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    What can I do for my mom if I don't have a lot of time?
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    Try making your mom a tasty breakfast, such as coffee and waffles (they can be the frozen kind you put into a toaster; just top them with strawberries and whipped cream). You can also offer to help your mom do some chores that don't take a lot of time, such as putting away the dishes or folding the laundry. Lastly, you can make your mom a beautiful, homemade birthday card.
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    How can I make my mom happy on a regular basis?
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    Consider her feelings in all things. Help around the house when you can. And tell her how much you love and appreciate her on a daily basis.
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    What if I have to go to school?
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    Make your gift or ideas the night before. After you get home from school, give your gifts to your mother, and tell her "Happy Birthday." You can also ask her if she wants to celebrate her birthday over the weekend, when both of you have more time and are feeling relaxed.
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    How can a child treat his mother on her birthday?
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    The child could always make his mother a card and prepare breakfast in bed for her. The breakfast can be simple, such as some fruit, toast with jam, and juice or coffee. He could also ask his father or older sibling for help.
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    What is the best gift to give my mother on her birthday?
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    Give her something that is thoughtful or homemade. For example, you could give her something that she needs for her hobbies (ie: new fabric scissors if she likes to sew). You could also give her a gift that you made, such as a bag, a scarf, a painted mug or flower pot, a frame, etc.
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    What do I do when my mom is extremely sad?
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    Ask her what's up and tell her you're a good listener. Comfort her, give her a big hug and spend time with her. She'll appreciate you kindness and care.
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    What else should I do?
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    You should make her something. She'll love it, no matter what it is, because it came from your own hands and heart. A kiss and hug works too.
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    What can I do to make my mom happy on her birthday?
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    Be nice to her, go out of your way to do something special, like making breakfast in bed, and tell her how much she means to you.
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    What should I get my mom for her birthday?
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    Think of things she enjoys and take it from there. For example, if she likes gardening, get her a new pair of gloves or some pretty pots. If she loves to read, get her a new bestseller or make her a lovely bookmark.
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    What gifts could I give my mother besides flowers and breakfast in bed?
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    Do the chores she would have to do during the day, like laundry or washing dishes or preparing meals. Give her a gift card to her favorite restaurant. Write her a letter telling her all the things you appreciate about her.
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    What if my mum is at work?
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    Wait until after work to wish her a happy birthday.
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    What if I like to sleep and I couldn't prepare a breakfast?
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    Set an alarm for the specific time you need to get up to make breakfast. You could make the effort just on this one day. But if not, there's plenty of other things you can do! There's no need to do every single thing in the article - just do what works for you.
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    How can I help my mother feel more comfortable when she tries new things?
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    Just go with the " life's too short to not try new things" attitude anytime she complains about change. Tell her that change is good for everyone, no matter what age, and that you're willing to give it a go too. In fact, you can do the new thing together, team bonding like.
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    What if my mum doesn't let me comfort her and talk to her much?
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    If you're mom does not love conversation, express your consideration by doing activities in honor of her birthday that don't involve much talking, like going to the movies. Take a step back and let her dictate the topics and flow of the conversation.
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    What if I can't make breakfast for my mom alone?
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    Maybe try to do something else for her birthday like make a card or some other small crafts to give her as a gift. You can blow up balloons and put streamers up to decorate as well.
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    What to do if my mom does not want to celebrate her birthday?
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    Show you care in some other way, like giving her a present or taking care of some work for her. Even if she doesn't want a party, you can still acknowledge that you care in other ways that don't involve making a big deal about it being her birthday.
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    What if I have no arrangements for a cake?
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    Simply go to any grocery store or bakery that carries cakes; most have pre-made birthday cakes (or can quickly decorate and personalize a generic one).
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    What can I make her that is handmade?
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    You can paint her a picture on canvas, make a card, or make a scarf (if you know how to knit). Even if your handmade present is not perfect, she'll appreciate your trying.
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    What if I have to go to school on her birthday?
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    You could get up early to make her breakfast in bed with a homemade card you made earlier. You can also just celebrate after school or on the closest weekend.
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    My mom is upset, as none of her friends are coming for her birthday. How can I make her day special? I don't know how to cook and she doesn't drink tea and coffee, and I also have to go to school.
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    Can you and your mother go out for dinner on her birthday together? If so, she won't be alone. You could also make her a card and write inside about how much you love her.
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    What if i have no money to suprise her?
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    You can surprise her with something that does not cost money. For example, you can make her a card or a project with things that you find around the house, or you can clean the house for her/offer to help her out with chores. You can try cooking her a meal with food that is already at the house, as well.
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    What would I do if I don't have money?
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    Make her a handmade birthday card, or breakfast in bed, or even a homemade birthday cake. Make sure to be on your best behavior and don't forget to wish her a Happy Birthday.
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    What should I do if my mom comes home angry on her birthday?
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    You could try to help her calm down by getting her something to drink and spending time with her. If you have a card or gift for her, you could give it to her to cheer her up.
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    How do I make my mum feel better after a really bad day on her birthday?
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    Tell her it's a new day tomorrow and you can start all over again like nothing bad ever happened. In fact, suggest that you celebrate her birthday properly the day after or on a day when she feels better. Make up for all the things that didn't go right on her actual birthday and cheer her up by helping her to see that things will get better.
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    My mom told me that she doesn't want anything for her birthday. I still want to get her something, but I'm not sure what to get her. Any ideas?
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    You could make or buy a photo frame and put a picture of yourself in it that you know she likes. Giving your mum a break is something she would probably appreciate, so make a meal for your family or do a chore your mum usually does as a gift for her. Talk to your mum on her birthday - tell her you want to hear about things she did for her mum (your grandmother) for her birthday.
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    What should I do if she has work?
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    You should bake her something, or make her a homemade card/craft. You can surprise her at work depending on where she works, or when she gets home you can celebrate together.
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    What can I do if I'm still a young girl? And what if my mom is sad or had an argument?
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    If you are young, try making your mom something! Mothers love things that come from the heart. If she is sad from an argument, talk to her! Be her shoulder to lean on and let her know you are there for her.
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    What if I am away for her party?
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    Apologize, and make a point of celebrating with her some other way, like going on a special outing or arranging to make dinner for her one night.
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    What are some good ideas for gift cards on mother's day?
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    It's always nice to get her a certificate to her favorite shop or restaurant. If you think she could use some R&R, consider getting her a gift card to a spa, salon, or massage therapy center. If you're at a loss as to what she might like, get a gift card to a big retailer or sales platform that offers multiple types of products, like Amazon or eBay or Etsy.
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    My mom and I are gluten intolerant, which means we can't have a cake. What else can we have instead of a cake?
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    Actually, you can have cake! There are plenty of cake recipes that do not contain gluten. Just Google "gluten-free cake recipes" and find one you'd like to try!
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