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What KC Moms Really Want for Mother’s Day

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Sue Heck from The Middle knows what a not-so-great Mother’s Day gift is like: a drugstore-bought inflatable foot bath, salad tongs from the Frugal Hoosier, yellow pants and a day all to herself that resulted in a session to organize the junk drawer. KC Moms, can you relate?  The day devoted to honoring and recognizing mothers is quickly approaching. Whether you are looking for a gift for your wife, your own mother, or you simply want to send a hint for your own gift, we’ve got your back. Here are some ideas for making sure the special mom in your life knows that you care!

A Day “Off”

Think about what Mom does every day to make sure things run smoothly: everything from making breakfast and getting the kids ready for church to packing lunches for the next day. For this gift, you need to be sure you think about ALL the things Mom would normally do, and make sure to take them off her plate. She may still want to hang around the house and be with the family, but be sure to wipe down the counter after a meal, change the baby’s diaper or defuse a sibling argument before Mom has to step in. Overland Park mom Gwen Valverde says this about her perfect Mother’s Day: “As long as I don’t have to cook or clean, I’m good!”

Time to Herself

Mom may want some time to herself for Mother’s Day, a bubble bath, a book in bed or being alone in a quiet house. For this gift, make sure Mom has everything she needs to relax so she doesn’t end up organizing or cleaning around the house instead! A mom of three in Shawnee, Shana Nelson, says last year her husband and children gave her the alone time she craved. “He let me sleep in, made me breakfast, then took the girls for the day so I could do what I wanted. He nailed it!”

Mom’s Choice

Let Mom pick the day’s activities and meals. Ask Mom to plan the day before Mother’s Day approaches, so you can make the necessary arrangements. Hannah Cowden, mom of four in Springhill, describes her dream Mother’s Day: “A nice lunch out after church with my husband and kids, playing games together and later visiting my own mom!” Whatever she picks, be sure the family is ready to have a good attitude and not complain about Mom’s choice.

Mom’s Day (or night) Out

Does the mom in your life find it difficult to squeeze in some girl time? Time with fellow moms might be just the ticket. Take care of things at home so she can schedule a spa day, happy hour or a whole night out with some other moms. She will come back refreshed! Josephine Huhs, an Overland Park mom of two, says, “Last year, a few moms and I went to the Elms in Excelsior Springs for a getaway night. It was wonderful!”

A Letter from the Kids

Hearing from your own children is so meaningful. A Bonner Springs mom, LeAnn Carver-Jones, shares that even though her boys are older, she still enjoys “a note written from the heart. I cherish their writing.” Whatever the age, moms love reading and rereading special notes from their children. If you have younger children, providing prompts can help. What do you like about Mom? What do you enjoy doing with her? Why are you happy she’s your Mom?

No matter what you decide to do for your mother, remember that all moms really want the same thing. Pandia Graves, a Shawnee mother of three, says it well: “Just to be thought of and felt appreciated would be nice.”

Need Gift Ideas?

Local goodies often make for a special one-of-a-kind gift! Check out these local KC mom-owned companies for a unique present Mom is sure to love:

Emily Cline is a freelance writer and instructor of education at a local university. She lives in Lenexa with her husband, Joseph, and 3-year-old son, Fitzgerald. She plans on strategically placing this article in her husband’s path with her favorite ideas circled to ensure a fabulous Mother’s Day.

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