Cute Instagram Captions for Photos of Mom (2024)

When you were growing up and Mother’s Day was approaching, would you ever ask your mother when kids’ day was? Maybe she’d laugh, roll her eyes a little, and respond: “Every day is kids’ day."

Of course, she was right. Most mothers celebrate their children every single day. And that’s why, as we grow up, we come to understand how important it is to celebrate moms.

Mother’s Day is all about making your mom feel special, maybe by taking time out of your day to call her, stopping by for dinner, going for a mother-daughter day trip, or bringing her flowers. One bonus way to show her love is by giving her the spotlight on your Instagram. Share a photo she looks great in (and one she ideally approves) then caption it with a sweet memory, a sentimental quote, or something silly to make her laugh.

Need some help when it comes to creative caption generation? No worries — we're here with some inspiration. Read on for 50 hilarious, heartwarming, and pun-tastic captions to post with a photo of you and your mom this Mother's Day (or any day of the year, for that matter).

Mother’s Day Brunch Captions for Instagram

Love you a brunch, Mom.

My mom taught me to save water by drinking Champagne. *insert Champagne glasses emoji*

Hugs and quiches for my mom. (For a photo of you kissing her on the cheek)

I’ll take you to brunch and get you flowers any day of the year — every day is Mother’s Day after all.

Cheers to my forever brunch and travel partner in crime. *insert Champagne glasses emoji*

You say tomato, we say bloody mary. *insert co*cktail emoji*

Orange you thankful for bottomless brunch?

Girls just wanna have brunch.

Hakuna mimosa: it means it’s brunch time.

Sweet Instagram Captions to Show Your Mom How Much She Means to You

You always lift me up, keep me humble, and love me no matter what.

She’s not a regular mom, she’s a cool mom.

I want to be just like my mom when I grow up.*insert heart eyes emoji*

I’m so lucky to have a best friend who’s also my mom. *insert twins emoji*

Let me spoil you for a change, Mom. (For when you’re out to dinner or treating her to a spa day)

Thanks for always being my crying shoulder. *insert kissy face emoji*

Taking in some sun with the biggest ray of sunshine I know. *insert sun emoji* (For a vacation photo from somewhere sunny)

The truest form of best friendship is the friendship between a mom and her daughter.

You are my biggest cheerleader, my most-trusted confidante, and my favorite role model.

She wore mom jeans before they were cool.*insert winky face emoji*

If moms were flowers, I’d definitely pick you. *insert flower emoji*

Thanks for loving me through my angsty teen years. *insert black heart emoji*

Mothers hold their children’s hands for a while but their hearts forever.

We don’t always see eye to eye, but always heart to heart.

To the world, you’re a mother, but to our family, you’re the world.

Thank you for teaching me about the glass ceiling, then showing me how to smash it. *insert hammer emoji*

Funny Mother-Daughter Puns to Use as an Instagram Caption

You da mom! *insert winky face emoji*

Thanks for always listening to me wine. *insert wine emoji*

Girls just wanna have fun(damental rights). (For a mom who's a feminist)

We’re best teas for life. (If you’re taking your mom to high tea)

You’ve always had your rieslings. *insert wine emoji*

I love you a latte. (For a coffee date with Mom)

Nacho average mama. (For when you’re out for Mexican food)

Thank you for making me my best selfie. (To caption a cute selfie with Mom)

This may sound cheesy, but I’m so grateful to be your daughter. *insert cheese emoji*

Thanks for teaching me to always listen to my inner mom-ologue.

Cheers to the woman who rosé me right. *insert wine emoji*

You’ll always have a pizza my heart, Mom. *insert pizza emoji*

Thank you for doing such a grape job of raisin me. *insert grapes emoji*

Heartwarming Quotes to Use for a Photo of You and Your Mom

“When you look at your mother, you are looking at the purest love you will ever know." — Mitch Albom

“I’ll love you forever, I’ll like you for always.” — Robert Munsch

“A mother’s arms are made of tenderness, and children sleep soundly in them.” — Victor Hugo

“Sometimes the strength of motherhood is greater than natural laws.” — Barbara Kingsolver

“Most mothers are instinctive philosophers.” — Harriet Beecher Stowe

“I can imagine no heroism greater than motherhood.” — Lance Conrad

“The best place to cry is on a mother’s arms.” — Jodi Picoult

“Always know that you’ve got a daughter that’s so, so proud you took the high road.” — Beyoncé

“Mothers are like glue. Even when you can’t see them, they’re still holding the family together.” —Susan Gale

“It doesn’t matter how old you are, or what you do in your life — you never stop needing your mom.” —Kate Winslet

“A mother’s hug lasts long after she lets go.” — Unknown

“Mothers can look through a child’s eyes and see tomorrow.” — Reed Markham