When is Mother’s Day 2021 and why do we celebrate it?

We all love treating our mums, but Mothering Sunday is a great excuse to make a real fuss and go all-out. Every year, the occasion falls on a different date, which can lead to some confusion about when Mother’s Day actually is. In the UK, Mother’s Day usually falls on a Sunday in March, however, across the pond Americans usually celebrate in May.

Here’s all you need to know about Mother’s Day 2021:

When is Mother’s Day 2021 in Britain?

In the UK, Mother’s Day will be celebrated on Sunday, March 14, 2021.

The name is derived from the Christian observation of Mothering Sunday, however, it has been commercialised over the years, much like many Christian holidays such as Christmas and Easter.

Unfortunately, Britain will still be in lockdown for this year’s occasion, but it’ll still be possible to celebrate, even if it’s virtually.

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Since the early 1900s, the day has lost the majority of its link to religion and is more of a commercialised family day.

Why does the date change each year?

As Mother’s Day comes from Mothering Sunday, the celebration falls on a Sunday every year, much like Easter.

In Britain, we celebrate the occasion based on the patterns set by Easter and Lent, which is determined by the lunar calendar…

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From Express News UK - February 24, 2021