This Mother’s Day, we are encouraging mothers everywhere to embrace stillness and simply be. Mothers are the unsung heroes of everyday life, constantly juggling multiple responsibilities with grace and resilience. However, amidst the chaos of daily routines and endless to-do lists, it’s crucial for mothers to carve out moments of tranquility for themselves. Taking time to slow down, indulge in self-care rituals, and simply breathe can be transformative.

Mother’s Day is a chance to recharge their batteries, replenish their spirits, and reconnect with their inner selves. Whether it’s a leisurely bubble bath, a peaceful stroll in nature, or losing themselves in a captivating book, these moments of solitude allow mothers to rediscover the beauty of simply being.

Embracing moments of stillness and doing nothing is not just a luxury; it’s a necessity for mental and emotional well-being. In a world that glorifies busyness and productivity, mothers often neglect their own needs in favor of taking care of others.

However, by prioritizing moments of relaxation and idleness, mothers are able to cultivate a sense of balance and harmony in their lives. It’s a gentle reminder that their worth is not defined by their productivity, but by their ability to nurture themselves and find joy in the simple pleasures of life.

So, let’s celebrate the art of doing nothing, for it is in these moments of quietude that mothers can truly replenish their souls and find renewed energy to face whatever challenges life may bring. We hope the items in this guide will help you create the perfect environment to unwind, sleep in, and enjoy some much-needed self-care time.

For moms who like to sleep in

OLIVIA van

HALLE

LILA COSMIC

PAJAMAS in

Silk Satin

As stated on their website: This limited edition Lila silk pajama marries the best of Olivia von Halle with diamond jeweler Jessica McCormack’s signature motifs. The bespoke print, designed in collaboration, sees the exquisite heirloom embroideries that adorn Jessica McCormack’s Heirloom jewelry boxes reimagined as digitally manipulated motifs. Though printed and entirely smooth the texture of the thread-work remains clear, lending this print a playfully surrealist and otherworldly elegance. Pair with the Audrey Cosmic eye mask for the most sumptuous night’s sleep.

• Material: 100% silk
• Material Weight: 19 momme 
• Material Weave: satin  
• Trims: piped silk trims 
• Product Code: JM0001

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Gisele TENCEL

Modal Long PJ Set

This is arguably the softest pajama set on the market. It feels like wearing soft, fluffy clouds in the most flattering colors.

Available in 14 colors. Machine washable, very easy to care for and enjoy a day of pampering and TLC.

• 95% TENCEL™ Modal, 5% Spandex 
• Relaxed long sleeve and pant set
• Button front top with notch collar and functional pocket
• Low-rise straight leg pant with thin elastic waistband
• Contrast piping
• Machine wash cold; tumble dry low
• Imported
• SKU: PJ1018

DESMOND &

DEMPSEY

WIDE LEG PYJAMA TROUSERS

SOLEIA

LEOPARD MULTI PRINT

Where comfort meets style. As stated on their website:

IN A SENTENCE

A stylish wide-cut trouser with a slight flare and elasticated drawstring waist so they can be worn high or on the hips. Floaty and delicate with a breakfast on the Riviera vibe. Not your average pyjama bottom.

COTTON VOILE

Our sleep fabric supreme. Lightweight 75 gsm cotton with fine, tightly woven threads. Durable enough for regular washing and soft enough for sleep. Comes from the French word ‘veil’, indicating its breathability.

DEREK ROSE

WOMEN’S SHORT PYJAMAS Lara Micro Modal Stretch Teal

Ideal for women experiencing hot flashes during perimenopause & menopause. As stated on their website:

Lara originated from a desire to make a lighter weight but equally soft version of our signature Basel fabric. It really is a customer favourite.

Not only is the Lara soft, but thermostatic properties in the micro modal fibres allow them to react to changes in temperature and regulate your body heat, making this pyjama perfect to sleep in.

