Jill's 2024 Gift Guide: Thoughtful Presents Your Loved Ones Will Cherish

Have you already started making your list and checking it twice? Or do you prefer to make a mad, last-minute dash to the store for all your Christmas shopping? For me, gift-giving doesn’t always come easily—and that’s why I’ve ended up in the second camp more times than I’d like to admit.

If you can relate, I’ve got good news! One strategy I’ve found to be a lifesaver is keeping a running list of gifts I know my friends and family will love. That way, I’m prepared for a quick and easy haul when the holidays roll around—and I can be confident that the presents I put under the tree will truly delight my loved ones on Christmas morning.

Throughout the years, I’ve found that some of the best presents are products I believe in or have found helpful in my own life! So, if you’ve been looking for some great gift ideas that are tested and approved, look no further than this guide.

Want even more gift ideas to choose from? You’re in luck—you can still access all of my past gift guides right here:

Get everyone you love something they’ll love with these 12 gift ideas:

#1: Eat at Home Meal Plans for a Family

There is no greater gift than saving your loved ones hours of meal planning and grocery shopping. These Eat at Home Meal Plans tell you exactly what to buy, so all you have to do is add them to your grocery list and start cooking! This thoughtful gift is a world of convenience that will save the recipient both time and money. Most importantly, it will make it easier for them to enjoy healthy, home-cooked meals with the people they cherish most. Use coupon code SAVEJILL for 30% off! (Good until Dec 25, 2024)

(Want to gift this to a new graduate or family of two? Check out the Eat at Home Meal Plans for 1-2 People here.)

#2: Storyworth

Storyworth helps you preserve meaningful moments and memories in a beautiful keepsake book. Once a week, the person you gift Storyworth to will receive a question that serves as an inspiring writing prompt. At the end of the year, all of their stories will be compiled and bound into a gorgeous, one-of-a-kind book.

I got this gift for my mom one year, and the following year, I purchased a copy of her book to give to each of the grandchildren! In fact, that’s her book in the photo you can see above!

As you can see, Storyworth truly is the gift that keeps on giving: first, to an older relative who shares their cherished memories, and then to younger generations who can treasure their stories for years to come.

#3: Aloe Herb Cleanser from Annmarie Skin Care

I swear by this Aloe Herb Cleanser! The non-toxic cleansers included in the Annmarie collection are created to suit your specific skin type; they help lift excess oil or hydrate and moisturize based on what your skin needs. Their Aloe Herb Cleanser (my personal favorite) is pH-balanced and perfect for nourishing and moisturizing your skin. It will leave your face feeling plump, soft, and beautiful.

#4: Style by Color: 27 Hangers & Color Analysis Online Course

Have you ever heard your loved one complain that they have “nothing to wear?” Well, this one-day closet makeover is truly transformational! It can help anyone turn their cluttered, unexciting closet into a haven of personal style! This online course includes 8 lessons that can be watched at your own pace. It teaches the viewer about their different wardrobes and empowers them to start shopping on purpose instead of on impulse.

(Pssst! You can also snag a Virtual Color Confirmation Gift Certificate. This tool helps people discover which colors are most flattering on them!)

Gifts for those Battling Cancer

My breast cancer diagnosis came before I turned 50 years old. After 8 months of surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and endless prayers, I was finally able to say those long-awaited five words: I am now cancer free!

If you know someone who is facing a cancer diagnosis, I encourage you to spend time praying with them and just being with them on the hardest of days. And if you’re seeking a holiday gift that would make a real impact on them during this difficult season, here are just a few of the items that helped me or met a tangible need to make those hard days just a little bit easier.

Read my complete Breast Cancer Journey here!

#5: Super Soft Chemo Beanie
This was truly one of my favorite items when my hair started to fall out from the chemotherapy and radiation. It is so comfortable and it does a fantastic job of keeping your head warm. It’s also made from viscose and spandex, so the fabric is extra comfortable!

#6: Active Skin Repair
Active Skin Repair is a must-have for those undergoing radiation treatments. These skincare products help support the body’s natural healing process for minor cuts, scrapes, rashes, chafing, burns, and general skin damage. The best part of all is that they won’t sting when applied, because they’re all natural and non-toxic.

#7: Biotene Toothpaste
If you haven’t had a loved one battle cancer before, you might not know that dry mouth is a side effect of chemotherapy. This non-irritating toothpaste is ideal for battling dryness and keeping your breath fresh. Don’t forget to follow it up with the next item on my list!

#8: Biotene Mouthwash
Once you’ve brushed your teeth with the Biotene Toothpaste, you’ll want to follow it up with this mouthwash specifically formulated for dry mouth. This mouthwash will soothe and lubricate your mouth to provide up to four hours of relief.

#9: Ginger Chews
Chemotherapy causes nausea that is difficult to find relief from. I loved these ginger chews to help combat nausea and ease my upset stomach. They’re made with simple ingredients and are non-GMO, vegan, and gluten-free.

Gifts for the Bookworm

#10: Empty Nest, Full Life: Discovering God’s Best for Your Next

For anyone who has launched a child into adulthood (or is about to). This big life transition can leave you feeling caught between grief and delight—full of questions, loose ends, hopes, and regrets.

Empty nesting can be a disorienting time, but it can also be the best time of your life. This book offers you wisdom for the murky waters ahead, encouragement for when you are feeling confused and down, and hopeful ideas for when you don’t know what’s next.

#11: Real Moms…Real Jesus: Meet the Friend Who Understands

As the title suggests, this is the perfect gift for the mom in your life who needs an encouraging reminder that Jesus understands her struggles as a mom. Between the chapters are interactive vignettes that provide brief, refreshing glimpses into real, messy, busy lives. In Real Moms…Real Jesus, I offer continuous reminders that Jesus is not an unattainable deity, but a Friend who truly understands.

#12: No More Perfect Marriages: Experience the Freedom of Being Real Together

This book makes the perfect gift for newlyweds, long-time spouses, or really, anyone who has been married for any length of time!

No marriage is perfect, but every marriage can get better. No More Perfect Marriages will teach you how to kick the Perfection Infection and return to intimacy. You’ll get all sorts of actionable advice as Mark and I discuss how to detect and correct Slow Fades in your marriage, why it’s important to set realistic expectations, what to do if your spouse just won’t change, and much more!

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Got any gift recommendations of your own to share? I’d love to hear them in the comments below!