Mother's Day

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