September 4

National Lazy Mom’s Day

Take a break from your busy life and enjoy National Lazy Mom's Day! Pamper yourself, relax with a book, or just take some time for yourself.

Yearly Date

First Friday in September

Observed in

United States

Introduction

Give yourself a break and celebrate National Lazy Mom’s Day on the first Friday in September! The day was first established to recognize all the hardworking moms who deserve some time to relax and take it easy. After all, raising children is no small feat and often requires superhuman strength. So why not give yourself a well-deserved reward and dedicate this special day to taking it easy? Whether you spend time with your family, have a spa day, or just curl up with a good book, we hope you enjoy the much-needed rest.

National Lazy Mom’s Day Timeline

1914

Mother's Day Becomes Official

President Woodrow Wilson signs a proclamation declaring the second Sunday in May as a national holiday to honor mothers.

1950s-60s

Women's Rights Movement

The Women's Rights Movement gains momentum, highlighting the roles and responsibilities of mothers and advocating for their rights and recognition.

1979

UN Convention on Women

The United Nations General Assembly adopts the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), recognizing the important role of mothers in society.

2001

National Lazy Mom's Day Concept

The idea of celebrating National Lazy Mom's Day starts gaining popularity as a day dedicated to allowing mothers to take a break from their daily routines and responsibilities.

2015

Increased Recognition

National Lazy Mom's Day gains wider recognition as more organizations and media outlets begin to promote the holiday, leading to greater appreciation of mothers and their efforts.

How to Celebrate National Lazy Mom’s Day

1 Take a nap

Take a break from being a mom and take a nap. Put your feet up, grab a pillow and blanket, and close your eyes for a few minutes. It will do wonders for your state of mind.

2 Order takeout

Don't feel like cooking? Lazy Mom's Day is the perfect time to order takeout. Skip the grocery store, skip the cooking, and just relax with a meal delivered right to your door.

3 Have a movie night

Grab some popcorn, pick out a movie on Netflix, and take some time out of the day to veg out and watch a movie with your family.

4 Go out for ice cream

Take the whole family out for ice cream! Spend some quality time together while enjoying some delicious treats. This is an easy way to make Lazy Mom's Day extra special.

5 Plan a spa day

Treat yourself to a day at the spa. Enjoy a massage, facial, or manicure/pedicure to relax and rejuvenate after all of your hard work.

Why We Love National Lazy Mom’s Day

Lazy Mom’s Day celebrates self-care

National Lazy Mom's Day encourages busy moms to take time out of their day to relax and practice some much-needed self-care. This important day serves as a reminder that it's okay to slow down and take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Lazy Mom’s Day is about quality time with family

Often, moms put aside their own needs in order to put the needs of their families first. National Lazy Mom's Day is a great opportunity for moms to spend quality time with their kids and loved ones, without having to worry about chores or errands!

Lazy Mom’s Day can be done almost anywhere

This special holiday isn't limited by location - you can celebrate it at home, on vacation, or even on the go. All you need is your favorite blanket and a cup of coffee (or tea!) for an easy and enjoyable way to de-stress and unwind after a long day.