44 Sweet and Funny Mother’s Day Cards That Will Give Mom All the Feels
Updated: Apr. 27, 2023
These Mother's Day cards hit the sweet spot between "awww" and "ahaha!"
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Mother’s Day card ideas
Your mom is so much more than just the person who gave you life. (For starters, she carried you in her body for nine months, followed by years of poop and barf, only for you to pick the bus driver as your “ultimate hero” in kindergarten.) Make up for that childhood faux pas and tell her how much she means to you with sweet or funny Mother’s Day cards inscribed with thoughtful Mother’s Day wishes, Mother’s Day poems, or mom quotes.
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To the woman who cleaned my face with her spit
Spit is soap when it comes from Mom. Honor your mom’s commitment to parenting and hygiene with this hilarious card. Add it to one of these perfect last-minute Mother’s Day gifts.
From your little human bean
This is the perfect sweet and cute card for your wife, girlfriend, daughter, or friend who is celebrating her first Mother’s Day. Keep the happy feelings going with these sweet mom stories.
Have a killer Mother’s Day
Moms with a dark sense of humor will get a kick out of this card—Jason Voorhees probably had a mom… right? After she reads it, check out some of the Mom movies to watch on Mother’s Day. (Nope, Friday the 13th isn’t included.)
Mom? Mom! Moooooooom!
Every mother has a first name, though she never hears it quite as often as “mom,” the nickname she earned the day you were born. Show your love for her with these DIY Mother’s Day gifts and, of course, this cute card.
There’s no place like Grandma’s house
Home may be where the heart is, but Grandma’s house is where all the best sweets are. Be sure to honor the woman who raised the woman who raised you with this beautifully illustrated card. Gift it along with these Mother’s Day gifts for grandma.
Thanks for not leaving me on the firehouse steps
When you think of all the times your mom could have given up on you, it makes you really appreciate everything she went through for you—and this card reminds her in the funniest of ways. Make it the perfect present by adding one of these Amazon Mother’s Day gifts.
Happy Mother’s Day, Moon Child
Astrological mamas will love this sweet reminder that even in this big universe, you have each other. Show her how much that means to you by picking the perfect Mother’s Day celebration, based on your mom’s zodiac sign.
This song goes out to the woman who raised me
For the Queen-loving mom, nothing beats a card with a colorful illustration of Mr. Freddie Mercury himself. Play her “Bohemian Rhapsody” during brunch, or create a playlist with timeless mom songs to listen to on Mother’s Day.
I’m so glad you chose me
Let your adoptive mother know just how much she means to you this Mother’s Day. This sweet card tells it like it is: She chose you, specifically, to be her child. Write one of these mother-son quotes for even more meaning.
Happy Mother’s Day block print
The Mother’s Day cards you’ll find at the drugstore are fine, but if you really want to wow her, order this card made from sustainable wood. Select the option to add a special message engraved in your handwriting, and the card becomes an instant gift.
I’m so glad you are my mom
Mamas are mamas, regardless of race, creed, or even species. This tender moment with a mama giraffe will remind your mother just how much you look up to her. The card is even sweeter when tied to Mother’s Day gift baskets.
At least you have me
Mom may not ever say it out loud, but you know you’re her favorite. Let her know you’re in on the secret with this funny card. After all, a little sibling rivalry never hurt anyone.
For all the roles you play
She’s your first friend, your role model, and your rock. Moms wear a lot of hats, and this touching card helps highlight all of them.
May the force be with her
Baby Yoda has a message for Mom, and she’s going to love it! This pop-up Mother’s Day card hits just the right note: part geeky, part loving, and totally adorable. She’ll also love these Mom jokes.
Moms are magical
What do your mom and a unicorn have in common? They’re both beautiful, magical beings, and as this glittery card points out, they’re both one of a kind.
A day just for you
Mother’s Day cards are sweet and all, but Mother’s Day pop-up cards earn you favorite child status. And this one, featuring a greenhouse filled with succulents, is so beautiful that your mom will want to display it long after the holiday is over.
I love you loads
Before you knew a spin cycle from a perm press, your mom was washing loads of your dirty laundry. With this card, you can make her laugh and finally give her the proper thanks.
Mom, you made me who I am
You inherit your mother’s best qualities—and a few of her not-so-great traits. Acknowledge it with a Mother’s Day card that will make her chuckle. Read these sweet mother-daughter quotes for more inspiration.
You know what they say about mothers-in-law…
In-laws get a bad reputation, and it’s usually unearned. Your mother-in-law raised the human you love most in the world, so don’t forget to honor her this Mother’s Day with a sweet card.
