Wow, Mama, you made it through. You survived the last 12 months with dignity, grace and your sanity still intact. We’re pretty sure there’s no greater accomplishment considering everything you’ve had to deal with amidst, you know, a global pandemic! Needless to say, you deserve every single item on your wish list and some this May 9th as consolation for the blood, sweat and tears you put into making sure your household ran smoothly through it all. (Also, can you even believe that we’re back at Mother’s Day again, with so few celebrations in between this and last year!?).
Luckily, the chances that you can actually host a Mother’s Day get-together this year is much higher thanks to vaccines being officially available country-wide to everyone ages 16+. Can we get an amen for that? But no matter how you choose to celebrate, we at Modern Mommy Doc hope you take the time for yourself, even in some small way, to acknowledge how amazing you are and how much your family and loved ones are grateful for everything you do (even if they sometimes have a funny way of showing it).
If you’re looking for gift inspo to share with those special people in your life looking to celebrate and honor you this Mother’s Day, we’ve got you covered. Enough of the fluff—this year you deserve gifts that give back to you in more ways than one—emotionally, physically and mentally—and that remind you of your worth and value.
Here are some of our favorite Mother’s Day gifts for 2021. We hope you have the amazing day you deserve, Mama!
Modern Mommy Doc Newborn Gift Box
For the brand-new mom in your life, get her the gift box that will start her out with pretty much everything she’ll need during those early days at home with Baby. Our Newborn Gift Box skips all of the unnecessary gear you’re probably overloaded with in favor of time-honored classics that will help you when you’re in survival mode. Each box contains 4-7 products, plus a copy of our signature book, The Newborn Baby Blueprint: Preparing to Care for Your Baby and Yourself. You can order the box in essential and deluxe styles in baby girl, baby boy, or gender neutral.
The Parenting with Intention Journal
I truly can’t express enough how much of an outlet journaling has been for me throughout my parenting journey. Especially as a new parent, every single second is go-go-go (and I’m sure it only gets worse as they get older—i.e. school pick up/drop off and the laundry list of extracurricular activities you need to balance). A journal offers you a moment to sit in peace and quiet (yes, it does exist) and relax with nothing more than your thoughts.
Bloomscape
If the one of the mamas that you’re gifting this Mother’s Day has a green thumb (or is working on turning her black thumb green), a gift from this virtual greenhouse can be quite special. The founder is a fifth generation greenhouse grower who set out to make owning houseplants easy and attainable. Bloomscape’s search tool makes it so easy to select a houseplant that’s right for the person you’re gifting. Choose by size, indoor vs. outdoor, pet-friendly, kid-friendly and more.
The Mama Reset Self-Care Retreat (at Home)
If there’s one gift you give to yourself this Mother’s Day, let it be the gift of self-care. There are so many ways you can do this, but one surefire way to earn the TLC you deserve is by gifting yourself this Mama Reset Self-Care Retreat—a home-based mental getaway for moms, created by pediatrician and mom Dr. Whitney Casares, that scores you tips and guidance on mental, physical and nutritional health.
Natura Pampering Castanha Body Set
Nothing beats a full-on pamper sesh, and there’s no doubt that all the moms in your life (and you included) deserve one, stat. This set includes everything you need to bring the spa experience to your home bathroom: a creamy exfoliating soap, nourishing shower body milk, body-smoothing lotion, and skin-loving hand cream.
Gold Cursive Mama Pendant Necklace
From the very moment you held that positive pregnancy test in your hands, you earned a new (and arguably most important) title: Mama. This gorgeous gold cursive Mama necklace lets you wear it proudly. It’s subtle and stylish enough for everyday wear and goes with just about anything.
Strong as a Mother Tee
If the mom that you’re gifting isn’t a jewelry person, we have the perfect alternative solution for honoring the incredible sacrifices she makes every day as a mother. This Strong as a Mother tee says it all in just four words. It’s made from the highest quality combed and ring-spun cotton that’s created in an eco-conscious way.
Written by Jenn Sinrich
Jenn Sinrich is a freelance editor, writer and content strategist located in Boston, Massachusetts. She received her BA in journalism from Northeastern University and has a decade worth of experience working for a myriad of female-focused publications including SELF, Parents, Women's Health, BRIDES, Martha Stewart Weddings and more. When she's not putting pen to paper (or, really, fingers to keyboard), she's enjoying the most precious moments in life with her husband and daughter.
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