Mother’s Day is really about the little things—making her coffee before she asks, letting her sleep in, or giving her a guilt-free break from whatever chaos is happening in the house. And if you want extra points? A handwritten note with some great words about how awesome she is will do the trick. You can use these 25 Best Mothers Day Poems from Husband that Wives will Love – we won’t tell!
This post provides 25 Best Mother’s Day Poems from Husband That Wives Will Love to use in Mother’s day cards, a message that you can use alone or with any other item as part of a Mother’s Day gift to wish her a very happy Mother’s day.
You don’t have to go full Langston Hughes and write an epic mother’s day poem (unless you want to impress her, in which case, go for it). But even a short, touching poem in a Mother’s Day card, a sweet text, or even a TikTok shoutout from you, her best friend & hubby, can make her feel appreciated.
When Is Mothers Day?
Mother’s Day in the United States always falls on the second Sunday of May each year.
Slowestuff Mothers Day Section
Slowestuff is a seasonal focused blog, so we love all things Mother’s Day!
This post is focused on 25 Best Mothers Day Poems from Husband That Wives Will Love to put in cards or go with gifts, but we have a lot more ideas for quotes, jokes and gifts for Mother’s Day in our Mother’s Day section of the blog!
In that section, you will find all kinds of seasonal inspiration. Things like Mothers Day gift ideas for gardeners, for book lovers, and for those moms who love to feed the birds! You will also find more quotes for all the moms in your life, like quotes for a brand new mom’s first mothers day.
Why Wish Your Wife a Happy Mothers Day – She’s Not Your Mom?
Look, I know some guys hesitate about celebrating Mother’s Day for their wife because, technically, “she’s not my mom.”
STOP THINKING THAT WAY!!
DON’T BE THAT GUY!!
She’s the one making sure the kids are fed, dressed, and semi-functioning humans. She’s the glue that holds everything together, the guiding light in your home, and probably the reason no one is eating cereal for dinner every night (unless she’s cool with that, in which case—respect).
Taking a little time to celebrate her on this special day isn’t about obligation; it’s about showing her you see everything she does, and trust me, that means the world. Whether she’s the best mother to your kids, an amazing stepmom, or even the ultimate dog mom, she deserves some love.
25 Best Mothers Day Poems from Husband That Wives Will Love
Sometimes finding the right words is hard, even when you know what you want to say!
Here are some wonderful Mother’s day poems that you can put in a card, or use as inspiration for your own words. Even if you don’t make homemade cards, having a personal touch like your handwriting is a great idea. Some of these include a short poem like a song lyric, while others are longer poems devoted to your dear wife.
- “You are my sun, my moon, and all my stars.” – E.E. Cummings
- “She walks in beauty, like the night / Of cloudless climes and starry skies.” – Lord Byron
- “Whatever our souls are made of, yours and mine are the same.” – Emily Brontë
- “A mother’s love is endless, true, / But no one loves a mom like you.”
- “Grow old along with me! / The best is yet to be.” – Robert Browning
- “I carry your heart with me (I carry it in my heart).” – E.E. Cummings
- “To the world, you may be one person, but to our family, you are the world.”
- “I could make you happy, make your dreams come true / Nothing that I wouldn’t do.” – “Make You Feel My Love” by Bob Dylan/Adele
- “I love you and I like you.” – Ben & Leslie, Parks and Recreation*
- “As you wish.” – Westley, The Princess Bride*
- “I swear I couldn’t love you more than I do right now, and yet I know I will tomorrow.” – Leo Christopher
- “I would rather share one lifetime with you than face all the ages of this world alone.” – Arwen, The Lord of the Rings*
- “You make me want to be a better man.” – Jack Nicholson, As Good as It Gets*
- “You are the peanut butter to my jelly, the cheese to my macaroni.” – Juno
- “Through the chaos, through the mess, / You handle it all with such finesse. / The kids and I are lucky too, / Because there’s no one quite like you.”
- “From scraped knees to bedtime blues, / No one does it quite like you. / Happy Mother’s Day, my love so true, / Our family wouldn’t work without you!”
- “You love, you guide, you always know, / How to make our family grow. / You’re strong, you’re kind, you’re always there, / No one loves quite like you care.”
- “Roses are red, violets are blue, / The kids might be wild, but they adore you. / Today’s your day, so take a rest, / Because, my love, you are the best!”
- “Mornings are madness, nights can be long, / Yet through it all, you stay so strong. / I don’t say it enough, but I swear it’s true, / I am the luckiest man to be with you.”
- “You clean up messes big and small, / Even the ones I make—that’s all. / The kids love you, I do too, / Happy Mother’s Day from your crazy crew!”
- “Mimosas, brunch, a nap, some rest, / You, my love, deserve the best. / No diapers, no dishes, just peace today, / And maybe a foot rub—if I obey.”
- “I know I’m not a kid, but still, / I’ll always be your biggest thrill. / You’re the best mom, wife, and friend, / And I’ll love you ‘til the very end!”
- “Happy Mother’s Day to the best mom around, / Who somehow never lets us all drown. / You juggle it all and make it look fun, / So today’s all about YOU, number one!”
- “You love our kids, you love me too, / Even when I forget what I’m supposed to do. / Today’s your day, so sit back and rest, / Because, hands down, you are the best!”
- “Our family is loud, our family is wild, / But you are the glue, my love, my child. / The kids adore you, and I do too, / Happy Mother’s Day—today’s all for you!”
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Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day
If you want to go the extra mile, a sweet gift is another great way to show appreciation.
At the end of the day, it’s about making sure she knows she’s not in this alone. Whether your kids are young children, older children, or just the neighborhood squirrels she feeds (we’ve all seen it happen), she’s still showing up every day with unconditional love.
Pampering Gift Box
Every mom will love a pampering gift box! We know being a mom means lots of love but it is also hard work. Give her this so that she can really pamper herself on a job well done!
Body Oil & Bath Items
Body oils are a great gift idea because they are both pampering as well as useful, in terms of keeping skin hydrated, glowy and wonderfully scented.
Coffee!
The great thing about a coffee themed gift, if your boyfriend’s mom is a coffee lover, is that it can be so personalized to fit their vibe.
Love earthy things? Give a little crochet keepsake with her favorite latte. Love iced coffee? Give a little personalized glass. Work from home and always have coffee mug getting cold? Get a mug warmer. Or does she love unique and pretty things? Get this amazing glass that you can have personalized too!
25 Best Mothers Day Poems from Husband That Wives Will Love
We hope this list of the Best Mothers Day Poems you can give as her husband has been helpful!
This is the perfect opportunity to remind her she’s doing an amazing job. So, grab that happy Mothers Day poem, pour her a mimosa, and let her know she’s appreciated. Because honestly? That’s the best way to celebrate the mother’s heart—by making her feel seen, loved, and just a little bit spoiled.
Mother’s Day Inspiration
If you are looking for more ideas for the perfect gift for your own mother, we have Mother’s Day gift inspiration on our Mother’s Day section of the blog, including ideas for the book lovers, the bird lovers and the gardeners that might be perfect for the new mom in your life. Also, look to our gift posts for her, including the best gifts under $50 and gifts that will make her swoon. You can easily shop for all these things on our storefront.
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Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there!
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