As the GIANTS family celebrate a unique Mother’s Day, AFLW star Nicola Barr and her mum, Philippa, catch up with Harvey Norman to chat about their relationship.

Harvey Norman are the proud principal partner of the GIANTS’ AFLW program.

In what ways does Mum support and inspire you in everyday life?

Mum’s zest for adventure inspires me every day. She loves to try new things and I know that I take on this attitude from her. She’s not afraid to get it wrong or have a laugh when you’re not the best at something, and that shows me that it’s okay to make mistakes and learn from them. Mum provides incredible support to me every day – she is very understanding and is always there for me to have a conversation about how I’m going. I don’t think she realises how important she is to me and my family.

They say food brings us together. Is that true with you and your Mum?

Definitely! Although, when it comes to cooking in the kitchen we differ a bit…Mum loves to follow a recipe whereas I’m a bit more blasé about cooking and like to make it up as I go. We do both like to cook savoury things however, and we both love trying new foods. I’d say our love for Asian cuisine is something that really brings us together, especially after having lived overseas in Asia for 10 years.

Do you and your mum have a favourite recent moment or memory together?

Mum and I recently travelled to Italy together. I was on a three month solo trip so meeting up was so special. My favourite moment would have to be in Rome. We had a whole day walking around and eating Gelato, and as the sun was going down we took a photo on a bridge over the river that runs through the city. The sun is shining on us, and we just finished a gelato on my 23rd birthday. What a great memory!

From all of us at the GIANTS, Happy Mother’s Day.