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Meet Doris Donley, 2023 National Mother of the Year®

APRIL 10, 2023

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What surprises you most about being a mom?

Having 5 of my own children and several foster children I have learned that there is no one perfect method for dealing with kids. I was surprised to learn that even though they could be born into the same family, each child is different and the most successful way to deal with each of them is very individualized. Each child has their own unique needs, gifts, and preferences. I believe it takes every wit you have, lots of trial and error, and lots of patience to be able to know what is going to work for each child.

Who has been impactful in your journey as a mother? What lessons do you carry with you and often share through motherhood?

My parents, of course. From the unconditional love of my father, I learned that family is the most important thing. From my mother, I always learned to have a sense of fun and play. Both my parents were very focused on having us learn independence and a strong sense of self.

What continues to inspire you in your motherhood journey?

Helping others inspires me to move forward in my motherhood journey. I love helping others, especially when they need childcare help. I LOVE “littles” both babies and children of any age. It is a well-known fact that I am a “baby hog”. Friends and family cannot expect to get baby-holding time if I am around. I love watching them grow and develop into young children, then teens, then adults, and eventually become parents themselves.

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