TL;DR: Dads and partners: Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and we’re here to tell you what Moms *really* want for Mother’s Day. This blog is packed with a day-of activity guide, gift guide, and common Q&A’s that Dads have regarding Mother’s Day.
A Mother's Day Blog for the Dads
Being able to celebrate Mother’s Day is a huge milestone for every Mama. Whether it is their first, fifth, or fifteenth, every Mother’s Day should have the same special thoughtfulness, magic, and love that Moms give their families every single day. As Dads, this can often be difficult to accomplish, but with the right planning, we can help get you there. Keep reading for our Mother’s Day ideas, including some of our favorite products that Moms love!
What is the Perfect Mother's Day?
Moms tend to bear the “mental load”. This includes all of the invisible labor of anticipating basically everything, being the decision-maker in the home, and monitoring the needs of everyone and everything. Decision fatigue and feeling like the Family Project Manager can be difficult. One of the best gifts you can give the Mama in your life? A day off from the mental load!
The thought and care behind planning a great Mother's Day will be the best gift of all, no matter what you plan to do!
Here are some ideas:
| Morning | Breakfast in bed might sound like a cute idea, but it can be stress-inducing for many Mamas. Instead, wake up early with the kids and allow Mama to sleep in. Bonus points if you take them to the park so she can have the house to herself for a couple of hours! |
| Afternoon | Would Mama rather spend the day with the family, go have some alone time, or a little bit of both? Now is the time to plan either a family picnic or schedule that spa day that she deserves. |
| Evening | Be in charge of dinners, bath, and bedtime routines so that Mama can relax. Don't stress if you're not normally in charge of these things and worry that you won't do as good of a job. Your kids will love the change-up! |
What are Great Mother's Day Gifts for Moms?
Trying to decide on a great gift? There are a few ways you could go, depending on your partner's tastes. You know her best! Here are a few favorite categories to choose from.
The Classics: Jewelry and Self-Care
Pretty much every Mama loves jewelry and self-care gifts. Some great ideas here include:
- Name jewelry. Get her some Mom jewelry, such as rings, a bracelet, or a necklace with your kids' names, birthdays, and/or birthstones on it.
- At-home spa essentials. Sometimes, our own showers and bathtubs are the most relaxing part of our day. Our Innobaby Silicone Massage Mitt will level up her daily shower to make it a spa-like experience right at home. Make her a gift basket with the mitt and some bath bombs, masks, and a candle. Bonus points if you get it all set up and run a bath for her!
- House to herself. Some Moms don't get the experience of having the house to themselves. Pack up the kids and take them somewhere for a few hours (the park, a lunch date, or even ice cream) so she can relax and unwind.
Essentials Refresh: Mom-Approved Gear
There are so many amazing products out there that can make a Mom's life easier. A great gift to give a Mama is some tried-and-true Mom-Approved Gear. Here are a couple of our faves:
The ECLEVE Ultimate Comfort Hip Seat Carrier allows you to comfortably carry your child close to you from infancy to toddler years, thanks to our innovative hip wedge support seat. Unlike other outward-facing and back carriers, Ecleve Pulse features a detachable hip seat which distributes the baby's weight evenly, thus easing back and shoulder pressure for the parent.
If your toddler loves bubbles, get Mama out of dreaded bubble duty! Flimsy wands, solution dripping everywhere, sticky hands? No thanks! Our unique Innobaby Bubble Blower was designed for toddlers to easily dip, twirl, and blow without getting any solution backflow in their mouths. Yay!
Experiences: Take Her Out
Want to plan something fun for Mother's Day? Here are some great family-friendly ideas:
- Day trip to the beach, botanical garden, or even a simple park picnic
- Head to a local winery or brewery; many of them are kid-friendly!
- Set up a backyard paint-and-sip for the family