10-05-2025
Happy Mother's Day! Local celeb moms share what motherhood means to them
Mother's Day is about celebrating the many incredible women who embody the spirit of motherhood.
Ahead of this special day, we reached out to some famous moms to find out what makes motherhood meaningful to them.
ZOË BROWN
'Being a mom is such a privilege. I have friends who are struggling to start and expand their families. Now that I have my sons, it was worth the wait because I am enjoying every moment. It's definitely not easy with two little ones, but it helps to have the extra hands. I look forward to every milestone with them.'
'The best part is really the little things. From Luke's first smile to Jordan's sassy attitude. I wish people had warned me about all the happy tears I would shed! But also, it's beautiful to know I'm responsible for raising two good men in the world – the world needs more good men.'
TUMI MORAKE
'Being a mother means that three souls chose me as their entry point to the world, and chose me to begin their journey with them. My children have taught me invaluable lessons about meeting the most patient, loving and giving side of myself. This has all meant I have a great responsibility to take care of myself so I can show up for them.
'The best part has been the laughs! Oh, my children crack me up effortlessly. It's also the genius and talent flex on my side. To know that I have been a part of raising some pretty smart and talented people.'
KHANYI MBAU
'Being a mother means being a guide, guardian and a sounding board for the soul [my daughter Khanz] that was assigned to me. And the best part of motherhood is that it's made me accountable and intentional with everything I do.'
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AMY JONES
'Being a mother means showing up every day, giving 150% of yourself every day and showing unconditional love towards your child or children every single day. Being a first-time mom, motherhood has been an incredible journey. It's the smiles you get back, the tight cuddles and the little giggles that I get from my boy that make it even more special and the best thing ever!'
SIMPHIWE NGEMA
'Motherhood is my everything right now. To me it means unconditional love, being patient and showing up for my kids every day – doesn't matter whether I'm tired, moody or angry – I still have to show up. It also means becoming the best version of myself so that they have someone to look at.'
'My boys are so affectionate, they look at me like I'm their world and for me, it makes everything worth it.
'My firstborn, Tiyani (4), is so considerate – he gives me kisses and hugs when I need them the most. He will compliment me and say, 'You look so pretty, Mommy', or 'I love your dress'. At school, they will report how well-mannered he is. So it makes the late nights and motherhood all worth it.'
