Why do mothers want things from their husbands/boyfriends on Mother's Day?

I mean, she isn't his mother....



Friend's wife is going nuts because he didn't get her a card or tell her "Happy Mother's Day!"

Why do mothers want things from their husbands/boyfriends on Mother's Day?
I dunno, I think it is important for the man to tel his wife what a wonderful job she is doing with his children, and I would expect the same from her on father's day, that's how we do things ion my family anyways!!!
Reply:Because she wants appreciation for her role as a mother, from the father of their children.

It's not a big deal. My husband doesn't but he does make sure the kids do something for me.

If he knows it matters to her, why can't he just buy her a card. There are plenty that say "To my Wife on Mother's Day!"

By the way, most mothers put in a lot of effort for Father's Day. Maybe she just wanted the same thought and care.
Reply:Not me. My husband didn't even say "Happy Mother's Day" Could care less. Sometimes if the children are small the dad will by something and say it is from the kids. That is OK I think.
Reply:Probably for the same reasons that fathers want things from their wives / girlfriends on Fathers Day. Beyond that, no, she's not his mother. But she is the mother of HIS children, does that have any significance regarding Mothers Day? Should he acknowledge it? If he wants to be happy he will!
Reply:I would never expect my hubbie to buy me something for mothers day! She needs to get a grip and stop being such a moaning wife!
Reply:Probably because after going through almost 10 months of pregnancy, those 'oh so wonderful hours of labor', the complete body change %26amp; a 24 hour a day committment to her child (which, by the way-didn't he help her make?), she might want to be recognized by him as the Mother to his child on the one day a year devoted to Mom's...that, or maybe she'll just use any excuse to get a little attention!:):):):):):)
Reply:I personally don't want presents or what not from my husband. My husband always buys me flowers on Mother's day, and he says it is because that he is thankful that I am the mother of his son. He says that he is greatful that I stay home, and that I have given up my career to raise our son so we know that he is getting the very best care. My husband will give(gave) me the day off, as in I have no daily duties. He took care of the baby, did the dishes, a load of laundry, cooked breakfast for the kids and dinner for the family. He let me nap, and take a long hot bath. That was my gift. Our son is too young to buy me gifts or tell me "happy mothers day", and my oldest (different relationship) made me a card and told me happy mothers day, and let me tell you---that was the BEST mother's day I could have ever asked for or wanted!!!
Reply:i dun know y her act like that.but i didn't ask anything from any person.
Reply:Girls want to feel wanted or more less feel as if her work has payed off. Although some women are picky so choose wisely. As long as you do something that can be appreciated you have the green light.
Reply:Our husbands aren't our children (okay only sometimes!!) but, we did/do carry, bear and care for their children. So showing some appreciation for the person who did/does most of the work in reference to your own children one day a year is a being a kind, loving, considerate husband. I show considerable appreciation of my husband on fathers day, to let him know that I thinks he's a fantastic dad and that I love him for being this to our children. Showing a little consideration goes a long way in a marriage.
Reply:I think it is just the recognition. Saying thanks for being such a great mother to our child/children. It is a woman thing-we like to feel appreciated for our hard work. We don't need a parade or a diamond necklace (although we wouldn't push it away) we just want to know that all of our sacrifice and giving and caretaking isn't taken for granted. If you can't bring yourself to give a card then you might be finding yourself in the doghouse...sorry , but I think you should just get the card if it would make her happy.