Photo: Nadine as a new mom holding her first born, Megan.

40 No-Cost Ideas to Make Mother's Day Special

Hi Nadine,

Mother’s Day is just around the corner! This special day offers a wonderful opportunity to celebrate Mom and practice perspective-taking—considering the thoughts and feelings of others. For children with social challenges, developing perspective taking is particularly important. A lack of perspective taking was evident for this particular holiday when I had discovered that many kids had not previously celebrated Mother’s Day. Considering everything that moms do for us every day, it’s vital to use this occasion to truly express our gratitude and affection.

We suggest starting the conversation now about Mother's Day so that kids have time to think about how to make their mom feel special.

Note: If your mom plans to visit her own mother on Mother’s Day, why not make Saturday her special day? That way, you can dedicate your full attention and care to making her feel as appreciated and loved as she truly is.

Here are 40 thoughtful and cost-free activities that kids can do for their moms on Mother's Day to make it special.

1. Breakfast in Bed: Serve mom her favorite breakfast in bed.

2. Handmade Card: Create a colorful and heartfelt card.

3. Write a Poem: Write a poem expressing love and gratitude.

4. Memory Book: Assemble a scrapbook of favorite memories and moments.

5. Picnic in the Park: Prepare a picnic to enjoy at a local park.

6. Performance: Put on a play or a dance performance at home.

7. Garden Together: Help with weeding or planting new flowers in the garden.

8. DIY Spa Day: Set up a home spa day with homemade facials.

9. Customized Playlist: Create a playlist of songs that remind you of her.

10. Nature Walk: Take a walk together in a nearby nature reserve or park.

11. Cook Dinner: Prepare her favorite meal with ingredients you already have.

12. Memory Lane: Walk through your photo albums together and share memories.

These activities are all about spending quality time together and creating new memories, which are priceless gifts for any mom!

Warmly,

Nadine Briggs, CEO, Simply Social Kids

Co-author of the How to Make and Keep Friends book series

Email: info@simplysocialkids.com

Phone: 978-764-2758

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