with a gift voucher redeemable against Colour Analysis, Personal Shopping, Your Signature Style and more. Personalised e-cards start from £50 and make an original and unforgettable gift.

Spa Voucher

There’s no better way to relax than to have some time to ourselves and someone pampering us, whether that’s having a massage, manicure or another beauty treatment. A voucher for a spa session somewhere close to home is a great gift for a busy mum.

Choosing local means you’re supporting your community and cutting down on travel time, so it’s something that can be fitted in around their busy schedule. Have a look at spas and salons on your local high street, or within a 30-minute or so drive or train journey. Treatwell is a good place to start looking. They also have gift cards so the mum in your life can choose for themselves the type of treatment they have and where they’d like to go for it.

Restoring Eye Drops

Whatever stage of your parenting journey you’re at, sleep is a big thing, and when it’s disrupted, our whole body suffers, literally from head to toe.

I’ve experienced dry eyes, which were particularly bad when our youngest daughter came home, as she was a frequent waker. Even now, she rarely sleeps right through, so I’m always looking for eye drops that help my eyes recover.

TheraTears Overnight Restore eye drops are the perfect stocking filler for the sleep-deprived mum. TheraTears® Overnight Restore are a one-stop eye drop specially formulated with cross-linked hyaluronic acid to help restore and replenish the tear film in the eye overnight.

Developed to provide relief to dry eyes, TheraTears® Overnight Restore 5-in-1 eye drops help to hydrate and repair tired eyes throughout the night.

Lifestyle gift card

If the mum in your life is difficult to buy for, take the stress out of getting them the perfect gift by letting them choose for themselves. A Lifestyle gift card is easy to set up and use, and can be used to buy over 300 brands.

The card can be purchased in either a physical gift card or eGift, depending on whether the recipient prefers to go shopping online or visit the shops in person. They’re both easy to set up by the mum in your life by them creating an account, choosing which brands you’d like to shop at (you can choose more than one), adding to their basket and confirming and they’re good to go shopping.

A Muthahood e-Gift Card

Muthahood is a clothing brand that empowers strong girls. The Strong Girls Club was created by owner Gemma with “the aim of empowering women and girls through positive, strong and meaningful messages.”

A Muthahood e-gift card is the perfect gift for all of the strong girls in your life so that they can choose something from the amazing collection whether that’s a snuggly sweatshirt, an iconic piece of jewellery or a bag.

Wellness Hamper

Creating a wellness hamper from locally bought products is a great idea for your mum or your child to give to their mum. If you create your own, you can cater to the recipient’s likes and create something they’ll love.

If you’d like something that’s been put together for you, many online retailers sell beautifully curated hampers covering all tastes and budgets. Shopping with a small business for this kind of gift not only helps to support that business, but you tend to get much better value for money and a much wider range of choice in terms of the products included, style and cost of the hamper.

Etsy has a wide range of sellers with this type of product such as Surreal Wellness who sell personalised wellness hamper gifts.

Head to the homepage to read our gift guide for tweens.

This is a collaborative post, which means I was gifted some of the products to try before including them in this guide.

Stunt Scooter

Stunt scooters are a great option for kids who enjoy being outdoors and want a quick and fun way to get around. They’re also great for doing tricks at the skatepark and are more “grown-up” than three-wheel options. There’s a wide range of options in terms of style, colour, size and “stuntability”.

Skates is a UK-based family business specialising in stunt scooters. They offer a wide range to suit all abilities, ages, and price ranges, such as the Legacy Hydro Drip scooter, which has the perfect blend of weight and durability. Skates also sell skates and skateboards, so you’re bound to find something for the speed junkie tween in your life.

Painting by numbers from Davincified

I used to love painting by numbers when I was a kid, and both my girls love creating masterpieces with paint.

The painting by numbers kits from Davincified take the concept to a different level. The kits are amazing quality, comprising a canvas roll with the printed design on it, paints and brushes. Both the canvas and paints are extremely high quality, making a gift that will last.

You can choose from either a standard design or create your own using an image.

My kids are seven and 11, and they used the kits with their cousins, who are 17 and 20. Our youngest daughter enjoys crafts, but she usually only lasts about 20 minutes. But she was completely engrossed in her painting for well over an hour, making it a great kit for all ages.

Strong Point Game

Board games are a great way of encouraging kids to move away from their screens and do something different. A brilliant example of a board game the whole family can enjoy is Strong Point.

The concept of the game is to earn points by answering trivia questions on a specific category and bonus points by correctly predicting how many answers your opponents will get right on their turn. Play an equal number of turns, and the highest total wins!

