While Mother’s Day in the US is celebrated in May, the UK marks the occasion earlier, on Mothering Sunday, which fell on March 30 this year. The day is a special opportunity for families to honor and appreciate the incredible women in their lives, and even celebrities like Meghan Markle and David Beckham took a moment to share their heartfelt tributes.
Meghan Markle reveals her heartfelt family tradition for UK Mother’s Day on her Instagram
The Duchess of Sussex, who shares Prince Archie 5 and Princess Lilibet 3 with Prince Harry, marked the day with a touching Instagram post. Meghan shared a beautifully styled image of a homemade pie, adorned with expertly placed orange slices and a vibrant red edible flower.
“Our family tradition. Mothering Sunday in the UK 🍋,” she captioned the simple yet meaningful post, giving a glimpse into her family’s cherished celebrations.
In a recent interview with PEOPLE, Meghan reflected on the joys of motherhood as her children grow older.
“When your children get to a certain age — when you’re not just playing in the sandbox with them but almost playing in your own sandbox again — it’s super joyful,” she said. “As a woman, a mom and a wife, to be able to find yourself again — in a way that was always present but that you maybe couldn’t put as much attention on as you now can when your kids are a little bit older — is a wonderful feeling.”
David Beckham’s heartfelt tribute
Meanwhile, former football star David Beckham also took to social media to honor his wife, Victoria Beckham, the mother of their four children. Known for his heartfelt posts, David often shares glimpses of his family’s life, reminding the world of the importance of celebrating the women who hold families together.
David Beckham took to Instagram to share a heartfelt tribute, expressing his gratitude for the incredible women in his life on Mother’s Day in the UK, celebrating his wife Victoria Beckham and their beloved mothers.
I’m so lucky to have so many incredible women around me who are the most amazing Mum’s ❤️ I learn from you every single day ❤️ Happy Mothers Day @victoriabeckham @sandra_beckham49 @jackie.adams_ We Love You so much ❤️ Kiddies are so lucky to have a mum like yours
Mother’s Day in the UK vs. US – A unique tradition
Unlike the US Mother’s Day, which is celebrated on the second Sunday of May, Mothering Sunday in the UK has deep historical roots, originally linked to the church and the return to one’s “mother church” during Lent. Today, it has become a cherished day for celebrating mothers and their unconditional love.
Whether with a homemade pie, a thoughtful Instagram post, or a heartfelt message, these celebrity tributes remind us of the powerful bond between mothers and their children, a relationship worth celebrating no matter the date.
