Mother's Day

Tired of being asked what gay dads do on Mother's Day, gay dad Stu Oakley wonders if there's still a place for rewarding hyper-gendered parenting.

We sort of cancel each other out as one of us has to be the one to get out of bed and sort breakfast. Dare I even suggest that Mother’s Day is in fact a fairly toxic way for some straight men to atone for being so darn-right useless the rest of the year? The applause I’ve often got for being out alone with my kids is insulting, I’m just being a parent — don’t congratulate me on taking my kids out just because I am man. No, give me the equal parenting we get to enjoy for the remaining 364 days of the year in exchange for one day when neither of us gets special treatment. I’m just counting down the days till I can be wheeled out to a pub and have our grown children buy their old dads a big bottle of the most expensive wine on the menu on Father’s Day. Or those who can’t stand to be in the same room as their mother?

It is Mother's Day in the UK yet for Emma Hayes, time with her son will be limited due to Chelsea Women's FA Cup appointment at Reading today.

‘So let’s hope Mother's Day is qualifying for the next round of the cup and maybe we can bake some cakes later when I get home at night.’ The chance to progress to the semi-final is there for the cup holders and Hayes admits that Mother’s Day has not been a regular day of leisure for her over the years. It is Mother’s Day in the UK yet for Emma Hayes, time with her son will be limited due to Chelsea Women’s FA Cup appointment at Reading today.

There are messages to mums and indeed nans, plus those that are still with us in spirit.

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To mark Mother's Day and the launch of the #HomeAdvantage charity campaign, four British F1 stars have revealed to Sky Sports F1 how their mums drove them ...

Since 1994 Hope and Homes for Children has been inspiring multiple governments, the UN, EU and Commonwealth to close the doors of orphanages forever. Today, countries such as Rwanda, Bulgaria and Romania are on the cusp of becoming orphanage-free. The charity fights for children to grow up in families, by reuniting children with relatives. She's the one that taught me about empathy and warmth and compassion for others in the world," said Hamilton. Norris added: "My mum's role has been very important in my life. "I have two mums.

While the day sets out to celebrate mothers in all forms, it can be a difficult time for bereaved parents. “We know from bereaved families that have experienced ...

One of the best ways to show that you are there for them is to send them a card with a sweet message inside. “The run-up can be worrying for mothers, fathers and relatives who have experienced the death of a baby and may need help to express how they feel and what they need. Alternatively, you can let them know in advance that you will be around to chat on the day if they need or, if they are feeling up to it, you can plan something special to do with them on the day such as take them out to afternoon tea or plan a spa trip together. If a friend or family member has lost their child, it can be hard to know what to say or do to help, but Sands says that even the simplest of actions can be a thoughtful way to show your friend you’re there. [For years, doctors told me I was just being dramatic. “You are still a mother and your bond with your child, whether they are here or not, is something to be proud of,” Sands says.

“Dad, what will it be like sharing your birthday with Mother's Day? Do we bring you breakfast in bed or mum?”. This was one of the questions our kids were ...

It is a brilliant event which brings together some of the top newsrooms in the country to answer a devilishly difficult set of questions whilst raising money for charity. If I close my eyes, I can still see the perfect condition Millennium Falcon that, for some inexplicable reason, she decided to swap for a “Sindy car” for one of my sisters. The only thing I have ever held against her is the fact that she once decided to give my prized possession away. It was a real pleasure to host the Ultimate News Quiz. I have visions of our rather bouncy Labrador Honey, trying to demolish the toast, dribbling profusely and jumping all over the bed like a lunatic. I won’t tell you what the kids and I have got for my wife, because I’m pretty sure she will read this article and that would ruin it. So Mum, if you’re sat reading this with a lovely bunch of flowers and some chocolates next to you, if I’m being honest… While my dad still steadfastly holds to that principle, our kids have been encouraged to embrace it a little more. The vast majority of countries follow the US example (so the day [ falls on 14 May](https://inews.co.uk/news/world/mothers-day-2022-when-date-uk-world-different-us-other-countries-explained-1617387?ico=in-line_link)) but here, we are celebrating it this weekend… It tends to fall on the fourth Sunday of Lent, three Sundays before Easter. [Mother’s Day](https://inews.co.uk/news/real-life/mothers-day-i-met-my-mum-adult-drug-addiction-912086?ico=in-line_link), or Mothering Sunday as my Auntie Gillian used to call it, is a movable feast. This was one of the questions our kids were posing this week.

