Published on May 10, 2022

Interplex OCP De Mexico – El Dia de la Madre

Agatha Christie once wrote “A mother’s love for her child is like nothing else in the world. It knows no law, no pity, it dates all things and crushes down remorselessly all that stands in its path.” This intense maternal passion accurately describes many women’s experiences with being a mother and it also deeply resonates with Mexican culture as a whole. Mexican Mother’s Day—one of the most important, cherished holidays in Mexico—which boasts so many traditions including feasts and songs...

Starting early in the morning, it’s customary to be present at your mother’s home and to wake her up with a song (sometimes accompanied by trios or a mariachi band!). It is also common to attend a special mass put on in various Mexican churches. Not only that, but sharing a family meal together is revered on Mother’s Day in Mexico, featuring delicacies “such as mole, pozole, enchiladas, cochinita (in Yucatan), sopes, quesadillas, etc.

To all mothers everywhere! Happy Mothers Day!