The UK date of this celebration is rooted in the Christian observance of Lent, with Mothering Sunday taking place on the fourth Sunday, exactly three weeks before Easter Sunday.
For most, spring brings the celebration of Mother’s Day - a day to celebrate mothers and mother figures.
Over time, this celebration came to the UK, where Mothering Sunday became widely known as Mother’s Day.
It earned various names, including Refreshment Sunday, Simnel Sunday — after the traditional Simnel cakes baked for the occasion — and Pudding Pie Sunday.
To ensure you prepare for the day ahead of time, here’s everything you need to know about Mother’s Day 2025 and how it’s celebrated worldwide.
