Great Mother's Day Gifts

Step Away from the Ordinary with These Great Gifts

Mother's Day is right around the corner, and your neighborhood florists and restaurants are already spending the money that comes pouring in each May. Instead of giving Mom flowers and a dinner out, why not try gifts that she will actually use and appreciate throughout the year?

Moms work hard. The Conair Ultimate Thermal Spa Bath Mat with Remote and Massage ($99.99) will help ease sore muscles and relax away the stress of running a household and carpooling. The Spa Bath Mat features a foot roller with air jets, a massaging back mat and an adjustable neck rest. Pair the Spa Bath Mat with a gift basket filled with Bath and Body Works Aromatherapy Sugar Scrub ($20), Body Wash ($13) and Massage Oil ($16) for a spa quality get away at home.

Between car pools, play dates and soccer practices, moms seldom stay in one spot for long. Make it easy for her to carry her favorite tunes with her. An iPod makes a great gift. From the ultra-small one GB iPod Shuffle ($79) to the 80 GB iPod Video ($299), Apple makes an iPod with the capacity to fit every music lover's collection. Don't forget to add a pair of noise canceling headphones like Shure's eC2 ($99) for the ultimate music experience.

What mom doesn't love shoes? If your mom is one of those that s constantly on her feet, a new pair of the super comfortable and ultra trendy Crocs ($30) make a great gift without breaking your budget. Crocs come in a wide variety of colors and styles,including the new Mary Janes ($30). Personalize your mom's shoes by adding Gibbets, small charms that snap into the Crocs' holes.