Mother's Day: the real gifts to give

Mother's Day is approaching. Instead of patiently waiting for your gift and bracing yourself for potential disappointment (wow, a pasta necklace?), we've put together our dream wishlist. Share it freely with whoever needs to see it! In May, we do as we please. Especially since it's Mother's Day month! To give your partner some ideas (hehe), our team has put together the ultimate list to pass on. Ideas to TRULY treat yourself. Because remember: nobody knows what you want better than you do.
Fête des mères : les vrais cadeaux à faire

1 - 12 hours of sleep

Let's be honest, sleep takes quite a hit when a baby arrives. Who hasn't dreamed of finding an off button to sleep 12 hours straight? For Mother's Day, order a night with no wake-ups from 9 pm to 9 am.

Our suggestion: a throw by Le Petit Lucas du Tertre or bedding by La Cerise sur le Gâteau for sweet dreams in organic cotton.


2 - Vouchers for free time

As much as we adore our children, we also need time just for ourselves. A Netflix evening, an afternoon of reading, a solo morning… This little break is like a tactical recharge to better enjoy being with them afterwards.

3 - A weekend away with the girls

Just as nobody works on Labour Day, we'd love to have a child-free Mother's Day. On the agenda: a spa and a glass of champagne with a group of girlfriends, for a whole weekend. Works just as well with a loved one.

4 - A pre-Mother's Day celebration

Is little one still cosy in your belly? No problem. Some women feel like a mother from the moment the pregnancy test turns positive. Celebrate your new status whenever you feel like it.

Our suggestion: a maternity garment by Jolibump, to wear before, during and after those 9 months.

5 - Breakfast in bed

Provided you look like you're in an advertisement. With toddlers jumping everywhere laughing, sandwiches that leave no crumbs (because those scratch) and coffee that never spills. The kids would bring you a bouquet of flowers and a gorgeous piece of jewellery. After all, you did sacrifice your pelvic floor for them!

Our suggestion: a ring by Thea Jewelry to sip your tea with unshakeable elegance.

6 - A breastfeeding ally

If you're breastfeeding, you know the struggle of clothes that are neither pretty nor practical and that you never want to see again once those months are over. The solution to these problems now has a name: Tajine Banane. Whether you're breastfeeding or not, add their timeless pieces or seasonal items to your list.

7 - A beautiful design object

Because you've lovingly crafted the décor of your home and it's unthinkable that some ugly plastic thing would ruin it all, even with the arrival of a baby.

Our suggestion: the LEVO bouncer by Charlie Crane, which will delight mum, dad and baby. Three in one. What more could you ask for?

8 - A skin-to-skin band

A skin-to-skin band for soaking up cuddles from the very first days, then a baby carrier to stay close for as long as possible. You'll look back on it with nostalgia on the day they turn 16.


Our suggestion: a skin-to-skin band by Studio Roméo.

9 - A private chef

Because you're fed up with racking your brain three times a day. Pierre Gagnaire is unavailable? No problem! Fall back on Popote, more accessible and small enough to fit in a handbag (unlike Pierre). The ideal companion for whipping up culinary wonders in no time.

10 - A personalised piece of jewellery with their name

près tout, ça arrive d'oublier le prénom de son enfant, non ? Ok pas vraiment… Mais parce que c'est la plus belle chose (et parfois la plus difficile) que vous ayez jamais faite, ça vaut le coup d'écrire son doux prénom ou tout autre mot qui vous rappelle cette force insoupçonnée qu'est la maternité sur une bague ou un bracelet #forever #mum #love. (Variante: un tatouage).

 

Our suggestion: jewellery by Atelier Paulin.

11 - A photo session

Like many parents, you'd sometimes love to hit pause so your children don't grow up too fast. Bad news: that feature doesn't exist. Good news: photos are a very effective plan B. So add it to your list: a family photo session with a photographer who knows how to capture those moments and turn them into eternal memories.

Our suggestion: trust the sublime Bertille Pics.

Do you have other ideas? Share your suggestions on Charlie Crane's Instagram account! #wishlist

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