How to give your mother the perfect Mothers Day

Mothers Day gives us all an opportunity to show just how grateful we are to our mothers for everything they have done for us. After all, they carried you around for nine months, fed you, clothed you, put up with your tantrums, and gave up years of their time in an attempt to give you the best possible start in life. The least you can do is to show them a little appreciation once a year. Most people are content to send their mother a card and possibly some flowers for Mothers Day, but if you want to really push the boat out and give her a day she will remember for the rest of her life, you are going to have to try a little bit harder than that. Here are some suggestions to help you give your dear old mum the best Mothers Day she has ever had.

Breakfast in bed

Nothing sets the tone for a perfect day like being brought breakfast in bed. Find out in advance what she likes for breakfast - not just what she has every day, but what she really likes - so that you can surprise her. Presentation is key. First, bring her through a glass of fruit juice in a nice glass. If she likes ice in her drinks, put some ice in there - these little details can make all the difference. Next, put together whatever breakfast she likes, whether it is a full cooked breakfast, a boiled egg and soldiers, fruit salad with yoghurt, or even cereal with milk if she genuinely prefers this. Bring it through on a tray with a cup of steaming hot coffee or tea and some condiments if necessary.

Time for the presents

After breakfast, you should present her with some flowers and a card. Carnations and pink roses are traditional, but orchids can be nice too. Cut the stems of the flowers and put them in a vase - your mother is not going to be lifting a finger today. You might also want to give her some chocolates, a nice bottle of wine, or a personalised gift such as a tea cosy or a new purse. If you are looking for ideas, you can get some great Mothers Day gifts online from the notonthehighstreet.com website.

Take her out for dinner

Now it's time for the real treat - dinner with the family at a fancy restaurant, with no expense spared. If you have siblings, you might want to split the cost with them so you all feel involved. Ignore her pleas of 'oh no, it's too much' and her threats to pay for part of the dinner - this is her big day after all, and you owe it to her to make it special after everything she has given to you over the years.

Mothers Day

How to give your mother the perfect Mothers Day