Each Christmas, my kids love giving me gifts. The biggest challenge they have is finding something that I'll like that's in a reasonable price range. 

I've learned that if Mom makes a Christmas Wish List with pictures, it helps the kids a ton. 

They feel so proud of their Christmas gift choices and can't wait to wrap it and give it to me on Christmas morning.

If you're looking for inexpensive Christmas Gift Ideas for Mom, we hope this list inspires!

Christmas Gift Ideas for Mom

The Light We Carry: Overcoming Uncertain Times by Michelle Obama (Hardcover)

I am a huge fan of Michelle Obama and absolutely LOVED her first book, Becoming. It was one of the most inspiring books I've read.

This appears to be just as fabulous as she shares more of her own personal story and how she works through and overcomes so many of the strong feelings that we all feel as humans.

Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry (Hardcover)

At night, before bed when I'm trying to wind down I watch one of three shows: Friends, Mom, or Seinfeld. These shows soothe me and help my brain turn off from all of the day's adventures.

Friends has been one of my go-to shows for a long time. I love learning more about the actors and actresses involved and where they are today. 

When I heard Matthew Perry was writing a book, I couldn't wait to read it.

Folding Pedal Exerciser

A few months ago my bicycle desk broke. It was quite devastating to me as I do a lot of my exercising while I work, and haven't been able to since.

We've looked into getting a new bicycle desk, but at this point it's not really in the cards. As I've looked around for other options, this folding pedal exerciser became an option.

The more I read about it, the more I love it as I can use it while I'm working at the computer desk, at the table of when watching something on the TV.

I love that it's so compact and can be stored in small places easily.

3 lb Ankle Weights

I absolutely love my lower body workout, but it's beginning to be too easy. These weights will add the extra challenge I need to keep going and take things to the next level.

They'll also be great to use on walks, especially if I'm needing to move a bit slower than usual with Sunshine in tow.

Keyboard Mouse Pad Wrist Support Set

As a blogger, I'm on the computer ALL THE TIME. 

Even before I became a blogger I was developing carpel tunnel syndrome. 

Last year I injured my hand and now wear a brace when I work.

I am in desperate need of some wrist supports while I work.

These supports are absolutely beautiful and in my favorite color!

Camera Bag

Photography is part of my job as a blogger. 

I have a beautiful Cannon DSL camera, without a case to store it in. The poor thing literally sits on my desk or on a high shelf in my kitchen.

It's time to give my camera some tender love and care, and to provide opportunities to take pictures on the go.

This case will allow me to do all of that!

The Crown Season 3 Blu-ray

If you've known me for any length of time, you know I love following the royal family. 

The Crown is one of my favorite shows. I've watched seasons 1 and 2 and anxiously waiting to begin season 3 once I receive this gift!

Big Miracle Blu-ray

This movie has been a favorite, for quite a while. I love whales, cold weather, and native culture. Unfortunately, I've never owned it.

Now that Sunshine is home, we're a PG family when she's present. (She can't handle PG-13 movies yet.) 

This will be a great option to have on Friday night movie night to watch as a family and introduce to Sunshine.

Khaki Stretch Cotton A-Line Maxi Skirt Size X-Large

Last Christmas I received this beautiful wool green and blue sweater.  I absolutely love it!

The problem is that other than jeans, I have nothing to wear it with.

This skirt will allow me to wear the sweater at church and to other events.

ZOYA Happy Holo-Days Quad

Polishing my nails is a form of self-care. ZOYA is my favorite brand of nail polish. 

I absolutely love darker colors and how they look with my skin tone and nails. 

This is a set that I do not own, that I can't wait to try out as it includes colors that go along with multiple outfits.

Wilton Non-Stick 9 inch Pans with Lids

We make just about every meal, dessert, and snack from scratch at our house. 

Now that Sunshine is home, we're making a gluten free, corn free, soy free, dairy free, refined sugar free version of everything, along with the regular version for everything else.

Many of Sunshine's recipes are designed to be made in a 9x9 square pan, which we don't own. These pans with lids will be very helpful!

