Get daily celeb exclusives and behind the scenes house tours direct to your inbox We have more newsletters Get daily celeb exclusives and behind the scenes house tours direct to your inbox We have more newsletters Model and Big Brother star Imogen Thomas has shared that there are days when she cries herself to sleep, after her mum was diagnosed with motor neurone disease. The 41-year-old revealed the news of her mum's terminal diagnosis six months ago in a heart-breaking Instagram post. She has since confirmed that she is focusing on caring for her mum, Janet.
Sharing the realities of looking after a family member with MND, Imogen told the Daily Mail , that her focus is now on "making memories" as she feels "robbed" of time with Janet, 61. She said: "It's heartbreaking and I feel robbed. "I've already lost my Dad but then for her to be diagnosed with a terminal illness , that's just it.
It's a big life change. I don't want to sit here and moan about it. "They're your parents and you love them so you just get on with it but it has been a challenge.
" Revealing how it has impacted her life, Imogen added: "There are days where I cry myself to sleep because I fell robbed. "I see mothers and daughters going shopping and feel jealous but should I? I always feel so guilty for saying that." Imogen has been open with her followers about her mum's illness and frequently shares updates.
Last month, the model went on a summer trip with Janet and posted a video of their time in the sun. She captioned the video: "That’s the end of a beautiful peaceful trip with my mama @jan.4696.
"We literally done nothing the whole week and we loved it. Simply laughing, joking, eating well. As it was global MND awareness day yesterday I want to mention the charity.
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Challenging MND which focuses on those currently experiencing the impact of Motor Neurone Disease. "They are dedicated to helping create lasting memories and provide support for those living with MND and their families. They do this by giving grants for things such as bespoke experiences or activities, equipment, home accessibility projects, virtual reality experiences and support for carers.
"They helped us for this holiday. We got to make these beautiful memories that will last us a lifetime. Thank you for that, please look up the charity so you too can benefit as a family.
" Fans supported Imogen and her mum in the commented, with one saying: "That’s such a beautiful memory for you and your mum. The way you look after her is so lovely. I did these type of things for my mum when she was unwell.
I dyed her hair for her, washed her and cleaned her teeth etc. I’m in awe of you for being this person for your mum xx." Another added: "That's so beautiful.
My sis n I have a mother daughters day out every couple of months and I absolutely love it. Belly laughs and memories, it's so important xx" While a third commented: "I’m so glad that you have had time to do something just you and your mum. Give her a massive hug from me and well done for raising awareness of MND with such a personal post.
I know how close you are and how much she means to you Ims. Sending you loads of love xxx".
