Do you ever wonder what to get your mom for Mother’s Day? Are you a mother and aren’t sure what to tell your spouse/family to get you for the occasion? I know, it’s hard.
How do you pick a gift for the person who raised you and put up with all your imperfections for decades, yet still loves you? How do you tell others what to pick for you, when you could just buy anything you want anyways? What is an appropriate gift to show your utmost appreciation?
Mother’s Day is about showing the mom in your life that you appreciate her. So get her something that she will treasure; something that will make her smile or just feel good. Honestly, most moms just want something small – really, anything will do. They aren’t picky. Just show them that you put some kind of thought into it.
I think most of the time, we generally know what to get that fabulous mom in our life, we just might need a little direction. So, I collaborated with a few other moms to come up with a list of gifts that any mom could appreciate. I should know, I am a mom! So you’re getting it straight from the source.
Fancy Gifts
- Bouquet
- Gourmet sweets
- Perfume
- Jewelry
- Diamonds
- Watch
- Monogrammed tote bag
- Designer handbag
- Silk scarf
Gifts of Service
- Massage
- Mani/Pedi
- Trip to the theatre/movies
- Mom’s Day Out coupon
- Get together with family
- Breakfast in bed
Handmade Gift Options
- Notecards
- Etsy (pretty much anything from here!)
- Bake her favorite dessert
- Special dinner
Miscellaneous Gifts
- A good book
- Comfy socks
- Slippers
- Potted plant
Don’t forget to include a heartfelt card with any gift you present to your mom! The card is where you really get to shine. You have the opportunity to share your deepest feelings, and tell your mom exactly what she means to you; so don’t skimp on that part! You don’t have to go overboard with presents either (unless you truly want to). Just one thoughtful gift and a heartfelt card would make any mom feel truly appreciated.
