Mother’s Day is just around the corner! The older I get, the more grateful I am for nearly forty years of unconditional love and encouragement, not to mention the occasional shoulder to cry on and all-around best friend a girl could ever have.
Traditional Mother’s Day gifts include things like roses, chocolates, and baskets of bath soaps, which are lovely, but for those looking for more personal ways to honor and spoil mom there are more possibilities than ever.
After scouring the internet looking for unique and interesting ideas, I’ve narrowed it down to a few of my favorites. Some of these gifts may not be the most practical for every budget or family, but hopefully you will be inspired to find the perfect gift for your perfect mom!
5 Unique Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
- Give the gift of indulgence. My own mother would never splurge for an entire day of beauty at a day spa or resort, but she (and practically any other woman I know) would love to be pampered lavishly for a few hours of sheer peaceful bliss. Many facilities offer fantastic specials this time of year, too!
- Give the gift of adventure. Does mom love to take on new challenges or adventures? A hot-air balloon ride or a zip-line tour promises to deliver a memory mom won’t soon forget and will love to brag to her friends about. Be inventive, you might be surprised how much fun Mom will have creating some adrenaline!
- Give the gift of memories. Hire a good photographer and arrange for the entire family to come together for an amazing photo session. Today’s family is often spread across the country and logistics can be tricky, but I promise you, it’s one gift she is sure to treasure for a lifetime!
- Give the gift of clean. Moms are so busy and work hard every day maintaining the household, even when the kids are grown. Let someone else do the heavy lifting for a day, week, or a month if you really want to wow her! There are national chains that provide in-home cleaning services or check your local ads. This is secretly #1 on my own wish list. I wonder if my husband and kids will read this and get the hint?
- Give the gift of luxury. Has Mom been coveting that expensive designer handbag or beautiful diamond earrings? Pick something timeless and classic to show Mom exactly how much she means to you.
Most of all, don’t forget to simply tell Mom you love her! No matter what the gift or how much it costs, she will surely love it if it comes from the heart!
What will you be getting Mom for Mother’s Day?
Robin Gagnon {Mom Foodie} says
I’m all up on that give the gift of clean.
Liz Mays says
My mom would be all about the memories. Anything with grandkids and she’s all about it!
Tricia Nightowlmama says
great choices. Every mothers day I try to gather my kids for a picture. I take one of us all together. One of each one of the kids and me alone. I cherish those all year round
TerriAnn @ Cookies & Clogs says
I think ‘gift of clean’ is a lovely choice for any mom 🙂
Crystal Green says
This is such a great list of suggestions. They are certainly ones worth getting. I know I would love to have the spa day.
HilLesha says
I have never been given a spa treatment before, so a nice, relaxing day at the spa would be perfect for me! 🙂
Kathleen B says
Would love to have someone clean up around here. That would be a perfect Mother’s Day gift.
Ty says
I would totally love the gift of clean as this mama needs a day (or five) off.
vanessa:thequeenofswag says
These are some great gift ideas. I hope I get some of these for Mother’s Day.
Anne - Mommy Has to Work says
I would love the gift of clean!
Sheri says
I would love the gift of clean, but I’ll only get it if I give it to myself, lol.
Colleen says
These are all wonderful ideas, so much so I couldn’t tell you which one I would like the best! How about if I go to the spa while the kids make awesome artwork and my hubby cleans? Sounds good to me!
Raijean says
Great ideas, I want a few of these gifts myself.
Penelope Guzman says
I would LOVE a hot air balloon ride!
Angela says
These are great gift giving ideas for Mom! I haven’t decided what I’m getting yet.
Paula @ Frosted Fingers says
I would LOVE for someone to come clean my house for me!
Donna says
I don’t live near my Mom but I got to spend the last 3 days with her and I gave her the gift of luxury – something she would not buy for herself. I think I’d like the gift of clean. 🙂
Marcie W. says
A cleaning service would really make me happy, especially to take care of the larger things like dusting blinds, washing windows and wiping walls!
Jenn - Doing Wheelies says
My mom is constantly asking for updated photos of all of her kids – so the photography option would be her favorite! I’d prefer the gift of clean! lol
Jen A says
I’ve been meaning to do a grandchildren shot for her for years, I need to do it now! Me personally, I love the gift of time…oh and wine!
PS, that family photo of yours on the tracks is epic, I so want to duplicate it with my family! <3
Mel says
What great gift ideas!
Dede says
I’d love for my kids (husband) to give me the gift of clean. Seriously. Last night I ordered Birchbox subs for my mom and mother-in-law. Hoping they love it as much as I do!
Kelly Hutchinson says
I love the idea of having someone clean m house for me! I do not even need it to be my family! They can hire a crew to come in for the day!
Tammy says
We took my mom out to the House of Blues Gospel Brunch this morning. Totally not my thing, but she loved it and that’s all that matters, right?!