How to Celebrate Mother's Day in the Seacoast

Let's make this Mother's Day extra-special in the Seacoast! Being a mom is very rewarding, but also challenging, so we have some ideas to help mom (or yourself!) make some time for self-care this year.

So on May 12, let's celebrate the Seacoast moms and mom-figures in our lives by letting them know how much we appreciate everything they do for us the other 364 days of the year.

We wouldn't have the Macaroni KID Seacoast resource without the support of our local Seacoast businesses. Thank you to all the businesses that helped sponsor this guide. Special thanks to Relief Parenting Respite and Resource Center in Hampton for being our Platinum Sponsor this year! Relief Parenting offers classes for caregivers and kids, support groups, prenatal and postpartum resources, respite sessions and more. Take a look at all they have to offer. 

Here are some Seacoast restaurant and gift ideas to spoil Mom, a few craft ideas children can do to show their love, plus an amazing Mother's Day giveaway with gifts from local Seacoast area businesses!

Looking for restaurants in the Seacoast to enjoy a special meal out for Mother's Day? Here are some Seacoast restaurants offering Mother's Day specials:

Ambrose Restaurant
6 Front Street
Exeter, NH 03833
(603)821-9167

Ambrose Restaurant is taking reservations for Mother's Day from 11 am - 6 pm.

Atlantic Grill
5 Pioneer Road
Rye, NH 03870

The Atlantic Grill is offering Bubbly Brunch Buffet this Mother's Day that includes mimosas!

Clark's American Bistro
48 Main Street
Durham, NH 03824
(603)397-5053

Clark's is hosting a Mother's Day Brunch from 10 am - 3 pm, including some great gluten free options.

Epoch Gastropub
90 Front Street
Exeter, NH 03833
(603)778-3762

From 9 am - 1 pm, enjoy a special Mother's Day Brunch Buffet at Epoch Gastropub.

The Galley Hatch
325 Layfayette Road
Hampton, NH 03842
(603)926-6152

The Galley Hatch will offer its full menu, as well as specials this Mother's Day.

Ginger & Clove Cafe
881 Layfayette Road
Hampton, NH 03842
(603)601-6077

You don't need to make reservations at Ginger & Clove for parties of six or under for their Mother's Day brunch! They are open regular business hours from 7 am - 1 pm. 

Jumpin' Jay's Fish Cafe
150 Congress Street
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 766-3474

With a special brunch menu from 10 am - 2pm and their regular dinner menu from 5 pm - 8 pm, Jumpin' Jay's Fish Cafe has something for everyone.  

Roundabout Diner & Lounge
580 US Highway 1 Bypass
Portsmouth, NH 03801
603-431-1440

Mom gets a complimentary mimosa during the Roundabout Diner & Lounge Mother's Day buffet from 9 am - 3 pm!

Wentworth by the Sea
588 Wentworth Road,
New Castle, NH 03854
(603) 422-7322

Wentworth by the Sea is offering a Mother's Day Brunch from 10 am - 4 pm in the ballroom, as well as dinner at the hotel restaurant, Salt Kitchen & Bar.

Searching for that special gift? Get her a great gift and support a locally-owned Seacoast business all at the same time! Here are some of our favorites:

Cymbidium Floral
141 Water Street
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-1300

From stunning flower bouquets, a flowers of the month club or macaroons, you're sure to find something at Cymbidium Floral to put a smile on Mom's face. 

Sea Love Portsmouth
33 Deer Street
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 427- 8040

Gift mom a fun experience with DIY candle making. Sea Love Portsmouth will guide you through the candle pouring process as you choose your favorite scents to make a personalized creation.

Water Street Bookstore
125 Water Street
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-9731

Sometimes there's nothing better or more simple than a new book. Gift mom something new to read from Water Street Bookstore.

Looking for something to do together with mom? The Seacoast has some great places to spend some time, have fun and make memories. Here are a few of our favorites. 

The Farm at Eastman's Corner
267 South Road
Kensington, NH 03833
(603) 347-1909 

Spend the day at the farm! The Farm at Eastman's Corner is kicking off it's Summer Music Series on May 11th. They also offer fresh baked goods and flowers for pickup Mother's Day weekend. 

Stroll Café 
15 Portwalk Place
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 373-6001
&
75 Portsmouth Boulevard
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 319-8954

Stroll Café is an all day café offering breakfast, lunch, snacks and coffee. There are two locations in Portsmouth, so wherever you are headed for the day, be sure to stop by! 

Whether she's into spa treatments, fitness, or just needs some time to relax, we have ideas on ways to give Mom a gift to spend time in the Seacoast doing something she'll love:

Barre & Soul
738 Islington Street Unit A3
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(781) 539-3679

Why not get mom a class pack where she can get her workout in, make new friends, and feel great doing it? Barre & Soul teaches yoga, barre classes and more.

Relief Parenting Respite and Resource Center
1 Merrill Industrial Drive, Building D & E Second Floor
Hampton, NH 03842
(603) 910-5497

Sometimes mom just needs a break! Get her the gift of alone time with a respite session at Relief Parenting and Resource Center. Trust me, she will be grateful!

Relief Parenting is hosting a fun, recharging Mother’s Day event this year. Mother's Day is the perfect opportunity to give the mother in your life some much needed and well deserved relief!

 Our special Mother's Day Relief Retreat will provide deep relaxation, socialization, and a combination of services that will leave every mother feeling rested and recharged.

 Retreat fee includes:

• Hand & Chair Massage
• Mini-Facials with Daily Ritual Skincare
• Mindfulness & Movement
• Sound Bath
• Vision Board Creation
• Affirmation Cards
• Afternoon Tea & Appetizers
• Raffle Prizes

Participation is limited to ensure every mother has the opportunity to experience each offering.

 Cost: $79 (includes raffle ticket)

Seacoast Flote
845 Lafayette Blvd
Hampton, NH 03842
&
800 Islington Street
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 418-6518

For a truly unique and relaxing self-care experience, pamper Mama with float therapy. Floating is known to help reduce stress, boost immunity, relieve pain and provide mental clarity to name a few of the benefits. With two locations, Seacoast Flote offers a variety of options and packages. 

Handmade gifts are all about the heart. Help the kids make gifts for mom she's sure to treasure:

• Kid Craft: Easy DIY Puzzle Piece Frames
• Free Printable: A Special Keepsake From the Kids for Mother's Day
• Stick With Us: A DIY Heart-Shaped Garden Stake 
• Recycled Magazine Butterflies: Easy and Beautiful Mother's Day Craft
• How to Make Easy Paper Plate Suncatchers 

Macaroni KID Seacoast has a special Mother's Day giveaway for our subscribers! Local Seacoast area businesses have generously donated to our giveaway. One lucky Macaroni KID Seacoast subscriber will win the following:

30 day membership to Barre & Soul Portsmouth

$50 gift card to Cymbidium Floral 

Two hour respite session with childcare at Relief Parenting Respite & Resource Center

60 minute float therapy at Seacoast Flote 

Two DIY candle making experiences at Sea Love Portsmouth

$20 gift card to Stroll Cafe

$25 gift card to Water Street Bookstore

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