What’s more, the teal Lara fabric retains its initial softness and colour and is also environmentally friendly; made from sustainably forested European beech trees using a process that is carbon neutral.

LILY SILK

22 Momme

Women Silk

Pajamas Set

A signature LILYSILK fabric, Silk Charmeuse is responsibly crafted using a unique weaving technique that creates a smooth pearl-like gloss luster on one side of the fabric, while the reverse has a matte finish. This distinctive pattern adds an ultimate soft touch to any outfit or home decor. Breathable, hypoallergenic, moisture-retaining, drapes well, and endures throughout the seasons.

• 22 Momme Charmeuse Silk, Glossy, Smooth, Soft 
• Two-Piece Silk Pajama Set 
• Elasticated Waist With Self-Tie For An Adjustable Fit 
• 2 Front Pockets And 1 Left Chest Pocket, All With Contrasting Piping 
• SPU: 2207

LUNYA

Washable Silk

Cami Pant Set

Washable silk? A silk lover’s dream. Said to be, the same silky goodness you love from our pant set, with a fresh update and a bit of extra skin. You’ll look so good, your S.O. won’t even notice the kelp face mask you’re wearing.

• 100% Washable Mulberry Silk
• Thermoregulating to help maintain a comfy body temp
• Set includes tank and pull-on pant
• Adjustable T-back straps
• Pockets, for all the essentials
• No partial returns or exchange

NATORI

COLETTE SHORTS PJ

A harmony of cotton and silk makes for the perfect sleep.

• Length: 23″
• Inseam: 3.5″
• Lace applique at neckline and hem
• Adjustable straps
• Flat front elastic waistband
• Lightweight, soft and breathable cotton silk voile
• 70% cotton, 30% silk
• Hand wash cold, with similar colors, do not bleach, line dry, for best results dry clean

THE SLEEPER

Party Pajama

with Detachable

Feathers

in Pink Stripes

Did someone say, Mrs. Roper era? The description says it all. Striped pink pajama shirt and pants set in soft certified viscose, trimmed with detachable ostrich feather cuffs. The shirt features a cropped sleeve length, as well as tonal piping at the rounded collar, button closure and pockets. The pants sit below the hip with a comfortable elastic waistband and straight silhouette.

KAREN MABON

WILD CREATURES SILK

PYJAMA SET | GREEN

Inspired by the allure of far-flung paradises, enchanting landscapes and distant lands. Taking notes from Henri Rousseau’s mesmerising vision of the jungle. Delving deep into the tropics, whisking you away to a world adorned with the vibrant hues of passion fruit florals. Intricately detailed onto our classic silk pyjama shape with contrast piping and patch shirt pocket. 

DETAILS & CARE: 

■ Composition: 93% Silk, 7% Elastane

■ Long sleeved shirt with patch pocket and piping detail.

■ Straight leg trousers with pockets, piping detail and semi-drawstring waist

■ Drawstring elasticated waistband and French seams to ensure ultimate comfort 

■ Dry Clean Only

TRUDON

CIRE

Beeswax Absolute

A Trudon classic, the Classic Candle fits all occasions; perfumes each and every room. Available in all scents, it is the most iconic. They are manufactured at the Trudon workshop in Normandy, France, using unrivaled know-how inherited from master candle makers. courtesy of TRUDON

THE MAKER

Build Your Own Midi Candle Trio

Curate your own candle bundle with The Maker’s best-selling original scents. Select any combination you wish (yes, you can choose multiples of the same candle): 

Spiritus: a spicy woody scent
Gardener: an herbaceous citrus 
Artist: a fruity floral 

These vegan “midi” candles are generously sized with a burn time of 25 hours each. 

The best part? After they are finished burning, upcycle them to use as drinking glasses, flower vases, or to hold your favorite items. 

