Modern Mothers

The experts say I am

Questioning the simplified narratives that shape our expectations of boys

Birthing my children did not magically give me a stronger bond with them

My own mother’s tears traumatized me

How a visit to an outdoor school in Germany changed my view of childhood learning

An honest reflection on rediscovering my pillars of confidence

What to expect in the weeks after giving birth

Is it any wonder they’re totally disconnected?

My daughter witnessed both and it was an opportunity for conversation

Teaching accountability and empathy through actions, not words

It was worth it, and I made friends along the way

As a stay-at-home parent, I hate this question

It’s how they’ll know I still love them when they leave

How dare my husband be so helpful

If not, can I get a refund?

What they see is only a fraction of who I am

Breastfeeding: the bonding, the cuddles, the science

Adapting to my changing role as a parent to teen girls

I’m not sure I can go back.

How my son taught me to always double-think any mishap in a toddler shoe aisle

My appearance brought her to tears

I wouldn’t raise my kids the way she does, but I can’t argue with the results

A mother’s choices have consequences even before birth

On navigating motherhood, evolving goals and the impact we have on our kids as we shoot for those pie-in-the-sky dreams

As I stood there, waffle on the ground I realized that this was motherhood in all its chaotic beauty.

There’s labor, and baby’s health, and there’s also the health and experience of the mother.

Photo by Sai De Silva on Unsplash

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