Mother’s Day is right around the corner and I’m sure some of you (hello…Michael) are still trying to find the perfect Mother’s Day gift. Every year, my little brother texts me the week of Mother’s Day looking for ideas. I’ve already been planning out my gift for the last month and here he is with no idea what to do! Typical guy…am I right!? I guess I’ll give him a little more slack now that he’s in the Marines and not home.
So I went to Instagram and asked all my momma followers…
What do you really want for Mother’s Day?
I think back to all the gifts we “made” my mom. Yes, I’m sure she treasured them – but what a rip off! A book of coupons for a “night off” of cleaning? Even if we did clean up after dinner, I can promise you she went in and cleaned up all over again. Ummm sounds like a crappy Mother’s Day gift to me!
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What Mom Really Wants for Mother’s Day
Remember…I’m not a mom so I’m basing this information off of all the responses I received from my lovely followers! They were all on the same page of what they wanted! Momma knows best! Not one person responded with an at home “spa day” which includes massages from the kids and mom painting her own nails.
Moms Do It All
My mom keeps our family together and there is no doubting that. I mean, who else would wash all the dishes before putting them in the dishwasher to be washed again? All jokes aside, I’m extremely thankful for everything my mom does, our friendship and the extra time we were able to spend together when I moved back home.
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for Mommas by Mommas
“Just a day with my family. Maybe a pedi/mani (it’s been too long!)”
-Ashley, mom of two
“Gift card for a massage!”
-Alexis, mom of two
“I love when I get a pedicure gift card!! A massage gift card would be amazing too!”
-Sara, mom of four
“Pampering! Massage, manicure and pedicure. Coffee delivered to my house. Quiet time. A few hours to shop, alone!”
-Lindsay, mom of two
Give Mom a Break
Moms love being moms (I think?) but just like every other job, they need a break! Help mom relax by letting her kick back and enjoy a manicure, pedicure and massage for all her hard work! Most of all, give mom a day to be kid-free!
If you’re not sure where to get a gift card from and you live in Southern New Hampshire, check out Innovations The Salon and Spa in Merrimack, NH. They offer amazing full day and half day spa packages!
I’ve never used Spa Finder but it’s a spa and salon gift card that never expires and is good at thousands of locations. Before purchasing, I would make sure there are participating spas and salons in your area.
Happy Mother’s Day to all the Mommas!
I’m a Mom too and licensed massage therapist. Trust me moms want and need MASSAGES! There is nothing better! I have seen many many moms over the years for massages! They love to collapse on my table! I deliver the massage to their home. After Im done they collapse on their couch or bed. They are Greatful! They don’t have to fight traffic to get home! What could be better?! 😁
Hi Melissa! It’s awesome to hear a response from a massage therapist and a mom!! I’m not a mom myself, but I agree – relaxation is a must and even better that they can have it done right in their home! I know after I receive a massage the last thing I want to do is ANYTHING! Thanks for sharing!!