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Celebrating maternal love : how Mother's Day is celebrated across cultures

Celebrating maternal love : how Mother's Day is celebrated across cultures

The concept of honouring mothers on once special day of the year dates back to ancient civilizations. In ancient Greece the spring festival dedicated to Rhea, the Mother of the Gods, involved rituals and ceremonies to honour maternal figures. And ancient Romans celebrated Matronalia, a festival dedicated to Juno, the goddess of childbirth and motherhood.

Dedicating one day of the year to celebrate mothers continues to be observed around the world in unique ways and different days. Let's see how...

Six thoughtful Mother's Day gifts your mum will love

Six thoughtful Mother's Day gifts your mum will love

It's Mother's Day in the UK on 10 March, so if you're looking for a thoughtful handmade pampering gift here are six gorgeous Mother's Day gift ideas I think your mum would absolutely love, from just £10. And to make your Mother's Day gift even more special, I'll wrap each one in a unique vintage scarf, tied in the Japanese furoshiki style. It's fun, eco friendly, and is an extra gift! Just use the code below and the £5 cost will be waived.

It's not too late! Make an easy cupcake bath bomb for Mother's Day

It's not too late! Make an easy cupcake bath bomb for Mother's Day

Spending the time to hand-make a gift for Mother's Day is a really special way to say 'I love you.' Mums especially love home made presents, and ap...