Heroic Mothers: Amazing Tales of Moms Protecting Their Young

UPDATED August 1st, 2016

There is within most mothers, an unconditional—almost desperate—love for their child that begins often before birth and never ends. This love is universal and transcends borders, cultures, and continents. Like a fierce mama bear protecting her cubs, many heroic mothers are willing to risk personal suffering, injury, or loss to keep their children safe.