13 Small But Memorable Ways to Make Mother’s Day Special

On Mother’s Day, we want to do what we can to make our parents feel special. While there are plenty of great Mother’s Day activities for kids, there are also tons of things adults can do to share the joy with Mum. And don’t delay; Mother’s Day will come around before you know it!

How to Make Mother’s Day Special for Mum

This Mother’s Day, you’re looking to make the day special for your beloved mother. Fortunately, there are plenty of small and meaningful ways to mark the day. Here are 13 we thought of.

1. Write a Special Note

Take the time to write a meaningful note to let your Mum know why you’re grateful to have her in your life. Express your love and appreciation in your own words, and hand or ship the note to her on Mother’s Day. She’s sure to shed a tear over the touching things you wrote for her.

2. Cook her Favorite Meal

Whether it’s breakfast in bed or dinner, make your Mum’s favorite meal and serve it to her with love. Full of flavor and sentiment, she will surely be impressed by your efforts. If your Mum doesn’t live close by, order from her favorite restaurant and ask the staff to deliver it to her.

3. Give Her an eCard

Whether your Mum lives close or far, consider buying her an eCard with a gift certificate inside. Companies like Punchbowl have a wide range of e-cards available for Mother’s Day that are completely customizable. Plus, they’re more eco-friendly than traditional paper greeting cards.

4. Give Flowers

Give your Mum a bouquet of her favorite flowers, and watch her eyes light up! Flowers are always a gift for Mother’s Day, but you have to make sure you order the bouquet ahead of time. Due to popularity, the more popular flowers will be sold out, like roses, lilies, or carnations.

5. Make her Favorite Dessert

Prepare something sweet and special for your Mum, like a cake, tart, or cupcake. If she’s on a diet or avoiding certain foods, pay extra close attention to your recipe. You’ll want to make sure she’s able to eat it! Once again, if you don’t live nearby, order some dessert for her to eat.

6. Read a Book Together

Set aside some time during the day to read a book together. Even if it’s her favorite book and you’ve read it several times, gift her with your presence, and you’ll both benefit. On the other hand, you could start a book club where you regularly get together to talk about a new novel.

7. Have Some Afternoon Tea

Have some afternoon tea with your Mum, with fresh scones, cakes, and sandwiches. Serve her favorite tea blend, and enjoy the time you’ll have together. If your Mum isn’t into tea, take her out for some coffee. Plus, coffee shops are less likely to be packed on Mother’s Day.

8. Plant Some Flowers

Choose a hardy flower that suits her garden, and plant it as a reminder of your love and appreciation. Or, buy some plants that produce food. If your Mum doesn’t have space for a garden, buy her a plant for the inside of her home. Opt for one that thrives in low light.

9. Design a Photo Collage

Gather a selection of photos of you and your Mum and design a meaningful collage. Frame it and display it in the living room. If you’re not the creative type, find easy-to-use graphic design software, like BeFunky, to create one easily. Or, you could find a collage creation tutorial.

10. Prepare a Picnic

Pack a picnic basket with your Mum’s favorite snacks, find a scenic spot, and spread out a picnic blanket to enjoy the day. You can even enjoy a remote picnic if you’re far away. Simply start up a Zoom call on your phone and spend time in the sun together while you’re apart.

11. Relax Together

Book a day of relaxation for your Mum, like a spa treatment or massage, a manicure and pedicure, or just a day at home with a cozy blanket and some herbal tea. Mums often spend a lot of time taking care of the house and working at the same time, so they deserve a day of rest.

12. Have a Craft Day

Head over to your local craft center and pick out some supplies, then spend the afternoon crafting something special together. You could paint a mural, make a board game, or design a full-color cookbook. It doesn’t matter what you get up to as long as you’re both having fun.

13. Have a Movie Night

Dedicate the evening to one of her favorite classics. Buy her popcorn and her favorite snacks to simulate the moving-going experience. You can have a remote movie night by watching the same movie and talking to each other on Zoom. Spend time talking about the movie afterward.