134 Things To Say On Mother’s Day – Collection of Mother’s Day Messages and Quotes

Things To Say On Mother's Day - Collection of Mother’s Day Messages and Quotes

Last updated on March 28th, 2025

Mothers are heroes and mentors who deserve to be celebrated. They teach us how to be good people in this world, raise us up when we fall down, and always know when we need them the most. If you’re stuck with things to say on Mother’s day, we have compiled the most inspiring, thoughtful, funny and touching quotes and Mother’s Day messages that you can say or write to your mum. You’ll find that these messages are ideal to use with any personalised mother’s day cards.

 

Sweet & Simple Messages  l  Appreciation Messages  l  Messages of Praise  l  Messages from Daughter

Messages from Son  l  Funny Messages  l  Inspirational Quotes  l  New Mum Messages  l  Step Mum Messages

Far Away Mum  l  Like a Mother Messages  l  Heart Warming Quotes  l  Wise Quotes  l  3 Bonus Tips

 

Sweet and Simple Mother’s Day Messages

Sweet and Simple Mother's Day Messages

Mother’s Day is a special day for every mum. It’s the perfect time to show them how much we love and appreciate them. Here’s a list of sweet messages that you can send to your mum to show her how much you care.

  • I am so lucky to have you as my mother. I love you so much!
  • Happy Mother’s Day, Mum! I hope this year is your best Mother’s Day ever!
  • Thank you for being my mum and for always being there for me when I need help or advice. You are the best mum in the world!
  • You are an amazing mother and I am so grateful that you are my mother too. Happy Mother’s Day, Mum!
  • Wishing you a Mother’s Day that’s as wonderful as you are, Mum. Thank you for always putting your family first and making our lives so special.
  • You are the heartbeat of our family, Mum. Thank you for always putting your heart and soul into everything you do.
  • Happy Mother’s Day to a mum who’s full of grace, wisdom and kindness. You are truly one of a kind.
  • Thank you mum for being my rock, my inspiration and my best friend. Wishing you a Mother’s Day filled with love, joy and all the little things that make you happy.
  • You make love look effortless, Mum. Thank you for every little thing you do—today and always.
  • Happy Mother’s Day to the woman who taught me how to be strong, kind and true to myself.
  • Your hugs are home, your words are comfort and your love is everything. I’m so lucky to call you Mum.
  • No words can fully express how grateful I am for you, Mum—but I hope this message brings a smile to your face today.
  • You’ve always believed in me, even when I didn’t believe in myself. Thank you for being my biggest cheerleader.
  • Every day I appreciate you more, but today I get to tell you just how much you mean to me. Happy Mother’s Day!
  • Mum, your love has shaped who I am in the best way possible. I love you more than words can say.
  • Thank you for being the heart of our home and the soul of our family. You make life beautiful.

Mother’s Day Messages of Appreciation

Mother's Day Messages of Appreciation

You can show your appreciation for all that mum does by getting her flowers, taking her out to dinner, or send her a thoughtful card. However, sometimes it’s hard to find the right words to say.

Below are some mother’s day messages of appreciation that will help you express your gratitude:

