The main thing UK mums are looking for this Mother's Day is good mental and physical health for themselves and their families, according to a new poll.
A survey of more than 1,500 mothers by health check service Medichecks found 49% of British mums want to feel healthy, 48% want a holiday and 47% are desperate to hug a loved one on Sunday.
Respondents were asked what the best gifts they could receive in 2021 would be, with visiting a pub or restaurant coming in at just 27%.
A third (35%) said the ideal gift would be having all family and friends vaccinated.
Researchers explain this divergence from typical gifts as being a symptom of the past twelve months of the coronavirus pandemic, saying the time has been "bittersweet".
Asked how they have fared over the period, 72% of respondents said Covid-19 has negatively impacted their mental health and two-thirds (63%) said the same for their physical health.
More than half (56%) said they're tired and 43% said they're stressed.
On the flip side, 46% said they feel happier now than before the pandemic and 36% are optimistic about the future.
Dr Natasha Fernando, a GP and Head of Clinical Excellence at Medichecks said: “What is striking is that the things we often took for granted and seemed insignificant, like a hug, is now on a wish list of best presents for 2021.
"And while Covid has taken a toll on our mental health, there’s a real sense of appreciation for what we have.
“Worryingly, many women aren’t prioritising their health over that of others and its shows with many describing themselves as tired.
“This has been a challenging time for us all and while maintaining a healthy and balanced diet with exercise is important, it is also essential for people not to beat themselves up.
"With the opening of gyms and sports clubs, plus warmer weather on the horizon, there’s a great opportunity to adopt new diet and fitness regimes that will aid health and happiness.
“The takeaway from our research is that overall women are valuing the simple things – hugs and good health – and there is an overall sense of optimism for the future.
"With wellbeing so intrinsic to health, it’s good to identify some positives as a result of the pandemic.”
