Mother’s Day 2020 is Sunday, May 10. And even though the holiday is likely to look different this year for many families, Moms still deserve to feel special … even if you’re celebrating from 6 feet apart. In fact, she’d probably appreciate some extra love this year more than ever!

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Ideas to Make the Day Special

Local Spots That Can Help with Memorable Gifts

Local Spots That Can Help with Delicious Eats

Ideas to Make the Day Special

Your Mother’s Day plans are probably going to vary a lot depending on if you’re able to physically be with her for the day. While many families would typically be celebrating with multi-generational get-togethers, celebratory meals and local excursions, you’re probably staying closer to home this year. Here are some ideas that can make the day feel different than every other day in quarantine – either at home together or from a CDC-approved distance. (Tip: If you’re a Mom reading this, there’s no shame in taking the lead with some of these activities in your own home, OR sending this article to Dad or older kids as a hint!)

• Breakfast in bed. (Even better if you let her sleep in first!)
• Have a picnic in your backyard.
• Have the kids make a special Mother’s Day craft. (You can find some ideas at this link.)
• Clean the house for her and/or give her some time alone to soak in the tub, read a book, watch her favorite show, or take a nap. NO interruptions.
• Set up a video chat date. If possible, set up one time with the grandkids (if there are any) and a separate time for adults only.
• The day before, secretly give everyone in the house small pieces of paper or sticky notes. Ask them to write down things they love about Mom. Then wake up before her on Mother’s Day and display them in a place that’s prominent in the house.
• Chalk the walk! Get creative with special Mother’s Day chalk drawings or messages. (This is a great one if you live near your mom, but you’re keeping a safe distance.)
• Spend time outside together. Here’s a link to places that are open for socially distant activity in Montgomery County and things you could do in your own yard.
• Make her a coupon book if things that are especially relevant right now and pair it with a gift card (or a few) to enjoy when things reopen! (Some suggestions: Get out of bed time routine, a walk around the neighborhood by yourself, 1 hour in the bathtub by yourself … you get the idea.)
• Plan a scavenger hunt that will take Mom around the house before she finds her gift. Here’s a link to a free printable for one from the website thedatingdivas.com.
• Do a puzzle or play a game as a family.
• Watch a movie – either one of Mom’s favorites or something she’s been wanting to see. This could also be an activity to do from afar if you make use of a tool like the new Netflix Party extension on Google Chrome.
• Have a painting party! Local spots like Painting with a Twist (a Montco Happening List Finalist in multiple categories) and Board & Brush are offering art kits that you can paint at home. This is a fun activity to do with the people in your own house, or you could also set up a Zoom session to paint with family at a distance.

• Bake or cook something together. Make enough extra that you can drop some off at your Mom’s house if you’re not with her. (Or, you could even pick a recipe to make at the same time as your Mom and talk on the phone or using a service like Zoom while you do it.)
• Cook her favorite meal … or support a local business by ordering out! (You can even do this one if you don’t live together.) See our suggestions below.
• Order flowers. Or get out in the garden! This could also be a good one to surprise Mom while she watches from a safe distance. Here’s a link to our article about local spots that can help.
• Have a spa day. If your kids would enjoy this activity (and won’t take away from the relaxation), this is something you could do together. If not, make sure Mom gets some alone time for some at-home pampering. You could also have spa day essentials delivered to Mom. There are places in our list below that can help.

Local Spots That Can Help with Memorable Gifts

Check out our Montgomery County (or nearby) picks for #lovelocal ideas that will pamper, inspire and treat the special women in your life! (And no, quarantining isn’t an excuse to skip gifts this year.)

La Chelé Medical Aesthetics

430 Union Square Drive, New Hope, PA 18938
215-862-6100

Give the gift every woman wants.

The team at La Chelé Medical Aesthetics hopes all the Moms out there are happy and healthy and whether you’re receiving or giving, nothing speaks ‘Happy Mother’s Day’ as much as a spa day!

Here are a couple of ideas for you. Give the gift of self-care with either:

A) A La Chelé gift card.

(includes complimentary Creme Pour Les Mains shea butter hand lotions)

Use the card for products from La Chelé (visit the shop site lacheleshop.com) or save it for treatments when things normalize.

$100 or more. Shipping or Drive-by pickup.

B) The ultimate pamper gift basket.

Their Mother’s Day Spa gift basket includes: $100 La Chelé gift card, plush Boca Terry robe, Musee Dreamweaver Sleep bath balm, Patchology Flashmasque Hydrate face mask, and Tea Forte Hanami) (savings $29) The ultimate pamper $195.

Sometimes the best gift is spending time with your mom.

You can Double your gift basket order so you and mom can indulge together during quarantine for $385 (a $63 savings)!

Limited quantities. Drive-by beauty pick up in New Hope, PA only.

Mom or otherwise, we all could use a little bit of extra love right now.

Please call to arrange your order: 215-862-6100 (9-5 daily)

Moms are notorious for forgetting to make time to take care of themselves. Prioritizing self-care is essential when managing the pressures of daily life, now more than ever.  We are more resilient and more able to handle stress when we are feeling our best both physically and emotionally. Whether you are seeking the benefits of self-care for yourself or you want to give the gift of this healing practice to your mom, look no further than Zanya Spa Salon. Even though their doors are temporarily closed, you can still shop products that will leave you feeling refreshed, relaxed, beautiful and healthy. Place your orders for curbside pickup or they can deliver locally. You can also order e-gift cards to enjoy some in-salon pampering just as soon as they reopen.

