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How To Do Mother's Day On A Student Budget

How To Do Mother's Day On A Student Budget
Conrad Jarman
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It's that time of the year again. Mother's Day. The one day of the year where you get to show your Mum just how much she means to you, even though you should really be doing that all the time anyway.

However, along with Mother's Day comes the classic dilemma of being a student and wanting to get your Mum something nice.

No matter how much you want to get her an incredible necklace or take her out for a really nice meal, you simply can't afford to do it with the small amount of money left in your overdraft until the next student loan payment comes in. You also don't want to have to ask your Dad for money to help as that seems like a cop out. Besides, you're a real adult now! Surely you can come up with something.

Well never fear. We are here for you! Below is a list of twelve possible ideas for what to get your Mum this Sunday on a student budget, to show her how much you love her without breaking the bank whilst you're doing it:

Mother's Day On A Student Budget
Cook her a meal(01 of12)
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Use your amazing newfound cooking skills from university to rustle up a feast for your mum. Even if you can only cook spaghetti bolognese then that's better than nothing. And if all else fails, there's always Domino's. (credit:Getty)
Make her breakfast in bed(02 of12)
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If your dinner skills are lacking then treat her to breakfast in bed instead. A full english is always a great way to start the day, as long as your mum isn't OCD about getting crumbs everywhere. (credit:Getty)
Do the ironing(03 of12)
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Now you've reached adulthood you should really be doing this anyway. But if not then it's a sure-fire way to get in your mum's good books. (credit:Getty)
Make her a card(04 of12)
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Cheap as chips and she'll definitely appreciate the effort you put in rather than just going to Card Factory on your way home the day before. (credit:Getty)
Make her a posh food hamper(05 of12)
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It's a well known fact that Mum's love posh food. It doesn't even take much effort, just hit up the M&S biscuit aisle and you're onto a winner. Even more brownie points if you make them yourself. (credit:Getty)
Get the classic: bath stuff(06 of12)
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Sometimes there's nothing wrong with sticking to the classics. Cliche but effective, go to LUSH and get your Mum some nice bath salts and you can't go wrong. (credit:Getty)
Make her a cake(07 of12)
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You may not be the next Michel Roux, but just put some effort into baking a cake and your Mum will love it. Also a great chance to ice it to comic effect. (credit:Getty)
Do 'the Dad'(08 of12)
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Take a leaf out of your Dad's book when he forgets their anniversary and get your Mum some flowers. Then make sure she puts them in the middle of the table so everyone can see what a good job you've done. (credit:Getty)
Anything by Michael Bublé(09 of12)
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Mums love Michael Bublé (credit:Getty)
A photo of you(10 of12)
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Have you noticed that the house is a little sparse of photos with your beautiful face on? Well now is your chance to change that! Choose your photo carefully, funny ones are better. (credit:Getty)
You(11 of12)
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If you live away from home, surprise your Mum by going back. It will make her day! (credit:Getty)
A hug(12 of12)
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If all else fails, it's a bit of a cop out but give your Mum a big hug. If there's one thing in the world that Mum's love other than Michael Bublé it's a hug. (credit:Getty)
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