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Sophie Buchan

When is Mother's Day in 2023 and why does the date change each year?

This month people are set to celebrate mothers across the UK with the celebratory day just weeks away.

Mothering Sunday provides the opportunity to say thanks to your mum or any another maternal figure in your life - even if it's just a card or a cuddle. However, if you are looking to buy your mum a wee treat, retailers such as Boots are having a 70 per cent off sale. Items from skin-care to beauty and hair tools all on offer will all see their prices slashed.

So when is Mother's Day 2023 and why does the date change every year? Here is what you need to know.

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When is Mother's Day 2023?

In the UK, Mother’s Day will fall on March 19, 2023. This date falls on a Sunday which is why you will also see if called Mothering Sunday.

Why does Mother's Day change date every year?

In the UK, the date is linked to Easter, which also changes each year. This is because it is all determined by the lunar calendar.

the date varies depending on where in the world you live with the likes of the USA celebrating this day in May.

For those of us living in the UK, Mother's Day always falls on the fourth Sunday during the period of Lent, when people typically give up things like certain foods or bad habits for the days leading up to Easter.

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