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Neil Shaw

What mums really want for Mother's Day and it isn't flowers or chocolates

Traditional gifts are no longer topping lists for Mother’s Day as almost half of mums reveal all they really want is more time with their kids – but travel distance is standing in the way. Research has discovered one in 10 mothers - or ‘mother figures’ - are tired of getting make-up and skincare products, or handy appliances such as hot air brushes or air fryers.

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What’s more, almost half have either thrown away, regifted or not used their Mother’s Day present. Of the 1,500 mums surveyed, almost half (45%) of mums would prefer to ditch the presents in favour of some quality time with their brood on March 19.

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