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Witt Pilates

14 Penn Valley Drive, Yardley, PA
267-391-9200
www.wittpilates.com

ROG Orthodontics

Local Spots That Can Help with Delicious Eats

Mother’s Day is definitely a day that Moms deserve a break from cooking (especially since she’s probably been doing even more if it than usual lately.) If you’re lucky enough to live in a house where Dad’s a great cook, he might want to cook Mom her favorite foods today. Even better? Leave the cooking to the pros and support a small business. These local spots are offering delivery, takeout or curbside pickup on Mother’s Day. (Tip: This is also a great way to treat Moms and Grandmas that you can’t be together with that day.)

Blackfish BYOB

119 Fayette Street, Conshohocken
610-397-0888

Blackfish is a 2020 Happening List Finalist for Seafood Market, so if Mom is a seafood lover, this is a no-brainer. In honor of the holiday, they’ve put together a special family-style Mother’s Day menu that serves 4. Each meal includes classic shrimp cocktail and Maine lobster bisque, your choice of main course (Maryland Style jumbo crab cakes, roasted filet mignon or surf & turf), and strawberry short cake trifle. Pricing ranges from $160 to $200. You can also add on options like an artisan cheese board, black truffle & leek tart, and buttermilk mashed potatoes. Order now for curbside pickup on Mother’s Day between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

William Penn Inn

1017 Dekalb Pike, Gwynedd
215-699-9272

William Penn Inn is a 2020 Happening List Finalist for Most Romantic and Best Brunch, so you’ll want to visit when places reopen. In the mean time, they’re offering no-touch curbside pickup for family-style Mother’s Day dinner. Call Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to place you order. Pickup will be available Saturday, May 9 from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 10 from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The menu includes your choice of salad, an entree (with choices like prime rib, Maryland crabcakes, and chicken marsala), two sides and a dessert. Pricing varies depending on the entree. You can also order items like quarts of soup, chicken tenders with mac & cheese, crab dip and additional desserts ala carte. View the complete menu at this link.

Grumpy’s Handcarved Sandwiches

137 E. High Street, Pottstown
610-323-1232

Grumpy’s is a 2020 Happening List Finalist for Sandwiches, but they serve more than just delicious hand-helds. In honor of Mother’s Day, they’re offering brunch and dinner menu options for pickup or delivery on SAturday, May 9 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Menu options are priced per person and include choices such as quiche, smoked almon platter for two, salads, chicken pot pie, coffee-crusted eye round, ginger chicken satay, and sides such as honey-roasted Brussels sprouts and balsamic-glazed beets, plus desserts. View the menu here. Plus, you can add on fresh flowers to your order to support the owners’ daughter’s confirmation project of raising funds for Main Line Animal Rescue.

The Farmer’s Daughter at Normandy Farm

1401 Morris Road, Blue Bell
215-616-8108

The Farmer’s Daughter has put together a special Mother’s Day menu featuring 3-course dinners for two as well as a variety of appetizers, brunch specialties, desserts, and wine. You can even add on a beautiful flower arrangement handcrafted by their in-house floral design studio, Willow & Thistle. View the complete menu here. Order by May 6 for pickup on Mother’s Day between 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Place your order online or call between the hours of 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. daily. The Farmer’s Daughter is a 2020 Montco Happening List Finalist for Brunch, so be sure to check it out when they reopen.

Bridgets Steakhouse

8 W. Butler Avenue, Ambler
267-465-2000

Bridgets is offering curbside pickup or delivery upon request on Mother’s Day from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Each meal includes your choice of salad, an entree (rack of lamb, sliced filet, roasted half chicken or halibut), choice of two sides, and dessert. It costs $35 per person, and there are also a selection of special appetizers that you can add on for $15 each. View the complete menu here.

Piero’s Italian Restaurant

3500 Reading Way, Huntingdon Valley
215-947-3650

Support 3 local businesses with one-stop shopping! Piero’s has put together a special Mother’s Day package in conjunction with Lochel’s Bakery and Pennypack Flowers that they’re calling “Mom’s Day Brunch & Bouquet.” Choose either a hot (French toast, breakfast meats, potatoes, scrambled eggs, butter & syrup) or cold brunch platter (fresh fruit, bagels, croissants, yogurt & granola, pastries, chicken salad, cream cheese & jelly) for $45. (Add on Nova Lox for $10.) Both platters are meant to serve 4 people. You can also choose from 3 flower arrangements prices at $25, $50 or $75.

Stove and Tap Lansdale

Mom gets a break on Mother’s Day with a full brunch plus options to add on brunch cocktails. The Mother’s Day Brunch Box includes: Scrambled eggs, home fries, bacon, sausage, french toast, fresh fruit, biscuits and gravy for $45 (feeds 4). You can also add on a mimosa package for $30 or Boardroom Bloody Mary package for $50. Call to pre-order for delivery or pickup. 

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