10th May is International Mother's Day
Do you feel like the Mother’s Day 2026 season is approaching fast? You’re not going mad, and there is no need to panic buy flowers just yet, though we’re sure Mum wouldn’t complain!
While Mother’s Day UK is on the 15th March this year, many other countries celebrate International Mother’s Day on the 10th May instead. To clarify the conclusion, we have outlined the differences between the two and explained why there are two different Mother’s Day dates.
Why Do Different Countries Celebrate Mother's Day on Different Dates?
Ever wondered why we don't all celebrate Mother’s Day on the same day? The two celebrations come from different origins:
- International Mother’s Day: It was declared an official celebration in the US in 1914. President Woodrow Wilson announced the creation of Mother's Day after Anna Jarvis’ campaign to establish a national day to celebrate mothers. Today, the second Sunday in May, is observed in more than 90 countries worldwide.
- Mothering Sunday (UK): This has deep religious roots. The name originally referred to people’s “mother” churches - that is, the church in which they were baptised or which they attended as children. Three weeks before Easter Sunday, workers would be given the day off to return to their mother church. This tradition meant they would be in their hometowns and often visit their families, sometimes bringing gifts from their wealthy employers. Over time, this evolved into the celebration that we recognise today.
Double the Celebration with Hay Hampers
Whether you are sending a gift for UK Mother’s Day in March or celebrating International Mother’s Day on May 10th, it's the perfect excuse to show your appreciation.
Order a Mother’s Day hamper from our collection, choose a delivery date in time for Mother's Day and we'll delivery directly to Mum a beautifully packed, delicious hamper.
For further Mother’s Day inspiration, discover five things to do on Mother’s Day as well as Mother’s Day message ideas.