3D Pop-up bouquet
Sure, you can gift Mom the traditional bouquet of Mother’s Day flowers, but for something that will last longer than the real deal, we suggest this adorable card. It has a pop-up flower bouquet that is sure to make Mom smile.
You are my person
There are a lot of important people in your life, but none will love you like your mother. Make sure you let her know how special she is. We suggest adding a handwritten note to this heartwarming card.
Good moms let you lick the beaters
There are some high standards for mothers, but this card highlights what’s truly important to kids: sugar. Go above and beyond by adding your card to one of these gifts for moms who say they need nothing (but deserve the world).
OMG! Mom was right about everything!
She’s been waiting years for you to realize this. Years. Save her the “I told you so” by giving her this card for Mother’s Day.
Your mom is missed
Unfortunately, not all mothers are here to celebrate the holiday with their kids. If you know someone who’s had to learn how to survive Mother’s Day without their mother, send a heartfelt card to show you still remember and love her.
From kitty
When shopping for cute cards for Mother’s Day, don’t forget to get one from the animal in the house. The cat lady in your life will appreciate this card, which acknowledges all the hard work she does when caring for her kitty. Toss in a small gift, like a box of chocolates, if she’s the one who cleans the litter box.
From puppy
Moms of fur babies deserve appreciation too. Get the dog mom in your life this card, and be sure to sign it from the pup. If your mom is a dog lover, she’ll adore these personalized gifts for pets moms.
You’re one bad mother puffer
What’s cuter than a puffer fish? A cute card with a puffer fish and a funny Mother’s Day message.
Love you even though you gave me funny toes
You got your mom’s curls, her beautiful eye color—and her bunions. You’re welcome! At least this funny card lets you make light of it.
A reminder of how much you’re loved
This sweetly beautiful card sends an elegant and thoughtful message. As far as Mother’s Day cards go, this one is display-worthy. Falling short of ideas on what to get your mother? Remind her how much you love her by surprising her with a special mother-daughter trip.
Happy Mother’s Day Wordle
Celebrate Mom and the game of the moment with this Wordle Mother’s Day card. Play the game together this Mother’s Day, or read these hilarious things moms have said.
Mother’s Day brunch
Not only does this card call to mind Mother’s Day brunches of years past, but it’s also absolutely gorgeous. Sweeten the deal by giving Mom a brunch cookbook.
To my beautiful wife
She’s not just a mother; she’s also the woman who made you a father, a role you cherish. Celebrate her with this sweet card and a gift that expresses your gratitude.
Mom to the rescue!
There is nothing your mom wouldn’t do to help you—all you have to do is say the word, and she’ll come running. As this card points out, she’s basically Super Mom.
Being a mom is hard work
This card says what all moms are thinking. (And yes, you have permission to dunk on Dad. He’ll get the praise on Father’s Day.) For her special day, give her time to rest and reset—perhaps with a good mother-daughter book you can read too.
Mother’s Day flowers
Laugh-out-loud funny Mother’s Day cards are great, but there’s something to be said for a card that can double as art. This botanical card offers a simple Mother’s Day greeting, letting the gorgeous illustration do the talking for you.
I’m turning into my mother
There comes a day in every woman’s life when she looks in the mirror and sees, well, her mom. Let her know that day has come with this minimalistic card. Speaking of the woman who gave you birth, here’s why you should call your mom more often.
Call your mother
Moms are a little like tech support. No matter what’s going on in your life, you can give yours a ring for some honest feedback. Get this card for your mom to say “thanks for the advice.”
Double the love
Some people are lucky enough to have double the moms—and double the love. Thank both of your moms with a sweet card that gets it right: Two moms are better than one. Go big this Mother’s Day by joining your moms on a mother-daughter trip.
You desert the best
Moms who love puns will get a laugh out of this charming card. Whether she lives in the desert or by the sea, she deserves something as pretty as this.
You’re going to be an amazing mom
Moms waiting to give birth, adopt, or foster a child will love the hope and sweet wishes of this card for moms-to-be.
Warmest hugs
If you can’t be there to hug your mom in person on Mother’s Day, this sweet pop-up card is the next best thing.
For the yoga mom
Moms who love yoga are already familiar with bending over backwards, so it just feels natural when they do it for their children. This card is a nod to all of the ways your mom has helped you out over the years. Speaking of yoga, did you know that the practice is one way moms can gain confidence after having a baby?
From your son daughter-in-law
Make sure your mother-in-law gets a card from your husband (and be sure she knows who picked it out) with this tongue-in-cheek card. You might just shoulder him out as her favorite.
