Mother’s Day is an annual reminder to cherish the relationship you have with your mom. Given this year’s unique circumstances, most of us are celebrating the holiday at home or away from the women — moms, grandmas, aunts, etc. — that we love most. For that reason, some Mother’s Day traditions like spa days and fancy dinners are pretty impossible this May. But remember, Mother’s Day isn’t canceled; in fact, the sentiment behind the holiday is more meaningful than ever before.
With some creativity and preparation, you can give your mom the Mother’s Day she deserves — and, let’s face it, needs — during quarantine. Here is a list is full of ideas that don’t require you or your mom to leave the house, so you can continue to practice social distancing and stay safe. But if you’re currently holed up in your own house away from your mom, I’ve included a few virtual activities that you can enjoy together even if you’re physically apart. And if you’re still on the hunt for the perfect Mother’s Day present, look no further: Many of these experiences are gift-worthy and most of all, mom-approved.
Breakfast in Bed
Start her day on the right note by showing up at her door with a tray full of pancakes, eggs, or any other brunch favorites. And if you can’t be there IRL, order coffee and breakfast from her favorite local spot and have it delivered right when she wakes up.
Deck Out Her Front Door
When you drop off her Mother’s Day card and gift, take some extra time to dress up her door with a spring wreath. That way, she’ll be surprised with a burst of cheer when she opens her door — and she can leave it up for the neighborhood to see all season long. Click here for more wreath ideas!
Even if you can’t hop on a plane and sightsee, you and your mom can still bask in the world’s beauty with virtual tours of museums, gardens, mansions, and national parks. Take the Biltmore Estate in North Carolina, for example: You can see the ins and outs of America’s largest home, including their state-of-the-art gardens and landscaping. Click here for all the virtual tours you didn’t know you needed!
With a virtual cooking class, you can get the whole family to pitch in for her Mother’s Day brunch or dinner. Whether you’re looking for a speciality class (cheese-making, for example) or want to cook an entire meal from scratch, BluePrint has you covered with more than 100 options, averaging $10 a class. Click here for more online cooking classes!
Watch a mother-daughter movie together.
If you’re going to be stuck inside, you might as well cozy up on the couch and watch a movie marathon with your #1 lady. To celebrate the occasion, pick from a list of mother-daughter favorites, including Little Women, Steel Magnolias, and Wine Country. Click here for a list of the best Mother’s Day films!
Host a virtual happy hour.
Raise a glass to the woman who raised you — the virtual way. It’s your call: Once you sign on Zoom or the video conferencing app of your choice, play games, tune into a virtual concert, or simply chat the night away with a cocktail in hand. Click here for a list of the best virtual happy hour ideas!
Give her a manicure.
Mom has always been your go-to dance partner. Now more than ever, you both need to tap into the joy that dancing brings. Take a virtual cardio dance class, or go for something more zen like a yoga or pilates class. Click here for the best online dance classes online!
Mom has always been your biggest cheerleader, so now’s the time to show her the same level of support. Think of a craft or project she’s always wanted to try, and round up all the necessary supplies in time for Mother’s Day. Then spend the day cheering each other on as you learn how to knit, paint, or whatever else you choose. Click here for cute online crafting classes/idea’s you can do indoors.
Cheers with a wine tasting.
