Mother’s Day is coming soon – there will be flowers, chocolates and kind words.

That's all well and good. Who doesn't appreciate that extra bit of attention?

But how about using Mother's Day as an opportunity to take a closer look? Because the mother of your children is far more than just her role as a parent!

Do you dare to leave the run-of-the-mill bouquet at the store this year and work on genuine appreciation, even if it might be uncomfortable?

Yes? We'll help you!

Here are 20 Mother's Day gift ideas that offer real added value and inspire change.

1. Book that critically examines the image of motherhood and read together – e.g. Rethinking Motherhood
2. Subscribe to a feminist magazine and read it yourself – e.g. EMMA , Missy Magazine
3. Find a feminist podcast and listen together – e.g. Feuer & Brot , Feminisimus für Alle
4. Art or poster with empowering message as a daily reminder
   
5. Donate to an NGO that supports women’s rights – e.g. Pro Familia , Terre des Femmes
   
6. Letter or video in which you reflect on and acknowledge their performance
7. Book feminist couples counseling or a workshop – e.g. couples counseling by Carlotta Mettin
8. Create a playlist with songs by strong women and empowering lyrics
9. Organize dinner for her and her friends and cook for everyone – e.g. with FEMMETASTIC! by Marianne Pfeffer Gjengedal and Klaudia Iga Pérès
   
10. Tickets for an exhibition or feminist event
11. Membership in a women’s network for professional development – ​​e.g. BPW or DFK
12. Further education or online course on a topic that interests your wife
13. Product of women-led companies – e.g. a Hugo
14. Workshop " Back to Me " by Anna and Oskar – A space to revive old wishes and dreams
15. A contract in which you guarantee to share household tasks equally – as a real commitment to shared responsibility
16. If she has an artistic streak, create a workspace for her or buy materials she needs to bring her art to life and make it visible
17. Plan a vacation where all family tasks are shared equally and everyone can relax – perhaps in an environment that focuses on feminism or women's rights (e.g., a feminist retreat)
18. Membership in a fitness club that specifically supports women and specializes in their physical and mental health
19. Offer to share parental leave to be truly active in raising children
20. If she has a creative idea or project, support her with a crowdfunding campaign

We hope one or two of these ideas suit you!

Feel free to leave us your feedback in the comments. 👇