How To Choose The Best Birthday Gift For Mom

Hey, you!

Yeah, I know. You don't have to say it out loud. I know the question on your lips now is 'where the heck have you been MarBal?'

Before I start giving you a long explanation as to my whereabouts, I'll just say I'm really sorry about the absence. My Internet service provider didn't want me to be great but #Godwin.

That's not why we are here now, I hear you mutter under your breath.

Let's get to it.. my mom is a year older today being 12th of April. I thought to dedicate this post to her by giving you guys some tips on how to choose the best  birthday gift for Mom.

Most of you have often asked your friends questions like this: "hey buddy, it's my mom's birthday today and I don't even know what to get her"

Let's not even start on how our mothers mean the world to us and how we would do anything to make sure that they are happy with us. They deserve to be happy, they deserve to reap the fruit of their toil, they deserve the best and we need to make sure of that.

Mom's birthday is a perfect time to honor her with a heartfelt gift. While your mother may appreciate any gifts you decide to give her, taking the time to choose a special birthday gift shows your loyalty and your love. Like I always say, it's not the gift that matters, but the heart that gives it and the details put into the act.

Choosing the best for mom:

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Consider your mom's lifestyle and personality. Understanding her hobbies and daily routine allows you to choose a birthday gift that she'll truly value. Pay attention to her recent purchases as well as any items on her "must-have" list. You know when they won't stop talking about the hat or shoe Mrs. O had on at the retreat she attended. Make note of any new hobbies or interests she has, such as new culinary skill or photography, and then find tools and accessories that will help her enjoy the new hobby even more.

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Rule out obvious blunders. Save time by eliminating the need to search for products she'll never use or appreciate. For example, avoid looking through the cookware section if she detests cooking or searching for styles of ruby jewelry if she prefers blue gemstones. There's no need buying her items that will lie unused and take up space.

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Use your mom's eyes when choosing her birthday present. Although it's acceptable to choose a gift that falls outside of her normal purchases, try to find a gift she still might get for herself. Perhaps she always buys her favorite scent in eau de toilette; you could buy the most luxurious Eau de Parfum version. Taking your mom for a window shopping adventure can uncover preferences without revealing your true intentions.

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Remember past gift-giving occasions for clues. Recall her reactions to receiving gifts that she liked and those that she disliked. Knowing her possible reactions can help you avoid giving her an underwhelming gift. Notice if she has used gifts you gave her in the past. Is the bottle of bubble bath you gave her last year almost empty? If so, she may like receiving bath products again. If it's still full and gathering dust, you may want to avoid that type of gift.

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Make it a family affair. Get your siblings involved when you want to give Mom a big gift, like fine jewelry.  Make a list of correlating presents, so your family can present Mom with a complete package. For example, a group gift for mom could include a "to match" Italian shoes and purse, that very expensive lace she always wanted, the perfect headgear to complement the outfit and the most beautiful neckpiece.

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Give her a personalized gift. Few gifts show that you've put thought into the gesture like something that is personalized. Whether that's something monogram, initial jewelry or a charm bracelet filled with meaningful charms, this gift will show you spent some time thinking about her when you were shopping.

Meanwhile, I have got great news for you!

Coming soon to MarBal, you can shop all your gift and hamper wants with no worries. Are you as excited as we are?

You know we always have you in mind and want to GIVE you the best.

Xoxo,

MarBal.