What to Get Mom for Mother’s Day?

Mother's Day is rapidly approaching and with it comes the dilemma of what to get Mom this year. I suppose you have already searched the forums and Google for an answer and 95% of the suggestions were: flowers, dinner or a brunch in a nice restaurant, picture of your family and pampering beauty treatments. Am I right? Well, you can go the same route that everyone does and get her the flowers and the spa gift certificate, or you can be a little less predictable this year. Here are some gift ideas for mother's day.

Sometimes it seems like there is nothing you can get your mom that she doesn't already have. However, an amazing Mother’s Day gift, she has probably never received, is a book called "Story of a Lifetime" (read reviews). The book asks questions about each stage of person’s life and when she fills it out, she will end up with a chronicle of her life. This can also be a thoughtful gift for the mother-in-law who you have no (freaking) idea what to get. Another good option is the award winning journal “From You to Me Journals of a Lifetime, Dear Mom”. It really is a wonderful gift that you can keep and possibly pass it down to your children, when they are old enough, so they can remember lovely things about their grandma.

A designer Kindle cover makes great gift idea for a mom who loves to read but already has a Kindle. Whilst many people play it safe when choosing a cover for themselves, a gift option can be something more luxurious. Kindle covers such as those designed by Kate Spade or Diane von Furstenberg are a fantastic way to spoil your mom.

A very nice and useful Mother’s Day gift is a Purse Organizer. Women usually carry more things in their bags then a soldier preparing for overseas duty, so an organizer like Switch It or Pouchee can come in handy.

Sunglasses can make a surprisingly good Mother’s Day gift because shortly after Mother’s Day comes the summer and everyone needs a good pair of sunglasses. The Cocoons are really great for those moms who wear prescription glasses because they are designed to fit comfortably over almost any prescription eyewear.

Another Mother’s Day gift for the mom who has almost everything is a pair of stylish eyeglass frames. The eyeglass frames today come in an overwhelming array of options to suit the taste and personality of everyone.

A percussion massager can help relieve the stress and tension after a long day of work and it could be just the perfect gift for the mom who says “I don’t want gifts” or “I don’t need anything.”

Every mom deserves to feel as beautiful as she is and a good skin care set will pamper her and make her feel very special. “Hope Is All You Need” is a set of one of Philosophy’s best-selling products that can make a great Mother’s Day gift.

If your mom is fashionable and stylish you can’t go wrong with handbags, jewelry and accessories.

Every woman would love to receive a Coach, Gucci or Guess handbag or a wallet as a gift. You can always find hot deals on authentic designer handbags on Amazon.

Stylish jewelry is a great present but if mom has enough Tiffany trinkets to open up her own shop, look for something glamorous and out of the ordinary. Some totally fab, affordable and popular pieces (even among celebrities) are the Resin Necklace from House of Harlow 1960 jewelry line, designed by Nicole Richie, and the Clover Necklace that Sarah Jessica Parker wore in SATC. Of course most of us can't afford the $20,000 price tag of the real Clover Necklace, but there are several really good replicas out there that any fashionista mom will love.

Colorful scarves are making a come back and are another smart Mother’s Day gift option. They can be worn not only around the neck but as a belt, headband, or an accent to a handbag. The stylish mom will definitely love the Hollywood's favorite - the Italian Linen Scarf by Love Quotes – but there are so many other great choices out there.

A pair of Designer Sunglasses will not just protect her eyes from the sun but can also be a fashion accessory that she will be able to wear all year round. Choose a pair of sunglasses from her favorite brand or model or if you don’t know what her favorite brand is, pick a fashionable pair that will suit her face. It is normally true that almost any style works for oval shaped face. A round shaped face needs straight lines to counteract the curves so look out for rectangular or square frames. A triangular shaped face will have a wide forehead, so to soften the chin go for sun shades with thin rimmed frames that do not sit high on the face. It is important to do some research on face shapes and styles before purchasing such a gift for Mother’s Day.

Mothers deserve to be thanked for all they do each day of the year and jewelry is a great way to do that. It is a wonderful gift that will be appreciated for years. Jewelry is something very personal to gift and your choice will depend on your mother’s style, favorite color and whether she prefers fine jewelry or statement pieces. Just give some thought to her personal style and find out which piece reminds you most of her. However, it's a pretty good bet that you can't go wrong with heart shaped necklaces, pendants or beautiful Mother’s Day bracelets. Any of those items can become a meaningful keepsake. Here are some great jewelry ideas for her special day that will hopefully help you find something just right.

