Mother’s Day Was Born From Grief-Not Greeting Cards

Did you know Mother’s Day was started by a motherless daughter? That surprising origin story helps explain why this holiday can feel tender, complicated, or even painful for so many of us, especially motherless daughters. In this post, I share the real history of Mother’s Day in the U.S., from its roots in peace and community care to how it became the national holiday we know today, and why it was never meant to be just a card-and-flowers kind of day. If Mother’s Day brings up grief, longing, or mixed emotions, you’re not alone and support is available through my Motherless Daughters group therapy and individual counseling.