Mother’s Day remains one of America’s most beloved celebrations—a moment to reflect on the love, sacrifice, and guidance of maternal figures across generations. With the holiday approaching on Sunday, May 11, 2025, families nationwide are making plans to honor mom in thoughtful, memorable ways.
📜 A Celebration With Deep Roots
Mother’s Day isn’t just a modern tradition—it has ancient roots:
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Ancient Civilizations: Greeks and Romans honored maternal goddesses like Rhea and Cybele with spring festivals.
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American Origins: The current U.S. version began after the Civil War, with Ann Reeves Jarvis promoting peace and unity through “Mother’s Work Days.”
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Official Recognition: President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed Mother’s Day a national holiday in 1914. By 1909, 45 states had already embraced it.
🎁 America’s #2 Gift-Giving Holiday
Second only to Christmas, Mother’s Day is a massive moment for giving and connection:
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Cards: Over 113 million cards are exchanged annually, many produced by Hallmark since the 1920s.
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Calls: In 2024, 394.2 million phone calls were made on Verizon’s network alone—nearly 28.3 million hours of conversation!
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Gift Spending: Popular gifts include:
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🍫 Chocolates: Symbolize love and joy.
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💎 Jewelry: Especially personalized pieces with engravings.
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🧖♀️ Self-care & spa treatments
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👗 Fashion & accessories for style-savvy moms.
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“Gift-giving activates brain areas tied to pleasure and reward,” says Dr. Jessica Andrews-Hanna, explaining why both giver and receiver benefit.
📞 The True Heart of the Holiday
While gifts matter, heartfelt connection remains the soul of Mother’s Day. Whether it’s a letter, a video call, or a shared memory, it’s about recognizing the irreplaceable role mothers play in our lives, every day, but especially on this one.
