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Mother's Day Gifts that Give Back

This year, Mother’s Day falls on May 11, 2025. The day is an opportunity to celebrate mothers, mother figures and caregivers by giving them the recognition, appreciation and respect they so deserve. Save the Children knows that when mothers are healthy, their children are more likely to survive and thrive. That’s why we support programs that promote the well-being of mothers, including maternal health.

Mother's Day Donation Gift Ideas

Honor the maternal figure in your life with a Mother's Day donation in her name.
Join us in celebrating Mother's Day with a gift that truly makes a difference – gift boxes from Save the Children. With each gift box you give, you’ll be helping children around the world stay healthy, educated and safe – while spreading the word about the work we do in 100+ countries.
Your gift can help fill refugee basics bags with essentials like soap, diapers and women’s hygiene products for those refugee mothers who have lost everything.
A basket brimming with nutritious and delicious items like pasta, beans, vegetables, oil and breads eliminates urgent hunger for mothers and their families.
This Mother's Day, you can help children realize their dreams by providing books, learning materials and access to education.

The Essential Role of Mothers

Mothers who are healthy have healthier children and more prosperous families, and societies with well-nourished populations are more productive, economically viable and secure. Save the Children is committed to improving the lives of women and mothers in hopes that they'll be able to have healthy pregnancies and healthy families.

This is supported by our worldwide presence and ability to work at the community level by engaging community members and stakeholders to develop local capacity to make childbirth and motherhood safer. Save the Children’s Maternal Health programs are designed to promote healthy behaviors and practices at the household and community levels together with improved quality of services at health facilities.

Celebrating Mothers Everywhere: Prioritize Your Well-Being

Mothers can often put themselves behind everyone else, but the truth is moms need to prioritize themselves just like everybody else. Self-care is not only benefits mothers but also their children and families. Some tips to practice self-care include: 

  • Take Breaks
    It’s essential to take regular breaks throughout the day to recharge and rest.
  • Practice Mindfulness
    Mindfulness is a technique that can help reduce stress and improve overall well-being.
  • Connect With Others
    Make time to connect with friends and family, whether it’s through phone calls, text messages, or in-person visits.
  • Recite Positive Affirmations
    Positive affirmations help increase self-awareness and create a more positive mindset.    
  • Get Enough Sleep
    Sleep is essential for good mental health and well-being. Ensure you’re getting enough sleep each night by establishing a bedtime routine and sticking to it.
  • Engage in Physical Activity
    Physical activity is a great way to reduce stress and boost overall well-being. Whether it’s going for a walk, doing yoga, or taking a fitness class, find an activity you enjoy and make it a part of your routine.
  • Seek Help
    If you’re struggling, don’t be afraid to seek help.