Americans aren't afraid to splurge on Mother's Day, which is today. Trae Bodge of RetailMeNot.com says spending on presents for moms is up across the nation. Bodge says most people will give mom flowers or a night out, but she adds what most mothers really want is a gift card to their favorite store. It might also be a good idea to skip any fitness-related gifts for mom, like a gym membership, to avoid sending the wrong message.