The Origin of Mother's Day Mother's Day is a special occasion celebrated around the world to honor mothers, motherhood, and maternal bonds. The celebration of Mother's Day has a rich history, starting from ancient times to present-day celebrations. Let's explore the origin story of Mother's Day. In ancient civilizations, many cultures celebrated and revered motherhood. The Greeks and Romans had festivals dedicated to various goddesses representing motherhood, such as Rhea and Cybele. The early Christians in England added a religious element to the celebration of motherhood - they created "Mothering Sunday," which fell on the fourth Sunday of Lent, and it was a day to thank the "Mother Church" and, by extension, their own mothers. The idea of a day dedicated solely to mothers came about in the United States in the early 1900s. The pioneer of the modern Mother's Day celebrations was Anna Jarvis. After her mother's death in 1905, Anna Jarvis started a campaign to recognize the hard work of mothers and to create a special holiday to honor them. In 1908, Jarvis organized the first official Mother's Day celebration at a church in West Virginia. It was a huge success, and quickly spread to other states. In 1914, President Woodrow Wilson signed a proclamation making Mother's Day a national holiday to be celebrated every year on the second Sunday in May. Since then, Mother's Day has been celebrated every year across the world, with varying dates and customs. In some countries, Mother's Day is celebrated on the same day as the United States, while in others, it is celebrated on different dates. In some countries, such as France, Mother's Day is celebrated by giving mothers flowers, while in others, such as Japan, it is celebrated by serving mothers breakfast in bed. Regardless of where and how it is celebrated, Mother's Day remains an important day to honor and appreciate the love, sacrifices, and hard work of mothers everywhere. This year, take some time to thank your own mother and all the mothers in your life for everything they do for you. Happy Mother's Day!