{"id":3678,"date":"2018-10-13T22:16:05","date_gmt":"2018-10-13T22:16:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebossyhouse.com\/?p=3678"},"modified":"2021-01-14T01:08:05","modified_gmt":"2021-01-14T01:08:05","slug":"22-gifts-for-the-feminist-mom-smashing-the-patriarchy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebossyhouse.com\/22-gifts-for-the-feminist-mom-smashing-the-patriarchy\/","title":{"rendered":"22 Gifts for the Feminist Mom Smashing the Patriarchy between Carpool and Bedtime"},"content":{"rendered":"
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THIS POST CONTAINS AFFILIATE LINKS. MY\u00a0DISCLOSURE POLICY<\/a>\u00a0GIVES YOU MORE DETAILS.<\/h6>\n

Gift Guide for the Feminist Mom<\/h3>\n

What fun is smashing the patriarchy every day if you can’t encapsulate that passion on a t-shirt?\u00a0Every mom is a world-changer. These gifts recognize your feminist mom for the bad-ass activist and world-changer she is—whether she’s working at home wrangling the kids, marching in the streets for justice, or crushing it at the office.<\/p>\n

If you make it to the end of this list, you’ll see my #1 recommendation for mom this year!<\/h4>\n

Check out these picks, and leave your own best gift ideas for your favorite feminist mom in the comments. Moms, here’s to you for making the world better for each of us, all between carpool and bedtime.<\/p>\n

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Pin this post (or any of these gifts) to your Pinterest Gift Idea board!<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

1. Mommy and Me:\u00a0Strong Like a Mother Set<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Strong<\/a><\/p>\n

Like mother, like daughter. And son. Gift mom with this t-shirt set she can share with her son or daughter.<\/p>\n

You can get this at HappyBearTees<\/a> on Etsy. The set comes in white or grey. The child sizes include onesies for ages newborn to 24 months, or t-shirts 12 months to Youth XL. You can also add more child t-shirts to the order in case mom has multiple strong kiddos to outfit.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

2. Crafting with Feminism <\/a><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

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In this book, moms and daughters (or heck, just moms) can craft anything to make your feminist agenda clear as day. From jewelry to undies to cactus planters, make a statement with creative projects that older kids and moms can do together.<\/p>\n

Need activities or a theme for a slumber party? This book has you covered. Or plan events like a bridal shower, housewarming, or women\u2019s history party. There\u2019s nothing like gathering up a bunch of crafty gals to bond over pliers and glue.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

3. Badass Mama Keychain<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Badass<\/a><\/p>\n

Make sure mom knows just what a badass she is with this sweet keychain.<\/p>\n

Gold brass or silver aluminum, it\u2019s 1.5 inches in diameter and hangs from a 1 inch key ring. You can get it from the wonderful SimpleStamp<\/a>\u00a0shop, which has all kinds of stamped jewelry.<\/p>\n

Up to 40 characters can be personalized on the back, so you can list a couple of ways mom kicks butt.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

4. Snarky Boss Lady<\/a><\/strong> P<\/a>en<\/a> Set\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

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Every boss lady needs pens. Lots and lots of pens. Gift mom with this set so she can declare \u201cThis meeting is bullshit\u201d in style.<\/p>\n

Also featured:<\/p>\n

“I hate everyone too.”<\/p>\n

“Coffee before adulting.”<\/p>\n

“Fight like a girl.”<\/p>\n

“Boss Lady.”<\/p>\n

“Stop Talking.”<\/p>\n

Perfect for note-taking, subtly telling Fred to stop talking so much in that C-level meeting, or noting down her feminist agenda, these pens will delight any boss(y) mom.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

5. Changing the World From Home<\/span><\/a> T-shirt<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Mothers<\/a><\/p>\n

All moms are world-changers. Why not let them know you notice with this great t-shirt proclaiming \u201cMothers: Changing the World From Home.”<\/p>\n

LittleOceansFluff<\/a> is the wonderful female-forward Etsy shop where you can get this shirt and any number of shirts for in-charge moms.<\/p>\n

Whether a stay at home mom or working outside the home, every mom is changing the world by raising their kids.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

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6. Mama Needs a Fucking Minute Pin<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Mama<\/a><\/p>\n

Every mom needs a fucking minute. As in, give me a fucking minute to use the bathroom by myself. Or hear myself think. Or get in the door before hearing what your brother did.<\/p>\n

