Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and if there’s ever been a year to spoil Mum (or your top-tier mother figure), this is the one. After all, the past few years have taught us exactly how much all those little (and sometimes big) things Mum does really mean.
Gone are the days of last-minute café bookings and generic bath bomb gift sets (we love a bath, but come on). This year? It’s all about meaningful moments, personal touches, and unforgettable experiences. Whether your mum’s all about self-care, quality time, or just good ol’ fashioned pampering, there’s no shortage of stylish ways to make her feel like the legend she is.
Here’s your cheeky guide to the best things to do for Mother’s Day this year — from luxe in-home massages and spa days to some creative twists on the usual ideas. Ready to make Mum’s day as iconic as she is?
1. Create a Blissful In-Home Spa Experience
One of the most luxurious gifts you can give Mum? A day of pure relaxation — without her even needing to leave the house. If Mum even thinks about leaving the house today, we’ve failed. This year, bring the spa to her — robe, slippers, blissed-out smile and all — without her needing to even put on makeup they’ll probably wash off anyway.
With Blys, you can book professional therapists and beauty experts to come straight to Mum’s door (or hotel room if she’s having a mini staycation). Think of it as a five-star spa, just without the typical spa hiccups; no traffic, no waiting rooms, no fake bamboo water fountains tinkling in the background. Just proper, professional relaxation.
✨ Top picks to spoil Mum rotten:
- A Swedish relaxation massage that’ll have her floating into next week.
- A deep tissue massage to sort out that ‘lifting-everyone’s-problems’ back.
- A glow-up facial — because Mum deserves to shine, and not just from sweating all over.
- A mani-pedi so slick she’ll be flashing her hands every chance she gets.
- Hair and makeup that’ll make her feel red-carpet ready (even if it’s just to walk to the kitchen or the bedroom).
Want to score extra brownie points? Stack her treatments into a customised Pamper Package. (Trust us — no one’s ever complained about too much pampering.) Pro tip: Book in advance! Mother’s Day weekends fill up fast, and Blys therapists are some of the best in the business.
2. Serve Up a Brunch Fit For a Queen (No, Instant Coffee Doesn’t Count)
Combine a morning spa session with a beautiful home brunch to create the ultimate day of indulgence. Step one: Mum is not to lift a single finger. Step two: Deliver her the brunch of her dreams. Step three: Watch her bask in the glory she rightfully deserves.
Think boujee, not basic:
- Flaky pastries so good they might cause a family feud. A charcuterie board of pastries and funnel cakes would do the trick.
- Avo-toasts with avocados smashed harder than your 2012 Nokia. Skip the Vegemite on this one, please.
- Fresh berries sprinkled artfully (read: TikTok-worthy).
- Proper coffee. None of that instant jar stuff, we’re better than that.
- Fresh blooms in soft pastel tones.
- Signature drinks — sparkling water with mint and lemon, or maybe even a cheeky mimosa bar.
- Soft background music — an acoustic playlist or jazz classics set the perfect mood.
Set up outside if the weather allows — a backyard brunch with sunshine and fresh air feels like a real event, even if you’re just steps from the kitchen.
Need an extra special touch? Personalise a handwritten menu or name cards for each family member attending. Small details = big impact.
3. Book a Boutique Hotel Staycation
Sometimes a change of scenery is all it takes to turn an ordinary day into an extraordinary one. Mum just needs a break from looking at the same four walls, especially if those walls have seen years of snack negotiations and sock-collecting missions.
Enter: the ultimate staycation.
If your mum loves a little adventure, think one or two nights at a boujee boutique hotel or a breezy coastal escape — no passports, no packing stress, just plush robes, fluffy pillows and that “ahh” feeling of not being in charge for once.
Most places roll out the red carpet with Mother’s Day perks like breakfast in bed, free bubbly, and spa access. But wanna really blow her socks off (preferably post-pedi)? Bring the spa to her.
Yep — Blys comes straight to Mum’s hotel room.
No trekking through lobby mazes, no mystery elevators to the spa wing — just massages, facials, mani-pedis and beauty magic delivered with zero effort on her end. She can stay horizontal the entire time.
This is the perfect gift for Mums who love luxury, hate fuss, and deserve to feel like she’s starring in her own Netflix rom-com.
4. Curate a Luxe DIY Spa Gift Basket
Can’t spend the whole day with Mum? Or just want her to keep riding the relaxation train long after Mother’s Day? Time to whip up a spa basket so good it’ll make Gwyneth Paltrow jealous.
Here’s what to chuck in:
- A fancy candle (think bougie scents like peony, vanilla bean, or “smells like a weekend getaway”)
- Plush slippers or a robe so soft it could start fights among siblings
- Hand-poured bath salts and essential oils to turn her bathroom into a 5-star day spa.