Size: Each midi candle is 120g / 4.2oz
The keepsake drawer box is 9.6”L x 3.5”W x 3.5”H.

courtesy of the maker

SALT & STONE

SAFFRON & CEDAR

Elevate your space with a cleaner candle. Comprised of coconut and soy-based wax, this home fragrance burns up to 55 hours, filling any space. Formulated with vegan-friendly ingredients.

Salt dances on the breeze where the ocean meets the mountains. Fresh rain on warm ground. Woody cedar. Surf Wax. A hit of nostalgia as you move along the Pacific Coast, and the living is easy.

Top — Saffron, Heliotrope Flower
Mid — Oakmoss, Neroli, Surf Wax
Base — Sugar Cane, Cedarwood

courtesy of Salt & Stone

NEST NEW YORK

Madagascar Vanilla Classic Candle

Capture the allure of Madagascar’s rich landscape with this scented candle featuring the warm essence of vanilla bean, the subtle floralcy of vanilla orchid, and a hint of coconut.

This exquisitely fragranced candle is meticulously crafted with a proprietary premium wax formulated so the candle burns cleanly and evenly and infuses a room with exceptional scent.

courtesy of Nest New York

LAKE & SKYE

CANDLE TRIO SET

Try three of our best selling and award winning candles in a giftable votive set including 11 11, Santal Gray and Wild Grass & Sage. Candles made with 100% soy wax.

Free of parabens, phthalates and sulfates. Vegan, Cruelty free, Unisex.

Each candle has a 15 hour burn time.

courtesy of Lake & Skye

CHANEL

CHANCE EAU FRAÎCHE

A limited-edition set of 4 die-shaped soaps for hands and body. Delicately infused with the floral-sparkling notes of CHANCE EAU FRAÎCHE, they leave skin lightly scented. Embossed with CHANCE-themed symbols, they’re a playful gesture that makes the everyday a bit more magical.

composition

Fresh, zesty citron and soft jasmine mingle with the vibrant presence of a teak wood note.

courtesy of CHANEL

ROYAL DESIGN

Hanna Bed Tray

Bed tray by Sagaform. Few things are more precious than taking extra time to welcome the day with a leisurely breakfast in bed. Whether as a weekend tradition or for the most special occasions, the Hanna Bed Tray is your companion to make this moment a pleasurable reality. Made of red oak from certified forestry and equipped with foldable legs, this tray makes your breakfast experience even more comfortable and relaxing.

Designed by Studio Sagaform.

About the bed tray from Sagaform

– Designed by Studio Sagaform.
– Rectangular shape.

Courtesy of Royal Design

ROYAL COPENHAGEN

Blue Fluted Plain

SNACK BOWL 30 CL, 2 PC

These Blue Fluted Plain Bowls are ideal for rice or on any kind of snack table, morning, noon or night. Whether it’s for a light aperitif on a warm Spring evening or in company with a cup of coffee and a good book for a little afternoon delight.

Blue Fluted Plain captivates with its classic versatility and still today, the first ever Royal Copenhagen collection from 1775 remains forever in style. The graceful decoration of the collection emphasises the delicate form and craftsmanship of each piece. Use Blue Fluted Plain as the basis for a unique collection of Royal Copenhagen porcelain, combining the classic with the contemporary.

Courtesy of Royal Copenhagen

PARACHUTE

Cloud Cotton Robe

Lounge like you mean it. Soft, light and luxurious, this super comfy robe features fluffy 4-ply gauze, a snug waist tie and two hidden side pockets. Made from premium 100% long-staple cotton and designed to have a relaxed, comfortable fit.

• 4-ply gauze fabrication made of 100% long-staple Turkish cotton.
• Garment dyed and washed.
• Find the Right Fit. Use your current measurements to find your size. Size up for a more relaxed fit.
• Made in Turkey.
• OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 16.HUS.93300 Hohenstein HTTI.
• Discover the right robe for you with our Robe Quiz and Guide to the Coziest Robes + Loungewear.

