37. Subscriber Only: Is Lorelai a Selfish Mom?

Along with being quirky, caffeinated, and fast-talking, the other common adjective some critics use to describe Lorelai Gilmore is “selfish.” Including the way she mothers Rory.


Today, sisters and Gilmore experts Jackie and Catherine explore:


  • What IS a selfish mom?
  • What’s the difference between being selfish and self-centered?
  • What are society’s expectations for mothers today, and why aren’t dads often called selfish?
  • What are the moments when Lorelai put her daughter’s needs, social life, and future above her own?


And finally, was it selfish for Lorelai to keep Rory from the Gilmores and from Christopher? 


Today is a brutally honest, “let's get real” kind of episode. 


To access this bonus episode for Gabbing Gilmore exclusive subscribers, join the Patreon community here.


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If Gilmore Girls is your “comfort food,” join sisters Jackie and Catherine in this deep dive discussion of all things Stars Hollow. Coming to you straight from Connecticut, the sisters’ deep love for Lorelai & Rory fuel their “gabbing” about themes like single motherhood, feminism, friendship, parenting, and yes… of course, Rory’s boyfriends. So grab some red vines and coffee, and join these two GG pros for a walk through town square. Copperboom! P.S. every juicy morsel is on the table. So... not spoiler-free.