Mother's Day Gift Guide For Moms In Need Of 'Me' Time

Whether Mom heads to an office or spends the day with the kids, all moms have something in common: they're working hard to take care of the family. As such, there's one thing any mother would love this Mother's Day—a gift that helps her relax and gives her a bit of 'me' time, free of the daily grind.

Getting Out of the House

Mom may get some 'me' time when she runs errands on her own, but she deserves some time away from home that is a bit more about her.

• Spa day: Buy her a gift certificate for any number of services, such as a mani/pedi, massage or skin treatment, because what mom doesn't love getting pampered?
• Yoga or Pilates: If your mother likes to stretch her muscles and practice the art of breathing—something that comes in handy as a mom—get her a gift certificate to a local studio.
• Time out and about. Give your significant other the chance simply to get out of the house and do something she enjoys. Perhaps she'll head to her favorite coffee shop or go see a movie on her own. The point is, she's able to spend a few hours away knowing that you're taking care of the family.

Relaxing at Home

Think inside the box. While offering to do some of the chores she typically does is always welcome, here are a few Mother's Day gift ideas that allow her to pamper herself in the comfort of her own home.

• Tea set. Or coffee, depending on what she likes best. This can include a gift basket of her favorite tea or coffee, a new mug or tea pot, as well as a few food items to go along with her favorite drink. You can never go wrong with chocolate.
• Aromatherapy. The right scent can relax and calm. Perhaps buy her a few lavender-scented candles or a scented bubble bath.
• Bath gift set. Speaking of baths, there are so many different gifts that you can get that will allow Mom to pamper herself at home behind her bathroom's locked door. Create a unique gift basket tailored to her, and include such things as bath salts, a loufa, sea salt scrubs, body washes and body lotions. For good measure, also toss in a bottle of wine or two and a copy of that new book she's been wanting to read. Many bath and body stores also offer pre-arranged packages that follow a theme, or scent, of sorts.
• Massage at home. Bring the spa to Mom, either with an in-home massage with a licensed professional, or with a massage chair. The perk of the chair? She can use it whenever she wants; it's the gift that keeps on giving.

While this guide will get you started on your Mother's Day shopping, be sure to consider the things your mom likes the most, particularly when it comes to relaxing. While some moms might prefer a simple bottle of their favorite wine, others might appreciate tickets to their favorite sporting event or a kid-free night to hang with girlfriends and go dancing. You know your mom, and your significant other, best.