From near and afar, our mothers have an uncanny ability to provide love and support to their children unlike anyone else.
Seriously, how do they just know when we’re having an off day? How is their advice always so incredibly on-point? And for the love of all things good how do they always find that thing we’ve been looking for for hours, within a matter of moments?
Whichever way you look at it, mums are pretty darn special in our eyes, no matter where they are.
For Australia’s most well known faces, this couldn’t be any truer.
Falling on May 10 this year, Mother’s Day has been a little different as the world battles the spread of COVID-19, and many are forced to stay within the confines of their homes and avoid visitors.
But global pandemic or not, love always wins – and these celebrities have proved as much with an outpouring of love for their mums.
Keep scrolling as we look at some of the loveliest Mother’s Day posts shared by Aussie celebrities.
Nicole Kidman
After revealing her heartbreak about being away from her own mother on Mother’s Day, Nicole Kidman shared this rare photo of her daughters Sunday,11, and Faith, nine. The actress, who is based in Nashville, was unable to see her 80-year-old mum who lives in Sydney due the travel restrictions put in place thanks to the COVID-19 crisis.
Cyrell and Eden
For her first Mother’s Day, Married At First Sight’s Cyrell Paule, who shares little Boston with Eden Dally, gave a shout out to single parents. “To all the single mamas doing it on their own, I inspire to be you… to the fathers out there being both a mama and a pap for their little ones, you’re all MVPs,” she wrote.
Carrie Bickmore
Her prides and joys – Carrie Bickmore posted an adorable family snap on the morning of Mother’s Day with a simple heart emoji. Looks like she’s feeling plenty of love today.
Lisa Wilkinson
Lisa Wilkinson shared a beautiful photo with her mother along with a heartfelt caption: “Sending much love to everyone, like me, who for whatever reason is missing their mum today. I chose this pic because I think being a grandma was probably her greatest joy in life. And I know I never could have made it through those tough early years as a mum myself with three kids under five, without her limitless love and patience, particularly at times when I found myself struggling with it all.” She concluded the special post: “The love, it never leaves you… Here’s to Mums.”
Jasmine Stefanovic
Celebrating her first Mother’s Day as a fresh new mum, Jasmine Yarbrough posted a series of images that led her to this incredible new parenting chapter with her husband Karl.
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“Happy Mother’s Day to my beautiful Mumma Bear, my Nana (now a great grandma) and my amazing mother in-law Jenny Penny. Mumma you are already such a good G-Ma to our Harper May,” the new mum wrote, alongside a beautiful set of images including this candid outtake from her wedding day back in 2018.
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She continued: “It’s my first Mother’s Day and my heart is so full because of you Harper May, thank you for choosing me to be your Mumma.”
Alex McKinnon
Athlete Alex McKinnon shared big love for his wife Teigan, who welcomed a baby girl in 2018. “Happy 2nd Mother’s Day ❤️,” he began. “I’ve spent last night & this morning thinking about what to write and in all honesty no words can do it justice but I’ll try. You are selfless and so loving, you give us as a family everything you have got every day and I personally am so grateful that together we have created such a beautiful family. You are number 1 mum in the world and Harri and I love you so much 😘”
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The young family couldn’t be any cuter.
Jesinta Franklin
Jesinta Franklin shared an incredible image from her pregnancy with her newborn Tullulah, writing: “Motherhood. The most beautiful gift and my greatest blessing in life. Tullulah has made me feel a love so profound I can’t even find the words to describe. My life will never be the same and I have even more respect and immense appreciation for my own amazing mum and grandmothers & mother in law as well as all the beautiful mumma’s I am surrounded by.”
Matt Agnew
Former Bachelor Matt Agnew posted a cute snap with his mum taken during what looks to be a family holiday. “Happy Mums Day, Mum! ☺️,” he penned.
Osher
Aussie TV legend Osher Gunsberg posted a stunning pic of his wife Audrey Griffin after the birth of their nine-month-old son Wolfie, writing: “To the woman who redefined what I believed a mother could be. @audreygriffen I adore you.”
Lachy Wiggle
The Wiggles’ Lachlan Lachlan Gillespie shared a sweet post in tribute to his fiancee Dana Stephenson, who has a son Jasper, writing: “Happy Mother’s Day @dana_stephensen from your two little rockers 🎸🎸 we love you soooooo much”
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Two little rockers indeed!
Penny McNamee
Home & Away star Penny McNamee celebrated the day quite simply as a mum of two. “✔️Sleep-in ✔️New ugg boots ✔️Coffee #happymum,” she wrote.
Rachael Finch
Health and wellness influencer Rachael Finch shared a powerful candid after she welcomes her second child, her son Dom, writing: “The gift of being a mother. Something I will never take for granted & always hold close as the best thing I’ve ever done. Violet and Dom have shaped the woman I am today, and everything I want to be. To all the mamas out there doing the best they can, sending you so much love now and always. 💗”
Bindi Irwin
Newlywed Bindi Irwin shared a touching tribute to her mum on the special day, giving fans a beautiful insight into her special wedding day back in March. “Happy Mother’s Day to my best friend, pillar of strength and guiding light. Mum, you’re the most amazing woman I’ve ever known,” the 21-year-old wrote.
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She continued: “Thank you for making the wonderful decision to become a mother 22 years ago. I’ll forever be grateful to be your daughter. I love you beyond description.”
Turia Pitt
Turia Pitt’s mum might not be on Instagram, but she sure has a lot of admirers on the platform. The athlete and activist took to her official page to share a resounding tribute for her number one gal: “My Mum isn’t on Instagram so I’m off the hook for some glowing Mother’s Day post. But next time you see her, do me a solid, and rave about how lovely my post was! ” Turia wrote.
She continued: “Points to mention to her include: That the fact she raised four kids, held down a full time job, and wrote three best selling books in her second language is a constant inspiration to me. Like, what the actual f*ck. That she makes the best omelettes ever. That her continuous zest for life and overall joie de vivre is next level, and always makes me want to be a better human. That she’s the best grandmother imaginable,” to name a few!
