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5 Ways to Celebrate Yourself This Mother’s Day

From the moms at Artifact Uprising

All too often, mothers find themselves on the giving end of memories, creating the magic and capturing the moment for everyone else. This year, we asked some of the moms here at Artifact Uprising how they’re choosing to mark the day—and let’s just say, we’re not leaving it up to Dad.

From thoughtful tributes to the women who shaped them to simple collections of everyday selfies, their ideas offer tangible ways to reflect on the peaks and valleys of motherhood. Because your story is worth honoring and remembering—and no one is more deserving of that gift than you.

01

Honor the Mothers Before You

Your story of motherhood didn’t begin with you. It began with a long lineage of women who raised you, stood beside you, and paved the way for your days as “Mom”. This Mother’s Day, create a photo album that honors their legacy—a tribute to the lessons that have been passed down, the strength you all share, and the memories that still shape you. It’s not only a beautiful way to preserve their stories—it’s a way to remind yourself of the values, love, and resilience you carry within you. A gift for yourself now. A gift for your children later.

“When I became a mom, I realized the importance of legacy. I was very close with my grandmothers on both sides, and learning what they went through to immigrate to the United States, to get settled, to become citizens, to raise a family—I learned that I am their legacy. When I look at these pictures, I see my legacy in action.” – Karen, mom of our Chief Marketing Officer

02

Print Your Camera Roll

Sometimes the days are full of busy schedules and never-ending to-do lists, blurring together and flying by. But tucked inside the mundane, ordinary days are the moments that matter most. It’s time to create a book that will help you remember them. From messy mealtimes and soccer practices to family vacations and birthday parties, quickly collect the snapshots from your camera roll in a handcrafted keepsake you and your children can flip through often. It will become a constant reminder of all the love you share—and an important reminder of your role in the story.

“It doesn’t feel like it in the beginning… But what I’m realizing now that my kids are four and six is the years are going by really fast, and it’s a gift—it’s a privilege—to be able to remember this way.” – Amy, Chief Financial Officer

03

Frame a Daily Reminder

Some photos are more than just images—they are reminders of who you were at an exact moment in time. Whatever it is you need to be reminded of this Mother’s Day—your joy, your strength, your sense of adventure, your hardship, your love for your little—find the moment that takes you back there, and frame it where you’ll see it often. The nostalgic nature of the Banister Frame will match any moment you choose to put inside.

“These days are so fleeting, and it’s already hard to remember what Sonny was like as a newborn or what James was like as a baby. I really cherish the pictures I have with them so I can always look back and remember those times. It can be hard to remember when you don’t get much sleep!” – Eliza, Senior Product Manager

04

Reflect on Your Journey

There are parts of motherhood everyone shares, and there are parts only you know—the glimmers of pride, the private doubts, the quiet, sacred moments with your baby. Celebrate the most personal parts of your journey with a photo book filled with images that mean the most to you—images only you see the story behind. With its small, approachable size and single-photo page layouts, the Everyday Photo Book is easy to create and even easier to tuck away somewhere just for you. It will be something you can open up on the days when you need to be reminded: you’re doing it! And you’re doing it beautifully.

“When I look through this book, I feel proud. Motherhood is filled with the highest highs and the lowest lows, and I tried to print photos that were really authentic to my motherhood. They remind me that I’m proud of how we’re raising this little guy and how we are figuring it out.” – Morgan, Director of Brand Marketing

05

Showcase Your Selfies Together

Calling all moms who, more often than not, find themselves behind the camera. This one’s for you. Gather those blurry, smiley, everyday selfies and candids you’ve snapped with your little, and print them for yourself. Better yet, display them on your desk, nightstand, or end table, where you can see them often. A simple reminder of the fun and silly times you’ve shared together—just the two of you.

“Seeing these moments printed feels more special, like something I can share with other people. When they come over, they’re getting to experience all these great memories that I have, too. It’s not just limited to the box in my pocket.” – Marissa, Senior Software Engineer

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