We will not be able to use any submissions that have missing information. Community answers. Has your mum passed away? "Would you like to share a photo and a ...

Share a special message for your mumHow long will I love you ? Share a special message for your mumMy beautiful mum and an amazing nan. Share a special message for your mumWe miss our mum so much it hurts. 🌹🌹🌹 Love you mum ❤️❤️ I just want to be able to hold and kiss you to do so. We love and miss you and always will.

David, 47, paid tribute to his wife Victoria Beckham, 48, mother Sandra and mother-in-law Jackie Adams with a slew of snaps.

Classy' and over a picture of her mum and daughter Sunday, she wrote: 'The best Nanny' Love to all of you lucky enough to have it today..a big cuddle and my thoughts to those who don't' Thankful: The pregnant reality star also penned a tribute to her daughter, saying: 'I love being your mamma baby girl. Classy' and over a picture of her mum and daughter Sunday, she wrote: 'The best Nanny'. Love to all of you lucky enough to have it today..a big cuddle and my thoughts to those who don't'. The pregnant reality star also penned a tribute to her daughter, saying: 'I love being your mamma baby girl. Relaxing: She also shared a picture of her Mother's Day morning, with her three children in bed, giving her a hug She also shared a picture of her Mother's Day morning, with her three children in bed, giving her a hug. She added: 'Selfless. Twins: Princess Andre, daughter of Katie Price and Peter Andre, took to her Stories to share a selfie with her mother, writing: 'Happy mother's day I love you' Princess Andre, daughter of Katie Price and Peter Andre, took to her Stories to share a selfie with her mother, writing: 'Happy mother's day I love you'. Holly took to her own Instagram to share a snap of her and her lookalike mother Linda with a huge bouquet of flowers, as well as sharing a shot to her Wylde Moon page

A poignant message celebrating all mothers was posted online alongside treasured images which showed Charles as a beaming baby standing on the Queen's lap, ...

Another photograph shows a smiling Kate as she plays with Louis in her arms. The Princess of Wales also shared photographs of happy family memories to mark the day. It is accompanied with the words “Happy Mother’s Day from our family to yours” along with a red love heart.

Living overseas from my young daughter, the explosion of cards and flowers at this time of year can be overwhelming, says journalist Charlotte Kilpatrick.

This isn’t a longing that comes once a year: it comes packed into everyday moments of walking past a school at the end of the day and watching all the moms line up to pick up their kids. For mothers separated from their children, this yearning to feel them reappears at unpredictable moments – like when a waiter in a cafe wishes the moms around you a happy Mother’s Day and you wish you could pull out a napkin and wipe whipped cream from the corner of your child’s mouth. Men are allowed to leave their kids with the mom and go off to seek their fortunes elsewhere. After examining all our options, we decided on the most obvious and painful one: that he and our daughter would move back to Rennes, and I would visit as often as I could. Just before moving to the UK from France for my husband’s work, we had decided to end our 12-year relationship. The surge of emotion surprised me, even though I’ve come to expect it every year as the cards, signs and marketing emails start to pile up.

The monarch, 74, shared a photo of him as a toddler with his late mother; Queen Consort Camilla also paid tribute to her late mother, who died in 1994 ...

