Great Gifts for Work at Home Moms

Would you like to know about a few great gifts for work at home moms? If you have a work at home mom on your holiday gift list, chances are you have considered their occupation when planning the perfect gift. And, it's true that work at home moms appreciate the sentiment of gifts that make life easier or encourage the transition into relaxation after a hard day. A work at home mom is one who balances child rearing and homemaking with bringing in an income. Whether your favorite work at home mom is a part timer or a full timer with a small office, these often unsung heroes deserve special holiday recognition.

General gifts for work at home moms can be as simple as baking for them two dozen cookies, a decorative mug, or a gift card so she can select a gift from her wish list. But if cookies are too time consuming (or if she's Martha Stewart), or a gift card seems impersonal, here is a list of ten great gifts for work at home moms.

1. The Flavored Java Sampler from Rona Inc. Contains four half pound bags of Mocha Toffee, Crème Brule, Jamaica Rum French Vanilla, and Blueberry Crumble coffee. This enticing package also includes chocolate spoons and one of Wicked Jack's True Jamaican rum cake, assorted teas and chai. You can purchase this delicious coffee gift in whole bean or ground, regular or decaf for $38 - 39. Gevalia has over 90 varieties of coffee and gifts with baskets ranging from $30 - $100. The Gevalia Flavored Coffee Collection comes with 8 oz packages of Hazlenut, French Vanilla, Vanilla Nut, Irish Crème, Amaretto, Chocolate Raspberry, Cinnamon, and Mocha coffees as well as two 18-oz Gevalia signature mugs. The price is $64.95 for ground only in decaf or regular varieties. Gevalia can ship it as a gift or add professional gift wrapping for $4.95.

2. A great thing about working from home is the fact that you can work in your pajamas if you wanted to. Though most work at home moms would be utterly appalled at the thought of typing in a nightgown, comfy pajama bottoms are sometimes the work wardrobe of choice. The Life is Good line from Sleepyheads.com can be purchased in shorts or pants sets, and they are incredibly comfortable. The pink Sleeping Rocket tank and Pant retails for $58, and features a stylistic dog relaxing. For other great loungewear, consider The Pajama Company, which carries a full line of pajamas and comfy clothes for the whole family.

3. One problem work at home moms have expressed is the fact that people don't actually take their work seriously if they find out that a freelancer is also a work at home mom. Often, this is a reason for companies to be lax in paying in a timely manner. Consider having business cards printed for your favorite work at home mom. Select well-designed, high quality cards like those available from All Business Cards. Be sure to select professional-looking designs and get all of the information on them accurate. Glossy cards are just $105, and econo are $30.50 for 250.

4. Our Mothers: Portraits by 72 Women Photographers is a wonderful encouragement for stay at home moms. Few have discovered this little gem of a book, which contains an incredible examination of the mothers of photographers. Though some have lost their mothers, others explain just how mothers have affected their lives through both hardship and celebration.

5. You can never have enough calendars! The Just for Mom Page-A-Day 2007 Daily Boxed Calendar from Calendars.com is a 365 page jubilant celebration of moms. This calendar is an excellent pick me up for work at home moms of any variety, with plenty of praise and appreciation. $11.95.

6. A quality Day Timer is one of the most helpful gifts you can give to a work at home mom. With Day Timers and personal planners, work at home moms can keep busy schedules organized and plan for vacations and appointments.
7. For that busy work at home mom, one of the nicest expressions is the gift of comfortable slip-on shoes. Aerosoles carries a full line of slip on and sandals for your favorite work at home mom to wear whenever she's lounging or picking up the kids. The Perflex comes in five earthtones, is accented with studs, and has a humble 3/4" heel. For a supportive shoe that's whimsical as well as comfortable, consider giving a pair of crocs.

8. If your stay at home mom likes to stay in touch with family and friends the old fashioned way, consider the gift of stationary. Perfect for jotting down a quick note or composing a thoughtful message for Grandma, a box of stationary from give simple is the perfect way for a stay at home mom to correspond with loved ones. Consider adding a nice address book like the whimsical Wild Roses Address Book by Anne Geddes. Available at Walmart.com, this cute book features three babies dressed as cute flowers. $12.46.

9. For a thoughtful bath or shower gel gift, consider a homemade gift from Barb's Homemade Soap and More. Not only is homemade soap a luxury gift, work at home moms will appreciate the fact that Barb's gifts are made by hand. Mystical Aromas sells adorable soy wax dipped teddy bears as well as homemade bath essentials. This work at home mom has a wide array of thoughtful gifts perfect for any recipient. If you can't decide, just order a gift certificate.

10. Teleflora's Chocolate Lovers Basket contains a wide array of indulgences perfect for any chocolate loving work at home mom. The gift of delicious confections is an encouragement to unwind after a long day working from home. Chocolate has a calming affect and is said to aid with the heart. Work at home moms will appreciate having this special item delivered to their door. $56.95 - 86.95.

Whether your gift makes work at home easier or it makes it easier to unwind after a long day, purchasing a gift for a hard-working work at home mom has never been easier with the availability of plenty of necessities and luxuries for online purchase. If you can't decide on one of these great gifts, consider gift cards to a great family restaurant. Be sure to load the card with enough funds to cover an entire family dinner, and give that work at home mom a cook's night off! Happy holidays.