What Should I Get My Mother for Her 60th Birthday?

Celebrate mom's 60th in her style.

Celebrate mom's 60th birthday by showering her with gifts of love and attention. While jewelry, flowers and monogrammed luxuries are wonderful presents, gifts that involve quality time and thoughtfulness are often even more appreciated.

Lunch Surprise

Organize a surprise lunch with mom's close girlfriends and family. Make it simple and have the gathering at one of her favorite restaurants, or host a casual or elegant brunch at home.

Photos

Schedule a photo shoot that includes the entire family. Have her select her favorite photo, order it and have it framed for her. Or create a one-of-a-kind scrapbook that highlights favorite family memories such as special trips or holiday traditions.

Spa Day

Treat mom to a day at the spa. Instead of a spa gift card, book a massage, facial and pedicure for two---she gets a personal treat for her and alone time with her child as well.

Commemorative Gift

Take mom on a stroll down memory lane with a commemorative gift. Available at local and online gift stores, give mom a DVD, poster or book that offers fun facts and images from the year she was born. Or make a personal time capsule that includes replicated or authentic pop culture items from her 60 years.

References

• Great Birthday Gift Ideas: Photo Gifts for Mom
• Senior Store: Videos