Here’s What you Should Know about Mother’s Day

Here's What you Should Know about Mother's Day
There is much debate regarding having one day for mothers because they should be celebrated and pampered every day and not just once a year. While this may be correct, Mother's Day should still be observed, even if as a reminder or an occasion. On this very day, you must make her feel special and speak your heart out (if you don't on regular days). Be it in the form of words, actions, gifts, or anything else, this day gives you the chance to let her know how much you appreciate her and make her feel loved and adored. Now, if you wish to memorably celebrate Mother's Day 2022; you must know the when, how and origin of the day to understand what it truly means to your mom. So, let's dig into the mysteries and lesser-known facts about Mother's Day.

When is Mother's Day?

[caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="399"] Source: GIPHY[/caption] This year, Mother's Day is on 8th May 2022. You didn’t know the date? No problem, as long as you didn’t let your mom know that you had no clue about it. Mother’s Day in Singapore always falls in May, but the dates keep changing. The best way to keep tabs on the date is to remember that it falls on the second Sunday of May. We have given a list of the Mother’s Day dates for the next five years, so bookmark them in your calendar.
YEAR DATE
2023 14th May
2024 12th May
2025 11th May
2026 10th May
2027 9th May

Why is Mother's Day Celebrated?

[caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="579"] Source: GIPHY[/caption] The most important question is why we celebrate Mother's Day! To answer this question, we need a time machine to take us back to the year 1864 (just kidding). However, we do have to go back in time to study Anna Jarvis- the mastermind of Mother’s Day. Anna Jarvis was born in 1864 and grew to become an activist. She is known as the inventor of Mother’s Day because of her efforts to honour her mother- Ann Jarvis. Ann spent most of her life building awareness about the low infant mortality rate. She aimed to increase the rate and educate mothers on preventive steps. After the passing of Ann in 1905, Anna wanted to honour her efforts nobly, that’s when National Mother’s Day came into being. In 1908 on May 10, she hosted the first Mother’s Day function in Grafton, West Virginia (her hometown). Soon, the President of the United States- Woodrow Wilson, caught wind of Ann’s societal contribution and Anna’s efforts to celebrate Mother’s Day. In 1914, they decided to make it a national holiday to be held on the second Sunday of May. However, the idea of Mother's Day celebrations has changed over the years, with gifting and pampering sessions. What started as an honour to Ann Jarvis has now become a day to honour all mothers across the world. Anna was most disappointed by the commercialisation of the holiday, but we can’t help rejoicing at the fact that our mothers get an internationally acclaimed day to themselves.

How to celebrate Mother's Day 2022? 

Whether you honour Ann Jarvis or your mom or both on this day, you can make it incredible with the best ideas to celebrate Mother’s Day in Singapore (and across the globe).

Flowers 

mothers day flowers The number 1 present is sending flowers on Mother's Day. Flowers are and will always continue to be the greatest gift for your mom because like her they are tough buds and look stunning when they bloom.

Gifts 

mothers day gifts There is a plethora of Mother's day gifting ideas to explore, and at least one will tickle her fancy. Whether she is a plant parent, adventurous, a reader, or a fashionista, she should be given an ideal gift.

Quality Time 

Give her Me-Time There is no present like your time! Lend her your ear and presence of mind to make the most of one day, especially if you celebrate this day just once a year. This Mother's Day 2022, make heart-warming memories with her.

Give her Me-Time

Give her Me-Time There is no denying that moms are the most overworked people! So, a day to herself to celebrate Mother's Day will be heavenly. Whether she lazes all day in bed or goes to a spa, it will be her way of making the most of Mother's Day in Singapore.

Lavish Brunch/Lunch

Lavish Brunch with mom on mothers day A great way to spend a long time and treat your mom is by having a lavish meal. You can have a brunch, lunch, or dinner, either way, it is about relishing the food, drinks, and each other’s company. Gossip to your heart’s content while indulging your taste buds.

Visit New Places 

Visit New Places You are never too old to visit new places. You can be a tourist in your own city and check out the fun and happening activities. A wonderful idea of Mother's Day celebrations is to visit new bars and party like college kids.

About the author

Gurnika Talwar

Gurnika Talwar is FNP’s marketing and creative content writer and has been with the firm since 2020. She is based in Delhi, India and has been in this field for 2+ years.
She started her journey as a freshman but since then has created content on several mediums. With blogging on gift ideas, food, gardening tips and whatnot as her primary goal, she has also curated content for social media and brand films. As a storyteller, she creates original, genuine, and relatable content to connect with the mass. Besides work, you’ll find her chit-chatting about movies or making sarcastic jokes.