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Volunteer as a family -

Come together with mom and share love with the community. Whether it's collecting food for those in need or planting seeds in a community garden, there are countless ways to spread joy.

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Donate to her favorite charity - Does your mom support a particular cause or donate every year to a certain charity? Save her the money while still making a positive impact.

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Send a self-care basket -

Visit your local market or store and put together a relaxation basket for mom. Consider items like mud masks, scented candles, body lotion, and a bath bomb.

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Watch home movies -

Relive the recorded days of yesteryear with mom and remind her how important she was (and is) in your life.

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Start a mother-child book club -

What’s better than reading a good book? Answer: reading a good book with your mom! Schedule a once-a-month ‘club’ hangout (online or in person) and recap your favorite parts of the book together.

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Send a plant for her garden -

Has gardening always been a passion for mom? Is she always in the yard, planting flowers and herbs? Consider sending her something green to plant and enjoy for years to come that also reminds her of you.

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Bake together -

Set out the pots and pans and search for a family recipe (or find one online) with your mom. Spend some time together baking or cooking and laughing with one another.

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Long-distance cocktail hour -

Does your mom live far away? Surprise her by planning a remote happy hour! Pre-arrange ingredients to be delivered to her house, set up the computer for a video call, mix drinks ‘together,’ and then sit back and enjoy!

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Lunch as a family -

Go to your mom’s favorite lunch spot and treat her to anything on the menu and spend time thanking her for all she does.

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Go for a hike together -

Hiking with your mom (and family) can provide a boost of energy while giving you distraction-free time to catch up in nature.

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Go on a bike ride -

Cycling with mom will be a healthy and exciting way to connect. Think about exploring a new bike path or biking somewhere specific that you can enjoy together.

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Head to the beach -

Soak up some sun with mom this Mother’s Day at the beach while enjoying the sound of crashing waves and just being in each other’s company.

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Go boating -

Don’t have a boat? Rent one for mom on her special day. Pack some sandwiches, gather the family, and relax on the water.

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Camping trip -

Enjoy some mom time in the wilderness this year. If she loves to camp, take the time to organize things to make it easy for her to simply come with you and not have to stress about logistics and so on.

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Amusement park trip -

Is your mom a thrill-seeker? A person who loves a good adventure? Take her to your nearest theme park, hop on a rollercoaster, and conquer gravity together!

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Cook dinner with her -

Surprise mom by joining her in the kitchen and preparing a home cooked dinner. From start to finish (yes, even cleaning the dishes) let her dine and unwind in peace.

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Have a cookout to celebrate her -

A fun-filled, backyard cookout celebrating mom will be just the thing to make her day! Invite family and friends, coordinate responsibilities, and enjoy the outdoors.

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Watch a movie together -

Stream or download your mom’s favorite film and watch as a family. Grab some snacks, put away the cell phones, and give her, and the film, your undivided attention.

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Breakfast in bed -

Whether it's pancakes, yogurt and granola, or even eggs and toast, when mom wakes to find you’re there with a delicious breakfast and some coffee, she’ll be sure to smile.

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Send her flowers and chocolate -

A classic favorite is to send mom some flowers and chocolates. This is a quick way to tell her you love her and that she’s on your mind.

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Treat her to a hair day or spa outing -

Pamper mom this Mother’s Day. Cover the cost of a hair treatment of her choosing or even a massage, facial, or other service.

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Take an art class together -

Creating works of art together can bring families closer. Take mom to an art class (think pottery or painting) and enjoy spending time together while exploring your artistic side.

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Sing karaoke together -

Take mom for an evening out to sing some tunes, or do it at home. Choose her favorite song and sing it together for more memory-building fun.

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Learn her favorite song -

If you don’t already know it, find out your mom’s favorite song. Then, consider playing it in the house and mentioning you know this fun fact about her. It’s the little things that show love.

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Theater night - Take mom out for the night! Have her get all dressed up and go with her to an entertaining production or show of her choosing.

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Write a thank you letter -

Simple yet impactful, a handwritten thank you note shows mom you care. Mention specific things in this letter that you appreciate about her.

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Botanical garden trip -

If mom has a green thumb and you prefer doing something with her (versus simply sending a plant, for example), then take her to a beauty-filled botanical garden.

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Photoshoot -

Capture some new memories with your mother. Hire a professional photographer or keep it simple and set your phone up with a timer. Either way, snap some fun pictures for her to keep.

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Go shopping -

If your mom is known for shopping or loves the occasional ‘treat yourself’ day, shopping for Mother’s Day might be the answer. You could even offer to go with her for added time together.

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Visit a museum -

Take the family to your city’s nearest museum and enjoy the collections on display. Ask mom what her favorite piece is and why, to spark conversation.

Sources: (Today) (Reader's Digest) (The Pioneer Woman) (Better Homes & Gardens)

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