For most people, Mother’s Day is a time of celebration and joy—a chance to give thanks to the women who raised us. But for Fox News personality Kat Timpf, this year’s holiday carries a heavy emotional weight. In a recent, emotional social media post and follow-up interview, Timpf opened up about the pain of facing Mother’s Day without her mom, who passed away from a terminal illness several years ago.

This Mother’s Day marks her first as a mother herself, following the recent birth of her baby boy. And while it’s a season filled with love and new beginnings, Timpf admits it’s also shadowed by a deep, unshakable ache.

“I can’t stop imagining what it would be like if my mom were here,” Timpf shared. “To see her hold my son, to watch her smile at him… it breaks my heart that she never got that chance.”

A Bond That Never Faded

Kat Timpf, best known for her sharp wit and bold commentary on Gutfeld! and Fox News, rarely shares the more vulnerable parts of her life. But in this moment, she chose honesty over polish, offering a rare look into the emotions that often go unspoken during a season of celebration.

Timpf lost her mother, Ann Marie, after a long battle with illness, a loss that she has publicly said shaped her both personally and professionally.

“My mom was everything to me,” Timpf said. “She believed in me when no one else did. She taught me to speak up, to stand strong, and to laugh through the tears.”

That strength has carried Timpf through a high-profile media career and into the next chapter of her life: motherhood.

Becoming a Mom Without a Mom

Just weeks ago, Timpf and her husband welcomed their first child. The birth of her son, she said, was the most joyful moment of her life—but it was bittersweet.

“When I first held my baby, the first person I wanted to call was my mom,” she said, holding back tears. “And she wasn’t there. That emptiness is something I can’t put into words.”

Timpf says she often finds herself talking to her mom in quiet moments—asking for advice, sharing fears, or simply hoping she’s watching from somewhere above.

“Sometimes I close my eyes and imagine her sitting next to me, holding her grandson,” Timpf said. “I can hear her laugh. I can feel her hand on mine. That image gives me strength.”

A Message for Others Grieving on Mother’s Day

Timpf’s story resonated deeply with her fans, especially those who are navigating the same emotional complexities of grieving a parent while building their own families.

“This day isn’t easy for everyone,” Timpf posted. “To anyone out there missing their mom today—please know you’re not alone. And if you’re a mom who’s grieving while celebrating, your strength is real, and it matters.”

Her words sparked an outpouring of support online, with thousands sharing similar stories of loss, longing, and love.

One fan wrote: “Thank you, Kat. I lost my mom right before my daughter was born. Your words today helped me feel seen.”

Another added: “My mom passed away three years ago, and this holiday still hurts. Hearing your story makes me feel a little less alone.”

Honoring Her Mother’s Legacy

Though her mother is no longer physically present, Timpf says she’s working every day to pass down her mom’s strength and values to her own child.

“My mom raised me to be independent, funny, and brave. If I can raise my son with even half the love she gave me, I know I’ll be doing something right.”

She plans to honor her mother by sharing stories, keeping old family traditions alive, and one day telling her son all about the grandmother he never got to meet—but who lives on in every part of their lives.

A Bittersweet First Mother’s Day

As the country celebrates moms this weekend, Kat Timpf stands as a reminder that Mother’s Day can be both beautiful and heartbreaking—a blend of joy for what we have, and grief for what we’ve lost.

“I’m holding my son a little closer today,” she said softly. “And I’m holding my mom in my heart. Always.”