All About Mother’s Day 2023: Date, History & Significance!

Mothers are God's most beautiful creation and we’re blessed to have them in our lives! With Mother’s Day just around the corner, let’s take a quick look at some fun facts surrounding this special occasion! 

Mark Your Calendars:  Mother’s Day 2023 In India!

In India, Mother’s Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of May every year, and will thus fall on the 14^th of May this year!

Mother’s Day History

Ancient Times: Early accounts of Mother’s Day celebrations in history date back to ancient times, when the Greeks and Romans held galas to honor the goddesses Rhea and Cybele. Both these goddesses were regarded as the symbols of motherhood, fertility, agriculture and nature! Furthermore, the Christian festival of “Mothering Sunday,” which was seen as a more devout day. As people would return to their “mother church,” or the primary church in their area on this day to attend a special prayer service.

However, over time, the Mother’s Day celebration has transformed into a more secular day!

Modern Times: The version of Mother’s Day you celebrate today originated in the 19^th century when an American activist Ann Reeves Jarvis decided to have a club with all the mothers in her area. In this club, she used to teach all the fellow moms how to properly take care of their children and also named it “Mother’s Day Work Club.”

Later, when Anna Maria Jarvis (the daughter of Ann Jarvis) grew up, she wanted to honor her mother along with all the mothers throughout the world for their selfless love and care. Therefore, she made efforts to commemorate a day of May, in which she along with her supporters held the celebrations  for Mother’s Day. 

Anna Jarvis’ perseverance paid off in 1914, after countless efforts. And the historic moment arrived when President Woodrow Wilson signed legislation making the 2^nd Sunday of May the official day to celebrate Mother’s Day.

Mother’s Day Significance In India

As we already know, India is a culturally rich country, and when it comes to celebrating our mothers, or “maa,” we don't hold back in showering them with love, gratitude, and wishes! On this day, people across India can be seen showing affection towards their mothers by giving them gifts, preparing their favorite meals, and more. 

Moreover, one can make this day even more memorable for their mothers by simply spending some quality time with them.

We all know that it doesn't matter what we give to our mothers on this special day; as she will cherish and reminisce even your little efforts lovingly. Nevertheless, you can always put in some special thoughts to make Mother’s Day a little extra special for your dearest Maa! 

Not sure how? Maybe you can give the following suggestions a try to add in that special touch:

• Send a heartfelt card or letter expressing your affection and gratitude
• Make a hand-made gift, such as a photo album, scrapbook, or jewelry
• Plan a special outing or activity, such as a dinner,  picnic, a spa day, or take her out for a nice movie 
• Make her favorite meal or dessert 
• Plan a family reunion or gathering so that your mother can spend time with all of her loved ones

Parting Thoughts!

Whatever it is that you’re planning to do on this Mother’s Day, we know that even the smallest gesture by you is more than enough to make your mother feel appreciated. Nonetheless, here’s a parting tip! Do the unexpected to catch your mom pleasantly surprised. Thank us later ;)