Celebrating Mother’s Day during a Global Pandemic – How to safely celebrate Mom

Now more than ever, Moms are working extra hard just to keep their families healthy and safe. During this trying time, the global Coronavirus Pandemic, Mothers are now risking their lives working the frontlines as Nurses, Teachers, Doctors, Grocers and other essential workers. Many Mothers might find themselves self isolating or quarantined from their family and friends just to stay safe.

The CDC recommends avoiding social gatherings larger than 10, social distancing at least 6 feet and to avoid discretionary travel. With this safer at home mandate, how can you celebrate Mother’s Day 2020 safely and still make sure that Mom or Grandma feels loved? Here are some safe and unique NO CONTACT unique Mother’s Day Virtual gifts ideas

Flower Delivery

Support your local flower shops and small businesses during these trying times. They are still open for business (check for limited business hours) and are practicing safe, no contact deliveries. Surprise her with a beautiful bouquet delivered safely right at her doorstep like this birthday in a box gift set! Check out other local small businesses like bakeries and specialty shops, many are offering special delivery deals to help make Mother’s Day a little safer this year.

Heart Of the Family

Heart of the Family Personalized 4x6 Wood Picture Frame for Mom

Mom’s are the glue that holds families together. Show mom how much she means to the whole family with this special Heart of the Family Frame. Every time she sees it, she will be reminded of how appreciated she is. A personalized gift for mom could really brighten her day and make this a Mother’s Day to remember. Write a heartfelt poem or this years date to commemorate this years unique Mother’s Day. Ship it directly to her doorstep a safe and thoughtful, no contact gift. Upon arrival she can insert her favorite family photo!

Virtual Party

Per the CDC’s guidelines, it looks like you won’t be able to hug mom or grandma this year, but you can still take care of your loved ones with a care pack. And with technology today, there are so many ways to safely connect with our loved ones from a distance. For the more technical savvy moms out there set up a conference call or group video chat to get the whole family together! There are so many platforms like Skype Or Zoom that make it easy to connect online. Plan a time to all sit down for a drink or a meal and virtually cheers! Bonus brownie points if you have multiple moms celebrating together! This is sure to put a smile on any moms face during these uncertain times. 

Keepsake Box just for Mom

Since they are stuck at home, give Mom and Grandma something unique and fun to do during this lock down. Send a Personalized Mother Keepsake Box directly to them for a safe, no contact gift. Challenge them to go through all of your childhood mementos and memories and to pick out their favorite cards, homemade ornaments, photos and other memories to store in their new gift! This Keepsake Box is perfect for any mom or grandma and should certainly keep them happy and busy during their time inside. Any mom would proudly display a personalized keepsake box filled with her favorite memories!

Meal Delivery

You don’t have to be a professional chef to make sure your mom is eating good this Mother’s Day. Cook her favorite meal and drop it off at her doorstep. Call her from the sidewalk or driveway, a safe social distance, and watch the surprise on her face as she opens the door! Don’t live in the same city? Call a local restaurant, ahead of time, to set up a special Mother’s Day no contact delivery! Some local restaurants might be offering Mother’s Day Delivery specials and deals.

Heartfelt message for Mom

Is your mom or a mom you know working on the front lines during this global pandemic? How can you thank her for all of her hard work and sacrifice during these trying times? This crystal heart shaped award is a meaningful gift for mom this Mother’s Day. Show your heartfelt appreciation with a personalized message just for her. Have it delivered straight to her door for an extra special Mother’s Day gift.

Just because we are on lock down doesn’t mean Mothers Day is cancelled! There are so many ways to safely celebrate Mother’s Day this year and still make them feel loved and appreciated. Find unique Mother’s Day gifts here to send directly to the special Mom in your life. Can you think of any Moms or Grandmas who would love the #KeepsakeBoxChallenge? Tag us on Instagram @memorablegifts and use our hashtag to be featured. How do you plan on safely celebrating Mother’s Day this year? Share your meaningful gifts for mom and no contact ideas below! 

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas that are Better than Flowers!