- A silky sleep mask because beauty sleep is serious business.
- A bottle of her favourite wine or a tea set that’s basically an invite to zen-mode.
- And the pièce de résistance: a gift card in her inbox for a Blys in-home massage or facial (aka the gift of pure, unbothered bliss)
Pro tip: Pack it all into a cute rattan or linen basket, tie it with a big floppy bow, and get ready for the “OMG you’re my favourite” text.
It’s luxe, it’s practical, and it keeps the pampering party going long after the last mimosa’s been poured. And do we even have to mention you’ll secretly be mum’s favourite? 🥂
5. Organise a Private Yoga or Meditation Session
If your mum’s idea of a good time involves less mimosas and more mindfulness, ditch the day spa and bring the zen to her.
Think: a private in-home aromatherapy session, hot stone massage, or even a cupping massage session — no packed spas, no awkward talks with the therapist. Just pure, peaceful vibes curated especially for Mum. With Blys, you can line up a professional massage therapist who’ll come straight to her living room (or backyard, or hotel suite… she’s the boss). All she has to do is show up in comfy clothes and let out a sigh of relief.
Want to really go for gold?
Set up a DIY smoothie bar and a healthy brunch spread post-session. We’re talking acai bowls, green juices, full English breakfasts — the works. ✨
Mums who love self-care with a side of serenity will absolutely adore this.
6. Go Old-School With a Movie and Pamper Night
Sometimes, all Mum (or Dad) wants is a night in — but that doesn’t mean it can’t feel like a five-star event.
Here’s how to roll out the red carpet at home:
- Line up their all-time favourite movies (bonus points if you throw in a few cheesy Mother’s Day classics — we’re talking Mamma Mia, Mrs. Doubtfire, or even a cheeky Marvel marathon if that’s more their style).
- Create a snack spread worthy of a standing ovation: truffle popcorn, fancy cheese boards, chocolate-covered strawberries, and maybe a sneaky bottle of prosecco on ice.
- Book an evening in-home Blys massage to kick things off. Trust us — nothing says “you’re the MVP” like a full-body massage before the movie magic starts.
- Turn the living room into a DIY cinema: fairy lights, plush throws, cushions everywhere. Go full Pinterest if you must — they’ve earned it.
Whether it’s your mum, dad, nan, aunty, or any legend who stepped into those mum-shoes, this cozy, pampered night-in is an effortless but unforgettable way to say, “You’re bloody amazing.”
7. Gift Her a Day Off (From Everything)
This one’s simple but powerful: today, Mum (or your awesome mother figure) does absolutely NOTHING.
No dishes. No laundry. No “Muuuum, where’s my socks?!” emergencies. Today, they are officially off duty — and the rest of you are stepping up.
Set up a roster. Hand out chores like Oprah hands out cars: “You get the vacuum! You get the groceries! You get the dog poop duty!” Everyone’s got a job, and Mum’s job? Lounge like a queen (or king) — ideally mid-facial, post-massage, and sipping a hot tea someone else brewed for once.
Your mission? Run the household like the mini army they raised you to be. Bonus points if you light a candle, pop a face mask on them, and remind them hourly that they’re a deadset legend.
Why In-Home Pampering is the Future of Mother’s Day Gifting
Let’s be honest: convenience and luxury are basically the new gold standard these days.
And what’s more luxe than having professional beauty and wellness experts rock up to your door, ready to transform your place into a full-blown day spa? No parking dramas, no rushing around, no cramming into crowded waiting rooms — just pure, uninterrupted bliss tailored to what Mum really wants and needs.
Whether she’s kicking back at home or off on a cheeky weekend getaway, Blys therapists meet her wherever she is. 👏
Like we’ve mentioned before, you can choose from a range of indulgent services like:
- In-home massages (from relaxation to deep tissue and remedial)
- Facials and skincare treatments
- Mobile beauty services (mani-pedis, hair, makeup — you name it)
- Customised pamper packages that’ll have her floating on cloud nine.
It’s Mother’s Day, but upgraded — and way more fabulous.
Ready to Give Mum the Gift of Pure Bliss?
So, are you ready to give Mum (or your fave mother figure) the ultimate day of relaxation and self-care? Because let’s face it, there’s no better way to say “thank you” than treating her like the queen she is.
Whether you go all-in with an at-home spa day, surprise her with a chic boutique hotel staycation, or create an at-home pamper night that’ll have her feeling like Beyoncé, just remember: the key is simple — make her feel valued, loved, and totally spoiled.
Book a Blys experience today or get her a Blys gift card, and let’s make this Mother’s Day one she’ll never forget. 🌸✨