Courtesy of Parachute

HOMEBODII

Ultimate Luxe Robe

Like a warm hug from Mum! homebodii® Ultimate Luxe Robe is unlike any other plush robe around… Made from the softest stretch plush in blush. Wrap yourself up in comfort this winter featuring cuffed long sleeves, a self-tie belt, two patch pockets and a hood. It’s like a hotel robe only better!

• Beautifully soft 100% Polyester
• Hood
• Pockets on the front
• Tie-up belt
• Designed in Australia

courtesy of HOMEBODII

HOMEBODII

Portia Slipper

Homebodii’s luxury sheep skin Portia slipper features a loafer-style cut, with a quilted satin insole and lining and velvet covering. The Portia slipper is an elegant fusion of style and comfort. Our luxury Portia Slipper is the new addition to the wardrobe every girl deserves!  

• Delicate Satin Lining
• Quilted Satin Insole
• Designed in Australia.

Courtesy of HOMEBODII

UNCOMMON GOODS

Custom Message Shortbread Cookies

Personalized cookies for the one you love, miss, or want to congratulate.

Say it with shortbread by creating a personalized cookie message for the one(s) you love. Submit a name, a date, an inside joke, or an address, and Celine Zhou will put your special message on these delicious vanilla shortbread cookies. 

• Each cookie displays three lines of text and 12 characters per line.
• Valid characters include A-Z, 0-9, special characters, and the heart emoji (no other emoticons accepted).
• Box includes 24 cookies and measures 8″ L x 4.75″ W x 2″ H.
• Made in California.

Courtesy of Uncommon Goods

MUTHA

REBIRTH™ VERNIX MASK

When was your skin it’s most amazing? Hint: The day you were born. This was the inspiration behind MUTHA REBIRTH Vernix Mask – a nourishing gel-cream mask engineered with MUTHA REBIRTH™ Technology. This advanced renewal blend harnesses postbiotics and plant-based, bio-powered ingredients inspired by the flora and nutrients found on newborn skin. It works to rejuvenate and repair to help improve fine lines and wrinkles and help the skin look revitalized and restored. The REBIRTH Vernix Mask is clinically proven to significantly reduce wrinkle length and volume, increase skin firmness and elasticity in 4 weeks.*

97% Natural Origin. Dermatology and Allergy tested. Never tested on animals.

Courtesy of MUTHA

TYPOLOGY PARIS

Smooth, Repair + Tint
Lip Trio

Remove dead skin cells and texture with the Resurfacing Lip Peel. Apply the Repairing Mask to moisturize and soothe damaged lips. Finally, add a touch of color and shine with the hydrating Tinted Lip Oil.

This trio includes: 

Mandelic Acid Lip Peel 2% + Pomegranate Enzyme 15ml

Concentrated in active exfoliating ingredients, this lip peel removes dead skin cells to renew the lip surface, leaving lips soft and supple.

96% naturally derived.

Lip Mask 1% Ceramides + Hyaluronic Acid 15ml

Combines the lip-replenishing action of ceramides with the moisturizing action of hyaluronic acid to repair chapped lips. After 15 minutes of application, lips are supple and comfortable.

98% naturally derived.

Tinted Lip Oil 15ml

Enriched with squalane, jojoba oil and vitamin E, this oil delicately tints the lips and provides nutrition, comfort and suppleness.

Formulated without nanoparticles, mineral oils and silicones. Light coverage, shiny and non-sticky finish.

98% naturally derived.

Courtesy of Typology Paris

AUGUSTINUS BADER

The Hand Treatment

A luxuriously rich, fast-absorbing formula to deeply nourish, hydrate, and protect dry, chapped, overwashed hands. An everyday essential powered by TFC8®.

KEY BENEFITS 

• Deeply nourishes and moisturizes your skin, leaving hands feeling soft, supple, and hydrated.
• Supports improved elasticity and smoothness.
• Protects against environmental stressors and pollution.
• TFC8® supports cellular renewal and guides key ingredients to the cells.