Mother’s Day, one of our favorite days of the year! A day where you celebrate the love and care your mom has given you from the day you were born. This day is for celebrating Moms and all of the sacrifices and support they have given over the years. Instead of boring cliché flowers, that every mom on the block will have, why not give her something that she can cherish for years to come, just like these advanced features for home hospital beds?

Here at Memorable Gifts, we have compiled a list of great Mother’s Day Gift ideas better than Flowers!

Cook Her Favorite Meal from Scratch 

From a pancake breakfast in bed to a four course gourmet meal made at home, cooking for your Mom can be a sweet sentiment. Between all of the holidays and regular every day dinner, she has done her fair share of cooking for you! Surprise her with her favorite meals or dishes all cooked from scratch and with love! Present her meal with her favorite coffee or tea in this special custom character mom mug! Change the features of the character to make her just like mom and add a special heartfelt message on the back to make this a gift she will treasure and use for years to come!

Spa Relaxation Day

Treat her to a special day of relaxation and pampering at places like spa Chania, everyone knows she deserves it! From a Mani/Pedi to a full body massage or facial, a day  to take time for herself is much needed! Help watch the kids or do her daily chores so that she can escape reality and relax. All moms deserve some peace and quiet time for themselves, a day to remind them how strong and beautiful they are!

Photo Keepsake Box filled with Memories 

Mom’s always keep trinkets, drawings, cards and photos from their children’s early years. Handmade cards and drawings from school, photos of special memories to even first teeth and first curls! For a special and thoughtful gift, collect her favorite trinkets, previous mother’s day cards or drawings and photos and put them in this personalized keepsake box. Adorned with flowers, her favorite photo on the lid and a special message, this gift is sure to bring her to tears! A thoughtful trip down memory lane is truly a gift she will treasure for years on end.

Surprise Vacation 

A special surprise getaway can truly be a gift she will never forget! Book flights at Jettly and send her off to explore and create new memories that she will cherish forever. Send her off to reconnect with herself and her significant other, for a truly thoughtful gift. Whether a tropical getaway or a trip across the country to see family, she is sure treasure the memories made. A personalize Luggage Tag makes the perfect surprise gift to send her off for adventure!

Mother’s Day Vase with DIY Arrangement 

If all else fails, flowers are not a always a bad option. Spruce up the boring bouquet with a handmade DIY flower arrangement and a personalized Mother’s Day vase. Adorned with spring flowers and the sweet saying “If Moms were flowers, I’d Pick you..” this makes the perfect vessel for flowers! Make a DIY bouquet out of her favorite flowers and greens to truly make this a special handmade gift! Here are some Tips and Tricks on creating the best arrangement and the best part is that she can use the vase for all the Mother’s Day Flowers she gets in the future!

Mother’s Day is coming around the corner and will be here faster than you know it! How will you show your love and appreciation this year? There are so many ways to show mom that you care. With a thoughtful gift, homemade dinner where she didn’t have to lift a finger or even a pampering spa day! This year, instead of the cliché flowers that every Mom on the block will have; try one of our personalized gifts specially made for mom! How do you celebrate the special Moms in your life? How do you plan on making this Mother’s Day extra special?

New Gift Ideas for this Mother’s Day

Mother’s day is coming and every mother deserves some recognition and love! Mothers are the glue of the family and are always there to pick you up when you fall and pat you on the back when you succeed. From Moms to grandmothers to step moms, they play an important role in all of their children’s lives! Mother’s Day, is a day that should stand out and a general day of thanks and recognition. This year, we have curated brand new gift ideas and designs for this special day.

Porcelain Heart Platter for Mom 

This white porcelain heart shaped tray is sure to dazzle.  Classic and refined, this tray is sure to match any home décor. Engraved with their family title and heartfelt message, this tray makes the perfect addition to any mantle or entryway. The delicate heart lace detailing on the rim of the tray, truly makes this a truly one of a kind piece.

