Interesting Unknown Facts About Mother's Day

Mother's Day is celebrated in many countries around the world to honour and appreciate mothers and mother figures. This day is a great opportunity to express your love and gratitude towards your mother and show how much she means to you. But did you know that there are many interesting facts about Mother's Day that you might not be aware of? In this article, we will be exploring the top 10 facts about Mother's Day that you may find fascinating and surprising.

Origin of Mother's Day

The modern-day celebration of Mother's Day began in the United States in the early 20th century. Anna Jarvis, an American activist, started campaigning for a day to honour mothers in 1905, after the death of her own mother. The first official Mother's Day was celebrated in 1914.

Mother's Day in Different Countries

Mother's Day is celebrated on different dates in different countries. For example, in the United Kingdom, Mother's Day is celebrated on the fourth Sunday in Lent, while in the United States, it is celebrated on the second Sunday in May. Then there is 21st March too, which is celebrated as Arabic Mother’s Day in UAE, Bahrain, Comoros, Egypt, Iraq, Palestine, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Yemen, and other Middle East countries. 

Mother's Day Gifts

The most popular Mother's Day gifts include flowers, chocolates and greeting cards. However, in recent years, there has been a shift towards more personalised and unique gifts, such as photo albums, personalised jewellery and spa treatments.

Mother's Day Traditions

The date and traditions associated with the holiday vary greatly from country to country. In Ethiopia, families gather to sing and dance to honour their mothers, while in Mexico, Mother's Day is celebrated with a big family dinner. Also, in Thailand, parades are organised to show extend respect & gratitude towards mothers and it is customary to gift Jasmine on the D-day. In the country of Ethiopia, a three-day festival is celebrated to honour mothers, which involves relishing good food, singing and dancing.

Anna Jarvis' Disapproval

Anna Jarvis, the founder of Mother's Day, became increasingly disapproving of the commercialisation of the holiday in later years. She felt that the true meaning of Mother's Day was being lost amidst the buying and selling of Mother’s Day gifts and cards.

Different Names for Mother's Day

Mother's Day is known by many different names in different countries. In Thailand, it is called ‘Wan Mae’ (Mother's Day), while in Russia, it is called ‘International Women's Day.

Mother's Day Flower

The official flower of Mother's Day is the carnation. Anna Jarvis chose carnations because it was her mother's favourite flower and she believed they symbolised the purity, sweetness and endurance of motherhood.