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In what month does Mother’s Day take place in the U.S. and Canada?
May
What day of the week are the most babies born?
Tuesday
In which month are the most babies born in the U.S.?
August
What did a white carnation mean?
That a mother passed.
What is the most popular gift to give on Mother’s Day?
Greeting Cards
People buy lots of flowers on Mother’s Day. What are the other two holidays that have the most flower sales?
Valentine’s Day and Christmas/Hanukkah
What day of the week are there the least number of births?
Sunday
Over how many countries celebrate Mother’s Day?
Over 50
Is Mother’s Day on the same date every year?
No. It’s always on the second Sunday in May.
True or False: The celebration of moms actually dates back to ancient times.
True. Ancient Greek and Roman myths allude to the fact that Greeks and Romans celebrated Mother’s Day by honoring the goddesses of Mother Earth, fertility, and mother of the Gods.
Aside from cards and flowers, what’s another popular gift?
How old was the oldest woman to ever give birth?
79
What happens the most on Mother's Day?
Phone calls!
Do Americans spend more money on Mother’s Day or Father’s Day?
Mother's Day
What year did the president sign Mother’s Day into law as a national holiday?
1914
Which state has more babies?
Utah
Mother’s Day is the busiest day for what business?
Restaurants
What is the average number of children that women have these days?
2
What does a red carnation mean?
A mother is living.
What animal delivers the largest baby?
Blue whales (these newborns are the size of a small car!)