eBay Meets Mother’s Day Shopping Needs!

More than ever before, eBay meets Mother’s Day needs this year!

eBay Mother’s Day 2020 is going to be a little different. But the good news is, it’s also going to be more meaningful. Thanks to the global COVID-19 pandemic, the world is self-isolating. People are quarantining at home. Folks are social distancing. 

Right now, many realize the value of celebrating connections and showing loved ones how much we care. eBay meets Mother’s Day 2020 shopping needs.

In fact, according to a recent survey by the National Retail Federation (NRF), 78% of respondents said that this year, Mother’s Day is especially important to them. 

eBay meets Mother’s day 2020. What does that mean for you, my eBay seller friend?

Right now, it means ka-ching! Because millions of online shoppers are hot on the trail of the perfect gift for Mom.

Yes, some states are beginning to ease up on restrictions. Brick-and-mortar retailers are gradually starting to reopen. But while some folks are getting out and about, shopping is very challenging. Some stores mandate face masks to enter stores.

Other stores have long, long, lines to get in, due to social distancing requirements. Additionally, many people are wary of ending their quarantine too soon.  Rather than deal with in person shopping stress and constraints, shoppers are turning to eBay!

So eCommerce is where it’s at for Mother’s Day gift shoppers in 2020.

In 2019, consumers spent a record $25 billion on Mom; this year, the NRF predicts that consumers will spend an average of $205 apiece on cards, gifts, and special meals for Mother’s Day. That’s about $8 per person more than last year.

Now is your chance to step up to the plate and cut yourself a generous slice of that Mother’s Day pie! What do you have that would make a good Mother’s Day gift?

For inspiration, download your complimentary copy of my free guide What Sells for Mother’s Day. It’s page after page of products that make terrific gifts for mothers. Then review your inventory, both listed and unlisted. Chances are you’ve got plenty of mom-worthy items on hand! If something’s not listed yet, then get it listed — pronto.

As shown by the eclectic assortment of items listed in my free downloadable guide, moms have an incredibly wide variety of interests. That means you’ve got an equally wide gamut of giftable goodies to offer, including books; clothing and accessories; collectibles; crafts; electronics; games and puzzles; home décor; kitchen paraphernalia; movies; sporting goods; tech devices; and so much more. Even power tools, for DIY moms!

Remember, too, that Mother’s Day gift items don’t necessarily have to be new.

If Mom collects anything, whether it’s vintage or contemporary, pre-owned treasures will be cherished additions to her collection.

Environmentally conscious moms also like the idea of keeping useful items out of the world’s landfills, so think gently worn and/or vintage clothing and estate jewelry. These categories will appeal to retro-minded moms as well.

And since it’s difficult right now to shop brick-and-mortar retailers, make it super easy for customers to shop with you! Pick out your perfect Mother’s Day items and put them into a specially created Mother’s Day Gifts category in your eBay store; then showcase your curated listings on social media, especially Facebook (which is hot-hot-hot right now). 

Download my free guide What Sells on Mother’s Day, and start racking up sales. And if you’re a mom yourself, I wish you the happiest of Mother’s Days, full of loving elbow bumps and virtual hugs.

Even six feet apart or from opposite sides of a Facetime or Zoom screen, families can still be heart to heart!