During this time of the year, we can’t help but stress over the ways to celebrate Mother’s Day. Moreover, we always end up frustrated about preparing gifts for the best mums in our lives. What do you give to someone so used to giving?
In this article you’ll read:
- Why We ‘Give It Our All’ When Preparing for Mother’s Day
- Different Ways To Celebrate Mother’s Day
Why We ‘Give It Our All’ When Preparing for Mother’s Day
Most of our mums have dedicated everything they can to our lives. Because of this, we often struggle with matching their sacrifices with a memorable Mother’s Day gift.
Once Mother’s Day draws near, we usually find ourselves scrambling for the most unique gift we can find. If we have time, we often plan for something elaborate like a weekend getaway. When we’re busy, we try to find time to order a bouquet or a special meal.
Finding Different Ways To Celebrate Mother’s Day
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No matter what present you come up with, you can’t help but aim to outdo your last gift. Even if your mom doesn’t want something too extravagant, we can’t help but aspire for the best.
To help ease your planning, we compiled a list of different ways to celebrate Mother’s Day. You can use these ideas to come up with something unique or simple.
Use Your Creativity for Some DIY Gifts
When we want to prepare a gift for Mother’s Day, we usually opt to purchase something extravagant. However, crafting something for your mother might be a better option.
If you consider arranging a DIY gift, you can feel a sense of pride when your mum loves it. Dads can even get their children involved in the creative process.
When you offer it to her, the work that went into it will make her smile even more. Of course, it is preferable if the gift you offer is useful.
Do you remember all the advice she’s offered over the years? Or what about her usual phrases when she scolds or praises you? You can use them to customise a towel or a cup.
Alternatively, you can print out your family pictures and craft a personalised frame. Whatever it is, the time and attention you put into that DIY gift make it genuinely priceless.
Come Up With Energizing Activities That Your Mum Wants to Try
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One of the best ways to celebrate Mother’s Day is to arrange a fun-filled day or weekend. To make things extra special, you can opt to plan a day filled with exercise or energizing activities. By doing this, you and your mum can release all your pent-up stress from work and other responsibilities.
Because health is wealth, encouraging her to stay active is a sweet gesture. This energizing day also promotes maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Exercise will help raise her spirits and revitalise her for the remainder of her special day.
To avoid straining her, you’d have to adjust the plan with her physical constraints in mind. Instead of arranging jogs or marathons, you can opt for a refreshing walk or simple hike. Additionally, adding a few sports like tennis or golf can add extra fun to your day out.
In between activities, you and your mum probably worked up an appetite. After exerting all that energy, we normally feel famished and gobble up our next meal. To avoid being too stuffed for the next exercise, you can surprise your mum with some simple snacks. Once your day is done, you may also surprise them with a special post-workout meal.
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Serve Breakfast in Bed With Her Favourite Flowers
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Most of us commonly prepare a special breakfast in bed for Mother’s Day. We usually serve the first meal of the day with a stunning breakfast set we keep for special occasions like this.
To complete the elegant breakfast setup, you can surprise your mum with a bouquet featuring their favourites. If you plan to add this to your ways of celebrating Mother’s Day, we encourage you to order the flowers in advance. By doing this, you won’t run out of bouquets during the occasion.
Because mornings set the tone for the day, starting the day with a sweet gesture will lift her mood. You can even read intriguing or positive news from the morning paper to have a pleasant breakfast chat.
Reminisce and Prepare a Tea Party
When we were young, our mums often entertained us as we played house or arranged to pretend tea parties. For Mother’s Day, we can take a trip down memory lane and arrange a real tea party.
For this idea, you can order your mum’s favourite teas and serve them at home. Additionally, you can purchase a cute or elegant tea set to make things more fun. This setup can be enjoyed by everyone in the family because you can all join the conversation. All of you can look back on your youth while sipping tea.
Alternatively, you can book a table at cafes or tea salons for Mother’s Day. You can check out beautiful locations like TWG Tea or The Marmalade Pantry. These places offer the best ambience for you to reminisce on those special moments with your mum.
Treat Her To A Fancy Meal
When we celebrate Mother’s Day, we usually hope to go through with an extravagant gift. Moreover, you can go all the way and pair your expensive gift with a fancy meal out.
If you plan to reserve seats in advance, we suggest you look for places your mum hasn’t tried. This makes it seem like a fun date with your mum as you both try something new. You may choose restaurants like Zafferano which offers Italian cuisine and a beautiful view.
For a more intimate alternative, you can book a table at intimate establishments like Thirty Six Brewlab & Smokehouse. You can browse their course meal offerings and pick ones that match your mum’s taste.
Surprise Your Mum with A Family Reunion
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This form of celebration especially applies to families with adult siblings. Don’t let the holidays be the only moments where you spend time with your whole family. Let’s face it, our mums want nothing more than to see their kids in one place.
If most of you and your siblings have moved out, you can surprise your mum with a simple reunion. It’s one of the ideal ways to celebrate Mother’s Day.
Planning this takes a little more time, especially if you have a large family. Furthermore, most of you might hesitate because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. However, we must believe everything will be worth it in the end. Just remember to take the necessary precautions in mind and you’re all set!
This article was updated by Kaira De la Rosa.
