Looking for the perfect Mother's Day message for your card? Here are over seventy original Mother's Day messages, fresh off the press for 2023. Enjoy!
Mother's Day messages can be from so many different people and can be used for sending as a text message or beautiful Mother's Day card. Even if you and your mother are apart, you can still remind her of how much she means to you with a special card and beautiful message.
So whether you’re a son, daughter, daughter-in-law or a husband (or wife) wishing to tell your wife just how great she is as a mum or even a new mum, or you just want to tell her you’re thinking of her and give her a laugh, here are over seventy original Mother’s Day messages organised into handy groups for you.
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From a daughter | from a daughter-in-law | From a son | from a son-in-law | From kids / the children | Funny messages | To an adopted or foster mum | From a husband or partner | New mum | From baby | To grandma | From a close friend
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Mother’s Day messages from a daughter
Nobody can truly replace a great mum. She’s your best friend and your guide, your teacher and someone you can confide in. Tell her how much she means, with these beautiful messages from a daughter to her mum.
- You are not just my mum but also my confidant, my best friend.
- There are not enough words to express how much you mean to me, Mum.
- Happy Mother's Day to the most amazing mum in the world. You mean everything to me and I love you more than words can say.
- Being compared to you is the highest compliment I can receive.
- Happy Mother's Day to the most amazing mum. You are the foundation of our family and we are so grateful for all that you do. Thank you for always being there for us.
- Happy Mother's Day to my amazing mother, who has always been a source of love, support, and guidance. Thank you for everything you do.
- Happy Mother's Day to the world's best mum. I love you with all my heart.
- Thanks to you, I am who I am today. Happy Mother's Day!
- Happy Mother's Day to the best mum ever. I feel so blessed to have you in my life. Thank you for always believing in me and for all that you do for me. I love you so much.
- Happy Mother's Day Mum! You're the sweetest and we love you more than words can say. Have a great day!
- Happy Mother's Day to the most caring, compassionate, and loving mother in the world.
From a daughter-in-law
It’s great to have a second mum, isn’t it! Let her know how much you appreciate her as a mother-in-law with these heartfelt messages.
- Happy Mother's Day to the most amazing mum!
- We are so grateful for everything you do for our family. You truly are the glue that holds us together.
- Happy Mother's Day to the best mum ever! Thank you for making our days fun and for taking care of us.
Mother’s Day messages from a son
Sons hold a special place in their mum’s hearts and the right message will make her day.- I couldn't have asked for a better mum than you – you make me proud to be your son.
- I wish you a day of relaxation and enjoyment, you truly deserve it.
- To the best mum a son could ask for. Oh, and thanks, mum, for never showing me up in front of my mates.
- Thanks for being you, Mum. Happy Mother's Day!
- Mum, you are the best! We appreciate all that you do for us and we are so lucky to have you. Happy Mother's Day!
- Mum, thank you for all the love and care you have given me. I’m so grateful for all that you do, and I love you. Happy Mother's Day!
- Wishing you a very happy Mother's Day, filled with love and joy. You deserve all the happiness in the world.
- Happy Mother's Day to the most wonderful mum. You are the best mum I could have ever asked for.
- Happy Mother's Day to the most amazing mum. Thank you for always being there for me and supporting me.
Messages from a Son-in-law
Well, you have your own mum and now you have a second one too! Lucky you – tell her how lucky you are to have her as a mum-in-law and score points with her and your wife for your well-chosen Mother's Day messages! If you’re a son-in-law, choosing the right words for your mother-in-law is a great way to show her how you appreciate your new mum.
- Happy Mother's Day to the most incredible mum. Thank you for everything you do for our family. We are so lucky to have you as our mum.
- Happy Mother's Day to the ultimate mum! We are so grateful for all that you do for us.
- Mum, we couldn't do it without you. Thank you for all you do for our family. We hope you have a wonderful Mother's Day.
- On this special day, we want you to know how much we appreciate all that you do as a mother. Have a wonderful Mother's Day.
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Mother’s Day messages from the Children / kids
Here are a great bunch of Mother’s Day messages suitable for writing from the children. Yes dad (or partner) this probably falls down to you, so let’s make it easier for you, starting with these perfect messages.
- Happy Mother's Day Mum! You're our superhero, keeping our family together and making every day better. We love you!
- Wishing you a very happy Mother's Day, mum! You are the best and we are so grateful to have you in our lives.
- Happy Mother's Day to the most wonderful mum in the world!
- On this special day, we want to wish the most incredible mum in the universe a happy Mother's Day. You are truly amazing and we are so grateful for you.
Funny Mother’s Day messages
Mums like to laugh too, so make your special mum laugh on Mother’s Day with our collection of amusing and funny Mother’s Day card messages.
- From your favourite child, to my favourite mum - happy Mother's Day!
- My apologies for driving you up the wall, it's just a sign of my love for you!