Pyrex Food Storage Lids 9 Pack

We use Pyrex containers and lids on a daily basis. The containers hold up really well, but after four or five years, the lids have cracked and torn.

I am so thankful that Pyrex makes lid replacements so I don't have to buy a brand new set. 

No one at our house enjoys using plastic wrap, especially since the containers aren't stackable without the lids.

Keeping things neat and organized helps my sanity so much!

To some, these Christmas gift ideas may seem silly, but to me they're perfect. 

I hope they inspire you to come up with the perfect gift for a mother in your life!

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 Cutting is one of Sunshine's favorite fine motor tasks, but she still has a ways to go when it comes to accuracy. 

Santa themed cutting strips are sure to entice her to practice this Christmas season.

I'm excited to provide this activity for the older kids to practice as well. They really struggle with cutting and have only lately expressed a desire to learn to cut better.

No matter the age and ability of your kiddos, these FREE Santa Cutting Strips are sure to delight during the holiday season!

FREE Santa Cutting Strips

To use these cutting strips, all you need to do is download the free printable, cut the strips and pair with scissors!

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If you're looking for more Santa themed practical life activities and printables, be sure to check out the activities and printables below!

Santa Practical Life Activities with Free Printables

There are so many fun ways to make practical life activities Christmas and Santa themed during the holiday season.

Our Santa Practical Life Activities with Free Printables give you some super cute and fun options for kiddos in your classroom at home or at school!

If you're looking to expand Christmas activities to include language and math activities, be sure to look at the resources below!

Santa Language Activities for Kid with Free Printables

These Santa themed language activities are fabulous when helping a child learn to read, write, and spell during the holiday season. 

There are so many activity options to meet the needs of every child and there is another freebie included in the post!

Almost all of the printables included in the Santa Language Activities for Kids with Free Printables are from our Montessori-inspired Santa Printable Pack!

As always, there is a bonus freebie in the post you'll want to grab!

Santa Math Activities with Free Printables

Children can learn, practice, and review number quantities, addition, subtraction, and measurement using these Santa Math Activities with Free Printables.

I love how festive and inviting these activities look. 

It's amazing how much more attractive non preferred tasks can be during the holiday season because of a simple theme change.

There are so many ways to incorporate Santa into learning during the Christmas season, without focusing on the fantasy aspect of all that he is!

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If you're looking for Christmas Gift Ideas for a 14 Year Old Boy, you're sure to find something that fits the bill here.

This is my son's wish list.

I love that he wanted to make sure that each and every item was fun. 

His interests are diversifying, which is so exciting!

Bulldozer's wish list this Christmas truly reflects who he is and all of the passions he holds so dear.

We hope this list inspires and helps you finish up your holiday shopping!

Christmas Gift Ideas for 14 Year Old Boys

Marvel Movies: Spider-Man: No Way Home Blu-ray

If you have a teen who enjoys Marvel, there is ALWAYS a new movie coming out to pick up and gift to a teen in your life.

Bulldozer is a HUGE Marvel fan. He has watched every single movie that has been released (minus Deadpool which is rated R), as well as every series that has been put out on Disney+. 

He collects each and every Blu-ray released and is so excited to watch a Marvel movie on Friday Night Movie night when it's his turn to choose.

We were able to go see Spider-Man: No Way Home in theaters. Bulldozer can't wait to watch it at home on something bigger than his phone.

LEGO SETS: LEGO Marvel Gargantos Showdown 76205

LEGO sets are for children, teens, and adults alike.

Once you know the interest, it's easy to find a LEGO set.

Bulldozer continues to collect every single Marvel character LEGO minifigure that he can. 

This set includes two that he does not have: Wong and America Chavez. 

He is also really excited about receiving the gargantos as well.

Books: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

If you have a teen that loves to read, there's always a fabulous series to get him started with.

Bulldozer has been expanding his book and movie choices, dabbling with some dystopian and horror options. This book is at the top of his list of ones he wants to read.

He has been building up to it, reading and loving Divergent.

