For most of us, Mum is just there and not always appreciated for it – we assume she will always be there. And we often forget the number of nappies she changed, meals she cooked, clothes she washed, school lunches she made and school concerts/plays she endured for us – not to mention the squabbles she heard and refereed!

Sometimes, it is good to reflect on the important people in our lives and remember what a contribution they have made to who we are today.

Mothers Day can be seen as an over commercialised token, or you can choose to make it a day when you genuinely think about your Mum (and Grandmothers and other women who have filled mothering roles in your life) and let her know you care.

With a week to go to Mothers Day, we’d love to hear some stories about Mothers Days you remember and how they were special.