I am late 20s and a single parent to DS (2.5yo). I've recently started a new job which the hours are fully flexible all different shifts each week... My mum has always stepped in and helped me out with childcare (her suggestions) which I've always accepted and been extremely grateful for!
She's had my son 2 days last week 2 days this week and in a couple of weeks is going to have him for me consecutively for 3.5 days including nights whilst I go away for this new job as part of the training programme. I always (I think) tell her how grateful I am for her help and say thank you in the evenings when I pick up DS, and I like to try and treat her as much as funds will allow, e.g lunches/coffee out etc.
However I want to get her/do something as an extra thank you for her support during my new job transition - I've got her a voucher for a place she really likes to eat at - as I don't think she'd let me pay her as in cash, but I want to do something noticeable.
This is a nice idea, right? I wouldn't want to offend her or something! If anyone has any other suggestions or have been in a similar situation I'd love to hear some ideas!!
TYIA 