McEEK's definitions

ghost mom

A Mother who is not present in her children's lives but acts like she is.

A mom who physically can be present but doesn't parent or care for her children.

Joan says her mom is a ghost mom because she's never around to support her or care for her so they call her by her first name instead of mom.

by McEEK May 14, 2016

postcard mom

Biological mother that doesn't live with her children. Sends cards/postcards for holidays and birthdays.

Ann's mom moved away and now she's a postcard mom and only sends cards on her birthday.

by McEEK January 3, 2016