I love that he's excited about trying new genres!

Collectibles: 2022 Panini Score Football Minnesota Vikings Team Set 11 Cards with Drafted Rookies

There are very few teens I know that don't collect something.

Bulldozer continues to collect football cards, just like his brother. 

His favorite team is the Minnesota Vikings. He is thoroughly enjoying this football season, as his team is doing well so far.

The reason he wants these cards in particular is that they include new rookies that he doesn't have.

Collectible Storage: Vault Premium Pocket Trading Card Album

When a teen collects, he needs something to store his collection in.

Bulldozer has A LOT of football cards without a home. 

He is desperately wanting at least one of these cases for Christmas so he can start organizing his cards and keep them protected all at the same time.

We have used these albums for years now. 

They work so well and last a LONG time.

Board Games: Go Long! Football Dice Game

Playing board games with friends is a very popular thing to do where we live. 

A teen can never have enough board games to make memories with.

Bulldozer LOVES board games. 

Friday Game Day (in place of learning time) is his favorite day of the week. He is always looking for new games to add to his collection for all of us to play.

This game is football themed, which means he can probably get his brother to play it with him. 

If not, I love that it has a single player option.

Since Bulldozer loves football as much as his brother, this game is an obvious choice for him!

Music Experiences: Hans Zimmer Live in Prague Blu ray

Every teen loves a specific genre of music. 

Giving a music experience, whether concert tickets, theater tickets, or a recording of a performance is always a great idea.

One of Bulldozer's passions is movies, and not just watching them, but knowing ALL about them. 

A specific aspect of movies that draws Bulldozer's attention is the movie score. He knows every movie composer and their work.

Bulldozer listens to movie scores around the clock and is so excited that he can now watch a performance. 

This performance by Hans Zimmer was absolutely incredible!

Card Games: Cinephile: A Card Game

Card games go right along with board games, when it comes to great gifts for teens.

Bulldozer's passion for movies led us to this game, which he loves and has played with friends multiple times.

It is such a fun game that all ages can enjoy!

All Things Nerf: Nerf Surge Fire Elite Blaster

I don't know if boys and men ever grow out of playing with Nerf guns. 

The kids still use them as teenagers all the time!

There have been church youth Nerf gun wars. 

Friends come over weekly where epic battles are held.

The more guns the better, especially when there's a variety of choices.

This Nerf gun is Bulldozer's newest choice.

You really can't go wrong with Nerf.

MORE LEGO Sets: LEGO Star Wars The Armorer's Mandalorian Forge 75319

As I've said before, you really can't go wrong with LEGO!

Once a Star Wars lover, always a Star Wars lover! Bulldozer has watched and owns EVERY Star Wars movie. 

He watches EVERY Star Wars series on Disney+. 

As I type this, he's currently catching up on Andor episodes with his brother.

Like with Marvel, Bulldozer loves to collect LEGO characters for his collection that he uses to have epic battles. This set includes figures he does not have yet.

More Books: Star Wars The High Republic: Light of the Jedi

It's always fun to find a book about a teen's favorite interest, the he hasn't discovered yet and give it as a gift.

Bulldozer has been searching for a Star Wars book series to enjoy for a while now, especially since his brother loves Thrawn so much. This is it! 

He loves the time period this series takes place in. 

The author is supposed to be fabulous. 

The best part is that Bulldozer will now have something new to read before bed. He loves staying up late reading a good book to help him wind down.

Video Games: Halo Infinite for Xbox One (Hard Copy)

If you have a teen that plays video games, you really can't go wrong when you choose to give a game or gift card for a game.

Bulldozer looks forward to Xbox time with his brother each and every week. Lately they've been playing a lot of sports games. Bulldozer is ready to move on to something else.

Bulldozer and Dinomite have collected Halo figures for a while. It's finally time to start playing the game. We are in support of this one because it's rated teen.

It still amazes me how much Bulldozer has grown up this year, transforming from a boy to a teenager. I love that he loves the same stuff, but has taken it all to a new and more mature level.

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