To the Mamas: A Letter of Thanks (and the Reminder You Didn’t Know You Needed)

To the mamas—

Yes, you.

The one reading this with a half-warmed cup of coffee in one hand and a sticky toddler fingerprint on your leg. The one who hasn’t been alone in the bathroom since 2022. The one figuring it out without a manual. The one who cries sometimes, but only in the shower. The one loving hard, even when no one sees it.

This is for you.

Because this Mother’s Day, I didn’t want to send you a list. Not yet. Not another “Top 10 Gifts Under $50” or a "Brunch Ideas to Wow Her." You’ll get that. But first—you deserve to be seen. Like, truly seen. And what better way to do that than a letter, from one woman to another, from one soul to another.

So let’s talk, mama to mama.

Thank You for Showing Up (Even When You Didn’t Know How You Would)

You know those mornings where the alarm didn’t even go off, but your baby did? Or the days that start with spilled cereal and end with silent tears over the sink full of dishes? I see you.

And I need you to know—just getting up is enough. The world doesn't always clap for women like us. We’ve been taught to measure ourselves by how clean the house is, how balanced the meals are, how grateful we look.

But the truth? You don’t owe anyone perfection. You’re doing holy work in Target leggings and three-day-old curls. You’ve earned medals in patience, diplomacy, and making snacks out of nothing.

So thank you—for showing up. Every single time.

To the First-Time Moms: You’re Allowed to Be New Here

To the brand new mamas, the ones still figuring out how to be everything and still be yourself - I promise, it gets lighter.

Those long nights? You’re not doing them wrong. That baby who won’t sleep unless they're on your chest? That’s not a bad habit. That’s love, survival, and primal grace. You don’t need to bounce back, because you never left—you grew.

You're not just learning how to care for a baby. You're learning how to rebirth you. And while the books and blogs might give you the “how-to,” only your heart knows the way. Trust her. She's louder than the noise.

To the OG Mamas: You Make It Look Easy (Even When It Isn’t)

Maybe your babies are taller than you now. Maybe the chaos has shifted from toys on the floor to slammed doors and eye rolls.

Still—you show up. You counsel. You cook. You love through the hard. You remember. And that? That’s a different kind of beautiful.

You’ve carried the weight of motherhood in silence sometimes. Paid for braces when your account was on E. Took PTO for every field trip. Taught them how to drive even though it scared the mess out of you. You did that.

This letter? It’s clapping for you too.

To the Stepmoms, Bonus Moms, Auntie-Moms, and Chosen Moms: You Belong Here

You didn’t give birth to them—but you gave them everything else.

You filled in the blanks with love. You picked up pieces you didn’t break. You learned how to navigate holidays, tantrums, and that complicated thing called “blending” with grace that no one talks about enough.

You are just as mama as the rest of us. This tribe has room for every woman who shows up with love. Thank you for redefining what motherhood looks like—and making it more beautiful in the process.

To the Moms Doing It Alone (or Feeling Like You Are): I See You

Whether you're a solo parent by choice, circumstance, or a hard road no one else knows—you’re still standing. You hold it down and still tuck them in with a kiss.

I know it’s not always fair. The decisions, the bills, the constant needing. But you’re not invisible. You’re not just “strong”—you’re soft and strong. You’re not alone, even if it feels like it.

This Mother's Day? You deserve rest. Not because you're burnt out, but because you’re human.

This Is Your Reminder: You Don’t Have to Earn Your Celebration

Let’s be real—Mother’s Day can sometimes feel like a performance. The brunch, the cards, the social media posts. And while all of that is nice… let’s be clear:

You don’t have to do anything extra to be worthy of flowers. Or rest. Or love.

You already are.

You already are the magic.

So let someone else cook. Let the dishes sit. Let your phone go to voicemail. Light the good candle. Take a nap. Order the wine. Say no. Or say yes to something just for you.

And if no one told you today?

You’re doing an amazing job.

To the Mamas—You’re the Gift

At the end of the day, the world spins smoother because of women like you. Because of the quiet sacrifices, the loud laughs, the prayers whispered over little foreheads, and the million choices you make with love.

So this letter? It’s your applause.

And if you're looking to treat you this Mother’s Day? Do it. Get her the good stuff. Because you're not just a mom—you’re that mom.

So for the kind of mom who deserves it all—start here:

• A bouquet that actually makes her pause and smile

• A bottle of wine that doesn't need to be shared

• A candle that smells like peace and ten minutes alone

• Jewelry that says “I see you” without needing a card

• Something soft, luxurious, and absolutely not on sale

• A handwritten note—because her heart still keeps every one

Whatever it is, make sure it says: I love you, I see you, and you matter.

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