Around every great mom is a cluster of strong, supportive women who
watch her back. Celebrate Mother’s Day with the other women in your life
besides your own mom.
Think of the grandma, aunt, and mother-in-law in your life on whom
you still depend for wisdom and family traditions. Think of your busy
sister, your crazy friend with the newborn, the coworker who just
adopted or the neighbor who watches the kids when you have to run out.
Show your appreciation for these moms and spread the spirit of the day
beyond just your biological mom.
Grandma
If there’s anyone more important than your mom on Mother’s Day, it’s
your grandma. She spoiled you as a child, sympathized with you as a teen
and hosted countless family gatherings and holiday meals. This year,
say thanks for all her yummy comfort food with a beautiful
glazed casserole dish, personalized with the message “Grandma’s Secret Recipes.”
Aunt
Remember that time you wanted to run away from home, but instead you
ended up at Aunt Betty’s house eating cookies and watching movies past
your bedtime? For all the times she babysat, comforted and advised you,
she deserves a gift, too. Celebrate her sweet and important role in your
life with a box of assorted
Godiva chocolates.
Mother-in-Law
You might clash sometimes, but like it or not, your mother-in-law is
the reason for the love in your life. Honor her with heartfelt
appreciation by making a video of your husband and kids sharing favorite
memories and saying thank you. Share the video by email or, if you live
nearby, host a brunch for the whole family and show the video after the
meal. For something special just from you, send her home with a
flowering fuchsia plant.
Sister
The days of braiding each other’s hair might be over now that she has
her own baby to play with, but you can still show her your appreciation
for always being your confidant, friend, and willing guinea pig for
homemade egg-yolk hair conditioners. In honor of your many at-home spa
days as teenagers, give her a much-needed break from the kiddos with a
relaxing
mimosa spa gift basket.
Friend
Who says Mother’s Day is only for family? Your friends are often your
best source for practical, non-judgemental parenting advice. Give your
best friend the kind of Mother’s Day present she needs — genuine
affirmation. Send her a
gerbera daisy bouquet
and a thoughtful card that lists all the ways she is a good mother. Be
as specific as possible: say thanks for the birthday party inspiration,
mention a time that she kept her cool during a stressful situation and
note how well her potty-training advice worked for your own kids.
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Coworker
Make a new mom in your office feel supported in her new job as a mother by sending her a
Peanuts-themed baby welcome basket
from her favorite cubicle companions. The cheerful yellow color is
gender-neutral (in case you didn’t get that memo), and the basket
includes indispensable baby items like a pacifier and cotton Onesies.
The whimsical Beanie Babies will keep baby entertained with the Peanut’s
theme song while mom unwinds from a long day.
Neighbor
Ever noticed the single mom juggling grocery bags and strollers in
the apartment across from yours? Show her some solidarity by sending her
a
gourmet fruit and sweets gift basket.
The chocolate sea salt caramelized cashews will give her a elegant
break from the usual animal crackers. Bonus points if you include a note
offering to babysit for a few hours so she can take an evening for
herself.
