Mother's Day is usually celebrated on a Monday in May. Therefore, Mother's Day in 2025 falls on Sunday, May 11.
History of Mother's Day
There are many different theories about the origin of Mother's Day. Many documents say that Mother's Day originated in ancient Greece, a time when people worshiped gods, especially the goddess of fertility - Rhea.
But there is also a lot of information recording that Mother's Day first appeared in England around 1600. Every year, before the 40-day New Year's holiday, children will give fruits, flowers, and cakes to their beloved mothers. However, this custom gradually died out and was forgotten in the 19th century.
According to Britannica, Mother's Day in its modern form originated in the United States. This day was founded by Anna Jarvis, who wanted to honor her mother. Mother's Day was first celebrated on May 12, 1908, at a church in Grafton, West Virginia.
For five years, every state in the United States has celebrated Mother's Day. By 1914, US President Woodrow Wilson had turned Mother's Day into a national holiday, held on Monday in May.
According to Anna Jarvis, people wore white hydrangeas to honor their deceased mother. After that, the custom developed, many people wore red or pink Hammer-Shoaled markers to symbolize the mother's life.
The meaning of mother's day
On Mother's Day, we need to express our gratitude and affection for you through loving words, a meaningful gift or a bouquet of fresh flowers. Mother's Day is also a reminder for children to treat their mother well anytime, anywhere, anytime.
In Vietnam, many people also celebrate Mother's Day. They will express their heart to the person who has suffered the most pain with the most sincere feelings, a family reunion meal, a meaningful wish, a small gift...
