One can only imagine how amazing it feels for moms and mom-figures to have thoughtful and grateful children that honor them and make them feel loved, especially on Mother's Day. From the classic choices like flowers and cakes to more unconventional surprises, we can all make our moms feel extra special by gifting them at least one of these goodies.
1) Money Bouquets & Cakes
Fresh flowers die and cake goes bad, but money lives on (and pays the bills, of course!) You can give your mother this super creative and unique gift idea that's been quite the hype for some time now especially on social media.
See your mom's eyes light up as she pulls 1000-peso bills inside clear and thin pieces of plastic from her cake of choice, or be sent a large bouquet of cold hard cash shaped like roses along with her favorite flowers – instant hits if you ask us!
2) No Chores For A Day (With Beauty And Wellness Home Services)
The day-to-day efforts of stay-at-home mothers can often be downplayed and overlooked as something innate and automatic among all women. We often don't realize how tedious and exhausting housework can be, but we can always do our part to make it easier for our mothers: do all the chores with your family and give her a rest day.
While you're at it, save your mother the trouble of going to the spa or salon and give her a much-needed (and well-deserved) pamper day in the comfort of her home. You can hire masseuses, hairdressers, or manicurists/pedicurists to give your mom a break from her usual routine and get some good ol' massages, a nice haircut or color, and a fresh set of nails!
Take it a step further by hiring home services for your mom's facials, brow and lash lifts, and body waxing or sugaring too. But if you're on a shoestring budget, you can choose to do the "safer" beauty services all by yourself, like body massages or mani-pedis.
3) Vehicle Trunk Surprise
We can't not join in on the social media hoopla (and this is a really cute and sweet one at that!) Surprise your mom by putting balloons, flowers, and cakes along with you and your dad and siblings' sweet messages in the back of your vehicle. You can even prank your mom to check the car trunk and see if it stinks or if she left something there, only for her to find out about your surprise.
If your mom is emotional (like most moms are) and cries easily (especially when watching movies and drama series), this little surprise of yours would definitely tug at her heartstrings!
4) Family Trips, Hotel Check-Ins, or Food Crawls
What's a better way for your mom to get a breath of fresh air from her everyday tasks than to go on a long trip with her loved ones, right? From simple sightseeing to checking in at a luxury hotel and beach resort far away, your family trip options are endless!
Your destinations will depend on what your mom likes: if she loves nature, you can go on a picnic or hike on a mountain she hasn't hiked on before. If she loves food, explore hole-in-the-wall restaurants in well-known food destinations like Pampanga or Bicol. If she likes the nightlife, send her somewhere with live entertainment and good music.
5) Greetings Compilations
This may be a simple and easy gift, but it could mean so much to your mother. Video greetings from friends of old and new, family members and relatives, acquaintances from preschool to college, coworkers and employees alike can all participate and leave her sweet messages on her special day.
6) Kitchen or Living Room Appliances
Spare your mom the daily tasks of manual sweeping and cleaning by gifting her a lightweight yet durable vacuum, or give her the air fryer, dishwashing machine, or oven she's always wanted. But if your mom works 9-to-5 or runs a business, then perhaps it's more fitting to give her good lighting for her home office or buy her a software program that can help her run her business stuff more smoothly and more seamlessly.
7) Home Décor, Kitchenware, or Furniture
Moms go crazy over well-designed, functional, and high-quality furniture and home décor. Stores like IKEA Philippines and H&M Home are some of the stores you can choose from for duvets, sconces, throw pillows, and pool lights, among a slew of others. You can also give her some kitchenware and utensils that she may need or want the next time she organizes a family Sunday lunch or throws a party for her friends.
8) Personalized Gifts
How sweet is it to have one's own portrait hand-painted! Pastel brushed paintings or Nordic line art can make good fixtures on the walls of your mom's room. You can also buy a custom-made necklace or bracelet with her name on it. Anything personalized: a tumbler, mug, or ring with her initials or drawing can definitely make her day.
9) Coffee Table Books or Daily Devotional Journals
The life and times of fashion designers, Hollywood celebrities, or popstars of her time can definitely help your mom pass time daily in between sips of her cup of flat white. Gift your mom coffee table books like this compilation of women around the world by National Geographic or this Paul-Gérard Pasols-authored hardcover on the rise of Louis Vuitton as a fashion powerhouse.
You can also show care and encouragement to your mom by giving her some soul food: daily devotional or prayer books to keep her heart and spiritual life in check. If she's also into self-help books, cookbooks, or autobiographies, then consider those too!
10) Shopping Spree
This is your foolproof last resort: drown her in sartorial options! Your mom would definitely appreciate being bought new clothes, bags, and shoes. Online shopping could also be a good choice especially if your mom isn't that into standing for hours and hours in the mall looking for things to buy.
What's Your Mother's Day Gift?
These overwhelming gift ideas might make you feel pressured to celebrate Mother's Day in a spectacular way. However, keep in mind that your gift doesn't have to be too extravagant: just a homecooked meal or a heartfelt letter is enough. What's important is that you make sure to let your mom know she's loved, cared for, and treasured even after Mother's Day.