Not Without My Daughter (1991) tells story of Betty Mahmoody's struggle in Iran. Joy Luck Club (1993) explores relationship between American-Chinese women and their Chinese mothers. Terms of Endearment (1983) features Shirley MacLaine and Jack Nicholson. Because I Said So (2007) combines comedy and romance with Diane Keaton. Freaky Friday (1976) is a comedy with Barbara Harris and Jodie Foster
Mother-daughter relationship shapes life forever, for better or worse. Mothers are first role models as women. Mothers can only love and nurture with their own resources. Many mothers struggled with societal expectations and mental health
Mother-daughter relationship affects self-esteem and identity development. Eight types of unhealthy relationships exist: overbearing, distant, competitive, judgmental. Mother-daughter bond can evolve from nurturing to friendship over time
Steel Magnolias follows mother-daughter relationship in Louisiana during 1980s. Georgia Rule shows rebellious teen living with strict grandmother in Idaho. Because I Said So explores mother-daughter relationship through dating. Anywhere But Here follows Ann's resentment of mother's unconventional lifestyle. White Oleander shows Astrid's journey through foster care system
Mother-daughter relationship is beyond description. Simple messages can make mothers happy and melt their hearts. Messages should be sent anytime, not just on special occasions
Mothers and daughters share similar experiences and understand each other better. Mother-daughter relationships have strongest parent-child bond due to brain chemistry. This relationship maintains strength even as children grow older. Mothers can influence each other's self-esteem for better or worse