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These tender and emotional poems about motherhood celebrate the sacred journey of becoming a mother and the profound bond with a child. They depict the joys and challenges of nurturing, sacrifice, and unconditional love.
These poems offer a sense of mutual joy and struggle while countering the ongoing idealization of motherhood in American culture; some tackle difficult subjects and emotions while daring to say what’s been deemed unspeakable.
- Jone Johnson Lewis
- May Sarton: "For My Mother" In this poem, May Sarton decides not to focus on her aging mother's health challenges. Instead, she will remember how strong her mother was, as this excerpt reveals
- John Greenleaf Whittier: "Tribute to Mother" Here, 19th-century poet John Greenleaf Whittier, a Quaker also known for his abolitionism, reflects on how his mother disciplined him when he was a child.
- Robert Louis Stevenson: "To My Mother" Another well-known poet, Robert Louis Stevenson, reflects on his relationship with his mother. You too, my mother, read my rhymes.
- Joanne Bailey Baxter: "Mother On Mother's Day" In this poem, Joanne Bailey Baxter remembers her late mother who left behind a resilient family. This tribute may bring comfort to those mourning the loss of a loved one.
Mar 22, 2017 · Looking for a classic poem for Mother’s Day? Look no further. Whilst sentimental rhymes and rather sappy doggerel fills many a Mothering Sunday greetings card, these ten poems represent some of the best statements about mothers and motherhood ever written.
Mother poems to show the sacrifice and love a mother has for her child. Let poetry express that bond – whether it’s for Mother's Day, her Birthday or any occasion, share today!
Whether it's Edgar Allan Poe's homage, Langston Hughes' encouragement, or Sylvia Plath's depiction of early motherhood, each poem showcases the profound impact mothers have on shaping our identities and nurturing our souls.
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These poems serve as a reminder that motherhood is a bond that transcends words and that the experiences shared by mothers are both unique and universal. Through the power of poetry, we can gain insight into the joy, challenges, and sacrifices that define the beautiful journey of being a mom.
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