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For many this year, celebrating Mother\u2019s Day will be emotionally or logistically challenging. With a lot of time apart this past year, many of us would much rather be spending the day together, but just can\u2019t. This list is for you if you\u2019re still practicing social distancing or if you just live far away from your mom or grandmother, or another mother figure in your life. There\u2019s still a lot you can do to make these people feel special this Mother\u2019s Day. Here are a few simple ideas to let her know how important she is to you.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Connect virtually<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Call or video chat with your mom, or plan a larger virtual hangout with your extended family. You could even arrange to virtually watch a movie together or play an online game (there are a lot of surprisingly fun ones) \u2014 anything you can do to try to feel a little closer can make a big difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Send food<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Is there something special you typically make together or a baked good she particularly enjoys? If so, spend a little time making something delicious and thinking about her. You could even include your little one(s) in the baking! Or, if that\u2019s not your thing (or it\u2019s too last minute), call up her favorite local spot and order her something you know she\u2019ll love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Send a gift<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This last year has been a tough one financially for a lot of people. But if this is an option for you, buy a gift for your mom online. You can go the usual route \u2014 flowers, chocolates, and the like \u2014 send groceries or other necessities, or make a donation in her name to a charity or organization that\u2019s doing important work right now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Have your kiddo make a gift<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Help your kid(s) make a painting, a handmade card, or another age-appropriate craft. Encourage them to explore other creative options, like an arrangement of dandelions or a sidewalk chalk drawing. Whatever your little one comes up with, send it along in the mail, if possible, or just text a picture \u2014 anything to let her know you\u2019re thinking of her.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Send a virtual \u201ccare package\u201d<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Create a curated list of a few goodies that you think your mom would love that you can share by text or email. You could include a list of the best new movies to stream, an album she hasn\u2019t heard, a virtual tour of a state park or art museum that you think she\u2019d like, a new food recipe, a recipe for a homemade mask or body scrub, a video of your kids, a virtual photo album \u2014 even just a couple of items you think she\u2019d appreciate would be special!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Write a letter<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Let your mom know that you\u2019re thinking of her. Everyone likes to get snail mail from a loved one! Or keep it simple and send an email if you want it to arrive today. Becoming a mom often causes you to reflect on your life in new ways, and this last year has put a lot of things into a new perspective. Put some of your feelings down on paper \u2014 or onto a screen \u2014 and share, from the heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If any of these ideas feel like they\u2019d be stressful or too much work to do today, don\u2019t worry \u2014 we know you\u2019ve got plenty on your plate, and this is your special day too \u2014 just give your mom a call, tell her you love and miss her, and know that she\u2019ll appreciate any of these other goodies next week or next month too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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