What to write in a Mother's Day card

It’s hard to know what to write in a Mother's Day card for someone who does so much for us, day in and day out. A meaningful message inside a personalised Mother’s Day card is a beautiful way to express love and gratitude for the most important woman in our lives.

But we all know how hard this can be!

The day is about spending time with your mum, not scratching your head thinking of things to write in a Mother's Day card. So, to give you some inspiration, we’ve created a guide with different Mother’s Day messages for various kinds of mums.

Personalised Mother’s Day gifts like photo mugs, custom cushions and engraved keyrings are perfect for pairing with your thoughtful card and ensuring she feels like the luckiest Mum in the world!

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Mother’s Day card messages for Mum
Mother’s Day card messages for stepmum
Mother’s Day card messages for Grandma
Mother’s Day card messages for Mum in-law
Mother’s Day card messages for a Mother figure
Mother's Day card messages for a Mother-to-Be
Mother's Day card messages for a New Mother
Mother’s Day card messages for foster mums
Mother’s Day card messages from kids
Mother’s Day card messages for a wife or partner
Mother’s Day card message for pet mums
Funny Mother’s Day card messages

What is Mother’s Day?

Top tips for writing a Mother's Day card message:

• Write from the heart to try to add a personal touch
• You know your mum the best and you'll know what she’ll like
• Include your favourite memories
• Show your gratitude and appreciation
• Use humor 
• End with a closing message

We know how much your mum means to you. You know how much she means to you. But trying to express that feeling in words is very difficult. Don’t worry if your mind is blank- we’re here (with 57 message ideas for your Mother’s Day card)!

To create this list, we’ve put ourselves into the shoes of many different mums and considered what they’d appreciate the most.

Starting your card with “Happy Mother’s Day” is always a good place to start. Feel free to get creative and change this up to suit your writing style. After this, we’d recommend an extra little message that shows your love and appreciation - so here are a few ideas to get you started:

Mother’s Day card messages for Mum:

• Thanks for putting up with me for all these years! I know it can’t have been easy!
• Mum, thank you for always being my rock.
• Your love and kindness mean the world to me.
• I'm so grateful for everything you’ve done for us.
• You’ve made us the people we are today, and we couldn’t have done it without you!
• You’re my greatest inspiration and my best friend.
• Thank you for being the best mum ever!
• No words will ever be able to express my gratitude for you, nor express how much I love you.
• You're the heart and soul of this family; we love you so much!
• You’ve guided me through life so beautifully.
• You’re the most extraordinary Mum!
• Thanks for always being there, as a best friend & a Mum.

Mother’s Day card messages for stepmums:

• I’m so grateful that you came into my life.
• You’ve brought so much joy to our family

Mother’s Day card messages for Grandma:

• You’re the best Nan!
• Your wisdom guides me every day.
• You have taught me so much, and I love learning from you.
• You bring our family together, and we all love you so much!
• We’re so lucky to have you!
• You’ve always been my role model.
• You fill me with so much joy & happiness.
• Mother’s Day card messages for Mum in-law:
• Thank you for always being so welcoming and treating me like family!
• You raised a fantastic son/daughter and should be very proud!

Mother’s Day card messages for Mum in-law:

• Thank you for always being so welcoming and treating me like family!
• You raised a fantastic son/daughter and should be very proud!

Mother’s Day card messages for a mother figure:

• Thank you for everything!
• You’ve always been like a Mum to me. Thank you for making me feel loved and safe!
• Having you in my life is a blessing.
• Your support means the world to me.

Mother's Day card messages for a Mother-to-Be:

• It won’t be long until your little one arrives, and I know you’ll be an incredible Mum.
• I can’t wait to begin your journey to Motherhood with you!
• I’m so excited for you to become a Mummy!
• The journey of Motherhood looks good on you!

Mother's Day card messages for a new mother:

• You could begin with: “Your first Mother’s Day!” And follow with:
• I hope today is as special as you! It’s the first of many and you deserve the best!
• I hope your little one treats you well today!
• Manifesting all of the sleep and cuddles on this magical day.
• It’s so beautiful watching you become a Mother.
• I hope your day is full of love and cuddles, as should every day!
• You’re such a fantastic Mum, [name] is so lucky to have you!
• I am always here if you need anything at all! (food, cuddles or laughs!)

Mother’s Day card messages for foster mums/ adoptive mums:

• Although you’re not my birthmum, my love for you is unconditional.
• I’m so grateful for your patience and kindness. Thank you!
• Thank you for all you’ve done for me. I feel so lucky to have you.

Mother’s Day card messages from kids:

• Thanks for always cleaning up my …..!
• You’re the best Mummy in the whole wide world
• Thank you for feeding me the most yummy food!
• You’re the coolest Mum!

Mother’s Day card messages for a wife or partner:

• Witnessing you being the best Mum for [name] fills my heart with so much love.
• You make our lives complete.
• I love raising [name] with you.
• It’s beautiful watching [name] grow up to be like you.

Mother’s Day card message for pet mums:

• You’re the best fur-Mum ever!
• Wishing you a purr-fectly wonderful Mother's Day.
• I hope today is filled with walkies, tail wagging and treats!