In case it slipped your mind, Mother’s Day is THIS Sunday. Whether you’re already in quarantine with her or need to celebrate virtually, there are so many ways to make her feel special on her special day. Because remember: she's not like a regular mom, she's a cool mom.
Serve Up Breakfast In Bed
If you’re living with your mom, this is a great opportunity to put your quarantine chef skills to the test by cooking up a special breakfast of her favorite foods. You can check out our guide of Bay Area Recipes for ideas that are sure to inspire some delicious dishes.
Get Brunch Delivered to Her Door
If you’re not quarantining with your mom (or aren’t quite up to her culinary standards) you can still order her favorite treats from one of the many restaurants and bakeries that are still open for takeout and delivery. Make things easy with our guide on Local Delivery and Takeout Deals.
Surprise Her With Flowers
Whether your mom prefers a fresh cut bouquet or a potted plant for her windowsill, flowers are sure to make her smile even while she social distances. Many local florists and plant nurseries are offering delivery and pickup options that you can take advantage of this Mother’s Day.
Plan a Digital Version of Her Favorite Activity
If your mom loves game nights, yoga classes, or happy hours, any of these activities can be moved online to include the whole family. Check out our guides for Online Games, Livestreamed Gym Classes, and Drinks To-Go for more ideas on how to have fun while you’re both stuck at home.
Support Her Favorite Local Shop
The storefronts of many small businesses may be closed right now, but you can still get your mom excited about the future by purchasing a gift card or a small gift from her favorite local shop if they still have merchandise available. Whether it’s a boutique, a spa, or a restaurant, both your mom and the store are sure to appreciate the gesture.
Take Her On A Virtual Excursion
Your mom might be wishing that she could spend her special day somewhere more exciting than the same house that she’s spent the past two months in. Lucky for both of you, there are so many museums, state parks, and other exciting places offering virtual tours. Check out our list of Cultural Streaming Experiences for more ideas.
Make Her Something Special
It doesn’t matter how old you are, we all know that a mom’s favorite gifts are the ones that you make for her. Whether it’s a handwritten card or a customized mug, make sure that you find a way to tell your mom how much you love her by making her something special. You can check out our selection of mugs if you’re looking for some inspiration. The “I’ve Been Drinking” mug is perfect for all of her future virtual happy hours!
Tune In For Movie Night
There's nothing like vegging out with mom after a long day — Feet kicked up, wine knocked back, Netflix movie locked in. Although you may not be able to do this IRL, Netflix Party allows you two to still enjoy a movie night together, while apart. Let her pick out her favorite movie or series, then hop on over to Netflix Party to watch it.
Take a Trip Down Memory Lane
What mom doesn't love sifting through old pictures of her now grown-up kiddos? Mother's Day is the perfect day to dig out your old photo albums and long lost files for some sentimental reflection. Once you've got your old pictures together, set up a FaceTime date, swallow your pride, and relive the days of bicycles, bowl-cuts, and braces.
Cook A Meal Together
Nothing says bonding quite like creating something wonderful together. This Mother's Day, get a little more in touch with your guys' creative side and try out a new recipe. Open up that Pinterest recipe you've been meaning to try, or even sign yourselves up for a cooking class on BluPrint to get the cooking juices flowing. Whether you're quarantined to the same kitchen or chef-ing it up over Zoom, whipping something up with each other will surely bring you two closer.
Take Things Outside
Just like everyone else, mom's been cooped up inside for too long. Give her a change in scenery with some fresh air, consider going outside for a walk. Grab your mask, get those endorphins going, and get some quality time in with Mom. Remember to stay six feet apart from others!
Jam To Songs Made Just For Her
Wrapping up your Mother's Day with a dance party/serenading sesh sounds pretty perfect if you ask us. So perfect, we made a playlist for it. So hit play and get to crooning, kids!
In a perfect world, we would be taking Mom out — brunch, the movies, a concert, you name it — but this year, staying inside can be just as special. Whether you're sharing space or quarantining apart, her celebration goes beyond the need to go out. After all, your mom is the main ingredient for a perfect Mother's Day!
Written by Julia Adams, Alida Newson and Jack Cody
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