For Every Mother | Erin Whitaker

At Elsie Green, we take pride in being able to donate a portion of all sales to causes that tug at our heartstrings. Many of us are mothers, and/or have important women in our lives who act in a mothering role.

This Mother’s Day, we’re launching a two-week partnership with Every Mother Counts, the nonprofit founded to make pregnancy and childbirth safe for every mother, everywhere. During this time, we’ll donate a portion of all sales to support their life-saving work.

As part of our partnership with Every Mother Counts, we enjoyed a lovely conversation with sisters and mothers Christy and Erin. Alongside our conversation, the two sisters curated Mother’s Day edits inspired by their perspective on motherhood, style, and daily life.

Read along to learn more about Erin's thoughts on motherhood.

What does a well-lived Mother's Day look like to you?

To me, a well-lived Mother's Day isn't about perfection or packed schedules, it's about feeling genuinely seen, appreciated, and a little more at ease than usual. It might start slow with no alarms, a tea already made, and a quiet moment before the day begins.

There's some kind of connection at the center of it, whether that is time with family, a heartfelt message, or even just uninterrupted space to do something personally meaningful. It doesn't have to be elaborate, sometimes the most memorable parts are simple, like a shared meal, a walk, or just laughing over shared memories. It also includes a sense of recognition, not just for what you do, but for who you are beyond the role of "mom." A small but meaningful gesture, or someone taking something off of your plate without being asked.

And importantly, it leaves you feeling restored rather than depleted. Whether that comes from togetherness, solitude, or a mix of both, a well-lived Mother's Day feels like a reset, appreciated, and real.

How do you celebrate your own mother on Mother's Day?

I try to keep it thoughtful rather than over-the-top. I usually start by reaching out early, calling or spending time with her, so she feels like the day is truly centered around her. If we're together, I'll plan something she actually enjoys, like a walk or lunch and a movie, or just being present without rushing through it.

More than anything, I try to make the day feel easy and genuine for her, less about doing a lot, more about making sure she feels seen, valued, and loved.

What makes a gift feel truly thoughtful or lasting to you?

A gift feels truly thoughtful when it shows that someone was really paying attention, when it reflects who I am, what I care about, or even something I mentioned in passing. It doesn't have to be big or expensive; in fact, the most meaningful ones usually arent. It's the intention behind it...the sense that it was chosen for me.

What makes it lasting is the emotional connection. That could be something personal, like a handwritten note, a shared memory, or an item tied to the meaningful moment. Even practical gifts can feel special if they make my everyday life easier in a way that feels considerate.

Ultimately, it's about feeling understood. A thoughtful gift sticks with you because it carries a bite of the relationship in it. It becomes more than about the object itself.