This Mother's Day, Let's Celebrate the Other Mother Figures (Exclusive)Virginia Evans reflects on the importance of non-maternal figures in children's lives, celebrating the "other mothers" — aunts, godmothers, friends, and community members — who provide love, care, and support to children. Through personal anecdotes and observations, she argues that motherhood extends beyond biological ties and that all adults can play meaningful roles in nurturing the next generation, especially for those who may not have traditional mother figures.people.com·May 8, 2026