The main game has 200 categories aimed at age 14+, and the Junior Expansion can be added to include 100 extra categories specifically aimed at 8-18 year olds. The games can be played with 2-6 players or teams, so it’s a great one for the whole family, particularly at Christmas. Start a new tradition with Strong Point.

Science Set

This is a great age for kids to start learning more about science and doing experiments themselves to learn how things work. Bright Minds has a wide range of science-based games and sets that help children learn while having fun and often making a mess too! The Explosive Science Experiment Kit is perfect for kids who like to create a bang!

Personalised Reading Cushion

Encouraging kids to read can be an uphill battle, so anything to help give them a comfortable space where they can chill out and read is definitely a win-win.

I love these personalised book cushions from Glitter Pig. They have a pocket for your child’s book and some treats, so they’ve got a special place to keep everything together. There are several options in terms of colour, and whether it comes just as the cover or with the cushion pad.

Perfect for bookworms and kids who need a little bit of encouragement to get into a good reading habit.

A Book Subscription

A book subscription is a great gift to encourage tweens to spend less time on technology and more time reading. The Little Book Boutique has a range of options from rolling monthly to 3, 6, and 12-month subscriptions for all age ranges and genres of children’s books.

Each subscription box includes two age-related books, a sticker chart and stickers, a book review template, bookmarks and reading tips, making them great value and exciting for kids.

Positive affirmations

Heading into their teenage years, but not quite being there, can be a tough time for some kids. Their bodies are changing rapidly, and hormones can play havoc with their mood and behaviour. Creating a gift using positive affirmations can be a great way to give them a boost and a reminder that they are amazing. You could get one printed and get it framed for their wall, or add one to the front of a notebook or engraved on some jewellery to create a meaningful and thoughtful gift.

Unique driving experiences

Young Driver offers unique driving lessons for 4 to 17-year-olds across 70+ UK venues,  giving them an experience they’ll remember forever while teaching vital road safety skills. The scheme has options from Suzuki Swifts and Porsche 911s to fire engines – and even a specially created electric car for under 9s!

Ages 9-17: Kids get behind the wheel of a real dual-controlled car, such as a Suzuki Swift, with a qualified instructor. They’ll learn everything from steering and braking to roundabouts and parallel parking – and its proven to make them safer drivers when they take to the road for real. Lessons start from under £50.

Exclusive and Classic Collections: At select venues, youngsters can try something extra special, including a Porsche 911, Mercedes SL 500, Bentley Continental Flying Spur, a classic car or even a fire engine. Prices from £25.

Use code YDWMAW15 to get 15% off Young Driver experiences

T&Cs: Offer cannot be used in conjunction with other offers or discounts. Discount valid on full priced lessons and experiences. Offer not valid on vouchers.
Code valid till 26/12/2025. 

Pepe and Tete Spanish lessons voucher

Learning a new language is a great skill for kids and adults alike. If your tween would like to learn Spanish, or is already learning and wants to enhance their skills, a voucher to learn with Pepe and Tete is a great option.

The lessons provide an authentic learning experience that is created around Pepito, a fun and engaging character who brings to life various aspects of the Spanish culture. To find out more and buy a voucher, contact Pepe and Tete.

Lifestyle Gift voucher

If the tween in your life is difficult to buy for, take the stress out of getting them the perfect gift by letting them choose for themselves. A Lifestyle gift card is easy to set up and use, and can be used to shop at over 300 brands.

The card can be purchased in either a physical gift card or eGift, depending on whether the recipient prefers to go shopping online or visit the shops in person. They’re both easy to set up by creating an account, choosing which brands they’d like to shop at (you can choose more than one), adding to their basket and confirming and they’re good to go shopping.

Badminton Set

An outdoor gift is a great way to get kids off their screens and into the fresh air with all of the benefits that brings. A badminton set is a great option for tweens due to the many health benefits it has from providing a physical workout, which helps to build strength, stamina bone density, to improving attention, focus and memory recall, as well as teaching children how to work together, communicate and learn how to follow rules. It can also develop limb coordination, balance and fine motor skills.

Badminton HQ have a wide range of sets, from just rackets and shuttlecocks to full kits which include portable nets, making them a great option to take when you’re out on a day trip or holiday.

CONNETIX 70-PIECE PRO CONSTRUCTION SET 

New spin on magnetic tiles, uses SmartSpin technology to let magnets rotate 360° & click into place. With smaller tiles & ultra-powerful magnets, older kids can build complex, multi-dimensional, interactive designs that can be picked up & moved.

Our kids love their Connetix tiles, particularly our youngest. They’re easy to use and durable -definitely a toy that will last.

Have a look at our other gift guides if you’re looking for inspiration for Christmas or other celebrations.