- I am grateful to have inherited your traits and characteristics, but especially your looks and legs.
- So, rather embarrassingly Mum, it turns out you were right all along.
- Without you, I wouldn't be where I am today – quite literally!
- You deserve the world, mum, but can this card be a good start?
- Thank you for all your patience while raising me. Now, where’s my washing?
- You must be the greatest mum ever, just look at how well you did with me!
- My love for you is greater even than the pile of laundry I give you each week. Yes that great…
- As a baby I couldn’t thank you, but now I can. Thank you for all the nappy changes, meals, clearing the meals back up from the floor and the ever changing outfits. You truly are an incredible mum.
To an adopted or foster mum
Let her know how much she has meant as a foster mum or adopted mum, with these heartfelt messages.
- You have been my guiding light, Mum. Thank you for shaping me into the person I am today.
- Your unwavering care and support have meant the world to me. I love you, Mum.
- Your presence in my life has been a constant source of strength and inspiration. Thank you, Mum.
- I am blessed to have you as my mother, you are always my safe haven.
- I am proud to be your child and I thank you for being the best mum in the world.
- Mum, I am so grateful for everything you have done for me and for teaching me to be a kind person and instilling good morals and values in me. I love you more than you can know.
- Mum, thank you for always having faith in me. I love you more than words can express. Happy Mother's Day.
Mother’s Day message from a husband or partner
Because it’s Mother’s Day, you can use this as another opportunity to show your wife or better half that you care and appreciate all she does all year.
- I am blessed to have a wife who is not only my partner in life, but also an amazing mother to our child.
- I am grateful for all the hard work and dedication you put into raising our child.
- Thank you for always putting our family first and going the extra mile.
- Happy Mother's Day to the most incredible mother our child could ever ask for.
- I have learned so much about parenthood from watching you, and I am in awe of your devotion and care for our child.
- As the best wife someone could wish for, you are also an amazing mother. I am grateful to have you by my side as we raise our children.
- Being a parent is not always easy, but it's a joy to go through it all with you.
- You are an inspiration to me and our kids, and they are so lucky to have you as a mother.
- Thank you for all that you do for our family. Our children are truly blessed to have you as their mother.
- Happy Mother's Day to the most loving and caring mum our family could ask for.
- You hold our family together with your love and care, thank you for being an amazing mum.
Mother’s Day messages to a new mum
What a wonderful time this can be for new mums! Celebrate her first Mother’s Day with this selection of inspirational and caring messages.
- Congratulations on your first Mother's Day! May it be filled with joy and happiness as you continue to nurture your little one.
- I can see how much you have grown into a fantastic mother, it's truly inspiring.
- Your baby is truly blessed to have you as a mother. You are doing an amazing job.
- Congratulations on your first Mother's Day, you're already doing an incredible job as a mum.
- Being a new mum can be tough, but you're handling it like a pro. Happy first Mother's Day.
- You're already such an amazing mum, I can't wait to see what the future holds for you and your little one. Happy Mother's Day – the first of many.
- Your first Mother's Day is a special one, enjoy it to the fullest and know that you're loved and appreciated as a mum.
- Being able to witness your journey into motherhood has been a true privilege and brought me so much happiness.
- Your natural talents and qualities as a sister/friend/daughter/spouse have transferred seamlessly into your role as a mother, you excel at both.
- Today is a special day dedicated to celebrating you, a new and wonderful mother, make sure to take the time to relax and enjoy it.
- Read on for some messages from baby…
Mother’s day message from baby
Sending her a card from the baby is just too cute! Add a touch by giving her a special message straight from your baby’s thoughts to the page with these thoughtful messages from baby to their new mummy.
- Can’t wait to tell you how much I love you. But I’m sure you know already.
- Hey mummy. So I like milk, I really like making a mess and waking you up to see you in the night. But I love being with you the best…
- Mum, you’re the best. You must be to put up with all those dirty nappies, midnight feeds and still look after me so well all day too!
To grandmother
Grannies are great and often hold a special place in their grandkids’ hearts. Show the how much they mean to their grandchildren with these special messages.
- Thanks for being such a great grand mum, and giving your unwavering support, encouragement and patience through the years.
- Thank you for being the constant in our lives, grandma. Wishing you a happy Mother's Day!
- Wishing you a Mother's Day filled with as much happiness as you have brought to our lives.
- On this special day, we wish you all the love and happiness that you have given us. Have a wonderful Mother's Day!
- On this special day and every day, you are our shining light and guiding force. We love you immensely. Happy Mother's Day!
Message from a close friend
As a close friend who considers their friend to be a second mother these messages are perfect for Mother’s Day.
- To my best friend and personal therapist, happy Mother's Day.
- I look up to you as a role model and an inspiration.
- Sending you love and wishes on this Mother's Day from the luckiest friend in the world.
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