What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedLove, Mom
Nicole Saphier · Book
If you loved Love, Mom, start with Workin' Moms (Catherine Reitman, 2017) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Love, Mom across media.
If Love, Mom moved you, you will appreciate these stories that explore the complex, often messy, and deeply personal realities of parenthood.
Films on the same thread
Stepmom
Chris Columbus · Film · 1998
Explores: Terminal Illness, Blended Families, Step-Parenting.
Like the reflections in Love, Mom, this film captures the emotional evolution of motherhood, focusing on the grace required to navigate blended families and difficult life transitions.
Maternal Instinct
Jessica Dimmock · Film · 2026
Explores: deception, maternal obsession, criminal investigation.
While Love, Mom celebrates the bond of parenthood, this documentary examines the dark consequences of maternal obsession, providing a chilling look at the boundaries of maternal identity.
Hair Love
Matthew A. Cherry · Film · 2019
Explores: Natural Hair, Parental Love, Self-Acceptance.
This short film mirrors the heartwarming parental reflections found in Love, Mom by highlighting the tender, daily efforts fathers make to nurture their children through small acts.
Reminders of Him
Vanessa Caswill · Film · 2026
Explores: Estranged motherhood, Second chances, Forbidden romance.
This story delves into the pain of estranged motherhood, echoing the themes of legacy and personal growth that readers found so resonant within the pages of Love, Mom.
Series on the same thread
Mom
Eddie Gorodetsky · Series · 2013
Explores: Dysfunctional Family, Addiction Recovery, Mother-Daughter Relationship.
Much like the personal essays in Love, Mom, this sitcom finds humor and humanity in the struggle to balance recovery and the complex dynamics of mother-daughter relationships.
How I Met Your Mother
Carter Bays · Series · 2005
Explores: Friendship, Dating, Nostalgia.
If you enjoyed the nostalgic look at family foundations in Love, Mom, you will appreciate this narrative journey that centers on the long-term impact of parental love.
Better Things
Pamela Adlon · Series · 2016
Explores: single motherhood, female perspective, raising teenagers.
This series offers a raw, honest perspective on single motherhood that complements the candid parenting reflections shared by the contributors throughout the anthology Love, Mom.
Workin' Moms
Catherine Reitman · Series · 2017
Shares a thread with Love, Mom: Motherhood.
Like Love, Mom, this show provides a community-focused look at the trials of modern parenting, validating the diverse and challenging experiences that define the maternal journey.
Podcasts on the same thread
Modern Love
The New York Times · Podcast
Explores: love stories, relationship advice, personal essays.
This anthology podcast mirrors the structure of Love, Mom by using real-life personal essays to explore the profound impact of human connection and complex family relationships.
All There Is with Anderson Cooper
CNN Podcasts · Podcast
Explores: grief, loss, bereavement.
This podcast explores the difficult side of personal legacy and bereavement, offering a deeper, more somber look at the themes of loss touched upon in Love, Mom.
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Common questions
What is the primary focus of Love, Mom?
Love, Mom is a collection of reflections on motherhood written by various Fox News anchors and personalities. The book gathers personal insights and experiences from these contributors to explore the multifaceted nature of being a mother through their unique professional and personal perspectives.
Who is the author of Love, Mom?
Love, Mom was written by Nicole Saphier. As the primary author, she curated and compiled this collection of reflections, featuring contributions from a variety of Fox News anchors and personalities who share their personal stories and thoughts regarding their experiences with motherhood.
Is Love, Mom a memoir written by a single person?
No, Love, Mom is not a singular memoir. While written by Nicole Saphier, the book functions as a collaborative collection. It features reflections on motherhood contributed by several different Fox News anchors and personalities, rather than focusing exclusively on the life story of one individual.
What type of content should I expect in Love, Mom?
Readers of Love, Mom can expect a compilation of essays and reflections centered on motherhood. The content consists of personal insights provided by Fox News anchors and personalities, offering a variety of viewpoints and experiences shared by these individuals as they navigate their roles as mothers.