  • Thank you for always being there for me with exactly what I needed.
  • You’re my best friend and I love you.
  • Out of all the mums in the world, I’m so grateful that your mine.
  • Now that I’m older, I simply feel appreciation and admiration for you. I wish to become a mum as wonderful as you one day.
  • You have been my biggest cheerleader and my rock through thick and thin. I appreciate all the sacrifices you’ve made and the endless love you’ve given. Happy Mother’s Day!
  • You are the reason I am who I am today. Thank you for instilling in me your values, your strength and your kindness. I am grateful for you every day, but especially on Mother’s Day.
  • To the best mum in the world, I want to say thank you for all the times you’ve wiped away my tears, picked me up when I fell and cheered me on when I succeeded. Your love is unconditional and means the world to me. Happy Mother’s Day!
  • Mum, you have taught me the value of hard work, determination and perseverance. Your unwavering support has given me the courage to chase my dreams and never give up. Thank you so much and I hope you have an amazing day.
  • Your love has been a constant in my life, even when everything else felt uncertain. I appreciate all the times you put your needs aside to take care of us and create a loving home.
  • Thank you Mummy, for all the times you’ve made me laugh, all the memories we’ve shared, and all the moments we’ve cherished. You are my sunshine and I love you more than words can express.
  • You are a shining example of what it means to be strong, loving and selfless. Your grace and kindness inspire me every day, and I am so grateful to have you as my mother.
  • I may not say it every day, but please know how deeply I appreciate everything you’ve done for me, Mum. You are truly one in a million.
  • Your quiet strength and endless patience have shaped me in ways I’m only now beginning to understand. Thank you for always being my guide.
  • Thank you for your wisdom, your warmth and your way of making everything better just by being there.
  • No one gives comfort like you do. Your words, your hugs, your love—they’ve seen me through every stage of life.
  • You’ve never asked for thanks, but you deserve it more than anyone I know. So today, I just want to say it plainly: thank you, Mum.
  • Mum, you’ve always been the glue that held everything together, even during the toughest times. I see it all now, and I appreciate you more than ever.
  • Thank you for the little things, the big things, and everything in between. Your love is the greatest gift I’ve ever known.
  • I admire your strength, your grace and your ability to make even ordinary days feel special. Thank you for being such an incredible mum.
  • Every memory I treasure has you in it—your laughter, your care, your unwavering belief in me. Thank you for being the heart of our family.
  • No matter how far I go, your love is my compass. Thank you for being my constant, my calm and my home.

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Mother’s Day Messages of Praise

Mother's Day Messages of Praise

Mother’s Day is a day to praise the women who have given us life.

  • Mum, you are the backbone of our family and I will never forget that.
  • Our house is the happiest place to be, all thanks to you!
  • Happy Mother’s Day to my incredible teacher, best friend, and also least expensive therapist!
  • I am so grateful for our beautiful family – you made that happen.
  • Mum, you are the embodiment of grace, strength and resilience. Your unwavering spirit and positive attitude inspire me every day. Happy Mother’s Day!
  • Thank you for being the kind of mum who always puts her family first. Your selflessness and dedication are truly remarkable, and I am in awe of all that you do.
  • You are a true role model, not just for me but for everyone lucky enough to know you. Your kindness, generosity, and compassion are an inspiration to us all.
  • You are the perfect combination of warmth, humour and intelligence, and I admire you more than words can say.
  • Dearest Mum, you are a shining star in my life, and I am so grateful for all that you do. Your unconditional love and unwavering support are a constant source of comfort and strength.
  • Thank you for being that mum who always knows just what to say and do. Your wisdom and insight have helped me navigate life’s challenges, and I am forever grateful.
  • The creativity, talent and intelligence that you show has always inspired me to strive for greatness. Your encouragement and support have given me the confidence to pursue my dreams.
  • You are a true superhero! Your ability to juggle a million things at once while still maintaining your sense of humour and your sanity is nothing short of incredible.
  • As the heart and soul of our family, your love and devotion have created a warm and welcoming home that we all cherish.
  • You’re not just a wonderful mum—you’re the kind of woman I aspire to be. Strong, loving and endlessly inspiring.
  • Every challenge you’ve faced, you’ve met with courage. Every moment of joy, you’ve shared with love. I’m in awe of you, Mum.
  • You’ve turned everyday moments into lifelong memories, and our family is stronger, happier and better because of you.
  • You’ve always led with love and lived with purpose. Thank you for being an example of how to live a beautiful life.
  • Your presence brings peace, your words bring comfort, and your love brings joy. We are all better because of you.
  • You make motherhood look graceful, even when I know it hasn’t always been easy. You are simply extraordinary.
  • Your patience, wisdom and warmth have shaped our family’s story. Thank you for being the heart of it all.
  • You’ve built a family filled with love, laughter and strength—and that’s entirely because of you.
  • Thank you for being a woman of strength and substance. The way you love, lead and care is something I admire more each year.
  • Mum, your light brightens every life you touch. Today is all about celebrating the amazing woman you are.

Mother’s Day Messages from Daughter or Daughter-in-Law

Mother's Day Messages from Daughter or Daughter-in-Law

Mums do everything from cooking to cleaning, and all of that without complaining.

