WHEN is Mother's Day

While the day sets out to celebrate mothers in all forms, it can be a difficult time for bereaved parents. “We know from bereaved families that have experienced ...

One of the best ways to show that you are there for them is to send them a card with a sweet message inside. “The run-up can be worrying for mothers, fathers and relatives who have experienced the death of a baby and may need help to express how they feel and what they need. Alternatively, you can let them know in advance that you will be around to chat on the day if they need or, if they are feeling up to it, you can plan something special to do with them on the day such as take them out to afternoon tea or plan a spa trip together. If a friend or family member has lost their child, it can be hard to know what to say or do to help, but Sands says that even the simplest of actions can be a thoughtful way to show your friend you’re there. [For years, doctors told me I was just being dramatic. “You are still a mother and your bond with your child, whether they are here or not, is something to be proud of,” Sands says.

“Dad, what will it be like sharing your birthday with Mother's Day? Do we bring you breakfast in bed or mum?”. This was one of the questions our kids were ...

It is a brilliant event which brings together some of the top newsrooms in the country to answer a devilishly difficult set of questions whilst raising money for charity. If I close my eyes, I can still see the perfect condition Millennium Falcon that, for some inexplicable reason, she decided to swap for a “Sindy car” for one of my sisters. The only thing I have ever held against her is the fact that she once decided to give my prized possession away. It was a real pleasure to host the Ultimate News Quiz. I have visions of our rather bouncy Labrador Honey, trying to demolish the toast, dribbling profusely and jumping all over the bed like a lunatic. I won’t tell you what the kids and I have got for my wife, because I’m pretty sure she will read this article and that would ruin it. So Mum, if you’re sat reading this with a lovely bunch of flowers and some chocolates next to you, if I’m being honest… While my dad still steadfastly holds to that principle, our kids have been encouraged to embrace it a little more. The vast majority of countries follow the US example (so the day [ falls on 14 May](https://inews.co.uk/news/world/mothers-day-2022-when-date-uk-world-different-us-other-countries-explained-1617387?ico=in-line_link)) but here, we are celebrating it this weekend… It tends to fall on the fourth Sunday of Lent, three Sundays before Easter. [Mother’s Day](https://inews.co.uk/news/real-life/mothers-day-i-met-my-mum-adult-drug-addiction-912086?ico=in-line_link), or Mothering Sunday as my Auntie Gillian used to call it, is a movable feast. This was one of the questions our kids were posing this week.

Gemma Sherlock belongs to a club no one wants to be part of and ahead of Mothering Sunday she talks about the challenges she faces following her mother's ...

In 2023, Mother’s Day in the UK falls on March 19th, a day that will be one of the happiest times of the year for many mothers and rightly so. While the recognition and acknowledgment that Mother's Day can be uncomfortable, it doesn't necessarily help everyone. It's yet another email reminder that I don't need or want because normally I delete anything and everything that comes my way in relation to it. My mum, Tina, died of pancreatic cancer on March 19th, 2021, when the whole world was grieving from the coronavirus pandemic. I wear the badge with a heavy heart, and have done for two years. I belong to the club nobody wants to belong to, the motherless-daughter group.

Does she cook a fabulous feast on a Sunday or bake a brilliant birthday cake for her grandchildren? Whatever makes your mum special, we wanted to hear about it ...

What makes your mum the best?Our Karen is one in a millon. What makes your mum the best?My mum has the biggest kindest heart which I was lucky enough to restart with CPR! What makes your mum the best?My Mum is a legend. What makes your mum the best?She's always there for me at the end of the phone. She has a heart of gold and is the best nan and mum anyone could ask for. She is 84 and she is always the life and soul of the party.

After almost losing his mum twice, Nick Collier, aka Ella Vaday, has spoken about how much he treasures every moment with his mum - and the charity trek ...

I'm more terrified of camping than walking 100km", Nick admits, whilst Donna says she is "super proud" of him for the challenge he's taking on, hinting she wanted to be at the finish line to congratulate him when he's completed the trek. It was stressful to not be able to be there." When they were in Norwich, Donna was meant to go but she was too poorly, so they're making the most of every moment moving forward. It was the summer months so I put two and two together and got five. "I had stage two, which isn't okay, but it's not stage four. It's been a nightmare at times, but I'm getting there and I continue to get stronger.

Obi Cubana has taken to social media to celebrate hie wife on Mother's Day. The businessman also celebrated other mothers around the world.

"Happy Mothering Day to you Dearest Sister. Cause God made us Mothers to nurture and prosper." Happy Mothers' Sunday to you and all the amazing mothers world over!