In our world, it’s never too early to start thinking about Mother’s Day preparations. After all, the most important woman (or women) in our lives deserve all the effort in the world when it comes to their oh-so-special day. This year, we’re all about large family gatherings. With COVID wreaking havoc on precious family time over the last 2 years, there is truly no better time than now to go all out with your Mother’s Day celebrations.
In today’s article, we’ll be exploring just how you can host an incredible Mother’s Day luncheon for all generations to enjoy. Get ready to invite the kids, relatives, and all the special ladies in your life to this amazing soiree fit for royalty. Keep on reading to find out more!
- Think Of It As Christmas – But Better!
First and foremost, let’s talk about Mother’s Day gifts. No celebratory luncheon is complete without an array of different presents for all to open. This year, why not treat it like a second Christmas? We highly recommend having a designated area for presents to be dropped off – think of it as Christmas gifts under a Christmas tree, sans the tree bit of course.
Once your amazing luncheon starts to simmer down, have everyone (kids, aunties, grandmas and all!) gather together to share a special moment in opening their much deserved gifts.
- Plan A Diverse Menu
Now that we’ve got the gifts out of the way, it’s time to talk about the luncheon menu! When hosting a multi-generational affair, it can be helpful to consider the dietary needs of everyone who will be attending your luncheon. We highly recommend having a diverse mixture of various finger foods, hot and cold dishes, and sweets that everyone can enjoy. Opt for safe options for kids (you can never go wrong with chicken nuggets), and be sure to select foods or dishes that even grandma will be able to enjoy.
Our dietary needs and preferences change throughout our lifetimes, so ensuring that no one feels left out is the perfect way to celebrate Mother’s Day. Opt for some softer senior friendly dishes too to ensure that all generations feel comfortable at the table during meal times!
- Set The Scene
When it comes to creating the perfect ambience for your multi-generational soiree, you should definitely recommend thinking out of the box with regards to styling and decoration. A lovely idea for styling your table or luncheon set up is to select a theme that represents your family. If there are certain family traditions that you love, be sure to include them in your decor and setup. Don’t forget to pull out antique china, tea cups, and glassware passed down from generations. We guarantee that these small but significant touches will make all the difference and won’t go unnoticed. Grandma in particular may find herself feeling incredibly touched.
- Connect With Family Abroad
Although not all of your friends and family may not be able to physically attend your luncheon, this sure as heck won’t be likely to stop them from wanting to be a part of it virtually! While you may not have every member of the family present at your Mother’s Day luncheon, a great idea is to organise for loved ones around the world to connect to you live via Zoom or Skype. If time zones are an issue, be sure to get family members living abroad to prepare some pre-filmed messages of love that you can share with your mum, grandma, aunties and all the other special ladies in your life who will be lucky enough to attend.
- A Floral Frenzy
Everyone loves flowers, regardless of age. Since flowers are synonymous with Mother’s Day, be sure to go all out with your floral arrangements and options. Some ever popular varieties for Mother’s Day include yellow roses, lilies, ranunculus, hyacinths, tulips, and carnations. There are a variety of different ways to showcase your blooms too, from freshly cut flowers in a gorgeous vase to a beautiful arrangement that spans across the length of your table runner. You could even make gorgeous flower crowns for your guests to adorn.
Note: be sure to check with guests for allergies or pollen sensitivities prior to the event.
- Spend Some Quality Time Together
Hosting a multigenerational Mother’s Day event doesn’t have to be a one-person show. As tempting as it may be for you to handle everything on your own, we believe that getting everyone involved in the planning, cooking, and decorating is a fantastic way to spend some quality time together. In fact, why not let grandma teach the kids how to make her world famous chocolate cake? There are many opportunities for expressing beauty and love alongside opportunities for intergenerational teaching and storytelling that can be found in the planning of your incredible luncheon, so you should absolutely encourage your guests to get involved and make their own contribution to this Mother’s Day too!
- Peek Into The Past
Last but not least, nothing beats looking through old photo albums over some tea and biscuits. Once your delicious lunch is over, we highly encourage you to pull those old albums out for a sneak peek into the past. This is something that will be greatly loved and appreciated by all generations present at your event and is a great way to strengthen the family bond. Everyone can gather around and listen to family stories as great grandma, grandma, and mum pour through photos, notes, and old mementos.
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Motherhood is no walk in the park – it can often be stressful, overwhelming and at times, dirty. All the mums in your life, whether they be grandmothers, sisters, cousins, or mother-in-laws, deserve to be treated like the queens that they are, not just on this special day but also year-round. Honouring them with a warm and festive family celebration is, however, a great start to acknowledging all that these amazing women do for you and for your wider family.
We hope that this article has been of assistance in planning your ultimate Mother’s Day luncheon for all generations and we wish you the best. Have a fantastic day!
