to Your Most Private Questions . `` Promise to be there for any and all doctor 's visits whether a mammogram or routine appointment , '' she said . `` Most moms always say ` do n't bother , ' but another set of eyes and ears is always a good idea at a doctor 's visit . '' The best part ? This one is free . Health.com : A mammogram may have saved my life 2 . Give the gift of healthy eating . Rather than an expensive , artery-clogging brunch , you can spring for a visit with the nutritionist and follow it with a healthy meal . `` Mother 's Day is a great reason to get your mom to see a nutritionist , '' said Dana Greene , a nutritionist in private practice in Boston . `` Nutritionists can really tailor their advice to whatever issues mom is having with her diet , including losing weight or learning how to eat to reduce her risk of certain diseases such as breast cancer or osteoporosis , '' Greene says . `` An appointment lasts about an hour and is relatively inexpensive . Take mom out for
This Mother 's Day , skip the flowers and forget the chocolate -LRB- unless it 's dark -RRB- ! Give your mom something she really needs -- the gift of good health . Do something good for mom this Mother 's Day by getting her healthy food and investing in her wellness . No , you do n't have to buy her a treadmill . There are many other things you can do to give your mom a boost in terms of her physical -LRB- or mental -RRB- well-being . Most moms will truly appreciate that your Mother 's Day gift is aimed at keeping her happy , healthy , and in your life for a long time . In case you are drawing a blank , we came up with a list of healthy -- and relatively inexpensive -- gift ideas for every mom . 1 . Give the gift of -LRB- your -RRB- time and support at the doctor 's office . `` Offer to be your mom 's health buddy , '' says Philadelphia-based women 's health expert Dr. Marie Savard , author of several books , including Ask Dr. Marie : Straight Talk and Reassuring Answers