5 Meaningful Mother's Day Gifts

Mother's Day, May 10th, is just around the corner. If you haven't found the perfect gift yet, here are some new unique ideas that won't disappoint.

From the LifeMinute Team

May 5, 2015

This Mother's Day, which is fast approaching on Sunday May 10th, surprise mom with a gift that goes beyond the expected. Here, trend expert Melissa Foss shares her favorite new finds that are sure to make your mother feel extra special on her dedicated day.

1. Jewelry that symbolizes your eternal bond. Kay Jewelers' new Miracle Links necklaces have delicate interlocking circles that will remind your mother every day of the unbreakable bond you two have. "A circle is recognized as a symbol of unity and harmony worldwide because it never ends, always protects and forever endures--just like the mother and child relationship. On the necklace, the larger circle symbolizes the mother and the smaller circles are her children, and she can add links as her family grows," explains Foss. The Kay Jewelers Miracle Links necklaces come in white, yellow, and rose gold, sterling silver and there's also a diamond option. Go to kay.com/miraclelinks for more details.

2. Flowers that promote fair trade and best farming practices. Giving mom a beautiful bouquet is de rigeur on Mother's Day, but this year make those flowers mean even more. "Most people think of Whole Foods Market as a place that makes you look good and feel good, but it's also a wonderful spot for doing good and giving back. Their new Better Bouquet has a logo that says 'Responsibly Grown', which means that the flowers were grown on farms that protect human health and the environment. If you're going to go for roses, look for the logo that says "Whole Trade" because that ensures that the workers on the farm were treated fairly and also supports community involvement," explains Foss. The Better Bouquet retails for $29.99. And don't worry if you are a procrastinator. Whole Foods Market now works with Instacart.com, which will deliver anything you buy from WholeFoodsMarket.com to your door in under an hour. "It's unreal. Now you can shop from home and get it delivered right away," says Foss. Instacart.com is currently available in 15 markets and expanding, so check your local Whole Foods Market for more information.

3. Handmade accessories that give back to moms in Kenya. The LIFE Line is a sewing project that improves the lives of a special group of women and children in Kenya. The group is called Malaika Mums and this sustainable program provides the opportunity for these women to earn an income for their families, support an education for their children, and create products that improve the environment. "They have awesome wine totes, little change purses and beaded bracelets that any mother would love," says Foss. A lot of the proceeds go back to the women who make the accessories and their community in Kenya. To shop, visit lifelinefashion.org.

4. A luxe moisturizing lip balm that helps saves the bees. Which mom doesn't need an amazing moisturizing lip balm to keep handy in her purse? The Bee Luscious Lip Balm, a Whole Foods Market exclusive, is made with 30% bee products. Five cents of every purchase goes to Xerces Society to fund pollinator and conservation research to help save the bees.

5. A new fragrance that says "I love you." Mother's Day wouldn't be Mother's Day without a beautiful new fragrance, right? Love2Love Bluebell and White Tea Scent is the perfect pairing of delicate notes. "I love the notes of Italian bergamot, blueberry, white tea, nectarine, orange flower and sheer musk. It's appealing to every mom because it's so fresh and feminine," says Foss. The new Love2Love Bluebell and White Tea Scent retails for less than $10 and is available at mass merchandisers.

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