Celebrating Mothers HOW TO GIVE CHOOSE THE IDEAL MOTHER’S DAY GIFT There are many paths to motherhood, yet it is a universal phenomenon. Some of us grow babies in our bodies and birth them into the world. But that's just the tip of the motherhood iceberg. Hundreds of thousands of women in the United States and worldwide become mothers through adoption. Others enter motherhood through fostering or by helping to raise the children of friends and relatives. While the paths to motherhood are varied, the result is nearly always a woman, changed for the better. This month as we celebrate Mothers Day, many partners and children will scratch their heads, wondering what to give to or do for the moms in their lives. You can never go wrong with the traditional Mothers Day gifts like breakfast in bed, chocolates, and floral arrangements. But this year, I'd like to propose something a little different. As you rack your brains for the perfect Mother's Day gift, why not ask her what she'd like?
For the Mom Who Wants to Be Alone
"What do you want for Mother's Day?" isn't the most thoughtful way to phrase the question. But how about something like, "this Mother's Day, would you like to be alone, be romanced, or be with your family?" Who knows, maybe she'll say yes to all three. Parents make a lot of sacrifices of time, energy, and resources for their families. So what would be better than the choice to spend Mother's Day precisely as you please?
A Visit to the Spa
Don't worry. I won't leave you hanging here. Once you've asked the big question, you still have to figure out what to do for mom, so I've come up with a couple of suggestions for each category.
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If the mother in your life responds that she'd like to be alone, promise me you won't take it personally. Whether she's the mom of young children or has already watched her children fly to the nest, motherhood is a path that occupies our minds and hearts for a lifetime. Sometimes mom just needs a little bit of alone time. Here are some excellent ways to treat her to some time to herself Does mom need a little relaxation? Send her to the spa for the day. Many spas allow a client to stay and relax for hours with the purchase of a single service. So, whether you have the budget for a complete relaxation package or just a couple of small services, she'll still benefit from a day away by herself. Want to make the day even more special? Order her a special bottle of champagne or the drink of her choice. This will be a day she won't soon forget.
An Overnight Hotel Stay
Does mom need even more time away from home? Reserve her a hotel room or Airbnb for the night or the weekend. Bonus points for
