50 Mother's Day Messages for Friends and Family 2023

Whether intended for use on a card, in a text, or as a declaration on social media, Mother's Day messages can be a tricky business. There's a lot of pressure involved—after all, your mom is not only the heart and soul of your family, she's one of the very most important people in your life. That's why, along with celebrating her on the second Sunday in May with homemade gifts, Mom-themed movie viewing, or even a special cocktail, you're definitely going to want to go the extra mile and jot down a few well-chosen sentences telling her how much she means to you. To help get those creative juices flowing, we've put together the following list of Mom's Day messages sure to inspire your inner wordsmith.

Do you have a mama who loves to laugh? We have plenty of cheeky, comical messages, along with sweet sentiments sure to bring a tear to her eye if she's the tenderhearted type. We've also included inspirational quotes, complimentary tidings, pretty poems and moving Bible verses about mothers. Then, after you've added a few thoughts of your own to these suggestions (perhaps around a cherished memory of your mom, or something you're particularly grateful to her for), check out our list of thoughtful and fun Mother's Day activities and plan something you two can do together.

• Thanks for being the best Mom ever! I wouldn't be here without you—literally!
• Why can't you buy a mom at a Mother's Day sale? Because moms are priceless.
• I'm so grateful you never put me up for adoption, though I'm sure there were times you were seriously tempted! Happy Mother's Day!
• Happy Mom's Day to my best friend, biggest influence and cheapest therapist.
• Happy Mother's Day from your favorite child.
• Roses are red, violets are blue. There’s no other mother near as wonderful as you!
• It's not easy being a mom. If it was, Dad would do it.
• I love you Mom, but I'm never accepting your friend request.
• Mother (n). One person who does the work of 30. For free. See also: Wonder Woman.
• I was searching for the perfect Mother’s Day gift for you, but then I realized you already have me.
• Hope you like your gift! If not, I'll keep it for myself.
• Happy Mother's Day, even though we all know the dog is your favorite.

• I'm not only grateful today but every single day that you're my Mom.
• You're not only the best mother, you're my best friend.
• The greatest compliment anyone can give me is to say that I'm just like you.
• Happy Mother's Day from the world's luckiest daughter.
• Let today be a reminder of just how wonderful you are, and how loved.
• Happy Mother's Day to the woman I admire most in the world.
• From drying my tears to celebrating my triumphs, you have always been there for me. Thank you, Mom.
• Best Mother's Day wishes to the best mom!
• I wish more than anything we could be together on this Mother's Day, but know that I'm holding you in my heart, Mom.
• I appreciate you even more now that I'm a mom.
• Thank you for everything you do for me and your grandchildren.