Hundreds of readers got in touch on the Shields Gazette Facebook page to post their touching memories and treasured pictures in tribute to mams, nanas, wives and other wonderful women.
13. Mam and grandma
Danielle Lount said: Me and my amazing mam Carole , does everything for me and my two boys. Appreciate everything she does for us. Love her loads. So happy she's my mam because my children get her as their grandma. Photo: Danielle Lount
14. Fabulous
Angela Stephenson said: Me and my fabulous Mam Jean Birrell with my grandchildren Ruby and Corey, she is a Mam in a million not only to me but to my three elder brothers. She is 83 years old and the sole carer to my 60 year disabled brother. She is such a supportive Mam, nana and great nana nothing is too much bother. Photo: Angela Stephenson
15. Always missed
Dot Wilson-Newcombe said: My amazing mam Margaret was an inspiration to so many, selfless, loving and caring. Loved and missed always and forever. Photo: Dot Wilson-Newcombe
16. All smiles
Stella Ames said: Me and my beautiful mam Sandra Ames. The most important lady in my life, love you all the world mam and more. Photo: Stella Ames