Hey friends! This year we are going to stray away from traditional gifts and tell you more about what mom’s really want- according to real moms. And let me tell you, it isn’t another coffee cup or a bathrobe.
Mom’s want more time for themselves.
Moms want some time to themselves! Crazy, right? Self-care and time for moms can be created on any budget!. Some of the moms we talked to mentioned that just having the ability to do nothing for a bit would be a win.
According to Olivia S., “ ME TIME!! A day of relaxation, at a spa or at home alone. And no decisions to make or people to care for.”
“A day alone in a luxury hotel room where I can sleep in, sleep in the middle of the bed, order room service, and just read or nap or whatever I want.” - Taylor W.
Ideas: Pre-book a massage and dinner; Get the kids out of the house for the day; Create a self-pamper gift basket that comes with 2-4 hours of blissful peace in her own home. Send mom to a local hotel for a staycation!
Mom’s want to do less chores.
Chores. More than not they fall to Mom and this is one of the few days moms can get reprieve from the grind! According to one mom, she wants “Someone to come and purge my house of all the extra stuff we don’t use or need.”
Consider getting a home-cleaning, booking an organizer, or create some fun certificates she can use to get out of chores.
Mom’s want more family photos.
Mom’s are usually the ones behind the camera capturing the those fleeting moments.
Linnea G said I [just want] my husband to take photos of me with my daughter without asking. You can do one better! Set up a home photo shoot or hire a photographer to take some stellar photos. Want to take the planning a step further? Get coordinating outfits for everyone and take the stress off mom!
Mom’s want help with planning.
This mom just wants a “a fun day with family completely planned by someone else.” Yes, please! As moms, we do a lot of the planning and it’s such a treat to have someone take that over.
Check out what’s happening in your local area and plan a day from start to finish where mom just has to show up! Make sure you consider all the details - food, snack, parking, etc!
If you are feeling “extra” end the day with a babysitter and take her out for a date! It will be a perfect blend of family time and adult time that allows her to refill her cup.
