I’m getting super excited to celebrate my first official Mother’s Day this year! 🙂 Little Miss came into our lives last June, and being her Momma has brought me so much joy. I have to admit that I appreciate my own Mom more than ever now that I really understand the unconditional love a Mother has for her child. There’s no one that cares for you like your Momma can, and I think that every Mom deserves to be celebrated for the special role she plays in her family.
Although gifts don’t have to be a part of the way you celebrate your Mom and everything that she’s done for you, it is always a nice touch when you can give her something you know she’ll enjoy and that also won’t clutter up her home. I’ve included some little things that I would personally love to receive, as well as a few experience gifts that I think would be fun to do with your Mom! I hope this serves as some inspiration for you if you choose to present your Mom with a gift this Mother’s Day.
Non-clutter gift guide for Mother’s Day:
1. Perfume roller – The perfect little addition to a purse for some on-the-go refreshing to feel spruced up a bit. Ya know, to cover up the smell of spit up and the smashed peas on my clothes 😉 .
2. Hand lotion – I think most Moms are like me in that they won’t spend money on lovely scented lotions for themselves. More often than not I tend to just buy the biggest bottle of cheap unscented lotion for myself to save some money, so I always appreciate receiving the nicely scented versions as gifts!
3. Face mask – Another one of those things that I just don’t feel like spending money on these days, but would enjoy receiving as a reminder to take the time to pamper myself a bit.
4. Flowers – It may be a bit traditional to have flowers sent to your Mom, but for a good reason. Who doesn’t love a fresh bouquet of flowers brightening up their home? I used to think flowers were a waste of money, but I’m at a point now where I really do appreciate them and the simple, natural beauty they bring into my home.
5. Fizzy bath bomb – An inexpensive way to turn an ordinary bath into a more serene and spa-like experience.
6. Margarita mix – I can’t be the only Momma that appreciates a good margarita, right?! It is definitely my adult beverage of choice and something I really enjoy indulging in every now and then after a long day once the baby has gone to bed. It’s something I sometimes feel guilty purchasing, but I try to remind myself that one margarita out at a restaurant is more expensive than an entire bottle that I can make at home.
I think that you also can’t go wrong with anything homemade. I know that I would love anything with a picture of my baby girl on it, or something that she has made with her own hands when she is a bit older. Gifts from the heart are always sure to please a Mom! If experience gifts are more your Mom’s style, these are some additional ideas that I think would be great too.
Experience Gift & Celebration Ideas:
- Brunch served at your place, complete with a mimosa bar
- Or if you still live with your Mom, breakfast in bed is always a classic and sure to please choice
- Treating Mom to a manicure or pedicure
- Taking her to a play or movie she has been wanting to see
- Taking a painting or pottery class together if she’s the artsy type
- Going to a wine tasting
- Taking her out to a favorite restaurant that she doesn’t get to eat at often
- Visiting her favorite museum in your city
Be sure to check out Groupon or Amazon Local for deals on any experience gifts and discounts on restaurants, they usually have a great variety to choose from and something in every category. I sometimes even go on and check out the deals just to get inspiration for fun things to do! If you know someone who is a teacher, you could even buy them an upgraded plus package on Gradecam Grader for Teachers. I know people who love this and use it daily!
However you decide to celebrate your Mom and how awesome she is, I hope you enjoy the day together. And to all the other Mommas out there – an early Happy Mother’s Day to you! 🙂
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Mother’s Day is 2 days before Mom’s 80th birthday. I am giving her 4 dozen pairs of socks to be forwarded to local homeless shelter(one of her favorite charities), homemade jam, and a swimming cap for her daily dip.
Your ideas are good
Sounds like some wonderful gifts to me, Gail! I’m sure your Mom will appreciate them 🙂
I love the “Non-Clutter” part of your gift guide. Clutter has been one of the things I’ve come to dread over the years of birthdays, Christmas celebrations, etc. “Where are we going to put all of this stuff?” We have all sort of stuff tucked away in random drawers and boxes that I don’t even want to open. Giving with that “non-clutter” factor in mind is so considerate : )
Thank you Prudence! Agreed, I cringe at the idea of receiving most gifts lately. I appreciate the thoughtfulness of the giver, but at the same time feel a deep burden by finding a home within my home for the new item.
I love the lists you come up with, Christina! I always buy my mom a card for Mother’s Day and flowers for her birthday (which is a month later). She’s big on flowers. 🙂
Thank you Meredith! That sounds like the perfect gift for your Mom then! I love flowers more and more as time goes on too.
Great list!! This will be the first Mother’s Day I’ll be away from my own mom 🙁 We will be visiting shortly after, so I’ll be sure to take her to lunch or for a spa date!! I’m all about experiences, especially since my mom has pretty much everything she wants haha!
Aw, well at least you get to spend some time with her shortly afterwards 🙂 Lunch or a spa date sounds absolutely lovely!
Nice list, Christina! Congrats on your very first Mother’s Day! 🙂
Thank you Kara!
Great ideas! I think I’m going to get my Mom and step-mom plants to put in their garden.
That’s an awesome idea Sara!
Ah,your first Mother’s Day as a Mom. That is such a special one! Love your ideas, Christina, and I KNOW you’ll have a “fantabulous” day with your Little Miss! 🙂
Thank you Kay! It really is, I’m overly excited about it.
Happy first Mom’s Day to you! That’s an exciting day!!! I’m hoping for a few hanging baskets this year. They just brighten up the house! I love your experience and useful ideas!
Thank you Jayleen! Hanging baskets are so pretty! Although I’m terrible with plants, so they would probably die if I had them in my house. Lol!
YES! I’m a huge believer in flowers. They are such a lovely luxury that many people don’t purchase for themselves; they’re easy to enjoy; and they don’t take up a ton of space for a long period of time!
Agreed! The perfect “minimalist” gift 🙂
How exciting! Your first Mother’s Day is very special. I also like the non-clutter part of your gift suggestions.
Thanks Tennille!
My mom is terrible about treating herself, so pampering stuff is always great. And if you’re not in state to take them to a movie/lunch/whatever, get them a gift card. Make sure it’s something that they can’t spend on other people. So things like movie theater GCs, ones for massages or ones to their favorite restaurants.
Gift cards are an awesome idea Abigail!
Great gift ideas for Mother’s Day. Tiny Tre decided to take me for a mani/pedi last year and I have to say it was the sweetest gift ever. Enjoy your first Mother’s Day!
That is such an awesome gift, way to go Tiny Tre! 🙂 Thank you Tre!
Lots of thoughtful ideas in this post! Enjoy your first Mother’s Day as a mom! Both my husband and I will be far away from our mothers this year due to our move, so Mother’s Day won’t quite be the same. This post has me thinking about some good ideas for what I could send, though!
Thank you Jennifer!
Thank you so much! I’ve tried to use more plain card stock before and I find myself washi taping/glittering/painting it to give the layout a pop and right now pattern paper is doing all the work for me. 🙂
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