Losing a mum, even when it’s gradual and complicated, means losing a part of yourself
My mum is technically still alive but I lost her a long time ago.
My mum Elaine
One day, I'll tell my daughters how they got me through the darkest era of my life and I'll never be able to put into words how thankful I am for that.
‘I appreciate the love my mum has for me even though she can no longer express it.’
Emily grieves a mother who is alive but lost due to young-onset Alzheimer’s.
Motherless mothering on special occasions
Helen shines a light on motherless mothering in the media.
I met up with my younger self today
A social media trend that actually feels like therapy.
BBC North Yorkshire features TMM
We were thrilled to be featured by BBC North Yorkshire and BBC Radio York in January. What a moment for TMM!
Meeting Kevin Hollinrake MP
Lou meets with Kevin Hollinrake MP to advocate for motherless mothers.
Grieving at work after losing both parents
Navigating work and parent loss is a difficult journey.
Dear Motherless Mother
You are not alone; I intimately understand the depths of your journey. Your struggles, your triumphs, your heartaches—I've felt them too.
Things We Wish You Knew About Being a Motherless Mother
Not everyone will experience all of these, but here are some of the things we wish more people knew about what it's like to be a motherless mother.