Mother's Day is coming up (May 10th! 👀) and if you're a new mom, a toddler mom, or someone trying to plan something special for a mom in your life — this one's for you.
Here's the truth: the best Mother's Day isn't about expensive brunches or perfectly curated gift baskets (though we do love a good gift basket). It's about slowing down, being present, and making memories with the tiny humans who made you a mom in the first place.
Whether your kids are 3 months or 3 years old, here are some simple, sweet activities you can actually pull off — no Pinterest-level crafting skills required.
For Babies (0-12 Months)
1. Baby's First "Card"
Grab some non-toxic, washable paint and let your baby's tiny hand or foot make a print on a piece of cardstock. Write a little note from "baby" underneath. Is it messy? Yes. Will you cry looking at it in five years? Absolutely. Frame it. You'll thank yourself later.
2. A Morning Snuggle Photo Shoot
Put on matching outfits (or just your coziest PJs), get back in bed, and have someone snap some photos of you and your baby just... being. No poses. No "look at the camera!" Just the two of you. These end up being the photos you actually print and frame.
3. A Stroller Walk With No Agenda
No errands. No rushing. Just you, your baby, fresh air, and maybe a fancy coffee in your hand. Bonus points if you find a park with flowers blooming. Stop and show them to your baby — they won't remember it, but you will.
4. Plant Something Together
Get a small pot, some soil, and a flower or herb. Let your baby "help" (a.k.a. grab the dirt while you do the actual planting). Snap a photo. Every time it grows, you'll remember this moment. If it dies, no judgment — parenting is hard enough without keeping plants alive too.
For Toddlers (1-3 Years)
5. Toddler Breakfast in Bed
Let your toddler "make" breakfast for mom. In reality, this means dad or a partner helps them put fruit on a plate, pour some cereal, and carry it very carefully (expect spills). The pride on their face when they deliver it? Worth more than any restaurant brunch.
6. Flower Picking Adventure
Find a local garden, flower farm, or even just your backyard. Let your toddler pick flowers for mom. They'll pick the weirdest, most random ones — and that's exactly what makes it perfect. Put them in a little jar on the kitchen table. Instant heirloom moment.
7. Handprint Art
This is the classic for a reason. Handprint butterflies, handprint flowers, handprint suns — there are a million tutorials online and they're all adorable. The key: do it when your toddler is in a good mood (not right before nap time, trust us) and have wipes ready. Lots of wipes.
8. Dance Party
Put on mom's favorite playlist. Dance in the living room. Let your toddler lead. This activity requires zero preparation, zero cleanup, and produces maximum joy. Plus, toddler dance moves are genuinely the funniest thing you'll ever witness.
9. A "Mom and Me" Picnic
Pack some snacks, grab a blanket, and have a picnic — in the backyard, at the park, or even on the living room floor. Toddlers think picnics are the most exciting thing in the world. The same crackers they refused at the table? Suddenly delicious on a blanket outside.
For Preschoolers (3-5 Years)
10. Interview Mom
Have someone film your preschooler "interviewing" you. Questions like: "What's your favorite color?" "What's your favorite thing about being a mom?" "What's your favorite food?" Their reactions to your answers are comedy gold, and you'll have this video forever.
11. Decorate a Crown
Because mom IS the queen. Get some cardstock, stickers, glitter (if you're brave), and let your preschooler make a crown for mom to wear. Will you look ridiculous? Yes. Will your child beam with pride seeing you wear their creation? Also yes. Wear it all day. Commit.
12. Bake Something Together
Cookies, muffins, pancakes — anything simple. Let them pour, stir, and "taste test." It won't be perfect and the kitchen will be a disaster, but baking together creates the exact kind of memory that Mother's Day is supposed to be about.
For Every Age: The Best Mother's Day Gift
Honestly? The best Mother's Day activity is whatever makes you feel like YOU — not just "mom." So if that means a solo bath while someone else handles bedtime, do that. If it means a family pile on the couch watching a movie, do that. If it means getting dressed up and going out while the grandparents babysit, absolutely do that.
You deserve a day that fills your cup. However that looks for you.
One More Thing
If you're looking for a Mother's Day gift that's equal parts practical and precious, our gift sets make it easy — beautifully packaged, buttery soft, and perfect for any new or expecting mama. Or browse our new arrivals for matching mommy-and-me vibes that'll make the cutest Mother's Day photos.
Happy (almost) Mother's Day to every mama reading this. You're doing an incredible job. 💛