Social distancing can be tough, especially when it means missing out on hanging out with a close friend on their birthday. Luckily, there are so many ways to celebrate your friend and still honour their special day while staying home. Try to take whatever you'd normally do to celebrate with them and find the virtual equivalent! You can organise a Zoom party with your whole crew, FaceTime them for a virtual happy hour, watch your favourite Netflix series together [1], or simply send a thoughtful gift their way. If you're unsure about what would make a good gift right now, we got you. Keep reading for 15+ birthday gift ideas that will show your friend you care (and help keep them busy) during social distancing [2].
AeroGarden Home Garden
The AeroGarden [4] ($100, originally $150) is the perfect way for your pal to explore a new hobby in a simple way during social distancing! This cute little home garden includes everything they need to get started (including 6 different grow pods), and will even tell them when the garden needs water.
The Bucket List
With most of us spending a lot of time indoors, The Bucket List Book [5] ($35) is a great way to jumpstart your future travel plans. Filled with 1000 adventures, this book will help your friend plan their next great adventure!
SoulSpring Soothing CBD Bath Soak
Your bestie will be drifting off into bliss with this CBD Bath Soak [6] ($25). The bag contains 125 mg of CBD, along with epsom salt and eucalyptus to make for an extra soothing evening.
Positive Vibes Mug
This Positive Vibes Mug [7] ($14) serve as an extra cute reminder that every day can be a great day.
HoMedics UV Clean Phone Sanitizer
This UV Phone Sanitizer [8] ($80) will keep your friend's phone clean and germ-free for all of the FaceTime calls to come.
The Beauty Spy Mini Beauty Refrigerator
Your skin-care obsessed friend needs this adorable Mini Beauty Refrigerator [9] ($60) to keep all of their mists and serums at the perfect temp.
DIY Tie-Dye Kit
This DIY Tie-Dye Kit [10] ($18) has everything your friend needs to make the grooviest t-shirt.
The Home Edit
Perfect for the friend with epic organisation skills, The Home Edit Book [11] ($25) will inspire them with ideas for every room in their house.
Bubble Bliss Deluxe Foot Spa
Your friend whose nails are always perfection? They're probably missing their monthly pedicure right about now. Treat them to this bubbling Deluxe Foot Spa [12] ($25) so they can pamper themselves at home.
Mindfulness Cards
A great gift for your yogi friends, these Mindfulness Cards [13] ($17) will help them set an intention that will invigourate their day.
Le Mini Macaron Maxi Deluxe Gel Manicure Kit
With nail salons closed, your friend is probably due for a manicure. Treat her to this super cute Gel Manicure Kit [14] ($60).
Woven Waffle Throw Blanket
The perfect all-day Netflix marathon companion is this woven waffle throw blanket [15] ($78). Lightweight and cosy as heck — your friend will thank you for this one for sure.
Nature's Blossom Bonsai Tree Kit
Looking for a gift for your friend with a green thumb? Test their skills with this Bonsai Tree Kit [16] ($25, originally $28), complete with 4 different bonsai seed pods.
52 Lists for Calm
This 52 Lists for Calm Book [17] ($17) is a great gift for your friend who struggles with anxiety, or your friend who is always trying to practice mindfulness.
DIY Ravioli Kit
Give them something delicious to whip up in the kitchen with this DIY Ravioli Kit [18] ($40).
Scandi French Press
Send your friend this adorable Scandi French Press [19] ($29) and plan a few virtual coffee dates.
Tamagotchi ON Game
If you were a '90s kid, a pastel-coloured Tamagotchi [20] ($60) is everything you missed about childhood. This fun mini game even allows you to connect to your pals through Tamagotchi's app!