The Covid 19 pandemic has been tough on everyone. However, mothers have seen so many changes to their lives and lifestyles. How has the year treated your mom?
Did she lose her job? Was your wife forced to quit her job to care for the children because schools and daycare centres were suddenly closed to contain the spread of the virus? Has her business taken a hit that has affected her family’s quality of life? Given the various challenges, you may need to consider more thoughtful mother’s day gifts.
Spa gift basket
Did your mom enjoy an occasional day at the spa? When last did she go for a facial treatment? Besides the lockdowns, people have become wary of attending public spaces. So, even as spas open for service, some people may be uncomfortable going out of fear of exposure to the virus.
A spa basket is an excellent mothers day gift. Your mom can still get her spa treatment from the comfort of her home. This gift is thoughtful because it will make her time at home more bearable since she can still enjoy the scents that help her relax.
A digital photo frame
A digital photo frame is one of those gifts your mom doesn’t know she needs until she gets one. She can preload the photos on her smartphone. This is an awesome way for her to keep track of memorable moments, such as her birthday or a life changing event in her children’s lives.
Additionally, friends and family can also upload photos. After a period of isolation from friends and family, the unlimited photo storage is welcome since it allows her to keep track of everything going on in her loved ones’ lives.
Specialty teas and coffee
The introduction of various tea flavours has attracted more Singaporeans to turn to tea, especially the millennials. The blend of tea, flowers, fruits, and spices make the specialty teas excellent mothers day presents.
If your mother prefers coffee, you can also find various blends in the market. Now she can enjoy her favourite beverage without leaving home to buy one from a coffee shop.
Scented candles
After a stressful year, your mother could use a scent that will have a calming effect. Choose some of her favourite scents or scents she is likely to enjoy. You should also find out the impact of the various scents, such as those that offer stress relief, and see if they will help your mother.
Customized gifts
If you have looked at the different mother’s day gift ideas and still feel none of the gifts works for you, you should consider customizing one of the gifts. A personalized mothers day gift makes it extra special because you took extra time to make it special just for your mother.
For example, you can choose to print her photo on the gift or engrave a unique message that shows your love and appreciation. 66% of Singaporean mothers say they keep mothers day presents for sentimental reasons. A personalized gift will certainly be one she will treasure for life.
This Mother’s Day, think of the challenges that mothers have faced in the past year. How has this affected their health and wellbeing? What can you do to make the sacrifices worthwhile? Your mothers day gift will mean the world to her, so make it count!