3 ways to treat mum this Mother's Day that don't involve flowers

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Not everyone's mum wants a slightly squished bouquet of flowers; many just want to spend time with their kids. We look at alternative Mother's Day activities that AIA Vitality members can take advantage of to turn the day into a memorable occasion.

Present buying is tough. It's tough for birthdays and even harder at Christmas, so you could almost be excused for being a little less creative by the time Mother's Day rolls around. Most shops, as you would expect, are filled with boxes of chocolates and slightly wilted flowers. It's hardly a smorgasbord of gifts that scream "wow".

If you're someone who wants to really treat mum but needs a little bit of inspiration, look no further. AIA Vitality can help you unlock some treats for mum.

Here are some Mother's Day gifts that AIA Vitality members can take advantage of to surprise mum this year.

There's nothing more relaxing than a day at the spa. And if anyone deserves to be pampered, it's mum.

Whether it's a facial or a foot rub, a relaxation massage or a manicure, AIA Vitality members can get up to 50 per cent off (depending on your status level) endota spa e-Gift cards and selected treatments for the full pampering package.

Research shows that exercising in nature not only decreases tension but increases energy. And if that doesn't make you feel good, raising money for breast cancer research is a sure-fire way to make this Mother's Day one to remember.

Taking part in the Mother's Day Classic fun run is a great way to spend some quality time with mum (and earn up to 1,000 AIA Vitality points while you're at it).

Not only will you and your mum have an opportunity to gas-bag the entire 4-8 km course, you'll feel physically great afterwards, too.

If yours is a more low key kind of mum, treat her to an afternoon at the movies. AIA Vitality members can score discounted HOYTS tickets all year round.

You can't really go wrong with a great film, a box of popcorn and some good company.

This article is brought to you by AIA Vitality, a personalised, scientifically-backed health and wellness program that supports you every day to make healthier choices.

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