What to get my boyfriend's mom for her birthday?

[Soccer Princess]

I am at a loss on what to get my boyfriend's mom for her birthday. Her birthday is in a couple of days, so ordering anything online is out. I want something not too expensive, but thoughtful. They are not drinkers and she has spent a lot of time in the hospital recently with his sister who has leukemia. Any suggestions??? Thanks!

 

[VictoriaRose]

Flowers are always appropriate!

 

[drgnfly30]

Gift Certificate for a pedicure/manicure/facial....
Some Bath & Body Works stuff....
Gift Certificate for dinner....

I'm sure that some 'pampering' right now would be appreciated...

 

[Disneymomma]

I would go the gift certificate route-maybe to a favorite store/salon, etc. (Very thoughtful of you, by the way.)

 

[Hopetobee]

How old is she? Do you know any of her likes or dislikes? I like to read, so a gift cert. from a book store would be nice, I'm allergic to most perfumes, so a gift of lotions might not work well. Ask your boyfriend if there is something she really likes, like a certain type of chocolate or something. Oh, another idea would be a gift cert. for a massage, it might help a little since she's been at the hospital alot. Or even something kinda goofy, she might need a good laugh.

 

[WDWAurora]

I know how you feel, DFi's mom is always hardest to buy for...She does like monkeys so sometimes I go that route, sometimes I do a framed picture of their whole family (like they were all together at Thanksgiving, extended family and all, so I took one of the digital pics and framed it), sometimes I do candles in scents she's mentioned....Ugh. So hard.

 

[princess pooh]

Maybe a gift basket with a relaxation theme (bathrobe, slippers, magazines, teas, etc).

I also like the spa gc idea. It sounds like she could use some pampering.

 

[mommytotwo]

A bouquet of flowers or an orchid plant.

 

[Disneycrazymom]

Is there a DVD player at the hospital? Maybe a silly girl's movie that she could share with her daughter. (Like How to Loose a Guy In 10 Days) And a certificate to order pizza. Days at a hospital can get very long and something to help them enjoy the time would be great. It is very thoughtful of you.

 

[figment52]

It could be something as simple as offering to run some errands for her or cook a couple meals so she can spend time with her daughter without dwelling on everything thing that is beings neglected.

The other option is pampering her.

 

[Soccer Princess]

My boyfriend's dad is getting her a $200 GC to a spa and salon, so that idea is out. The sad thing is, I really don't have time to cook or run errands for her. I have class 5 days a week, work 6 days a week and have sorority/other school activities as well. She is turning 47 or 48. I guess I will just a get a restaurant GC, but I really don't like to give GC's. I was also thinking maybe a Yankee Candle or some scrapbooking supplies (which she likes). ?????

 

[crz4mm2]

Mandy,
If my DS's GF gave me something (anything) for my birthday, I would be thrilled! Wouldnt' matter what it was. I have to say, receiving flowers unexpectedly is very nice What ever you give her she will love.

You are very sweet.

Cathy

 

[Disney Doll]

If she likes to scrapbook, get her a GC to a store that sells scrapbooking supplies.

 

[dvcfamily41801]

I was going to suggest a Yankee Candle, but seeing that you said she enjoys scrapbooking, why not a gift certificate to AC Moore or where she buys her supplies from.

 

[Freesia]

I was also thinking maybe a Yankee Candle or some scrapbooking supplies (which she likes). ?????

Find out which Yankee Candle she has and get a different one. I always have 3 or 4 in my house.

Check out the Floral Dept. in your local Grocery for a selection of potted plants or a bouquet of flowers.