Make Mother’s Day magic for the woman who does it all with my 5 steps to success (we’ve got your Mother’s Day sorted )

She spent every waking moment—because, let’s be honest, there were more of those than sleeping ones—nurturing, teaching, loving, and holding it all together. She changed her life, her body, and her priorities, dedicating herself to being the best mum she could be. And now it’s Mother’s Day.

It’s your turn.

Not just to hand over a gift card or a bouquet (though those are nice, too), but to create the kind of day that says: I see you. I appreciate you. You are loved. And what better way to celebrate than with something heartfelt, unique, stylish yet simple, and no effort need from her—a Mother’s Day picnic.

I’ve got you covered!

The plan: keep it thoughtful, keep it easy

A perfect picnic isn’t about extravagance. It’s about intention. The little things that make mum feel valued. Here’s how to make it happen:

1. Get the kids involved

You’re the one with the job and the money and the capability to organise a Mother’s Day celebration. But this is from the kids, you’re just the event planner, so get them involved. Let them help pick what food she would like, what location to choose, what flowers will be the centrepiece. You need to gently guide them so that the picnic doesn’t end up being at mum’s work, ‘because she likes going to work dad’. But they know more about the most important woman in the world than you might think. And she’ll love it more because it’s uniquely weird, because kids don’t care about the top ten picnic styles for 2025.

2. The location: let nature do the work

Choose a quiet spot under the sprawling branches of a shady tree. Maybe it’s the Fitzroy Gardens, a hidden park in your neighbourhood, or even your own backyard transformed with a picnic blanket and cushions. The setting should feel calm and inviting—no distractions, no to-do lists, just fresh air and time together. I’ll help you work out where the best spot will be.

3. The food: thoughtful, not complicated

This isn’t the time for cucumber sandwiches if she doesn’t like cucumber. If you want a high tea theme, I can make that happen without a cucumber in sight. Instead, think of the foods she loves most. Fresh croissants from her favourite bakery, a spread of seasonal fruits, cheese, and maybe prosecco, mimosas or both! A simple but thoughtful spread says I put effort into this, because you deserve it.

4. The experience: slow down, be present

This is the hardest part for some dads—putting the phone away, slowing down, and just being in the moment. Mother’s Day isn’t about grand gestures; it’s about the quiet moments of connection. Let the kids bring her handmade cards, share a story about what they love most about their mum, or snuggle up under a tree with a book she adores. If there isn’t a playground close by, I’ll make sure there are lawn games or some other activity to keep the kids entertained so that mum can relax.

5. The Comfort: Details That Matter

She’s always thinking of everyone else’s needs—this is your chance to think of hers. Actually, I’ll do the thinking for you. I’ll bring a cozy throw in case there’s a breeze, pack her favourite coffee or tea in a thermos so it stays hot, set up some cushions or a comfy chair to snuggle up with the kids . Every little touch reminds her that she’s loved, that she’s seen, and that today, she doesn’t have to be the one planning everything.

Make Magic, Take the Credit

At the end of the day, this isn’t just about celebrating one singular day—it’s about showing her that all the things she does, the mental load she carries, the love she pours into your family, doesn’t go unnoticed. I’ll help you with the list of questions to ask the kids, I’ll have some thoughtful suggestions of my own, and I’ll co-ordinate all of the event details, including set up the picnic, and pack away everything at the end.

Here’s what you need to do:

• Get the kids involved. Not just in the decisions for the picnic, but get them to make a card, or something else special. Ask them what they want to do for mum.
• Pack anything else the kids might need such as the nappy bag or their favourite toy.
• Bring along the personal touches that I can’t do. Things like a favourite book, or a game the family loves.
• Call me so I can get started making the magic