Mother's Day Origin

Mother's Day in the USA originated with Anna Jarvis in 1908, as a way to honor her mother, Ann Reeve Jarvis, who had died on the second Sunday of May. Jarvis organized a Mother's Day celebration at a Methodist church in West Virginia and later spearheaded a movement to make it a national holiday, which President Woodrow Wilson officially proclaimed in 1914. 

Here's a more detailed look:

• Anna Jarvis's Motivation:

  Following her mother's death in 1905, Anna Jarvis decided to create a day to honor mothers and the sacrifices they make for their children. 

• Early Celebrations:

  The first official Mother's Day celebration was held in 1908 in West Virginia, with Anna Jarvis sending white carnations to the church. 

• National Holiday Status:

  Anna Jarvis campaigned tirelessly, eventually leading to President Woodrow Wilson declaring the second Sunday of May as Mother's Day in 1914