Mothers give so much to us and when it’s time to gift them, especially on days like Mother’s Day, it’s a real challenge. But this Mother’s Day our goal is to make sure you gift your mum a gift that genuinely makes her smile, and if possible, draw some tears of joy. That way we know we have a real winner.

In this guide, I’ll show you what makes it difficult to gift mums, what to think of when gifting your mum and five unique gifts that will actually tug on her heartstrings. Our mums are our first love, let’s show them we see them and truly appreciate them.

Why Mother’s Day Gifts Are Hard to Pick

For most Africans, our relationships with our parents and particularly our mums are peculiar. They always want the best for us and so they think more about our wellbeing even when we are trying to care of their wellbeing. Here are three common responses we get when gifting our mums

• ‍“Oh, this is too expensive, you should have spent this money on something else”: They say this with the biggest smile on their faces or tears in their eyes, completely joyful about the gift they received. But the mother in them can’t stop thinking if this will impact you negatively.‍
• “What will I use this one for?”: This is when you’ve given a gift that is non-functional but emotionally and aesthetically functional.‍
• Tears and Prayers: This is when you’ve rendered them completely speechless. They have a lot to say but the tears of joy are just too much, and they start shouting and screaming, “God will bless you.”

How To Choose the Right Mother’s Day Gift

When you’re buying gifts for your mum, here are some factors to consider. This section is quite important so that if any of the gifts we recommend are out of your budget, you will still be able to get her something great.

1. ‍Consider Her Needs and Daily Life: What are hobbies? What does she like doing? Side note: Does she love cooking or is she just the one always cooking? Consider that before thinking she would love a kitchen gift. If she takes walks, would she love ear buds to listen to music with? Or does she need a pet as a companion now that her older kids have left the house?
2. Make it Personal: The best gifts are unique to the recipient. Perhaps, a fabric with her face or the family printed on it. Sometimes it could be a photo-album with memories of her, her friends’ and family. What makes gifts like these special is that it will only be meaningful to her and it makes it more special.‍
3. Their Hints: Your mum has stylishly shared something she may want or need with you, we hope you were paying attention. If she always complains about back pain and you change her couch or get her a spa date, you will make her genuinely happy.‍
4. Her Personality: Is your mum playful? Is she a soft life princess? Does she like going out and experiencing things? Essentially, her personality will tell you the type of things that appeal to her. The flip side is, there are some experiences you could take her to, that will be very different from her personality and be more rewarding when she experiences it for the first time.

Five Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day

Now that you know how to plan out thoughtful gifts, here are 5 gift ideas you should really consider this Mother’s Day

1. ‍A homemade meal + a surprise: Starting off the list with one of the cheapest options. Sometimes all we need to celebrate someone is a special homecooked meal and a little surprise for them. They come home expecting a normal evening, but you give them something truly special instead.‍
2. A Spa Experience: Yes, let’s get your mum out of the house. One thing every Nigerian mum needs and wants is rest. So let her have a day at the spa and you can round it off with a solo night out at a fancy restaurant. You can double the fun and do it with a close friend of hers. This way the two families can celebrate both mums.‍
3. A staycation or vacation: Imagine this, your mum spends three days all to herself at a resort or hotel. Now this might be pricey, but it’s absolutely worth it. She would tell all her friends, if she uses social media she will tell everyone. She will make everyone know that she has the best children and they really celebrated her on Mother’s Day with a unique gift. And even if you can’t give her this gift this Mother’s Day, it’s also a great birthday or wedding anniversary gift.‍
4. A photoshoot: Who doesn’t like to get glammed up for photos? The whole idea here is to treat her to a day of pampering. Makeup artist: check. New clothes: check. Hair and nails: check. Studio session: check and check. This gift is all about making memories, so make sure to take pictures and videos of the entire process.‍
5. Gift A Yield: This gift is a way to go the extra mile, especially if money is a big talking point in your family. Gift A Yield is simply a way to give your mum an investment plan. This one earns up to 21% per annum and it’s simply a way of showing appreciation for all her investments in your future. You can even attach a note with it that says so.

How to Gift a Yield.

Here’s how to Gift a Yield on the Credit Direct App.  

PS: You can send a gift to anyone you know whether they’re signed up on the app or not.  

1. Log In: Log in to the Credit Direct App.  

2. Select Gift Yield: From the Yield Section of the app, you’ll find the Gift Yield icon.  

3. Click Gift a Plan: Click the Gift a Plan button to continue

4. Input Recipient’s Details: Enter the BVN-registered phone number of the recipient and their email, plus, their first name and last name. Confirm the details to ensure accuracy.

5. Name & Fund Your Plan: Provide a name for the plan and enter the amount (minimum ₦50,000).

6. Choose Duration & View Returns: Use the dropdown to select the duration of the plan. You can add a note for that extra personal touch but this is optional. These are the returns depending on the plan’s duration.  

1 month = 16% p.a

2 months = 17% p.a

3-5 months = 18% p.a

6-8 months = 19% p.a

9-11 months = 20% p.a

12 months = 21% p.a

7. Security Question: Input the security question that the recipient can use when redeeming the plan. Whoever you're gifting only needs this security answer when they're not an existing user on the app.

8. Fund The Plan: Now you can fund the plan from your Credit Direct Wallet.

You have one goal this Mother’s Day, make it unforgettable for your mum. Let her shout, cry, and laugh about how wonderful you made her feel. So download the Credit Direct App today, to gift her a gift that always grows.