Mother’s Day 2025 date & history: Mother’s Day is a special annual occasion celebrated across the world on the second Sunday in May to honour the love, care, and sacrifices made by mothers. It's not a public holiday but yet celebrated with great enthusiasm and pomp. This day reminds us to express our gratitude and appreciation for everything that mothers do for something that often goes unspoken.
As International Mother's Day is approaching, let's take a look at it's date in India, its history, significance, and how it is celebrated in different countries. Plus, we’ll share a few heartfelt Mother’s Day wishes and quotes you can use to make your mum feel truly special.
Mother's day date change every year as it is observed on second Sunday of May. In India, Mother’s Day is observed on the second Sunday of May every year. In 2025, it will be celebrated on Sunday, May 11. This tradition follows the same date as the United States, Australia, and several other countries.
On this day, families express their love through gifts, flowers, cards, and quality time spent together.
The idea of Mother’s Day dates back to the 19th century in the United States, where peace groups led by women began campaigning for a special day to honour mothers and promote peace.
One of the key figures was Ann Jarvis, who organised "Mother’s Friendship Day" in 1868, aiming to reunite families separated by the American Civil War. After her passing, her daughter Anna Jarvis who inspired by her mother’s dedication to humanitarian work continued the mission and worked tirelessly to make Mother’s Day a recognised event. Her efforts paid off in 1914, when US President Woodrow Wilson declared it a national holiday to honour all mothers.
Interestingly, Julia Ward Howe also led a Mother’s Day for Peace in 1872, promoting an anti-war message. Over the years, the celebration evolved from a peace movement into a day of love, appreciation, and family bonding.
Different dates to celebrate Mother’s Day in the US, UK, Australia and Mexico are tied to some religious connotations and orders from the past governments of these countries.
In the United Kingdom, Mother’s Day- also called Mothering Sunday- is celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Lent, which usually falls in March. Traditionally, it was the day people returned to their “mother church,” but it has since become a day to honour mothers with cards, gifts, and family gatherings.
In both India and the United States, Mother’s Day falls on the second Sunday of May. This tradition began in the US and has been adopted by many countries. It’s a day filled with heartfelt messages, celebrations, and surprises for mums.
In Mexico, Mother’s Day is celebrated on a fixed date-May 10. The celebration was started in 1922, after journalist Rafael Alducin encouraged the country to honour mothers. Today, it includes music, poems, and festive meals.
The significance of Mother’s Day lies in recognising the unmatchable role of mothers in shaping our lives. From offering emotional support to making daily sacrifices, mothers do it all without expecting anything in return.
This day is a reminder to pause and thank the maternal figures in our lives. Whether it’s a mother, stepmother, grandmother, or mother figure-Mother’s Day is about showing love, respect, and gratitude.
The celebration of Mother’s Day may vary across cultures, but the emotions remain universal. Here’s how different countries observe the day:
Here are some warm Mother’s Day wishes to share:
Use these meaningful Mother’s Day quotes to express your feelings:
Mother’s Day is not just about giving gifts- it's about acknowledging the deep love, care, and support that mothers offer every day. Whether it’s through simple wishes, heartfelt quotes, or spending time together, let’s make Mother’s Day 2025 a celebration to remember.
So, mark your calendars for May 11, 2025, and get ready to honour the most special woman in your life.
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