What to get mum for Christmas? It’s a question we’re confronted with every year and it never gets any easier. In fact, unless you’re one of those lucky few who has a mum that details everything in a nice, easy and affordable list, it can become a real headache. After all, we all want Christmas presents for mum that demonstrate effort and thoughtfulness, but not many of us want to spend hours and hours aimlessly wandering the shopping centre in the hope a dream gift will magically jump out as we’re walking past Debenhams.

That, more or less, is why I’m an online-shopping convert. I can’t be doing with traipsing round the shops, only to come home empty handed. I’d much rather sit in the comfort of my own home and visit any number of shops with a quick wiggle of my mouse. This is my preferred method all year round, so it’s certainly no different when it comes to Christmas gifts for mum.

First of all, a lot of the time things are cheaper. Secondly, they’re delivered in no time. And thirdly, you don’t have to contend with people dawdling in the aisles, endless queues and old woman paying for an £8.46 transaction using only the shrapnel in their purses. Basically, you’ll find Christmas ideas for mum without any of the stress associated with Christmas shopping.

Then there’s the small matter of personalised Christmas presents for mum. These little diddlies make the job even easier, with no end of Christmas gift ideas for mum. One of the biggies is the personalised Champagne, in addition to the red, white and rosé wine. In all instances, there’s the opportunity to select the label’s design, before customising it with a name and message.

Another popular option is to treat her to a pampering session or a nice day out. The latter could be almost anything, from a ride on the London Eye, to tea at Harrods and tours of various palaces. On the other hand, there are also include engraving compact mirrors, charm bracelets and bangles, while for something that only requires a slight loosening of the purse strings, you’ll find things like personalised calendars, diaries and mugs.