Mothers are incredible. 

They go above and beyond to protect and care for their children, often putting their children's needs before their own.  Because they are so special, it’s always hard to buy a gift for the moms in our lives, and it is no different on Mother’s Day. If you still haven’t decided on a present and want to gift something truly unique and meaningful, we have some ideas for you. 

With UNICEF Canada’s Survival Gifts, you can buy tangible gifts that have a life-saving impact on mothers and children around the world. Because a mom is just as awesome, no matter where she lives. 

Here are our top three UNICEF Canada’s Survival Gift picks for you this Mother’s Day. 

A vaccinator administers a vaccine on the arm of a woman.

Mother and Baby Tetanus Pack:

This Mother’s Day, help shield moms and babies from tetanus. 

Did you know tetanus, is known as a silent killer and is a dangerous infection that could kill mothers and babies? It’s a disease which can easily be prevented if mothers and babies are vaccinated. 

With UNICEF Canada’s Survival Gifts, you can send a case of tetanus vaccines to protect expectant mothers, who then pass on their immunity to their babies.

For just $45 you can provide 174 tetanus vaccines to protect 58 mothers from tetanus infection and protect their babies. 

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A mother holds her newborn baby close to her face.

Newborn Kits:

Early moments matter for a child’s life. 

The first days of a baby’s life are some of the most important ones. They need prenatal supplements, vaccines, warm blankets and loads of love to ensure they have a solid, healthy start. 

With just $30, you can send two babies a newborn kit, which includes 2 blankets and 560 prenatal supplements along with tetanus, measles and polio vaccines. 

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A newborn baby sleeps,  wrapped in warm blanket in the city of Wau, capital of Western Bahr al Ghazal State in Southern Sudan.

Blankets for Babies: 

Millions of children are displaced, either from conflicts, climate change or political unrest, and need protection from cold and illness in harsh and dangerous conditions. 

A set of warm blankets will protect babies from harsh cold weather, protect them from illness, and provide security in winter. 

$25 will ensure you provide 4 blankets to wrap 4 babies in comfort and security. 

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