Have you thanked your Mother today? In 1914, Congress officially passed legislation that the second Sunday in May would be officially celebrated at Mother’s Day. So whether you are looking for the perfect gift or the best way to express your thanks – here are a few facts about the holiday that help keep the holiday in perspective.
ü Over 80 Million mothers in the United States
ü Greeting cards, Jewelry and Perfume are the top gifts given on Mother’s Day
ü The odds of a mother giving birth to twins are 1 in 31. Triplets or more occur every 1 in 539
ü Over 36,000 births per year do not occur in hospitals
ü August is the month with the highest number of births
ü Tuesday is the most popular day to have a new baby
So grab the phone and call your mom today just to check in and see how she is doing. No need to wait until Mother’s Day.

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