Thinking of you both.' In her speech at the event, the Duchess revealed that her mother died from the condition at 72 - which was the same age Camilla was at the time of the event. Camilla (pictured with her mother in 1965) has been a patron of the Royal Osteoporosis Society since 1997 - three years after her mother passed away of the condition The first image in their joint post showed King Charles as a toddler standing on his mother's lap as they posed for a photo The first image in their joint post showed King Charles as a toddler standing on his mother's lap as they posed for a photo. Meanwhile, the Queen - who was Princess Elizabeth at the time - looked radiant in a fitted grey dress and a pearl necklace.

King Charles and Camilla, Queen Consort, wrote a message on social media dedicated to 'all mothers everywhere' and to anyone 'missing their mums' on ...

Lots of love Charlotte xxxxxxxxx". "I love you very much. Even as we grieve, we give thanks for this most faithful life." "I love you very much and think of you always, sending lots of love from George xxxxx." "To all of us as a family, as to this kingdom and the wider family of nations of which it is a part, my mother gave an example of lifelong love and of selfless service. During the Accession Council, Charles said: "My lords, ladies, and gentlemen it is my most sorrowful duty to announce to you the death of my beloved mother, the Queen.

After almost losing his mum twice, Nick Collier, aka Ella Vaday, has spoken about how much he treasures every moment with his mum - and the charity trek ...

I'm more terrified of camping than walking 100km", Nick admits, whilst Donna says she is "super proud" of him for the challenge he's taking on, hinting she wanted to be at the finish line to congratulate him when he's completed the trek. It was stressful to not be able to be there." When they were in Norwich, Donna was meant to go but she was too poorly, so they're making the most of every moment moving forward. It was the summer months so I put two and two together and got five. "I had stage two, which isn't okay, but it's not stage four. It's been a nightmare at times, but I'm getting there and I continue to get stronger.

Kate posted a candid snap of her with her three children, George, nine, Charlotte, seven, and Louis, four, sitting in a tree.

I feel extremely blessed to call them mine. He or she will be the first of the Queen’s great-grandchildren to be born since her death, and will arrive in the King’s coronation year. The baby will be 13th in line to the throne and will be a plain Miss or Master.

The Queen Consort also shared a picture of herself with her mother, who passed away in 1994 after a long battle with osteoporosis.

It was taken in 1930 when Queen Mother was still the Duchess of York and the late Queen's grandfather, George V, was still on the throne. Elsewhere on social media, the Royal Collection Trust posted a picture of the Queen Mother with her second daughter, Princess Margaret, as a baby. Kensington Palace also marked Mother's Day, posting a picture of the Princess of Wales and her three children sitting in a tree. The King has marked his first Mother's Day since the death of the Queen by posting a touching picture of the pair on Instagram. The image shows the King as a toddler standing on his mother's lap as both beam for the camera. The Queen Consort also shared a picture of herself with her mother, who passed away in 1994 after a long battle with osteoporosis.

A poignant message celebrating all mothers was posted online alongside treasured images which showed Charles as a beaming baby standing on the Queen's lap, ...

Another photograph shows a smiling Kate as she plays with Louis in her arms. The Princess of Wales also shared photographs of happy family memories to mark the day. It is accompanied with the words “Happy Mother’s Day from our family to yours” along with a red love heart.

New photos are released including of King Charles, the Princess of Wales and Camilla, the Queen Consort.

[The Prince and Princess of Wales also posted pictures](https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal/status/1637409164572983296) of Catherine with her three children on Sunday. This was the first Mother's Day since the death of the late Queen, who [released by the Royal Family on social media](https://twitter.com/RoyalFamily/status/1637265329003872256) on Sunday.

Mother-of-three Kate Middleton is photographed with children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.

A second image shows Kate laughing as she picks up a giggling Prince Louis, whose head is tipped towards the camera. [The Princess of Wales’s Mother’s Day style decoded – cult favourite trainers and a £255 blouse](/article/prince-william-and-kate-christmas-card-2022-style-decoded) Kate is balanced on a fork in the tree, flanked by her two sons, while Charlotte perches on a separate branch.