Mother Knows Best

Mother's Day is coming up - I feel like it sneaks up on me every year, and I don't have the time to put the thought into it that I want. So I'm starting my browsing and shopping a little earlier than normal, and I'm passing my ideas on to you!

I think most moms have a hard time pampering themselves, so my first idea is for spa-related products. I know my mom's been able to take more "me" time as her kids have grown up and moved out, but I know she wouldn't go out and buy HERSELF a spa gift basket.  I suspect your mom is probably like mine, and what better way to say "thanks" than to give her a reason to spend some time relaxing and unwinding.

But, you don't just want to get her some random products that sit on her counter not really doing anyone any good! Pick your basket and products carefully - get stuff she'll use and not just stuff that looks pretty and smells nice. Although - let's face it, that's a big part of the equation here.

I love this option because not only does it come with spa products like lotions and scrubs, it includes tea, mineral water, chocolate and cookies. Those are things that I know my mom will take advantage of, and once she digs into the basket, she'll hopefully want to use all the products.

This basket comes with a robe which I think makes a great gift in and of itself. One of the things I love about going to the spa is the plush, soft, enveloping robes they give you to wear, and if you can create that feeling on a daily basis, so much the better!