Get it from\u00a0Drawings by Nicole<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Give mom a mental break with this pin that fits right on her pantsuit or her pajamas. Wherever.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

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7. GRL PWR Banner<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"GRL<\/a><\/p>\n

This GRL PWR canvas banner hangs on the teenager\u2019s door, in the playroom, or in mom\u2019s office. Let everyone know that the girl power is strong in this house.<\/p>\n

Get it at JennaAliyah<\/a>. Hand printed on canvas, 6.5 inches square, 9 inches total length with string.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

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8. We Should All Be Feminists\u00a0<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

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This small book by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is an adaption of her amazing Ted Talk. Offering a modern take on feminism that is inclusive and intersectional, Adichie is a must-read for any woman thinking about modern feminism.<\/p>\n

Oh, and it\u2019s super short. If mom has little kids, this is perfect for those ten minutes of bedtime reading before she crashes.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

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9. Helpless Without Her<\/a> Stic<\/a>ky<\/a> Notes<\/a><\/span>\"\"<\/h2>\n

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Over at The Bossy House we get it: no one can find anything without mom.”She was comforted by the knowledge that they were helpless without her.”<\/p>\n

Even if her family can\u2019t function without her, she\u2019ll console herself with these sticky notes. Just kidding, there\u2019s no consolation for doing the physical and emotional labor of motherhood. But at least these are hilarious.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

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10.<\/strong> Empowered<\/a><\/span> Women Coffee Mug<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

<\/a>\"\"Feeling a little stabby? Take this travel mug to work and make sure everyone understands your intentions. You are here to empower other women\u2026 and also take down the patriarchy.<\/a><\/p>\n

“Empowered Women Empower Women and also meet in the dead of night to sharpen the wooden stakes they will stab into the heart of the patriarchy.”<\/p>\n

Good for hot or cold drinks, this mug makes it clear that you\u2019re in the girl gang. Or, you could get this triple travel set<\/a> to bring a little variety into mom’s life. \"\"<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

11. Mothers Against Misogyny<\/a> Rac<\/a>erback<\/a> Tank<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"\"\"\"This racerback makes it plain: this mother is NOT HERE for your misogyny.<\/a>\u00a0Mom can wear this to the gym, to the beach, or anywhere she\u2019ll encounter misogyny.<\/p>\n

Okay, anywhere. Enjoy.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

12.Feminist<\/a><\/span> A<\/a><\/span>F<\/a><\/span> Engraved Office Name Plate<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

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This office nameplate belongs on the desk of every feminist. Plus, there\u2019s the added bonus of confusing anyone over the age of 40.<\/a><\/p>\n

Amazon has a whole host of these nameplates that you can choose from here<\/a>. Pick the one that’ll impress your particular mom.\u00a0 My favorite is \u201cGirls Just Want to Have Literally Half the Power in Every Human Institution.\u201d Word.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

13. Feminist Ribbon Pin<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Feminist<\/a><\/p>\n

I love this pin. LOVE IT SO MUCH. First of all, it\u2019s small and perfect for my lapel pin collection. By small, I mean about 1 cm by 3.5 cm. But get this, it can be made into a pin OR a magnet, and you can have your choice of colors on the sparkly glitter background (though I don\u2019t know why you wouldn\u2019t choose the turquoise glitter shown here but go ahead, ruin your life).<\/p>\n

TeaPeach<\/a> is the sweetest Etsy shop with stickers, sparkles, and girl power.<\/p>\n

If your feminist mom rocks a pantsuit everyday and needs a little bling, this is for her.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

14. Angela Davis Print<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Angela<\/a><\/p>\n

Incredible inspiration from Angela Davis, perfect for any feminist home.<\/p>\n

\u201cWalls turned sideways are bridges.\u201d<\/p>\n

Angela Davis\u2019s image and quote is printed on a 1920\u2019s Greek Encyclopedia page scan. This incredible print is gicl\u00e9e printed on archival paper by the Etsy shop AnaGenessis<\/a>. Prints can be ordered in three sizes: 8.3×11.7, 11.7×16.5, or 12.6×17.7 inches.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

15. Mama Breastfeeding T-shirt<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Anything<\/a>Not only do moms create life and provide their babes with sustenance, but they do it all while doing everything else.<\/p>\n

