10 Instant, Digital Mother’s Day Gifts She Might Actually Like
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Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Unfortunately, we won’t be able to celebrate it by going out or treating our moms with a nice dinner. So you’ll have to surprise her with an excellent gift instead.
Now, due to the current circumstances, you probably won’t have the opportunity to go out and buy your mom a present. Or, you forgot it was Mother’s Day and you need to find something decent last-minute.
No matter the situation, it’s always good to have options when giving a present. The good news is, you can get a nice Mother’s Day present without going out.
A digital gift is a great idea, especially in times like these. You can now give a great present without looking like it was last-minute. So, if you’re still wondering what kind of gift you can give this Mother’s Day, here are ten digital gifts to check out.
Name a Star After Her
This is by far the cheesiest gift on the list, but it can be a lovely gesture as well. It could also work for a significant other if she likes these kinds of presents.
For this, I’d recommend using a service like Star Registration. You’ll provide the name you’d like for the star and she’ll get a certificate with the star’s coordinates and its new name. It might not be for everyone, but if your mom is the sentimental type she could really enjoy this.
Personalized Messages from Celebrities
This gift also may not be for everyone. However, a personalized message from a celebrity she likes could make your mom’s day. And unless you know a lot of celebrities, I’d recommend using Cameo.
Cameo is a platform where you can find a bunch of celebrities, models, and influencers who create specialized, short videos at varying costs. You just need to write what you want them to say and they’ll create a personalized video for your mom to watch anytime she’d like!
For TV Lovers
There are tons of streaming services available right now. And some of them are better than others, but they all have distinctive TV shows or movies that make us want to keep subscribing. The best part is since we can’t go out yet, it’s an opportune time to give mom a Netflix, Apple TV+, or Disney+ subscription.
Yoga and Meditation
Being in quarantine is the perfect time to start working out and taking care of yourself. However, most of us need a little push to start and to know exactly what to do.
Fortunately, there are a bunch of online classes and apps that can help you create a workout routine that suits your needs. We’ve already covered great apps to work out at home, like the Adidas Training and Asana Rebel, which are great options for the beginner or advanced level.
On the other hand, if you think your mom would enjoy a few relaxing yoga sessions, you can get her a one-year subscription of at-home yoga classes with YogaDownload.
Music to Her Ears
Music streaming platforms are the best. Anything is better than lugging around CDs. But, maybe your mom already has a Spotify subscription, since it’s fairly popular. If she doesn’t, a subscription to Apple Music would be another good option. Not only does Apple Music work better with the Apple ecosystem, but you can use it on Android devices as well.
Audiobooks for Her Downtime
Audiobooks have become really popular in the last few years. Having the option to listen to a book while you’re driving or doing something else can boost your productivity and mood.
For this gift, the most popular option is Audible. She’ll get access to a great number of books read by many different people. However, it can be a bit expensive. Although the book selection is great and it even has some Audible originals too, so it might be worth it in the long run.
Books She’ll Love
If your mom prefers reading over listening to audiobooks, you can’t go wrong with an online book subscription. I’d recommend you go for Scribd or Kindle Unlimited. Both have a big selection of books, but Kindle Unlimited’s library is slightly bigger.
Plus, if you’re going for an annual subscription, Kindle Unlimited is also cheaper. On the other hand, Scribd offers a 3-month subscription, which would be a perfect amount of time to see if she likes it or not.
Make Her Life Easier
This is a bit of a stretch – but if your parents are like mine, chances are they forget their passwords.. a lot. And they end up asking you how to find them or reset them. So this might be a gift for both of you..
A service like 1Password keeps passwords safe and in one place so she doesn’t have to remember them every time. When she tries to log in again, 1Password will do the work for her.
Learn New Things
With all the extra time we have on our hands, keeping ourselves busy is just as important as staying at home. If your mom has binge-watched a little too much, giving a subscription to learn a new skill could be a nice change of pace.
Services like Masterclass or Skillshare offer a lot of courses you can check out for with a subscription. You can learn to draw, to cook, or to act with some of the greatest people in their fields.
Give Her What She Really Wants
Sometimes, the best gift you can give is a gift card. Sure, it’s not the most personal or thoughtful gift out there, but at least you’re making sure they get exactly what they want. Unlike the other gift cards on this list, a generic Amazon or Apple gift card gives mom a ton of options.
