Flapjack pancakes apron for Gen X Mother's Day

10 Best Heartwarming Gen X Mother’s Day Gifts sold by Black-Owned Businesses!

Shopping for a thoughtful gift for a Gen X loved one? Consider unique or luxurious items from Black-owned businesses.

A Gen X Mother’s Day can be a joyful or reflective time for those celebrating mothers, parental figures, or mother-like mentors in their lives. 

Our list includes first-time Mother’s Day presents and options for those mothers adjusting to an empty nest. How about a journal that a soon-to-be mother could one day pass down to her children? Alternatively, you might opt for practical indulgences like a scented candle. 

If your wife loves style, a custom rucksack could be perfect. For a mother-in-law who enjoys unique items, consider a conversation-starting limited edition artwork. Here are 10 Gen X Mother’s Day Ideas to make them happy and support Black businesses.

Celebrate the bond between mother and child with this captivating art print from Holland House Press, perfect for the Gen X parent. Featuring a beautiful depiction of a Black mother and child against a vibrant yellow background, this piece radiates warmth and love. It’s an inspiring addition to her reading nook or living room, reminding her of the timeless connection and joy of motherhood with every glance.

For the Gen X mom looking to declutter and simplify, “The Afrominimalist’s Guide to Living with Less” by Christine Platt is an essential read. This book redefines minimalism with a cultural twist, offering practical advice on reducing excess while honoring heritage. It’s the perfect gift to inspire tranquility and thoughtful living.

Perfect for the Gen X mom who’s a whiz in the kitchen, this charming apron features a playful pancake print that’s as fun as it is functional.

For Gen X parents or spouses with a penchant for leather and vibrant colors, the Mini Messenger bag from MIFLAND is a top pick.

If you have a Gen X mom who loves coffee table books and home decor consider adding the Aphrochic gem to the collection.


For the literary Gen X mom with a flair for unique home decor, these hand-carved acacia wood mask bookends by Expedition Subsahara are the perfect Mother’s Day gift. Merging functionality with artistry, each piece showcases intricate details and a rich, natural grain that adds a touch of sophistication and worldliness to her bookshelf.

A mug isn’t the most original Mother’s Day gift, but it’s the most thoughtful when paired with Drinkflyest‘s soothing loose-leaf tea.  Treat her to HollandHousePress.com‘s Living Single mug, make some popcorn, and Sister Sister tea to indulge while binging  “Living Single”  Mother’s Day Weekend.


Indulge the Gen X mom in your life with a selection of exquisite loose-leaf teas. Whether she prefers the soothing embrace of chamomile or the invigorating zest of green tea, Drinkflyest.com offers this thoughtful gift that elevates her daily tea experience.

If your Gen X parent is a former or current b-girl or b-boy, they’ll love this satin-lined bucket hat from Kin Apparel.

For the Gen X mom or a mom navigating perimenopause who deserves a moment of reflection, Hollandhousepress‘s manifestation journal offers a perfect escape. With prompts and weekly challenges designed to cultivate positivity, it provides a daily five-minute retreat to enhance her well-being.

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