Mother’s Day 2026 is on May 10 and Mum’s all over Adelaide will hopefully be eating breakfast in bed, wearing macaroni necklaces and treated to some special gifts from their loved ones….
BUT what does Mum REALLY want???
We did a quick whip around the many Mums who are part of the KiA team and below is a list of what’s on our wish list this year. And yes, this might be a very extravagant way for us to drop hints for our own lovely families, but might as well help you AND help ourselves right? A lot of these are local South Australian businesses so you can spoil Mum AND support a small business. Win/Win for everyone!
Mother’s Day Weekend Pop-Up at Lily West
Saturday 9th May: 6am–6pm
Sunday 1oth May: 6am until sold out
(and trust us—it goes fast!)
Findon Shopping Centre Carpark
This Mother’s Day weekend, Lily West Floral Designers is bringing the blooms in a big way! They’re taking over the Findon Shopping Centre carpark with a huge pop-up flower store, filled to the brim with premium arrangements, bouquets, and vases made with love and care.
The talented florists at Lily West have poured countless hours into creating a stunning collection throughout the week, just so you can pick the perfect piece for the special person in your life.
From breathtaking floral statements to sweet, simple bunches—there’s something beautiful for everyone.
And if flowers aren’t their thing? No worries. Their main store will be open and fully stocked with gorgeous gifts, lush plants, and thoughtful goodies to make anyone feel truly celebrated.
For the plant mum in your life – Helen’s Mini Worlds
Helen’s Mini Worlds in the Adelaide CBD is the perfect store for Mums of kids or Mums of plants! It’s indoor plant heaven, but it’s also so much more than an indoor plant store!
Yes you can grab everything you need for your indoor plants at Helen’s Mini Worlds, including pots, plant care and of course plants themselves, but check out the MAKE YOU OWN TERRARIUM BAR! Here you can pop in (no bookings needed) and make your own terrarium – it’s so much fun and doubles as both an activity for Mum AND a gift for Mum.
Frida Las Vegas Towel
If you’re after a fun Mother’s Day gift that’s a little different, this Frida Las Vegas towel is such a good pick! Proudly designed and ethically made in Australia, it’s big (100cm x 146cm!), super lightweight and dries in no time. Made from moisture-wicking microfibre, it’s perfect for beach days, the gym, or throwing in a suitcase for a holiday. Plus, it folds up small, so Mum won’t be lugging around a heavy, soggy towel.
The bold artwork is by the amazing Frida Las Vegas and printed on the top side — it’s bright, punchy and guaranteed to make a statement wherever it goes.
Japanese Hair Spa at ‘The Gym’
This relaing and indulgent hair spa includes hair health consultation, a double shampoo, a 20/40 minute massage, Kerastase products tailored to your hair and a 5 minute blast dry. Using only high end products to give you the best results. This is for the Mums who wish the wash and massage at the hairdresser was never ending. There is honestly nothing quite like this dreamy feel good experience!
South Aussie Gin from Heaps Good Gin!
As Mums we all need a drink sometimes! Heaps Good Gin is for the Mum who enjoys FANTASTIC gin and loves to support local – they are made right here in SA and even have a local twist on some of their specialties such as the Victor Harbor Gin or The Hills Gin.
And as if that wasn’t good enough, they make a GINSPRESSO! It is delish… and on the back of the bottle is a QR code for heaps of recipes ideas.
Just in time for Mother’s Day, they have released their Heaps Good Tinnies too! Perfect for the Mum who isn’t too posh…
If you aren’t sure which one to choose, it really doesn’t matter – they are all incredible, made with local ingredients and are also just so darn Instagrammable. Perfect for the modern day Mum!
Grab HEAPS GOOD GIN via their website or follow them on Instagram
Grab Mum a TreeClimb Voucher!
With two locations to choose from, send Mum up into the treetops with a gift voucher for TreeClimb. She can redeem the voucher at either the TreeClimb Adelaide or TreeClimb Kuitpo Forest and the vouchers are also redeemable at their onsite cafes so she can have a coffee and treat after her climb!
