This year, Mother’s Day falls on May 12. If you’re a dad, don’t miss the opportunity to make your wife feel appreciated for all that she does and to teach your children the importance of gratitude, respect, appreciation, and contribution to your family during this special celebration of Mom.
Here are six simple ways to celebrate Mother’s Day together.
Handmade Cards
Make the cards; don’t buy them.Hand your kids some paper and crayons and ask them to craft beautiful creations for Mom. They’ll love doing it, and Mom will love receiving their masterpieces. While they’re at it, join in the fun and make Mom a card of your own. This alone would make any Mom’s day.
Mom’s Time Out
I’ll go out on a limb here and presume that Mom could use a break. Yes, she loves you and your children with all her heart and loves being with you, but alone time is like fuel to every “No. 1 Mom.” Tell her that you’ll be taking the kids to the park for certain hours of the day or simply invite her to go shop at her favorite store at some point while you take care of the kids at home. Perhaps you’ve slipped a gift card to that store in her purse? She’ll come back, I promise, and she’ll be refreshed and smiling.Breakfast in Bed
Breakfast in bed (a classic) is a great idea, but be sure to clean up the kitchen directly afterward. Hearing whispering little ones help Dad in the kitchen while pans clang and giggles filter down the hall, all while Mom enjoys some reading or mindless scrolling in bed, is delightful. If she’s going to end up cleaning up after it, though, the gift becomes a chore. Present your culinary creation and then sweep those kids right back into the kitchen for a thorough cleanup. Mom will be thrilled.A Day Off
On Mother’s Day, don’t let Mom lift a finger. No matter how much she protests, keep reinforcing that she is “off.” This is one of the best features of Mother’s Day. If the kids need their food cut up, you’re up. If someone’s calling Mom from the bathroom, you’re up. If there’s a sibling squabble, you know it—you’re up. Mom will greatly appreciate this. If it gets tough, just remember that Father’s Day is around the corner.Thank Mom
Of course, she knows that you appreciate her and think that she’s utterly amazing for every big and small thing she does and that she’s the best wife and mother on the planet. Tell her anyway. Reinforce this sense of gratitude in your children as well. This will be a beautiful lesson for them.A Gift
If you’re stumped for gift ideas, here are a few no-fail options that any mama would love. You typically can’t go wrong with candles, flowers, or chocolate. If Mom enjoys a good read, how about a book? What mom wouldn’t love a special piece of jewelry? If you’re looking to really blow Mom away on her big day, hire some unexpected help or book a vacation.A day where everyone helps out and shows appreciation for all that Mom does and means to your family will be a treasured memory for everyone and teach children all of the right lessons.
Happy Mother’s Day!
