Mother's Day recipes and healthy living tips

When is Mother's Day?

Mother's Day is celebrated in Australia and New Zealand on the second Sunday of May. It is a day to appreciate mums, grandmothers, step mums and other important female figures. It's is believed that the tradition of giving gifts on Mothers' Day started in Australia by Janet Heyden, a Sydney local who in 1924 collected gifts for lonely aged mothers in care homes.

Fun ways to celebrate Mother's Day

Mother's Day is a great excuse for a picnic, BBQ or family get together. Some great ways to celebrate include:

• Get active with the Mother's Day Classic fun run held Australia wide
• Raising money for charities that support women's wellbeing such as the McGrath Foundation
• Involve the kids by going to a local flower market and collecting a gorgeous bouquet
• Host a family BBQ or picnic wall the aunties, grandmas and nanas
• Cook mum breakfast in bed! Check out our recipe ideas below