Some moms like to grow plants and might enjoy something unusual for their garden like the pretty Tropical Toucan Watering Can. It’s hand-made and hand-painted and will make quite a show in her garden.

For the gardening mom you can always get brightly wrapped packets of flower seeds such as the charming BloemBox. BloemBox contains plantable seed ribbon that will grow into the pretty silk flower that decorates the top of each box. It also comes with a gift tag with a poetic reference to the flower.

The Aerogarden is an indoor gardening system that is perfect for those moms who enjoy growing herbs, vegetables and flowers but live in apartments or condos.

Every domestic mom likes her kitchen to be comfortable and well equipped, so revolutionary kitchen appliances such as the Ninja blender (which was voted by many as the best blender 2011) will make a functional Mother’s Day gift.

The iGrill thermometer is another revolutionary gadget that a domestic mom will enjoy. The iGrill will let her keep an eye on her grill while entertaining guests. The device can communicate with her iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch via long-range Bluetooth connection and help her make sure she doesn’t ruin whatever it is that she is cooking.

A fun and figure flattering apron can make a fabulous Mother’s Day gift for the mom who likes to cook. The Jessie Steele Aprons are so simple and elegant that any mom will look good in them..., even with spills and splatters. Giving her a nice cookbook such as Jamie Oliver’s “Jamie's Italy” as a present or a Home Maintenance Organizer is a good idea too.

For the mom who actually likes to do sports, and not only watch them, a pair of good running or walking shoes is a fantastic Mother’s Day gift. One of the best gift choices is Reebok’s EasyTone – shoes that are specially designed to tone your body and are certainly rocking the fashion scene.

Some moms run errands on the way to or from the gym, so stylish gym bags, such as Puma’s Fitness Lux Bags or Stella Mccartney’s Fashion Bags for Adidas, are an excellent gift that can make her workout more enjoyable and she can tote anywhere.

Another nice present that mom can put in her gym bag and take to practice is the sporty and modern looking reusable water bottle form Kor One.

Other gift options include: Yoga Set, Zumba DVD or Wii game and Interval Training Timer.

Here are some gift ideas for the expectant moms out there that simply cannot wait until they get to celebrate their first Mother’s Day.

A functional and trendy diaper bag is a thoughtful gift for the mom-to-be, because once the baby comes, this bag will be around more than her purse. The Go GaGa Bag is not only sleek and versatile (can be used as a laptop or gym bag) but is also comfortable to carry. It features an ergonomic strap that spreads the weight across the back and shoulders.

The flattering and comfortable Aimee Nursing Gown makes a great Mother’s Day gift because is a reminder that she will be a mom soon, but she is still a sexy woman and you see her as such. The Bebe au Lait Nursing Cover is another modern and elegant present that can be used not only as a cover, but as a blanket, changing pad or a sunshade.

The AngelSounds Fetal Doppler is probably one of the best gifts for the expectant mom that will bring her hours of happiness and a unique bond with her baby. She can listen, record, and email the unborn baby’s heartbeat as early as 12 weeks.

If you think your mom would enjoy more a lunch with her kids (and grandkids) you can prepare her a meal at your home or organize a family BBQ in your backyard, since the restaurants are crowded and overpriced on Mother’s day. You can also pack a picnic and take her to the park or lake for an afternoon, depending on the area you live in and if the weather permits. The point is, no matter what you do, spend the time honoring your mother and make sure the day is fun for her.

If you don't see your mom as often as she'd like, take couple of days and spend some quality time with her. You can, for example, take a class with your mother – something she would enjoy or something she always wanted to do. Maybe she wants to learn how to use a computer or likes gourmet cooking. Spending quality time with her also means doing things your mother likes to do. Since not all mothers enjoy the same things, think about what makes her special, and plan activities around that, even if it means spending the day in a book club where the youngest person is 70 or pulling weeds.

Also, consider taking your mom to visit a friend or family member that she rarely sees. If such a thing will make your mom happy, then this is a perfect way to spend Mother's Day with her.

If your mother is one of those women who live in a small town and sometimes fall into routines of housework and kids – treat her to a trip to the nearest large town. You can go shopping, visit a gallery, the zoo or just have fun. There are also so many free things you can do in a large town.

Another cool thing to do (in case Mother’s Day is not on Sunday) is to send her flowers at work. It will make her feel extra special and everyone will comment on what a wonderful kid she has.

Happy Mother’s Day!

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