Mostly Well gift guide 2025: Wellness Gifts for Women in Midlife
Holiday picks from Coach Lisa + the Mostly Well Community
The holiday season is here, and if you’re stuck on what to get your female friends or partner—or what to add to your own wish list—here are my top picks for women in midlife who are making their health a priority.
Stocking Stuffers
Thorne Whey Protein Isolate Packets
For the woman on the go, travel-size protein packets are a lifesaver. Whey has more muscle-building leucine than other proteins, and Thorne’s isolate is NSF Certified For Sport, meaning it’s third-party tested for contaminants like heavy metals.
Ultima Replenisher Electrolyte Stickpacks
Ultima is the only electrolyte brand I use: sugar-free, naturally sweetened with stevia, and actually tastes good. Their stickpacks come in fun flavors like Mocktini, Teafresher, and Tropical, but I stick with the classics—grape is my favorite.
Old Whaling Co Travel Body Butter Set
I once gifted the Seaweed & Sea Salt body butter to a client, and she’s been obsessed ever since. Their butters are deeply moisturizing (critical in midlife) and free of mineral oils, parabens, sulfates, phthalates, and dyes. The 2 oz travel set comes in fragrances like Coastal Calm, French Lavender, and Bergamot & Grapefruit. Perfect for business trips or vacations.
doTERRA Peppermint Essential Oil
A wellness-guru friend taught me this hot flash trick: dab peppermint oil on the back of your neck. It works. Apply a chilled face mask or ice pack to the back of your neck to double the cooling effect. doTERRA is the essential oil brand I trust.
Acure Dry Shampoo
Clean ingredients and no aerosol. For women who work out frequently, dry shampoo is essential between washes. For women with dark hair, get Acure’s formula specifically for dark tones.
Badger Cocoa Butter Lip Balm (Cool Mint)
Perimenopause and winter air dries out everything, including our lips. A friend gifted me this balm and it’s now my go-to: clean ingredients, silky texture, and a delicious mint-chocolate flavor.
Patchology “Under the Mistletoe” Under Eye Set
Every tired, stressed, or sleep-deprived midlife woman appreciates anything that brightens the eyes. This set includes two Serve Chilled™ Rosé Eye Gels and a plumping lip balm. A tiny but impactful self-care treat for the lady you love.
holiday gifts for active women
Vuori Restore Sweats in Cherry
Vuori dropped a festive Cherry color this season, and it’s so good. Their clothing lasts forever, washes well, and somehow manages to be flattering, functional, and cozy. The Restore Mini Full Zip Hoodie and matching Restore Classic Sweatpant are on triend—but honestly, you can’t go wrong with anything Vuori, especially in this new shade.
Oura Ring
My clients love their Oura Rings. They track sleep, stress, cardiovascular age, cycle insights, and more. It’s a top-tier gift for any woman serious about her health. Rose gold is a crowd favorite.
APEXUP Weighted Vest
Walking is underrated for fat loss—and adding resistance increases calorie burn and muscle stimulus. Weighted vests are huge with my clients. This one comes in multiple colors and weights from 5–30 lbs.
Manduka Yoga Mat
For the dedicated yogi or home exerciser, Manduka mats are as good as they get. Durable, moisture-resistant, non-slip, great for travel, and built to last. My yoga-teacher friend swears by hers.
holiday gifts For Foodies
The Doctor's Kitchen: Healthy High Protein Cookbook
Dr. Rupy Aujla creates nutrient-dense, flavorful recipes focused on longevity, gut health, bones, and inflammation—all without sacrificing taste. His new high-protein cookbook is perfect for women trying to hit protein targets in a realistic, delicious way.
Bare Bones Bone Broth Packets
For paleo/keto folks or anyone who wants a quick winter warm-up, these instant broth packets deliver 10g protein and 5g collagen. My clients like the beef flavor best.
Zulay Kitchen Frother Wand
A repeat from last year because it’s essential. If she makes her own lattes, mushroom coffees, or protein drinks, this $15 frother will live on her counter forever.
holiday gifts for workout Recovery + Sleep
Wintergreen Magnesium Body Lotion
Not your average lotion—this one has arnica, menthol, and magnesium for sore muscle relief. A world-class triathlete recommended it to me, so it’s legit.
Buffy Advanced Cooling Bedding Set
Perimenopausal women have one universal wish: to sleep through the night without waking up drenched. Buffy’s eucalyptus-based cooling bedding is a lifesaver for hot sleepers. Buy individual pieces or the full set.
Trendy Queen 2-Piece Matching Lounge Set
Elastic waistbands + soft fabric = midlife gold. I bought this set because of the influencer hype and didn’t regret it. Cozy without overheating. I have it in oatmeal gray and plan to buy more. Size down if you’re between sizes because the pants are long and the stretchy fabric is forgiving.
TheraICE Migraine Relief Cap
This cap blocks light and provides cooling relief—Amazon reviewers say they sleep better with it on. Helpful for headaches, migraines, and general overstimulation.
TheraGun Sense Massage Gun (2nd Gen)
Clients love their TheraGuns for easing tight muscles. The Sense version is sturdy, easy to use, and comes with useful attachments. If you want a cheaper option, the DACORM massage gun is surprisingly solid.
BetterYou Magnesium Sleep Bath Flakes
Another repeat from last year. Magnesium baths are clutch for women training hard or increasing volume. They ease soreness and support sleep—two things midlife women desperately need. The lavender scent is a relaxing bonus.
wellness gifts for bookworms
The New Menopause by Dr. Mary Claire Haver
A client recommended this book to me and I’m so grateful for it! It’s an eye-opening, essential guide to what actually happens to our hormones in midlife. I’d suggest it for women as young as 35 who are seeking to understand perimenopausal and menopausal shifts.
The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins
A Mostly Well Book Club favorite. Perfect for the woman who gives too much—at work, at home, everywhere. A practical reset for boundaries and energy management.
Tilda Is Visible by Jane Tara
Another Book Club stand-out. A creative, relatable story about a woman in her 50s who quite literally becomes invisible—and what it takes to reclaim her presence.
Join our mostly well book club!
And if you or your gal pal want a community of wellness-minded bookworms, check out the Mostly Well Book Club. It’s a supportive virtual space for women who want to prioritize their health and live fuller, more confident lives. Each quarter we read a book that fuels that mission, and members get exclusive discounts on Mostly Well services. Growth is easier—and far more sustainable—when you’re not doing it alone.
