Choosing a truly meaningful gift for mom, whether for Mother’s day, a birthday, or a new baby, doesn’t have to be hard. The best gifts, of course, come from the heart and will be remembered lovingly.

Making your own gift certificates is one idea. Offering your own personal services can be a particularly special gift – babysitting, cooking meals, house cleaning. Put the certificates in a fancy little jar as the keepsake.

For far too many, flowers are the common gift. Florists now offer special mother’s day arrangements or even congratulatory arrangements celebrating the birth of a new baby. These are available in an assortment of prices, so that you can be budget conscious if you wish and the vase becomes a keepsake.