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Mother's Day gifts for every mom on your list!

A fun way to support local businesses

By Giselle Wisdom Davey, Publisher of Macaroni Kid Springfield April 23, 2023

Mother's Day is right around the corner - Sunday, May 14th. It's not too early to start looking for something special for the moms on your list. 


For the mom who just needs a little pick-me-up 

Pan'e Dolcetti - Wilbraham, MA

Delicious pastries, hot & cold drinks, fantastic sandwiches and salads. I love popping in when out running errands to grab a [straight out of the oven] chocolate banana muffin or a toasted egg and provolone sandwich (the cheese pull - yum!). Think of the mom who needs a little time out from the hustle and bustle of daily life. (They also sell beautiful tea & mug sets). Vegan options available.


For the mom with a sweet tooth

La Fiorentina - Springfield, MA

Mouth-watering pastries, cookies & cakes. We love to pick up a platter of cookies every now and then for a sweet treat!


Hot Oven Cookies - Springfield, MA

Coquito snickerdoodle, guava cheesecake, dark chocolate sea salt chip and more! Inventive cookies sure to make anyone happy! Vegan options available.


For the romantic mom

Sixteen Acres Garden Center - Springfield, MA

How about a beautiful rose bush instead of a bouquet of flowers?


The Flower Box - Springfield, MA

Stunning arrangements for a mom who doesn't want another thing to keep alive   Something for her to enjoy, but no long commitment tending to a plant.


For the mom with high energy kids (me!)

Sensory SpOT - Wilbraham, MA

Pediatric occupational therapy options with open gym days. My favorite: my kids getting their energy OUT! Check out their awesome vacation week specials.


Bounce! - Springfield, MA

Less than $20 for a Bounce! pass for 2 kids (Wingman Wednesdays!). My kids love going to Bounce and I love a quiet evening as they quickly drift off to sleep after having jumped ALL their energy out.


FunHub Action Park - S. Hadley, MA

Interskate 91 - Wilbraham, MA

Check out their awesome vacation week & summer specials!


For the mom who could use a little break, but gets immediate guilt 

Meraki Children's Center - Wilbraham, MA

Art & creative exploration for the kids, a break to myself! Check out their awesome vacation week specials.


For the mom who could use a night off from cooking dinner

Ziggy's Jerk Center - Springfield, MA

My kids love Ziggy's! Grilled, smoked jerk chicken, rice, slaw - delicious! I love not having to cook for a change!


Frigo's - Springfield, MA 

Hot & cold sandwiches, salads and gift package meals


For the mom who could use a little pampering

InnerGlow Skin Studio - Wilbraham, MA

Top of the line skin care in a gorgeous studio! Start with the state-of-the-art facial analysis and let Mary take your skin care to the next level! Read my review here. I had a fantastic experience. My skin has improved dramatically!


For the whole family - brunch!

Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place - Springfield, MA

Delicious brunch for the whole family! Tickets are selling fast - make sure to book your table today! Call (413) 263-2117 to book your tickets.