Question 1

My mom just died. Can I attend?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We are especially here for you during this tender first year and this first Mother's Day without your mom.

Question 2

My mom died a very long time ago. Is this gathering for me?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Some of our participants, including some of our co-hosts, lost their moms decades ago. No matter how long it's been, it's common to miss your mom at this time of year. You'll find many other women on the call who were children and teenagers when their mothers died.

Question 3

My mother and I are estranged and I identify as a motherless daughter. Can I attend this event?

Accepted Answer

You are absolutely welcome to sign up for this call. However, nearly all of the women participating will have lost their mothers to death, since that is the main focus, and the activities and stories you hear may not feel as relevant for you in your current situation.

Question 4

I can only come for part of the call. Should I sign up anyway?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We'd love to have you join us for however long you can. You'll receive a recorded link to watch the rest of the call later, if you'd like.

Question 5

I can't attend live but I'd like to watch the call later. Is that possible?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We'll send a recorded link within 24 hours to everyone who has registered for the call, whether they were there live or not. We hope you'll join us in spirit when you watch it later!

Question 6

This time doesn't work for me. Will you be doing it at any other time?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, no. We chose this time of day because we thought it would best accommodate daughters in the U.S., Canada, and the European countries that celebrate Mother's Day on May 11. Apologies if you're in ANZ -- there was no good time that would easily accommodate everyone live!

Question 7

I'd like more motherless daughter support, beyond this call.

Accepted Answer

Head to https://www.hopeedelman.com/weekly-support-calls and join us in our Motherless Daughters Community Calls. Four calls a month, topics that speak to you, ongoing support, and a group of women who understand you.

Mother's Day for Motherless Daughters 2025

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