  • Dear Mum, I’m so lucky to have you. I hope you know that no matter what happens in my life, I’ll always be your daughter.
  • Mum, you’re amazing! You’re the best role model I could have ever wanted!
  • All that I am today, I owe to you.
  • Happy Mother’s Day to a very special person who is truly like a mother to me.
  • Thank you for raising such an amazing son who has become the love of my life. Your kindness and generosity have made a profound impact on our family.
  • To my incredible mum, thank you for being a source of wisdom, guidance and a shoulder to lean on in my life. Your love and generosity are truly appreciated.
  • Mum, you are the epitome of grace, elegance and beauty. Your presence lights up every room you enter, and your love brightens every day.
  • You’ve shown me what it means to be strong, loving and endlessly giving. I hope I can be even half the mum you are one day.
  • Every life lesson you taught me, I carry with pride. Thank you for shaping me into the woman I am today.
  • You’ve been my teacher, my confidante and my best friend. I’m so lucky to call you Mum.
  • Your love has always been my safe place. Thank you for being my anchor through life’s ups and downs.
  • Happy Mother’s Day to the woman who made my childhood magical and my adulthood meaningful.
  • To my lovely mum-in-law, thank you for welcoming me into your family with open arms and a kind heart. I appreciate you more than words can say.
  • Your strength, compassion and quiet resilience inspire me every single day. Thank you for being the incredible mum you are.
  • You’ve taught me to lead with kindness and live with purpose. I’ll carry those lessons forever.
  • Mum, thank you for being my biggest cheerleader, even when I doubted myself. Your belief in me changed everything.
  • I’m proud to be your daughter and even more proud to be your friend. You’re simply the best.

Mother’s Day Messages from Son or Son-in-Law

Mother's Day Messages from Son or Son-in-Law

Celebrate the woman who continues to be your rock.

  • Happy Mother’s Day from the luckiest son on the planet!
  • Thank you mum for raising me into the man I am today. Happy Mother’s Day!
  • Happy Mother’s Day to my “second mum.” I am very lucky to have two awesome mums.
  • I’m so grateful to have such an amazing mother-in-law in my life. You are an incredible woman who is always there for me when I need you most.
  • Mum, your strength and love have been the foundation of everything good in my life. Thank you for always being there.
  • Wishing you a Mother’s Day filled with the same love and care you’ve given me all these years. You mean the world to me.
  • You’ve guided me with wisdom, supported me with kindness and loved me unconditionally. I’m forever grateful to call you Mum.
  • Happy Mother’s Day to a true queen—thank you for raising me with love, patience and endless dedication.
  • To my wonderful mother-in-law, thank you for raising the woman I love and for treating me like one of your own.
  • Your guidance has shaped my life in ways I’ll never fully be able to repay. I’m proud to be your son.
  • I’ve grown up knowing what unconditional love looks like because of you. Thank you for being my rock, Mum.
  • Mum, you’ve always been my biggest supporter and my quiet hero. I hope today you feel just as celebrated as you deserve.
  • To my mother-in-law, thank you for trusting me with your daughter’s heart and welcoming me so warmly into your family.
  • Your strength, your wisdom and your humour have all made a lasting impression on my life. Happy Mother’s Day to an amazing woman.

Funny Mother’s Day Messages

Funny Mother's Day Messages

  • Mum you’re like a paper towel, you’re always around me!
  • I love you more than I love my phone.
  • Mum, you’re definitely one of my favourite parents.
  • I love you more than (insert brother or sisters name here) does.
  • Congratulations, you did an amazing job brining me up to be awesome!

Inspirational Quotes to Use for Mother’s Day

Inspirational Quotes to Use for Mother's Day

  • “Life doesn’t come with a manual, instead it comes with a mother.”
  • “All that I am I owe to my mother.”
  • “If I know what love is, it is because of you.”
  • “Mums are like buttons — they hold everything together.”

Mother’s Day Messages for New Mums

Mother’s Day Messages for New Mums

Being a new mum can be terrifying and fantastic all at the same time. Letting her know how much of a dazzling mum she is and just how much you count on her is guaranteed to make her day. So, take a look at these lovely messages to assist you in simply saying that.

  • This is the start of a new, amazing journey via motherhood. Here’s to a memorable very first Mother’s Day!
  • Thanks for our gorgeous baby – the best present you have ever given me. I’m so thrilled to share the journey of being parents with my love and best friend. Happy first Mother’s Day!
  • Thanks for bringing this little bundle of joy into this world. You are an incredible Mum. Have a fantastic Mother’s Day!
  • I’m so proud of how you dealt with bringing our child into the world, you are so strong! You are a remarkable wife and already an outstanding mum. Happy first Mother’s Day.
  • To my special Mummy. Happy first Mother’s Day! I love you loads.

