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{{Infobox holiday | {{Infobox holiday | ||
| holiday_name = Mother's Day | | holiday_name = Mother's Day | ||
| image = | | image = | ||
| caption = Flowers are one of the most popular Mother's Day gifts | | caption = Flowers are one of the most popular Mother's Day gifts | ||
| observed_by = [[United States]] and many other countries | | observed_by = [[United States]] and many other countries | ||
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| celebrating = Honoring mothers and motherhood | | celebrating = Honoring mothers and motherhood | ||
}} | }} | ||
'''Mother’s Day''' is an annual celebration observed in the [[United States]] on the '''second Sunday in May'''. It honors | '''Mother’s Day''' is an annual celebration observed in the [[United States]] on the '''second Sunday in May'''. It honors '''mothers''', '''mother figures''', and the role of '''motherhood''' in society. | ||
== Origins == | == Origins == | ||
The modern U.S. version of Mother’s Day was founded by | The modern U.S. version of Mother’s Day was founded by '''Anna Jarvis''' in the early 20th century: | ||
* First official celebration held in | * First official celebration held in '''1908''' | ||
* Became a | * Became a '''U.S. national holiday in 1914''', proclaimed by '''President Woodrow Wilson''' | ||
* Originally intended as a personal, heartfelt observance — not a commercial one | * Originally intended as a personal, heartfelt observance — not a commercial one | ||
== Traditions == | == Traditions == | ||
Mother’s Day is commonly celebrated with: | Mother’s Day is commonly celebrated with: | ||
* | * '''Cards and handwritten messages''' | ||
* | * '''Flowers''', especially carnations and roses | ||
* | * '''Gift-giving''' (jewelry, spa treatments, books) | ||
* | * '''Family meals''', brunches, or outings | ||
* Children calling, visiting, or spending time with their mothers | * Children calling, visiting, or spending time with their mothers | ||
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== Commercial Impact == | == Commercial Impact == | ||
* One of the most commercially successful holidays | * One of the most commercially successful holidays | ||
* Americans spend over | * Americans spend over '''$30 billion''' annually on gifts and celebrations | ||
* Businesses benefit from spikes in: | * Businesses benefit from spikes in: | ||
- Flower sales | - Flower sales | ||
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== Fun Facts == | == Fun Facts == | ||
* Mother’s Day is the | * Mother’s Day is the '''busiest day of the year for phone calls''' in the U.S. | ||
* Over | * Over '''80% of Americans''' celebrate the holiday | ||
* | * '''Anna Jarvis''' later opposed the commercialization of the day she helped create | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
Latest revision as of 00:02, 9 July 2025
| Mother's Day | |
|---|---|
| Observed by | United States and many other countries |
| Type | Cultural and commercial |
| Date | Second Sunday in May |
| Scheduling | Varies (second Sunday) |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Duration | 1 day |
| Celebrates | Honoring mothers and motherhood |
Mother’s Day is an annual celebration observed in the United States on the second Sunday in May. It honors mothers, mother figures, and the role of motherhood in society.
Origins
The modern U.S. version of Mother’s Day was founded by Anna Jarvis in the early 20th century:
- First official celebration held in 1908
- Became a U.S. national holiday in 1914, proclaimed by President Woodrow Wilson
- Originally intended as a personal, heartfelt observance — not a commercial one
Traditions
Mother’s Day is commonly celebrated with:
- Cards and handwritten messages
- Flowers, especially carnations and roses
- Gift-giving (jewelry, spa treatments, books)
- Family meals, brunches, or outings
- Children calling, visiting, or spending time with their mothers
Cultural Significance
- Considered one of the most emotionally significant holidays in the U.S.
- A day to reflect on the sacrifices, guidance, and unconditional love of mothers
- Extended to include grandmothers, stepmothers, adoptive mothers, and maternal guardians
Commercial Impact
- One of the most commercially successful holidays
- Americans spend over $30 billion annually on gifts and celebrations
- Businesses benefit from spikes in:
- Flower sales - Restaurant bookings - Greeting card purchases
Fun Facts
- Mother’s Day is the busiest day of the year for phone calls in the U.S.
- Over 80% of Americans celebrate the holiday
- Anna Jarvis later opposed the commercialization of the day she helped create
See Also
- Father's Day
- Valentine's Day
- American family values
- Holiday traditions in the United States
- Federal Holidays in the United States (Note: Mother’s Day is not a federal holiday)