If your mom isn’t the classic charm bracelet or locket kind of person, may I make a suggestion?

The L.B. Valentine bracelets are a little different from the standard charm bracelet.  For one thing, there are dozen of charms to chose from – from sweet to funky.

The slim cuff bracelets are made from sterling silver or 14kt yellow gold and come in soldered chain:

Or flat band styles:

Just make sure to choose your charm from this menu when you order

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Mother’s Day Jewelry With a Twist

These cute and comfortable slippers from Warm Whiskers will soothe her tired feet. You can heat them up in the microwave to relax aching feet or put them in the freeze for swollen feet. These slippers are stuffed with buckwheat, along with a special herbal blend that includes lavender and rosebuds, to provide up to two hours of aromatic relief each time you heat them up.

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These pink bunny slippers are available from HipUndies.com and other retailers. They are priced at just $25 a pair. Check out the other microwaveable aromatherapy slippers and neck wraps from the Warm Whiskers line.

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Microwaveable Aromatherapy Bunny Slippers

This pampering gift will give your mom an opportunity to relax and rejuvenate. The price of the package is $500, which includes tax and gratuity. This is HALF OFF the regular rack rates. In these rough economic times, you should always look for ways to save when gift giving, and this is a terrific opportunity.

You don’t need to book the package ON Mother’s Day. It’s available throughout May.

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The Carlton Hotel is a luxurious destination in midtown Manhattan, located in the Madison Square Park District. All their rooms have custom furniture, pillow top mattresses, down comforters, 42-inch flat screen TVs, internet dataports, marble bathrooms and many more luxury amenities. It’s a dog-friendly hotel for dogs 25 pounds and under (with a $50 fee).

The Oasis Day Spa is one of the most highly recommended spas in the city. You can learn more about Oasis at oasisdayspanyc.com.

To book The Carlton Hotel’s Moms on Madison package, call the hotel toll-free at 800-601-8500.

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Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Cabas Mezzo Tote; $1210
If she needs a tote that will look amazing with just about anything and will also be a ‘workhorse’ type bag, then the Cabas Mezzo Tote would be a perfect choice. The best part about this bag is the natural vachetta leather that deepens in colour over time. The richness of the leather time paired with the Monogram Canvas is the signature LV style.

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Louis Vuitton Epi Leather Speedy 30 (black), $1050.00
The famous Speedy, loved by celebrities and stylish girls all over the world, looks even more lush in gorgeous full-grain Epi Leather. The roomy satchel measures 12″ x 8″ and features, polished silver hardware, top zip opening and rolled leather handles. You simply cannot go wrong with this Louis Vuitton bag.

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Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Alma; $1020
The Alma is a beautiful combination of a satchel and tote. It’s elegant, feminine and quite practical. Measuring at 12″ x 9″x 7″, it’s just the right size to take to work or whilst running errands. The Damier Canvas is actually the first print/design by LV and it’s complemented by the smooth ebony leather trim and gold hardware. The interior boasts deep red lining that looks rich against the dark brown.

Note: Authentic Louis Vuitton items are only available on two websites – eLuxury.com and LouisVuitton.com. Otherwise, you can find Louis Vuitton accessories at their boutiques and some Neiman Marcus locations.

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Luxurious Louis Vuitton for Mom

Istanbul Designs is one of my favorite sellers on Etsy, and their special Mother’s Day necklace doesn’t disapoint.

The pendant is hand-etched and made from sterling silver.  Each pendant is created individually by hand, so there may be little differences between each one.

Each pendant comes with a 16″ sterling silver chain and comes with it’s own gift box.

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Gift Cards to Various Stores
Always a great gift idea, gift cards will allow her to treat herself to a new wardrobe or a few new accessories.

A Spa and/or Massage Package
A new baby will take up a lot of her time and she might neglect her own needs in the process. Giving her a spa or massage package will definitely help to alleviate the new baby stress and she’ll love the chance to be pampered.

A Comfortable Rocking Chair or Glider
Those late night feedings will be a piece of cake when she has a comfortable chair to sit on and feed or rock her baby to sleep.

A Day, Night or Whole Weekend Off
Offer to babysit for the whole day, night or a even a whole weekend so she will have time to do the things she wants to do. Maybe throw in some movie tickets or even a night at a hotel just to ‘get away’ for a little bit.

A Fabulous Diaper Bag
Please don’t get her those cutesy, pastel and cartoony diaper bags (unless of course she specifically requests it)! These days diaper bags are becoming more and more sleek and sophisticated. Go for the ones that are all one colour and don’t look like a duffle bag with a billion pockets.

A Baby Sling, Wrap or Carrier
Baby wraps, carriers and slings are available in all sorts of types and patterns. Some are ergonomic and have inserts for infants. The soft sling or wrap types are becoming more and more popular with new and hip moms. They come in solid colours as well as cute patterns.

Become Her Personal Cook
Ok, maybe not a full-time personal cook but I’m sure she’ll love you for making dinner one night or one night a week  so she can spend more time on herself and or with the baby. Cooking a meal takes a lot of time and preparation so making a new mom something scrumptious to eat will be greatly appreciated.

Professional Family Photos
If you’re a pro or even a pro-amateur photographer, offer your services! Family photos or a newborn photo session would make a wonderful gift. If you’re not so good with a camera, locate photographers in their area and pay for a session. These photos will be cherished forever and they’ll think of you every time they look at them, too.

A New Digital Camera
A great camera thats quick and easy to use will allow her to capture those priceless and often spontaneous moments between her and baby. You can also throw in pre-paid printing services at Shutterfly, too!

Aside from the usual baby shower gifts of diapers, body lotions, baby bottles, pacifiers and what not,  the gifts above will give your friend or loved one something we can all use a little more of – TIME.  She’ll have time for herself, time to do the things she loves and time to spend with the people she loves.  She’ll be a lot less stressed,  happier and appreciative of your generous and thoughtful gifts.

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Great Gift Ideas for New Moms

I’ve spent the week blogging about some of my favorite picks for Mother’s Day gift for the special Mom in your life

• I think pashmina shawls & silk wraps make great gifts.
• You’ll earn bonus points with your Mom if you include a photo of yourself in this silver locket from Tiffany.
• Use special family photos to create your own custom-made photo jewelry.
• These engraved, sterling silver family tree necklaces are sure to make your Mom happy on May 11th.

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Her Accessories Mother’s Day shopping guide – the links

This is the “Kayda” necklace, available in sterling silver.

Or if you prefer to give your Mom a charm, there’s the “Sadie” charm (also sterling silver)

Or if you have too many special photos to decide on just one, check out the “Elizabeth” watch:

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Mother’s Day shopping guide – photo jewelry

How about the lovely handmade sterling silver jewelry from designer Lisa Leonard?

This is the “Tiny Squares” necklace, sterling silver accented with a fresh-water pearl.  Each tag can be hand-stamped with a name (up to 9 characters) and you can add additional tags.

“Family Tree” necklace – fit your entire family onto one pendant!  This pendant can fit up to 36 characters and also is accented with a fresh-water pearl.

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Mother’s Day shopping guide – family tree jewelry

Soft, comfortable and luxurious – I think it would be a great gift to get on Mother’s Day!

Think a cashmere shawl is a little too heavy for spring time?  How about this lovely linen gauze shawl from Mario Matteo?

Your mom prefers prints?  Not a problem!  This lightweight georgette silk shawl from Entra’ will fit the bill:

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Mother’s Day shopping guide – pashmina shawls