You may have bought an extravagant gift for your mother today, but all she really wants is a big cuddle.According to a poll, nine in ten say a simple hug will make their Mother’s Day. Second favourite to keep her sweet is a card – with those home-made by young children being the best.
The survey of 2,000 people found that, overall, sons are more generous than daughters when it comes to gifts.
Men spend more on their mothers than they do on their lovers for Valentine’s Day. They are also twice as likely to take their mother out to lunch than women.
Flowers were the top gift to mothers, with 42 per cent of men and 36 per cent of women giving bouquets. The average amount spent on presents was £14.85.
Glaswegians were the least extravagant, while Essex mothers were the most spoilt with an average of £22.35 spent on them.
Those polled by mystery shopping firm Retail Active named actress Joanna Lumley as Britain’s most ideal mother – other than their own.
Retail Active managing director Julian Chamberlain said the poll results were ‘heart-warming’, adding: ‘From the mums’ point of view, a demonstration of affection and family unity are the most important things.’
