This year Mother’s Day spending will reach an estimated $23.6 billion. Although the strength of the economy is a key driver of this spending, another factor includes people buying gifts for all of the other mothers in their lives — not just their own mother.
Stepmoms plus other relatives and friends who are mothers deserve a nod on Mother’s Day too. So, what do you get the other moms in your life?
Witty Mugs
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There are thousands of witty mugs out there, and if any of the mothers you are shopping for like coffee or tea, this is a good gift category.You just might make her day if you give her this “Best Bonus Mom Ever” mug
If you want to add to the gift, you can fill the mug with her favorite candy or specialty coffee beans.
Personalization
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A cute example is this wooden cutting board that you can customize with a special message dedicated just to her — that gives you room to spell out whatever your relationship might be.
Right now, Amazon has it on sale for $24.95.
Etched Jewelry
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Etched jewelry can serve as a reminder of how much one of the mothers in your life means to you.The Vintage Swarovski Clear Crystal Heart with Etched Dove Pendant Necklace on Sterling Silver Chain is only $28.99 on Amazon
Gift Baskets
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If she likes chocolate, consider getting a chocolate assortment — like the Broadway Basketeers Chocolate Gift Basket Snack Gifts. It has up to 3 pounds of gourmet chocolate, caramel, pastries, and more. Get it for just $42.35 on Amazon.
Plants
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Florists do a lot of business on Mother’s Day — and one thing that’s even nicer than a floral arrangement is a plant that will stick around long after cut flowers would have wilted.One popular plant among Mother’s Day shoppers on Amazon right now is the Satsuki Azalea bonsai. It’s easy to maintain, has beautiful pink flowers and doesn’t take up much space.
Plus you can choose between small, medium and large sizes — ranging from $30 to $45 on Amazon — to fit your budget and the gift recipient’s home space.
Acknowledgement
Lastly, the biggest gift you can give your stepmom or any other mother in your life is acknowledgment.
Showing her appreciation and letting her know that you see the effort she has put into being in your life will make her feel special, even if you can only budget for a card.
Speaking of cards, there’s a whole spectrum of possibilities — from the ones you make yourself to the kind you buy, which can even have bling on them. An example is this rhinestone-trimmed card which costs $8.99 on Amazon.
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Gift-giving isn’t as much of a tradition on Mother’s Day like it is on other holidays, so you shouldn’t feel obligated to bestow anything upon any of the mothers in your life. However, this little bit of effort can really make your recipients’ day.
Readers, what are you doing to honor the other mothers in your life this coming Sunday? What kinds of gifts are you giving for Mother’s Day?
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Amanda Blankenship is the Director of Social Media for District Media. In addition to her duties handling everything social media, she frequently writes for a handful of blogs and loves to share her own personal finance story with others. When she isn’t typing away at her desk, she enjoys spending time with her daughter, husband, and dog. During her free time, you’re likely to find her with her nose in a book, hiking, or playing RPG video games.
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