For Olympic gold medalist Aly Raisman, thoughtful gift-giving, especially choosing the perfect Mother’s Day gift, starts with the example her mom set early on.

“My mom is very creative… she’d make chocolate-covered nuts, chocolate-covered Oreos, and all these different treats to give to people,” Aly said. “Even now, whenever my friends are having babies, she knits them blankets … I’ve watched her do these thoughtful things over the years, and it’s really influenced me.”

She also credits her mom with shaping how she shops, especially the joy of the “treasure hunt” for pieces you instantly fall in love with. 

Today, the book author carries that same mindset into every gift she gives, focusing less on price and more on finding something that makes people feel seen, understood, and appreciated, which is likely how you want to make your mom feel this Mother’s Day.

We asked Aly for gifting inspo, including the gifts she likes to give for Mother’s Day and beyond. Shop her picks, plus some of our favorites, below.