Mother’s Day is a time to honor the heart of the home—the mom who gives tirelessly, loves unconditionally, and nurtures endlessly. While it’s common to celebrate with flowers, brunch, and cards, this year, let’s take it a step further. Let’s make it about restoration, reflection, and rejuvenation for moms everywhere.
Whether you're a mom yourself or you're looking to help the moms in your life feel truly cherished, this is the perfect opportunity to embrace natural self-care practices that offer physical, emotional, and spiritual support. With the help of doTERRA essential oils and a few mindful lifestyle practices, Mother’s Day can be more than a celebration—it can be a healing experience.
HISTORY OF MOTHER’S DAY
Before we dive into the gifts and self-care rituals, it’s worth taking a moment to understand the origins of Mother’s Day. The modern holiday was founded by Anna Jarvis in the early 1900s to honor her own mother’s sacrifices and to promote appreciation for all mothers. Jarvis envisioned a day for personal reflection, gratitude, and meaningful connection—not commercial fanfare.
Ironically, as the holiday grew more commercialized, Jarvis spent the later part of her life trying to return it to its more heartfelt roots. In that spirit, let’s reclaim Mother’s Day as a sacred time for moms to slow down, nourish themselves, and feel deeply seen.
SELF-CARE FOR THE SOUL
Create a Morning Ritual with Aromatic Grounding
Start the day with a few moments of solitude before the house wakes up. Diffuse doTERRA Balance or Frankincense while journaling or stretching. These grounding oils can help center emotions and set the tone for a peaceful day.
DIY Grounding Diffuser Blend:
2 drops doTERRA Balance
2 drops Frankincense
2 drops Wild Orange
Indulge in a Rejuvenating Bath
A warm bath is one of the simplest yet most powerful ways to unwind. Adding essential oils and Epsom salts can transform it into a full-body experience of renewal.
DIY Mother’s Day Bath Soak:
½ c Epsom salts
¼ c baking soda
5 drops Lavender
3 drops Ylang Ylang
2 drops Geranium
Mix together and add to a warm bath. Bring in some soft glow with battery operated candles, play calming music, and soak in the stillness.
NOURISH WITH NATURE
Start the day with a nourishing herbal tea like chamomile, lemon balm, or raspberry leaf. Pair it with a nutrient-rich smoothie or whole food breakfast. Add a drop of Lemon essential oil to your water for gentle detoxification and mental clarity.
Morning Energy Boost Blend:
1 c water
1 drop Lemon essential oil
1 drop Peppermint essential oil
slice of fresh ginger (optional)
Drink first thing in the morning for a natural pick-me-up.
HONOR THE BODY
Movement is medicine, especially when done mindfully. Encourage moms to take a walk in nature, join a restorative yoga class, or stretch with intention (or better yet get her a gift card for an
AromaStretch session – one of my services where I incorporate essential oils and light massage into an assisted stretch experience). This is another beautiful way to release physical and emotional tension, while being pampered.
EVENING RITUAL
End the day with calming practices that invite rest. Diffuse doTERRA Serenity or Adaptiv, apply essential oils to the soles of the feet, and/or spend a few moments in quiet reflection.
DIY Sleepy Time Foot Balm:
2 tbsp shea butter or coconut oil
5 drops Lavender
3 drops Cedarwood
2 drops Roman Chamomile
Mix and store in a small jar. Massage into feet before bed for a grounding, sleep-inducing ritual.
GIFT IDEAS
Gifts don’t have to be extravagant to feel luxurious. Here are a few heartfelt ideas that any mom would treasure:
Personalized Essential Oil Blends
Create a roller bottle blend that supports her emotional needs—calm, focus, confidence, or joy.
DIY Uplift Roller Blend:
10 mL roller bottle
5 drops Citrus Bliss
3 drops Bergamot
2 drops Frankincense
Fractionated Coconut Oil (or carrier oil of choice)
Fill 10mL with essential oils then top with fractionated coconut oil or carrier oil of choice. Label it with love and encourage her to use it daily.
Holistic Self-Care Basket
Include:
A few favorite essential oils
Herbal tea
Beeswax candle
Journal
Handcrafted bath soak or sugar scrub
Soft eye mask or neck wrap
Guided Gratitude Journal
Pair a beautiful journal with a calming oil like Console or Peace and prompt her to write down at least one things she’s grateful for every day. You can get
The Self-Care Method® for a done-for-you, simple journal to get things started.
Gift of Time & Space
Give her a break. Offer to watch the kids, schedule a cleaning service, or book her a massage (or an AromaTouch session). True self-care often starts with time.
Mother’s Day is not just about celebrating what moms do. It’s about cherishing who they are. It’s an invitation to slow down, nourish the spirit, and reconnect with what truly matters. By embracing holistic self-care and gifting with intention, we can help moms everywhere feel honored, restored, and deeply appreciated.
Because every mom deserves more than a moment - she deserves a movement of care.
xoDanette