At\u00a0TopKnotGoods<\/a> you can find all kinds of t-shirts with that 70’s women’s lib vibe.<\/p>\n

Make sure the supermom in your life is recognized for being the ultimate, life-giving multi-tasker.<\/span><\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

16. Smash the Patriarchy for our Daughters Pin<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Smashing<\/a><\/p>\n

Every mom is making the future a better place for her kids. We are especially working to dismantle the patriarchy so our girls have a bigger life than we could imagine for ourselves.<\/p>\n

This pin is perfect for purses, backpacks, and your local women\u2019s march protest. 1.5×2.5 inches. The shop has tons of progressive buttons, and even offers bulk discounts.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

17. Granddaughters of Witches Bracelet<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Granddaughters<\/a>Celebrate the legacy of strong, witchy women with this bangle bracelet.\u201cWe are the granddaughters of the witches you couldn\u2019t burn.\u201d<\/p>\n

They can try, but we aren\u2019t going anywhere.<\/p>\n

Comes in aluminum, brass, or copper, and can be personalized by contacting the BodhiNyx<\/a> Etsy shop. I personally love the one with flames on the ends. Burn it down, witches!<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

18. Raging Feminist Tote<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Raging<\/a><\/p>\n

Help mom declare her politics at the farmer\u2019s market, on the way to dance class, or on a trip to the library with this canvas tote. and<\/p>\n

LET someone cut her in the airport security line and SEE what this raging feminist mom does.<\/p>\n

At FabulouslyFeminist<\/a>, pick from a huge selection of awesome bags and t-shirts that perfectly express what’s on your mind.<\/p>\n

Measures 14 x16 inches and holds everything except your emotional baggage.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

19.Deck the Halls and Smash the Patriarchy Sweater<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Deck<\/a><\/p>\n

Every mom needs an \u201cugly\u201d Christmas sweater for that work party. Let her celebrate the holiday AND make a feminist statement with this great sweatshirt.<\/p>\n

At\u00a0FourthWaveApparel<\/a> you can find more feminist t-shirts perfect for mom.<\/p>\n

This one comes in six colors with unisex sizing. Get one now to ring in the holiday in feminist style.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

20. Strong Women Wood Sign<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Strong<\/a>It couldn\u2019t be more true: we are strong women because strong women raised us. And now we\u2019re raising our own little women to be strong and powerful. Big props to multi-generational feminism.<\/p>\n

This wooden sign is 3 inches by 24 inches, and is perfect for the home of any mom or grandma. This, and the coolest wooden signs, can be found at\u00a0HollywoodinKnoxville<\/a>. The rustic look never looked so progressive.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

21. Change for No One Pin<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Change<\/a><\/p>\n

About 1 inch by 1.5 inches, this little banner pin attaches to mom\u2019s jean jacket and reminds us all to be ourselves and change for no one. Sometimes we all need a reminder, amirite?<\/p>\n

Get it and other crafty lovelies at JanesRebellion<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

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And finally, my FAVORITE gift for your feminist mom!<\/span><\/h4>\n

22. Smash<\/a>er<\/a> of the Patriarchy Trophy<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

<\/a>\"\"Does mom deserve a trophy? This is the perfect statement piece for a woman who has it all\u2026 except perhaps not enough recognition of her incredible contributions to dismantling the patriarchy.<\/p>\n

This evokes the image of a beauty pageant except more… feminist. Let’s give out awards where awards are due. Did your mom friend stand up to her daughter’s all-male sports league? Demand a raise? Have a sick burn for those cat-callers? Get her the trophy she’ll truly treasure.<\/p>\n

Check out Get Bullish\u2019s collection of trophies here<\/a>, including this Congratulations You Will Survive the Coming Matriarchy trophy<\/a> for your male allies.\"\"<\/p>\n

Get It<\/a><\/p>\n

Interested in more gift guides?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

8 Toys + Games that Build Problem Solving in Early Childhood<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h4>\n

10 Busy Books to Keep Your Pre-Reader Occupied<\/span><\/a><\/u><\/h4>\n

10 Feminist Books for the Next Generation<\/span><\/a><\/u><\/h4>\n

11 Toys to Build Counting and Sorting Skills<\/a><\/span><\/h4>\n

AND for a fun surprise, download your free PDF Gift Guide for Irreverent Parents<\/a><\/span>.<\/h4>\n

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