Parenting

Daughter for Sale

A few days ago I saw an “Application to Date my Daughter” picture on my newsfeed. Several of my Facebook friends from Texas…

Childless Happiness in the Age of Children

Growing up, I always thought that I would one day have kids.

Stop Policing My Kid’s Body

Entering the children’s park on a fall Tuesday morning, I nod to the familiar groups of nannies and…

Depleted: Understanding Motherhood as Part of the Heroine’s Journey

Parenting : A Personal Choice

It’s been about eight years now since I first publicly stated that I would never be a mother. I’ll admit…

I Am My Parents’ Daughter

I sometimes try to pinpoint the exact moment I realized how thankful I am for my parents. I squeeze my eyes shut…

The Problem with “The Pretty Learning Purse” and Other Gendered Toys