What to write in a Mother’s Day card, 40 lovely messages

Mother’s Day… time to show the extra-special Mums and Mother figures in your life just how much they mean to you. Showering her with presents may seem like the obvious choice. But, if you’re celebrating more than one role model or prefer sentimental gifts, a card is the best option. You can personalise it with Mother’s day wishes that suit her humour or reminisces on a treasured memory.

When you choose what to write in a Mother’s Day card for your wonderful Mum, mother figure, Nan or aunt it can be hard to know where to begin. After all, how do you capture so much love in such few words? But, with some inspiration from my list of Mother’s Day card messages, you will have the words to express your love to the one who means so much to you!

Every mom is unique. Thats why this mix of sweet messages and funny jokes has ideas that are perfect for every wonderful Mother’s card.

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What to write in a Mother’s Day card: Short and simple messages

These short messages are perfect for celebrating the special Mother in your life. Whether its your own Mum, your Partner, Wife or Grandparent, these ideas are simple and to the point all the while making sure she knows her how amazing she is.

Top tip: these ideas are perfect if your thinking of what to write in a Mother’s Day card for your Stepmum!

• I hope you have the best day ever! You deserve it more than you know.
• Wishing you a day as wonderful as you are!
• You’re a total natural that the Mum thing. I love you lots
• Mum, you’re the glue that holds the family together. We are so lucky to have you.
• Wishing you all the love in the world this Mother’s Day! Thank you for all you do for the kids.
• Thank you for everything you do for our family, we all love and appreciate you so much! Lots of love, always!
• You’re everything special a Wife and Mum should be…we’re so lucky and grateful to have you!
• Happy Mother’s Day, I hope you know how much we love you.
• I’m so glad to have you in my life. Happy Mother’s Day!
• To my beautiful partner and the amazing mother of our children – you are everything to our family.
• Words can’t describe how much you mean to me. Love you lots xxx
• You’re like a Mum to me in all the ways that count…thank you for everything you do!

What to write in a Mother’s Day card: Funny messages

For the Mums and Mother figures who are full of laughs and prefer humour or light hearted sentiment, try these funny Mother’s Day card messages! Make them even funnier by recalling an inside joke or comical memory.

• To the best Mum ever, thank you for bringing me into the world! Love from your favourite child!
• I know Mother’s Day is about you, but I thought I would take the opportunity to thank myself. After all you wouldn’t be the best Mum in the world without me.
• Mum, I may be the reason you don’t have a lot of patience, but I love you lots. Happy you day!
• Happy Mother’s Day Mum! And, thank you for never posting embarrassing pictures of me on Facebook, best Mum ever.
• You’re the best Mum ever, even my siblings managed to turn out ok!

What to write in a Mother’s Day card: Sentimental messages

Touching messages are always better when they come from the heart. With the busyness of day-to-day life having the time to think of a heartfelt message can feel impossible. Thats why I have taken the time to think of 5 lovely, Mother’s Day quotes to write in her card. Personalise your message with a treasured memory or personal phrase you use with each other to make it even more special.

• You inspire me to be the best version of myself every single day. Thank you for your infinite kindness and wisdom.
• If only words could express how much I appreciate your endless love and sacrifices. You are simply the greatest Mum I could wish for.
• Looking back I realise that you are the greatest Mum ever and I am so lucky to call you mine!
• Thank you for always keeping me grounded and cheering me on. I am so grateful for the love and support you give me. You hold the most special place in my heart!
• Mum, I am so lucky to have you. I hope that one day I am as brilliant, supportive and loving towards my children as you have always been to me.

Mother’s Day card message ideas for a new Mum

Celebrating the first Mother’s Day as a new Mum is an eagerly awaited milestone for many. Thats why its so important to ensure you make the day extra-special. Whether your a Husband trying to make the day extra-special or deciding what to write in a first Mother’s Day card from the baby, these message ideas will get the day off to a great start for that much loved, new Mum.

These card messages are perfect for a friend who is celebrating her first Mother’s Day as a Mum or Mum to be!

• I’m so grateful to become a parent by your side! Can’t wait to enjoy this adventure with you.
• Happy first Mother’s Day me and (babies name) are so lucky to have you!
• Happy Mother’s Day to the mama-to-be! Get ready for an amazing adventure!
• You’re already the best Mummy in the world! Happy Mother’s Day.
• Happy Mother’s Day to the woman who has completed my life. We have the luckiest (son/ daughter) in the world because (he/she) gets to call you Mum.
• Happy first Mother’s Day to my best friend in the world, I hope you have the most special day!
• I may not be here yet, but already know how lucky I am to have you as my mum. 

Mother’s Day messages for Grandma/ Nan

In many families, the Grandma, Gran, Nan or Nannie are celebrated during Mother’s Day. Not just by their own children but their grandchildren! If you’re sending a card to your wonderful Grandmother this Mother’s Day, these ideas are all you need. They are short and sweet, giving you the perfect opportunity to add a personal touch.

• Happy Mother’s Day Gran/ Nan, I’m so grateful for everything you do for me!
• You might not be my Mum, but you still deserve to be celebrated on Mother’s Day
• The relationship between Grandparents and their Grandchildren are known to be extra-special, ours certainly is! Love you Grandma, happy Mother’s Day!
• You’re kind, caring, lovely and always there for me. Happy Mother’s Day Nan, I love you lots xxx
• Thank you for the endless love you show me (and all the snacks). You’re the best!

Mother’s Day card messages from Daughter or Son

Looking for the perfect words to express your love and appreciation for your Mum this Mother’s Day? As her daughter or son, your card is the most special, and you want to get it just right. This section provides a variety of message ideas to help you write a card that will make her feel cherished and loved.

• Happy Mother’s Day to the most amazing Mother I could ever wish for. If I’m half the Mum you are, someday, I’ll be proud!
• I’m at home whenever I’m with you Mum. xxx
• I hope you know how much I love you and how lucky I feel to be your Son/ Daughter.
• Thank you – for then, for now and for everything still to come. I appreciate you so much Mum.
• The best complement I have ever received is that I’m just like you.
• Your love and guidance has shaped me into the person I am today and I couldn’t be more grateful. Love you Mum, Happy Mother’s Day.
• You always know how to make me smile and for that ill be forever grateful.

Mother’s Day quotes for when you won’t see your Mum

Miles may separate you this Mother’s Day. That’s why a carefully chosen message in her card is so important. It bridges the distance between you, making your Mum feel loved on her day. Let’s explore some heartfelt sentiments you can share.

• Thinking of you today and always, happy Mother’s Day Mum! I love you lots xxx
• Happy Mother’s Day, I wish we could celebrate together. I love and miss you lots.
• Even though we are apart, you are always in my heart. Happy Mother’s day xxx
• I’m spending today thinking of all our wonderful memories together, I love you so much Mum! xxx
• Happy Mother’s Day Mum. I can’t wait to see you soon and give you a great big hug!

I hope these message ideas have given you the inspiration you need to write a wonderful Mother’s Day card for the special lady you will be celebrating. But remember, it is the thought that counts and taking the time to choose a special card will show your wonderful Mother figure how much you love her! So don’t worry too much about the message.

Happy Mother’s Day everyone!

Lots of love,

Boofle xxx