10 Ways to Celebrate Mom on Mother’s Day According to the National Retail Federation, Mother’s Day spending is expected to total a record breaking $31.7 billion this year up 3.6 billion from last year. A total 84 percent of Americans will celebrate Mother’s Day and spend an average of $245.76 per person. While traditional gifts such as flowers are up, consumers are also splurging on jewelry and special outings for the women in their lives. Now that pandemic-induced restrictions have loosened, consumers are looking forward to taking moms out for Mother’s Day: 57 percent plan to gift a brunch, dinner or other special outing this Mother’s Day, up from last year’s 49 percent. Others are giving moms the gift of rest and relaxation, with a record 30 percent planning to gift a personal service such as a spa day or massage. Whether it’s a special meal, a day of self-care, a wine tasting or an art class, 12 May 2022| PB Parenting |
consumers are treating moms this Mother’s Day in ways they couldn’t over the last few years. Below are some simple and thoughtful ways to celebrate Mom. Maybe you can subtly leave this list out for someone to find...give them a little hint! 1. Give Mom a Break: Nothing says, “I love you,” like walking into the house and finding your partner has already cleaned it. I love when my son or daughter does chores without being asked. This Mother’s Day, relieve mom of her usual to-do’s by making it your responsibility. Are you too busy to do it yourself? Maybe hire a cleaning service to come in and do a deep clean or gift her a few cleanings for the next couple of months. Help Mom organize the clutter and pick up your toys! Maybe have the kids go through some items to donate. Less items less to clean!
