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As Mother’s Day approaches on May 11, 2025, families across India are rethinking the traditional bouquet of flowers or box of chocolates. This year, experts are urging people to consider a more meaningful gesture: investing in wellness experiences that help mothers rest, recharge, and prioritize their own health.
Moving Beyond Material Gifts
Mother’s Day is typically celebrated with cards, gifts, and tokens of appreciation. However, Raj Rishi Garg, Promoter at Vaidyaratnam Vrindavan Ayurveda Chikitsalayam near Chandigarh, believes the best present is the gift of time and relaxation. “The real gift is a moment to stop and rest,” Garg explains. His Ayurvedic center offers treatments designed to ease stress, balance hormones, and restore energy-needs that are often overlooked as mothers juggle years of responsibilities.
Wellness Retreats: A Growing Trend
The idea is catching on at destinations like Aamaghati Wildlife Resort in Ranthambhore, where the focus is on slowing down and reconnecting with nature. “Mother’s Day is a moment to reflect on the care mothers provide every day,” says Gaurav Mudgal, VP Commercials at the resort. Their offerings include nature walks, local cuisine, spa services, and fitness facilities, all aimed at helping mothers recharge.
Kush Kapoor, CEO of Roseate Hotels & Resorts, echoes this sentiment. “A wellness experience can help mothers reconnect with themselves,” he notes, emphasizing that such experiences often hold more value than physical gifts.
The Financial Perspective
From a personal finance angle, wellness experiences can be seen as an investment in long-term health. Experts suggest that prioritizing mental and physical wellbeing may help reduce future healthcare costs for the entire family. While wellness retreats and spa treatments come with a price tag, their benefits-reduced stress, improved health, and greater family harmony-can far outweigh the initial expense.
A Gift That Lasts
As families plan their Mother’s Day celebrations, experts encourage them to think beyond the short-lived joy of material gifts. Instead, investing in wellness experiences could offer mothers the lasting gift of rest, rejuvenation, and better health-benefits that ripple through the entire family.
Disclaimer:
This article is based on information sourced from CNBC TV18’s report, “Mother’s Day: How investing in wellness may be a meaningful gift.” The views and recommendations expressed by quoted experts are for informational purposes only and do not constitute financial or medical advice. Readers are encouraged to consult with relevant professionals before making any investment or health-related decisions.
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