6 Creative and Safe Ways to Celebrate Mom This Mother’s Day

How do you celebrate Mom without being able to give her a big bear hug? Given this year’s unique circumstances, many of us are celebrating the holiday at home or even, away from those that we love most. But that doesn’t mean Mother’s Day celebrations need to be cancelled, we just need to make some small adjustments. Mother’s Day is a day to appreciate moms and everything they have done for us. With a little creativity and planning, you can still make sure mom feels all of the love this Mother’s Day.

1. Flower Arranging at Home

Support local florists or pick up some bunches from Trader Joe’s (they have the best prices on flowers!) and try your hand at flower arranging. Many florists are doing virtual lessons, so you can craft your own special bouquet. Mom will be reminded of how much you love her everytime she looks at her homemade bouquet.

2. Virtual Dance Class

If your mom likes to break it down, embrace the joy that dancing brings and book a class that you can take online. There are many studios offering virtual classes or instructors that you can take on Instagram. Shake off all of your stress and get a fun workout in at the same time. If you’re not into dancing, try doing something more low key, like a yoga or pilates class. Afterwards, you can grab some coffee or mimosa and have a fun cool-down catch-up.

3. Virtual Wine Tasting

Turn mom’s favorite activity — drinking wine, of course — into a memorable moment.  It might not be Sonoma or Tuscany, but with services like In Good Taste and Winc, you can bring the grape country into the comfort of your own home. Send your Mom a tasting kit or selections of wines and schedule a Zoom call with some tasty cheese and crackers. Compare the varieties and find a favorite that you can enjoy together when it’s safe to share a bottle.

4. Social Distanced Picnic

You can do a social distanced picnic in-person or virtually. If you’re together, take advantage of the warmer weather. Grab some blankets or beach chairs, get mom’s favorite snacks and a bottle of wine together and head outside for a distanced meal. While we’re not able to do much, this is a great time to relax and have a meaningful conversation. If you have to virtually picnic, try ordering food delivery to your mom’s house from her favorite restaurant or coffee shop and share a meal on a video call.

5. R&R at Home

Mom has always taken care of you, so it’s time to pamper her with some self-cafe and relaxation. You might typically go to the spa and indulge in massages and treatments, but this year try bringing the spa to the comfort of your home. If you’re lucky enough to physically be with your mom, craft up some refreshing cucumber water, light a lavender candle and sit back and relax with masks on. You might even want to give her a manicure! If you’re sending a care package, fill it with the spa-day essentials. You can create a relaxation box with candles, mom’s favorite tea, face masks, pretty nail polish and even a cozy pair of slippers.

6. Host a Tribute Night

Get your siblings together and have everyone create a slide filled with their favorite pictures and memories. Present it to her over a Zoom call and have everyone talk about their very favorite things about mom. This is sure to bring on laughter, tears, or probably both.

At the end of the day all your mom really wants is to spend time, or talk, with you. Gifts are great, but with everything going on, your time is the best and most comforting gift of all. Xoxo