When I first ventured into the Facebook support groups a few years back, I heard of something I had never heard of in all my years as a natural mom: Birthmother's Day. I've heard different origin stories of how this day came to be, and to be honest I have no idea which one is accurate. But I have noticed that this day often brings up a debate.For those of you who don't know, Birthmother's Day is a day some of us mark the Saturday before Mother's Day. So this year it would be May 9th. The debate usually centers around one very valid
question: Does Birthmother's Day segregate us as not being "real" mothers?
I have a very personal view of Birthmother's vs. Mother's Day. With my daughters birthday being so close to it, for me, regardless of any other issues I have it's all just too much. Not to mention my story isn't one of happiness and acceptance. So I always say I don't need a day to recognize or celebrate the trauma I have been through. Also, I tend to agree with the fact that I feel like it segregates me. I would much rather be recognized on Mother's Day for the mother that I am. I don't judge anyone who does choose to celebrate this day, but for me and my beliefs, it just doesn't fit.
How do you feel about Birthmother's Day in relation to Mother's Day?
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