Ugly Swan
Glam up this Mother’s Day with a limited edition pack from Ugly Swan. It’s no secret we LOVE these brushes for our kids wild hair BUT we also love them for our own hair.
Set includes: 1 Maxi Brush, 1 Palm Flexi + 1 Unicorn Microfibre Hair Towel and FREE shipping!
Shop online at uglyswan.com.au and use the code “kia” for an extra 10% off your order!
Flowers that never die
These Flower Set magnets by South Aussie artist Billie Justice Thomson are the cutest! You get five colourful flower magnets that’ll brighten up your fridge (and the best part — they’ll never die!). They’re proudly made in Australia and only $38 for the set. If flowers aren’t her style, there are plenty of other great designs from champagne bottles to a smiley face frtiz.
Billie’s known for her fun, feel-good artwork that’s all about everyday things we love. She’s based in Adelaide and her stuff pops up everywhere from galleries to cafés — it’s so cool to have a little piece of her work at home!
Wild gift ideas for Mum!
Give a wild experience this Mother’s Day that supports wildlife and wild habitats! From towering giraffes to tiger cubs, rhino spotting on safari and mingling with Meerkats, there’s something for every mum.
Book your adventure or purchase a gift voucher now.
An Audible Subscription
Audible gift memberships are a flexible present that can be enjoyed in so many ways, from commuting to work to winding down before bed. Choose from 1, 3, 6 or 12 month subscription for Mum and she can download an audiobook every month.
Buy online at
www.audible.com.au/ep/giftcentre
Alcoholder
Alcoholder Stemless Insulated Tumblers ticked all the boxes. Adele uses hers everyday for her coffee because it stays hot for hours – no more 1/2 drunk cuppas – plus, it keeps the ice frozen in her Vodka soda on the river for hours as well!
Shaped for comfort and designed for practicality, the TraVino Stemless Insulated Wine Tumbler will lovingly take care of half a bottle of wine at a time (355ml) and keep it cool for up to 12hrs. What’s neat is it’ll also handle hot drinks and keep them that way for up to 6hrs. Constructed of BPA-free food grade stainless steel, the tumbler features a splashproof slide-open lid.
$34.95 from Adventure Awaits
www.adventureawaits.com.au
Treat Mum to some rest and relaxation
A very popular choice from the KiA Mums was a voucher for a massage, float or pamper session. Maybe a voucher from Endota, a facial from Bliss Beauty and Float, or just a 60 min full body massage from her favourite place. It might take her 12 months to find the time to redeem it but just knowing that an hour or two of alone time is ready and waiting whenever she needs it is a gift in itself.
Lula Eye Masks
Like a warm hug for your eyes and mind, this self warming eye mask starts warming up the moment you open it. Lie back, get ready to relax and unfold the mask. When the mask meets the air it begins to warm up, staying at a comforting temperature and releasing the scent of Lavender, so you can drift into a daydream or a deep night’s sleep. A beautiful gift of self-care, the scent of Lavender can help relax, de-stress and assist with sleep.
$29.95
click here to buy online
Bayside Glamping
Gift her time this Mother’s Day!
Bayside Glamping in Marion Bay is offering a limited Mother’s Day Bed & Breakfast experience at The Sanctuary – an adults only, eco-luxe retreat on The Yorke Peninsula. This two-night escpae includes a locally curated breakfast and morning tea hamper for slow, easy mornings, along with a bottle of local wine, beers and chocolates, all designed so nothing is expected of her.
With the Marion Bay Tavern just across the road for relaxed dinners, and long, indulgent bubble baths waiting back at the Sanctuary, it’s a stay that feels effortlessly taken care of.
Bayside also offers a cosy off-grid Tiny House and a boutique Glamping Tent, each creating their own slower kind of coastal escape.
A gift voucher is a beautiful way to let her choose her own time to unwind Visit their website here!
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