Mother's Day

All about Mother's Day 💐

In the United States, Mother's Day is the second Sunday of May, so the date shifts each year between May 8 and May 14. It is a day to make a fuss over moms, grandmothers, and anyone who does the job.

Because it moves, it is easy to be caught off guard — a countdown is a good excuse to plan something a week ahead instead of the night before.

How people celebrate Mother's Day

• Breakfast in bed and handmade cards
• Flowers, especially carnations and tulips
• Family brunch or dinner out
• Phone calls to moms and grandmothers

Fun facts

• It became an official US holiday in 1914.
• It is one of the busiest days of the year for restaurants.
• Many countries celebrate on completely different dates.

The countdown above updates live in your own time zone, so the days, hours, minutes, and seconds always match your local clock.