Disclosure: This is a sponsored post.
Ok, so, this weekend is Mother’s Day. I know, I know, it came on so fast. We at RocklandNYMom really value our parents (grandparents, caregivers), and know how much you put into everything that you do and so first of all, please accept our greatest PRAISE, and THANK YOU! YOU GUYS ROCK!!!
That being said- I polled the Moms on our page to see what they really wanted for Mother’s Day, then went out and attempted to make it happen with some AMAZING giveaways that we are doing this week. I am NOT able to provide for everyone but we do have 5 fabulous days of fun. What do I have for you? The list of items that were most requested by Moms, and where you can find them. You’re welcome.
Surprise, surprise, Moms want to be PAMPERED. I think I can speak for most parents in general, when I say that when it comes to doing something special for ourselves, we hesitate, but today we speak specifically about moms (so Dads no offense we will get to you next month). So Moms asked for things that they should be doing for themselves (when possible) but are afraid to ask for:
- To have their nails done
This one I don’t actually have a recommendation for, there are SO many. But I would love to be able to go monthly, with no GUILT to do this, especially with the warm weather coming, pedicures are a must. - To get their hair highlighted (dyed) and cut.
I am actually giving one hair gift certificate away this week to Hair by Andrea www.hairbyandreanyack.com as well as an adorable tote, and a hair straightener.
Not only can you make an appointment to go in and see Andrea- but she has a special for new clients you may want to take advantage of for your gift $85 for a full head of highlights and a cut. She also makes house calls.
- For a Massage
I don’t have one to give away this time, but word on the street is that you can contact two FABULOUS places to book one:
Nellie Grossenbacher- Who can be reached on Facebook or text (201) 523-3907The Wholeness Center- https://www.wholenesscenterny.com/ who also has some other fantastic pampering services like facials with Carrie ElAmir (my favorite)
- A night away
Here’s something neat, Moms asked for one night away, in a hotel, even a STAYCATION. Cool idea if you ask me, send her with a friend or leave the kids with grandparents and go together. Some me/alone/couple time is ALWAYS a great idea. - Someone to professionally clean the house
I do actually have one to give away this week. Michelle of Dutchmen Cleaning who cleans my house has kindly offered to give a Momma a break and given us an all natural cleaning gift basket with a gift certificate to give away.
Not our lucky winner? That’s ok, you can call and give Mom some time off by calling (845) 742- 9592 and mention us, Michelle will give you $10 of your cleaning. - A night off of cooking
Luigi O’Gradys has just what you need to pamper mom and give her some time off, be it breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner Michelle and her staff can make anything happen (if you give them some lead time). Give them a Call: (845) 735-9110 **MUST CALL BY FRIDAY**
- Something witty
Our very first giveaway this week is from Shine Bright Co. Its an ADORABLE gift bag with some super witty gifts inside.
Have a Mom or Grandma with a FABULOUS sense of humor? Take a look and see what they’ve got! https://shinebritecompany.com/
- Professional Photos- Photos of Us
Moms are constantly taking photos, documenting EVERYTHING. But we are TOO hesitant to jump in front of the camera. Also, it seems SO frivolous to ask for professional photos, but we would LOVE them. We have a directory for that CLICK HERE. Any of these talented photographers are ready and willing to document your special family moments.
In fact, two of them have donated gift certificates to pamper Mommies this week.
Jennifer Tesker Photography-
Phone: 845-268-3846 (best is email)
Honeybee Photography NY-http://www.honeybeephotographyny.com/
(845)729-3159
- Something Home Made
Jill’s Ceramics has a wide variety or fabulous thing you can make for mom. We made hand print Vases.
We also happen to have an event on 5/18 for parents to go and be creating (there will be wine) and one on 6/9 to make Father’s Day Gifts (told you we were including you guys!) YOu can RSVP to these events by emailing Rocklandnymom@yahoo.com or checking out the Facebook events.
(845) 623-4975
180 Germonds Road
West Nyack, NY 10994-1325
- MAD MONEY
And I don’t mean cash. Know why? People give me cash or a check and then I go and do something RESPONSIBLE with it. Mad money, Mommas wanted a gift certificate to a home store, or their favorite clothing store, or jewelery store. Somewhere NOT RESPONSIBLE, but guilt free. Then, give her the child free time to go and use it- want to really make an impression? Ask her to see what she got, and then pretend you ADORE it ;o)Pick her Poison and go with it.
Does she love to DECORATE? Then we suggest- Homegoods, Or Kirklands
JEWELS more her thing? Bourghol Brothers in Congers
Living with a STYLE MAVEN (that means she likes clothes)? Macys- Lord and Taylor- Nordstrom- Runway on the Hudson- or Ann Taylor (or the Loft) will do the trick!
