On the occasion of Mother's Day 2026, financial experts stress the importance of financial planning for mothers, highlighting the need for mutual fund Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs), emergency funds, and insurance. Priti Rathi Gupta, Founder of LXME, advises mothers to start investing early, even with small amounts, and suggests flexicap and largecap funds for diversification and long-term growth. For children's education, she recommends a SIP of ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 to build a substantial corpus over time. Pallav Agarwal, a Certified Financial Planner, emphasizes that working mothers can maintain a higher equity exposure, suggesting a 60-70% allocation towards equities, while homemakers should adopt a more conservative approach with around 50-60% in equities. Both experts highlight the necessity of emergency funds, recommending a reserve of 6-12 months of household expenses in liquid instruments. They also stress the importance of insurance, stating that it forms the safety net for financial planning. Ultimately, the key to successful investing lies in consistency, goal-based planning, and maintaining a balance between growth and protection.