Heart Shaped Treasure Box 

A unique and fun way to celebrate mom and everything she does is with this Heart shaped glass trinket box. This classy glass and rose gold lace finish is sure to match any home decor and will be displayed with pride. This small treasure box is the perfect place for Mom to hold her every day jewelry pieces. Personalize the bottom message to make this a gift Mom will truly cherish!

Tealight Candle Holder

Mothers are truly a blessing to our lives and created a safe home base for us. Show her your gratitude for being such a blessing with this Personalized Tea Light Candle Holder. Adorned with the saying “Home is where Mom is” could not be a truer statement. The black mirror finish is sure to compliment any home or office décor.

M-O-T-H-E-R Shadow Box

Mother’s deserve the world in return for everything they do, but don’t always get that recognition. Show your mom everything that she is, loving, strong and beautiful among other things, with this special Mother’s Acronym Framed Shadow Box. Reminiscent of elementary school art and mother’s day projects, this heartfelt acronym is sure to be a tearjerker. This shadow box will be hung with pride on any mantle or shelf in her home for years to come!

Keepsake Treasure Box

Mothers always keep small trinkets and treasures from their kid’s childhood. Whether its macaroni bracelet from the first grade or a graduation photo, they are memories they cherish forever. Help them keep those memories safe with this personalized Keepsake Photo Box. The photo frame on the top of the box makes the perfect display for her favorite photo or even her favorite childhood artwork. Adorned with the word “Mother” and the sweet saying “You have filled my life with a beautiful love” this box is a gift she will never forget!

Personalized Locket for Mom   

Mothers are truly a blessing and deserve to be recognized. Honor the faith she instilled into you with this special personalized locket. Choose between silver or gold to match your Mom’s personal every day style. Engraved with “Best Mom Ever” and a special message, this is a locket she is sure to keep close to her heart! Choose your favorite photos or memories to insert into this photo to make a gift mom will cherish for the rest of her life!

From fancy spa packages to handmade macaroni art, there are so many great gifts that the special mom in your life will love. This year, get her something to cherish for rest of her life; something that she can display with pride and affection and remind her of the love of family!  Our new gift ideas will bring any mom to tears of joy and pride and will be cherished for years to come. We are sure to have a Mother’s Day gift for all the important mothers in your life! How do you celebrate Mother’s Day in your family? Do you have any special traditions?

Celebrating New Life and New Moms – First Mothers Day

Motherhood is filled with important firsts, such as a first step or word, first birthdays and even her first Mothers Day as a new mom. This can be a scary but exciting time for new mothers. Their First Mothers Day should be one filled with happiness and comfort as they are celebrating their new life and new family. Naturally, new mothers collect a bevy of keepsakes and mementos to commemorate their time as a new mom and to remember for years to come. There are so many ways that you can help to make this a truly special day!

Help her to preserve special memories and keepsakes that she will collect over the course of the first year of her new life! Photographs, trinkets and mementos deserve to be treasured and kept all in a safe place. Help her to commemorate this special day with a scrapbook displaying all the important firsts in this first year and the important ones to come. Create a special piece of artwork using the baby’s hand and foot prints that she can display for a lifetime. Documenting the first year of her child and her first year as a mother is a truly thoughtful and heartfelt gift.

Every new parent can attest to the lack of sleep and depravity experienced in the first year of parenthood. Wake up early that Sunday so that she can sleep in and get much needed beauty sleep. Send her on a special spa or pampering day for a gift sure to impress and help recharge her batteries. If the spa just isn’t available yet due to restrictions, products like a water heated mattress pad would be deeply appreciated. This isn’t only a great gift for mother’s day but all year round!

There are so many ways to make this First Mothers Day extra special and to commemorate this special moment in a Woman’s life. No matter how you decide to celebrate, with flowers or a homemade brunch, a thoughtful and creative gift can go a long way to making her feel special and loved. Check out these other special gifts for First Time Mothers and all the Special Moms in your life!

Top 10 Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is a chance to celebrate your mother and show her how much you appreciate her and all that she does for you. A personalized gift is a heartfelt way to say things that are not said every day but can be a lasting reminder of all the love you share. Let Memorable Gifts help you select a gift that will be treasured for many years.

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