It is Possible Mother’s Day Social Distancing
This Mother’s Day looks a little bit different for moms all around the world. You are not alone, whether you are celebrating as a mom or celebrating for your mom. What are your plans for this year? Another family zoom meeting? Facetime? Aren’t you all zoomed out? We’ve been adjusting to a new normal for a long time and as each day passes, we find new obstacles that we have to overcome. So, this Mother’s Day, turn it into an extra special event – something you will be forever grateful for because it is unique and show mom how much you appreciate her never-ending source of light.
Why Mother’s Day is different this year
Mother’s Day is a chance every year to show mom how special she is and thank her for everything that she’s done and continues to do. When we can’t envelop her in a big embrace and plant a kiss on her cheek, it might feel as though there’s something you are all missing out, even though you know you’re keeping your distance out of love for each other.
Parenting during social distancing can be a bit challenging for many reasons, especially if a member of your family is an essential worker or healthcare worker. That’s why it’s more important than ever to make sure our moms still feel the love from afar. Here are a few great ideas to celebrate Mother’s Day this year.
Turn this Mother’s Day to a special event, something you will forever be grateful for because it is unique and different. Every obstacle is always an opportunity to bring more light.
Included are things that make grandma happy and activities to do without Zoom or FaceTime!
Ideas to celebrate Mother’s Day during Quarantine without Zoom or FaceTime:
- Have brunch delivered – If you and your mom have a favorite bunch spot, send her some food and a mimosa! If you can order another meal for yourself, eat together over video chat to simulate a real-life experience.
- Decorate mom’s porch – This is a really cute idea that has been floating around the internet. Decorate mom’s porch for Mother’s Day and take pictures of her standing amongst her gifts and decorations. Keep it a surprise! She’ll love it.
- Make a meal, or bake something with the family – Since you can’t all be together physically, bake a special cake or dessert, or cook for her favorite dish. She will be appreciative to this homemade meal.
- Record for her a special song – gather your family together and record everyone as you sing her favorite song, or sing and sign a song about mom, with Mother’s Day special signs!
- Spruce up her garden – Something that mom will appreciate more than words can say. This Mother’s Day take it upon yourself (or your whole family if you’re isolated with one) to get together and make mom’s garden something really special this year. She can sit on the porch and direct the process!
- Create a self-care gift basket – Since parenting while social distancing is tough on everyone, even if your kids don’t live at home anymore, giving the gift of relaxation is a great idea. Pack the gift box with wine, bath salts, candles, and a decadent treat so mom can give herself a spa day at home!
Gather your family members for help when getting together the perfect gift! What really counts these days is knowing that someone is thinking about you, that you are remembered. Sometimes, the effort counts more than the gift itself. Celebrate you, celebrate your mother, grandmother, and the strong incredible women in your life. Happy Mother’s Day everyone!