VISIBLE RESULTS 

• Reduces the appearance of aging and scarring.
• Reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation and age spots.
• Soothes chapped, irritated skin.

Courtesy of Augustinus Bader

BEAUTY PIE

Super RetinolAnti-aging Hand Cream (1% Retinol Complex)

An overnight, sensational, all-in-one anti-aging and moisturizing hand cream.

‎Like dipping your hands in the Fountain of Youth, this is anti-aging hand cream ‘par excellence’. Formulated in Switzerland with the most effective, targeted and encapsulated Retinol, biotech Pseudo-Collagen and Shea Butter, it helps brighten sun-spots, re-elasticise skin and deeply moisturise. There’s a reason it gets a lot of ‘LOVE’ ratings and reviews. Buy yourself a tube, apply it every evening, and watch your hands refresh.

All skin types (except sensitive)

Courtesy of Beauty Pie

NEOM

PERFECT NIGHT’S SLEEP MAGNESIUM BODY BUTTER

Pamper the body and relax the mind with the Neom Perfect Night’s Sleep Magnesium Body Butter, a luxurious skincare solution to nourish and restore the skin, while its aromatic fragrance boosts well-being.

Formulated with a lavish blend of shea butter, aloe vera, grapeseed oil and coconut oil, the Neom Perfect Night’s Sleep Magnesium Body Butter is supercharged with magnesium, a mineral vital for health which helps to support the production of melatonin for an optimal sleep-wake cycle.

This rich body butter feels luxurious on the skin, tantalising the senses with the relaxing aromas of Neom Tranquillity™ fragrance. The scent of English lavender, jasmine and sweet basil works to ease anxiety and tension, helping to restore the skin while aiding a perfect night’s sleep.

KEY BENEFITS

• 88mg of magnesium per 5ml of product
• Neom Tranquillity™ fragrance 
• Reduces muscle tension and anxiety
• Promotes a restful sleep
• Contains revitalising blend of shea butter, aloe vera, and grapeseed and coconut oil

Courtesy of NEOM

MoCuishle Shiatsu Back Shoulder and Neck

Massager with Heat, Electric Deep Tissue 4D

Kneading Massage

• 8 DEEP TISSUE KNEADING NODES: 8 kneading massage nodes provide deep massage to your tissues and muscles. Uses Shiatsu based therapy replaces the therapist wherever go to provide a soothing and relaxing experience to your strained muscles whether it is due physical strain on mental stress 
• ADVANCED HEATING: With infrared heating, our massager provides the necessary warmness to ease muscle tension and stress. Warmness or gentle heat helps in improving the blood circulation and relieves you of body aches, cramps, tension. It easy to use and clean, premium breathable mesh and PU leather provides a very comforting experience 
• Adjustable speed and direction control: With three adjustable speeds (slow, medium, and fast), you get to decide to tune the device to provide massaging per your personal preference. Press the direction button to change the direction. Or rest easy, the massager will change direction by itself every minute. Don’t worry about falling asleep, device automatically shuts off in 15 minutes

Courtesy of AMAZON

BROOKLINEN

Classic Percale Core Sheet Set

Best Bed sheet for hot flashes. Hotel-sheet lovers, these are your sheets. Cool, crisp, and ideal for hot sleepers—this is the fabric that put us on the map. Our Classic Percale sheets start with the highest quality threads, using 270 thread count long-staple cotton with a one-yarn-over and one-yarn-under weave. This results in a matte finish for that breathable, hotel-style feel. Its exceptional softness and durability means it gets better with every wash, without pilling. Its lightweight, matte finish makes it the top choice for warmer climates, and year-round hot sleepers (night-sweaters this fabric is for you!). 

Courtesy of Brooklinen

MIDLIFE AUTHORS

Authors whose books are like mirrors, reflecting the complexities of our journey through midlife, where we find solace, companionship, and joy, in navigating the twists and turns of midlife on our terms.