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Mother’s Day is around the corner and this year should be made extra special for mom. Why? Because over the past year of the pandemic, moms have stepped it up with extra cooking, distance learning gurus, and work-from-home heroes. With that in mind, do something different for this year's Mother’s Day gift and make it truly memorable.
While flowers are nice, we've complied a list of great gifts ideas that mom might remember long after that bouquet is gone.
Gifts for moms who like to learn: Classes and lessons
Is there something that mom enjoys doing or would love to learn to do? This is the time to get her some lessons to learn something that’s all about her interests. It’ll offer her much needed alone time, help her meet new friends, and just get out of the house.
1. Music lessons
Maybe the reason that mom made you take piano as a kid was because she secretly wanted to learn herself. Get a pack of lessons for her to learn the instrument of her choice — if it's piano, maybe her gift can be accompanied by a sweet keyboard. Best of all, you can razz her about not practicing just the same way she would razz you as a kid when you didn’t practice.
2. Cooking workshop
Moms spend a lot of time in the kitchen but that doesn’t mean that they don’t want to learn new kitchen skills. Maybe mom loves to bake and would love a dessert master class or a workshop on learning a certain cuisine like Thai food. Everyone wins when mom gets excited about new dishes and foods.
3. Online classes: Writing, photography, or scrapbooking
There are a plethora of online classes that you can look into for mom that include creative writing, digital photography, or even scrapbooking. Online master classes may be a better solution in the COVID world than in-person classes but if mom is itching to get out of the house and there are live workshops happening, consider that too!
Gifts for moms who like to eat: Food subscriptions
For the mom who spends more time in the kitchen than she cares to admit, think about getting her a food subscription that is designed just for her. This can be a food box, wine club, or any other specialty treat she might enjoy.
4. Food box subscriptions
The food box subscription doesn’t stop mom from having to cook but might make her time in the kitchen more enjoyable. She’ll be able to go from box to table in a few easy steps, trying different foods, not having to shop for detailed ingredients, and not take a lot of time planning meals. A food box subscription will take the guesswork out of dinner for mom.
5. Wine club
Nothing says, “I love you mom,” more than a wine club subscription. Just think about that. You’ll be giving mom just what she needs to unwind and relax after a long day of taking care of everyone else. Make this gift extra special by giving mom some alone time with a hot bath to get the most out of her wine club.
6. Dessert of the month club
Decadence. That one way to make mom feel special. Gift her a dessert of the month subscription that satisfies her sweet tooth and gives her something to look forward to every month. You can get really specific with a marshmallow of the month or go more traditional with cookies and cakes.
These out-of-the-box gifts are never boring
Still looking for something special? This is where knowing your mom will really help you find the perfect gift. That’s what Sherry Morgan did for her mom by getting her an Ikea gift card. “My mom loves shopping, especially if it’s for the house like furniture, kitchenware, and house decors,” she told Mom.com. It’s more than just a gift card when done right; according to Morgan, it's an escape. “It’s like going to her haven and taking all things happy and sweet.”
7. Spa day gift cards
Get mom out of the house in the most relaxing way possible. This is most needed for any mom who’s been head of household for lockdown for the past year. Give her a day to get her nails done, a massage, and a facial. She won’t admit it, but she needs it.
8. Sky diving lessons
Got an adventurous mom? Maybe it’s time to knock something off from that bucket list and get her sky diving lessons. This is sure to be something she’ll never forget. Make sure to opt for the photography package so the whole family can share in her fun and she can show off her bravery on social media with amazing photos.
9. Book club subscriptions
If your mom isn’t that adventurous, let her live vicariously through a new set of books. Not only will she get a new book every month, but she’ll get discussion questions to make reading interactive.
10. Convert old videos
Make sure all memories from Mother’s Day and all special days are captured in a way that mom can enjoy. As Mike Romanies of Vid Box Inc. explained to Mom.com, “Moms, Father and Grandfathers have chased us around with a video camera our whole life at home, on vacations, and for special events. Many of these are locked away in old VHS, VHS-C and Beta tapes.” Make the effort to convert them and then watch them as a family and see mom’s face light up.
