*This post was updated on April 22, 2020. The simple mother’s day gift ideas are still applicable in 2020 (even among the Coronavirus Pandemic).
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Did you know that Mother’s day is just TWO WEEKS from Sunday? Yep. Why do these holidays always sneak up on me? Anyway, since I live so far away from my mom, I’m always looking for simple Mother’s Day gift ideas that can be easily sent across the country!
As it turns out, everybody might be sending their moms gifts through the mail this year. Since we’re still social distancing in most of the country, these gifts I’ve come up with over the last couple years are perfect for this year too!
So anyway, all of the ideas in this list are perfect for our situation. And they just make it a little easier to be apart from your mom on this holiday.
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5 Simple Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
ONE || BrightBox
You guys, Shea from Bright Box is a genius! She’s created a company that will send someone you love a fun and super cute little customized box for only $10 shipped (curated boxes are $15)! Each box comes with one main surprise (think candle, lip scrub, jewelry, socks), some candy and a cute card with your message on the back (can be anonymous)! AND they’ve launched a special curated box for Mother’s day (it’s actually sold out right now but will hopefully be back in stock soon)!
TWO || A Trip
With all the travel agents and travel packages out there these days, planning and booking a trip completely in advance is easier than ever. So plan a fun trip for you and your mom to take in the next year. Or maybe for her and your dad to take. Try an all inclusive package from somewhere like Getaway Today to take all the stress of planning off of her! Use code ENDURE for $10 off any travel package at Getaway Today!
THREE || Flowers from Amazon
Sending a gorgeous bouquet of flowers to your mom is always a good idea, right? But they can get pretty expensive whether you do it from an online retailer or a local florist. Did you know you can have flowers delivered through Amazon? It’s true and much cheaper! And if you have prime, delivery is free and only 2 days! Search “flowers for delivery prime” on Amazon (or shop below) and you’ll get several options!
FOUR || Edible Arrangements on Amazon
The same concept from flowers above is true for “edible arrangements” as well! Ordering from the actual Edible Arrangements can be expensive and a hassle (though beautiful and also a great option). I prefer getting these from Amazon as well. Because, well, I buy everything from Amazon. Anyway, search “edible arrangements fruit delivery prime” on Amazon or shop below!
FIVE || A Care Package
And lastly, if you live far away from your mom, like I do, there’s nothing better than putting together a care package of all her favorite things to tell her you love her! Just like I did for our dads, as I talked about earlier, buy all her favorite treats and maybe a fun water bottle or tumbler. Include a baked good of some kind and The Dating Divas’ Mother’s Day Care Package Printables, and you’re golden!
Related: These care packaged I made for my dad and father-in-law for Father’s Day one year
So these are my simple Mother’s Day gift ideas for long distance. I’m still not sure what Pearson and I are going to do for our moms this year but it will be something special for sure.
Do you live far from your mom? How do you make Mother’s Day special? What are your favorite Mother’s Day traditions?
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What great suggestions for the out-of-towners! Thank you!
Glad you liked them!
these are great ideas. i might get my mom some fowers being she’s two time zones away
Flowers are always a great choice!
I adore sending care packages to people I love! Lucky for me, my mom comes to visit for Mother’s Day but I think all these ideas would be a happy surprise for her throughout the year 🙂
I love sending care packages! How great your mom always visits on Mother’s Day! What a fun tradition!
Oh awesome…these are great suggestions for Mother’s Day! thanks!
Thank you!
Mother’s day is right around the corner! Would love to receive any of these as a mother!
It seems to sneak up on me every year!
Brightbox is my favorite! I love that they have a special box for Mother’s Day this year! And I didn’t know you could order flowers on Amazon. I’m going to have to start using that more!
I LOVE BrightBox! And the flowers on Amazon are so convenient!
I absolutely love receiving flowers — especially from amazon!
What great ideas! I especially love the Mother’s Day care package.