Mother’s Day Messages for Step Mums

Mother's Day Messages for Step Mums

Step mums are always a special someone in the family. They give up their time and effort to be there for their partner’s children. So, it is important to show them some love on Mother’s Day too!

  • I am so grateful for you. You have been such a wonderful part of our family.
  • You don’t know how much I appreciate you. Thank you for everything that you do for us!
  • You are such an amazing person and I am so lucky to have you as my step mum.
  • Thank you for all the love and support that you give me every single day!
  • Biology is the least of what makes a person a mother. I love you and am honoured you are a part of my life.
  • I know we’re not related by blood but you have always been like a mum to me.

For A Mother Who Lives Far Away

For A Mother Who Lives Far Away

If you live far away from Mum than you ‘d like, we’ve assembled some heartfelt messages that will go the distance this Mother’s Day.

  • Missing you Mum, can’t wait to be together again so that we can have a proper celebration. Have a wonderful Mother’s Day and thank you so much for everything!
  • We may be apart yet I think about you every single day, I love you Mummy, happy Mother’s Day!
  • Mum, thank you for holding it together and keeping all of us going in these unusual times. We love you! Happy Mother’s Day!

Things to Say on Mother’s Day to Someone Who is Like a Mother

Things to Say on Mother's Day to Someone Who is Like a Mother

Sometimes we don’t even acknowledge that they are like mothers for us – grandmas, a mentor, an older sister. Whether they look after us, teach us or are simply there when we need them, Mother’s Day is the best time to show how much you love and value them.

  • To the kindest woman I know, Happy Mother’s Day! You are just like a mum to me!
  • You’ve been like a Mum to me – a person I can trust and easily talk to about all my secrets. Have a brilliant Mother’s Day!
  • You are extremely special and I am so glad you are an important part of my life!
  • Thank you so much for being the mother that I needed. I am very grateful for all that you have done for me. Happy Mother’s Day!
  • Words cannot explain how much you mean to me! Love you so much and wish you a happy Mother’s Day!
  • I am so lucky to have you in my life. Thank you for always being there. You are the best mother I could ever hope for.
  • Thank you for all the sacrifices you have made and all the love you have given me. You are an amazing woman and I am so lucky to call you my mum.
  • You are an angel that has helped me grow into the person I am today, and I will forever be grateful to have been raised by such a loving woman like yourself.

Heart-Warming Mother’s Day Quotes

Heart-Warming Mother's Day Quotes

If you’re finding it difficult to come up with words of your own, then borrow someone else’s! Here are a few of the best, loveliest quotes from all types of individuals, suitable for adding a little sparkle to your card or any personalised Mother’s Day gifts that you may choose to give her.

  • “My mother is a walking miracle.” – Leonardo DiCaprio
  • “My mother, she is beautiful, softened at the edges, and tempered with a spine of steel. I want to grow old and be like her.” – Jodi Picoult
  • “Acceptance, tolerance, bravery, compassion. These are the things my mum taught me.” – Lady Gaga
  • “Mama was my greatest teacher, a teacher of compassion, love and fearlessness. If love is sweet as a flower, then my mother is that sweet flower of love.” – Stevie Wonder
  • “Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the women who have shaped our lives,” – Oprah Winfrey.
  • “The most important thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother,” – President Barack Obama.

Wise Mother’s Day Quotes

Wise Mother's Day Quotes

  • “A mother’s love for her child is like nothing else in the world. It knows no law, no pity. It dares all things and crushes down remorselessly all that stands in its path.” – Agatha Christie
  • “The natural state of motherhood is unselfishness.” – Jessica Lange
  • “A mother’s love endures through all.” – Washington Irving
  • “A mother’s arms are more comforting than anyone else’s.” – Princess Diana

3 Bonus Tips to Make Your Mother’s Day Messages Even More Special

3 Bonus Tips to Make Your Mother’s Day Messages Even More Special

If you’d like to make your Mother’s day message more unique and extra special, try these 3 additional tips:

1) Make your message personalised – Find out what she likes and use that as a basis for your message.

2) Make it sentimental – Share some of the best memories that you have of her with her in this message.

3) Make it memorable – Surprise her by doing something different this year, or make a video or recording of yourself singing a song for her.

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