We dish the dirt on what would put a smile on our dials this year, AKA what us mums really want for Mother's Day (spoiler: it's not expensive gifts!)
Motherhood is a rollercoaster. Despite all of the sleep deprivation, crazy pregnancy stories, crazier birth stories, toddler tantrums, childhood ups and downs, and teenage angst, it’s still the best job in the world. And if there’s ever an occasion to get a much-needed thank you for all that we do, it’s Mother’s Day. A bit of extra love, lots of cuddles, and perhaps some pressies – let’s run with it, ladies! The HoneyKids mums and friends get together to chat about what we really want for Mother’s Day this year.
What mums really want for Mother’s Day
Amanda, mum to James, Emily and Sophie
“My husband is an excellent cook, so I’m really looking forward to a full English breakfast and maybe a cheeky croissant! I love the hand made cards from the kiddos; they are always my favourite gift. Pressie-wise, I’m very easy to buy for! I’d love a new perfume, maybe something from Jo Malone or Maison Margiela – scents are something I splurge on, as I love to have a signature scent that my kids will remember me by, just like I have with my mum. Time with the fam and a swim in the afternoon would be a lovely end to the day!”
Esther, mum to Hadrian and Heather
Andrina, mum to Jerry
“A 2D1N stay at a beachfront resort with a 1.5hr spa session, alone! I’ll be spending the day with my journal and book, that is if I can break free from the chokehold of drama…C-drama. While we are at it, I’d like an order of a three-course meal with wine, please. Thank you!”
Natasha, mum to Cayde
“This Mother’s Day, I hope to be able to enjoy my cup of coffee HOT, finish the last 2 episodes of Jujutsu Kaisen before enjoying a 90 massage at my spa of choice while my husband keeps things in order”
Dawn, mum to Gemma and Tessa
“My perfect Mother’s Day as a mum of now teens starts with my eldest showing off her skills with a killer avocado on homemade sourdough with a runny egg and her superb matcha oat latte. I’d follow that with some catch-up crafting: a blanket for a girlfriend, with my eyes peeled on a movie I haven’t had time to catch on Netflix/Prime. I’d cap it with a pasta or hotpot dinner with my girls.”
Shamsydar Ani, mum to Irfan and Sumayyah
“Best Mother’s Day present would be my kids sleeping in so that I get my me time in the morning before I start my day. My kids are such early risers like me I wish they took some of their dad’s sleeping in genes!!! I really want to have a good workout and coffee before they wake up. Although having breakfast elsewhere without me having to cook would be great too!”
Amiera Raushan, mum to Aaman
“I think what I’d really want… is for my son to call out for me all day long. I know, dangerous wish. His default parent is his father, full koala mode, no questions asked. So just for one day, let me be the one he reaches for first. And don’t feel bad okay, I’m the fun department. Ice cream, chocolates, TV, all the nonsense things. I built this role myself HAHA. But still… one full day of “Ibu! Ibu! Ibu!” on loop? I’ll take it.”
Ilyana Idros, Mum to Elyhaan and Ilhaam
“I really want a day where I’m not making decisions or coordinating anything. Just coffee that appears like magic, a good meal I didn’t have to plan and no one asking me where anything is. A few hours to myself to rest and reset, then time with the boys to do something fun together!”
Galissa Seth-Gomez, mum to Mila
“A nice meal with my husband and daughter, preferably an stress-free without half the meal on the floor or all over Mila’s outfit (wishful thinking. I’d love some nice photos or videos to commemorate the day, a handmade card from my almost two-nager and the dream would be a nice hot stone massage.”
Rachel Ho, Mum to Sean and Emma
“I would really love the chance to sleep in, a leisurely breakfast and playtime with kids, with no distractions or worries. Just quality bonding time is all I would ask for!”
Whatever you do to celebrate Mother’s Day this year, have a great one, folks!
