The West Virginian woman whose life inspired Mother's Day

History · Published 8 October 2026 Swipe more like this →

In short: While many celebrate Mother's Day as a modern tradition, its origins lie in the efforts of Ann Maria Reeves Jarvis to support mothers in Taylor County, West Virginia.

The video explores the forgotten history behind the creation of Mother's Day. It focuses on how the life and struggles of Ann Maria Reeves Jarvis motivated her daughter to campaign for an official day of recognition for mothers.

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