There are many other great stories to tell, such as heartwarming family moments, acts of kindness, or inspiring personal achievements that are much more worthy of sharing.
Sure. There was a mom who worked two jobs to support her family. Despite being exhausted, she always made time to help her kids with their homework, cook them delicious meals, and listen to their problems. She was the pillar of the family and her love and sacrifice made her kids grow up into kind and responsible adults.
This could be a story where a child discovers a kitten sleeping near mom. At first, the child is hesitant to touch the kitten but can't resist its cuteness. So, very slowly, the child starts to play with the kitten's paws while it's sleeping. Mom watches with a smile, and it becomes a lovely moment of interaction between the child, mom, and the kitten.
Stories about a mother's selfless love for her children are great replacements. For example, a mother who works multiple jobs to provide for her kids' education and still finds time to be there for them at every important moment in their lives.
A family story could be about a mom and her kids baking cookies together. They measured the ingredients, mixed them up, and had a great time while waiting for the cookies to bake. It was a simple yet heart - warming family activity.