About
The MotherloadFrom dreaming of children to empty nesting, this is a place for mothers to share the load. Here you will find content that is valuable for mothers of all ages and experience levels. We are setting out to be the motherload of motherhood information.
Note from the editor
From dreaming of children to empty nesting, this is a place for mothers to share the load. Here you will find content that is valuable for mothers of all ages and experience levels. We are setting out to be the motherload of motherhood information.
Editors
Erin Hendriksen
Editor of The Motherload. Top Writer in Parenting. Her BSc. and RRT designations led to a fulfilling NICU career prior to becoming a mother.
Sara Becker
Anesthesia, Weekend Beers, UC... That sums me up, now I’ll write about anything. Writer for You, Me & My Dog. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sarabecker
Writers
Sara Becker
Anesthesia, Weekend Beers, UC... That sums me up, now I’ll write about anything. Writer for You, Me & My Dog. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sarabecker
Ruby Lee
Mother, Wife, Teacher, Librarian, Teller of Stories. Author of The Marriage Wars by Leeanne Beasley Berry. Top Writer in Parenting, This Happened to Me, Humor
Sara Barnes
Homeschooling mother of three. Raising my family abroad. Lover of strong coffee and a good pun.
Caitlin Cartwright
Mom. Wife. Recruiter. Aspiring writer. Learning to make sense of the frequent “I didn’t expect that” parts of my life.
Pauline Wu
West Coast based. Foreign language enthusiast. Loves food, music, karaoke. East Coast roots. Proud Asian American.
Laura DeMaisBerg
I write about seemingly mundane experiences that are relatable because we are human. Subscribe on Substack to get my stories directly: lauramc.sub-stack.com
Anna (she/her)
9X Top Writer. Proud grad of CA public schools. Committed to justice & leadership development. Wife & mom of 2 girls & 2 big dogs. Love to eat almost everything
Cynthia Luna
National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) and ACLM Lifestyle Medicine Coach
Doran Lamb
Top Writer in Mental Health + Psychology + Love. Acute observer of the stigma surrounding mental health and addiction. https://doranlamb.medium.com/membership
Donna Lynn
I’m Donna — mom of three grown children and grandma to 5. I’m a former kindergarten teacher and I love to write.
Meredith Ethington
Meredith Ethington, Author - Mom Life: Perfection Pending, Blogger at Perfectionpending.net and Editor in Chief of Filterfreeparents.com
Raji Pillay
I bring my love for books, coffee, technology and life in general to my writing. Blockchain has caught my fancy and I am exploring it as I write.
Carmen Ortega
I share stories about the mistakes I’ve made, lessons I’ve learnt from them so you don’t have to make them. https://carmenort.com 🇸🇬
Elise LaChapelle
I write about parenting, feminism, social justice, and whatever else pops into my head. Support me by joining Medium: https://bit.ly/31fUJ0P
Stacey B
Natural born healer. Holistic health therapist. Intuitive, empath sharing compassionate, creative stories offering perspective. Proud single mama to one.
Lily C. Fen
Went from Stage to Page. An Expat, Traveller, Mama, and a lover of a good fantasy novel. Loves the sea and will always be a storyteller.
Ali Burns
Perfect parent, spouse, friend & hero. Writing about gender equality/stereotypes, parenting, dementia & creepy hotels. New to Medium. Follow @AliBurn08177858
Suzanna Quintana
My voice is my superpower. Editor-in-Chief of The Virago. Founder of The Online Sanctuary for Healing After Narcissistic Abuse. www.suzannaquintana.com
Zara Everly
Writing and research information professional. Bibliophile. Forever English major. Literary harlot.
EQ Explorers Team
Our mission is to give all children the tools and opportunities they need to live happy, healthy, emotionally connected lives.
Megan Minutillo
Essayist, poet, and theatre producer. I write stories about self-awareness, IVF, and finding your footing in life’s messy moments. Instagram: @meganminutillo.
Christine Vann, MSc.
SEO writer & owner of parenting site Bumpsnbeyond.com. Interests: consumer & cyberpsychology. Contact me Christine@Bumpsnbeyond.com
B.R. Shenoy
Biochemist turned Writer•Expat on 3 Continents•12x Boosted Writer•Editor:The Shortform• NewsBreak Writer•https://brshenoy.substack.com•Proud Mom of 2.
Lori A. Coleman
Newish mom, writing my way out of postpartum depression. Oldish photographer, telling stories about families, love and life.
Albiona M. Rakipi
Parenting coach, writer, podcast host (The Parenting Reframe), pediatric SLP, learn more at theparentingreframe.com.
Jamie Siebens
Writer & content whisperer, sharing my musings on digital literacy, life skills, and relationships. Find me at www.jamiesiebens.com
Jelleke
A caffeine dependent life form who was born at a very young age, should have been an astrophysicist and can be bribed with crispy bacon and Belgian chocolate.
Gloria Lucas
I write about trauma and mental health. Sometimes parenting. Also, short stories. Daydreamer. Always behind on laundry. She/her
Sarah Smart
Borderlands: exploring the spaces between and how we can better navigate a fractured world.
Barb Dalton
Mum to 3 humans, 2 fur balls. Kiwi-Canuck. Nursing Instructor by day; rants, reminisces and rhymes by night. Owner of Nursing Notes, Editor at The Daily Cuppa
Kristina God, MBA
Bestselling Substack writer I Marketing Expert I Top Writer I Helps you write, market and monetize your writing.⚡ Sign up: https://kristinagod.substack.com/ ⚡
Denese Young-Williams
Writer of fiction, non-fiction, children's' literature, poetry and biblical content.
Summer Warner
Summer Warner is a freelance and creative writer. Follow her on Instagram at: @seagreensummery.
Adrienne Koziol
If I felt more creative, I'd figure out a way to use up 160 words describing my life as a wife, mom, editor, and writer.
Lane Henry
Reformed banker, writer, mom, traveler, DIYer…in no particular order. I write about finance, parenting, travel, and other things on my mind. 3x top writer.
Himani Parikh
Pablo Picasso said "Everything you can imagine is real." I am what you imagine me as, from my writing!
Jillian Enright
She/they. Neurodivergent, 20+ yrs SW & Psych. experience. I write about mental health, neurodiversity, education, and parenting. Founder of Neurodiversity MB.
Sylvia Emokpae
Hustler by day, mother all the time. Inspired by normal life occurrences because, in hindsight, everything we do is interesting. Chocolate addict.
Kathleen O'Connor
Former wildlife biologist, current freelance writer & boy Mom. I love exploring topics in science, nature, life, the Universe and everything.
Shailaja
Expat. Mom. Wife. I write about life in the context of culture, motherhood, and spirituality. Read more at bitsofinsight.com
Miriam Weiser
I am a full time Wife and Mom. I am a part time writer. Published three books to date and would love to write Your story.
Sarah Courtney Burry
5X top writer. I love to use satire and humor. I write about travel, politics, family, feminism, sports, health & music. So, basically everything.
Rummy Kaur
Mother of a toddler, wife, data analyst, arts administrator, writer, traveler — trying to balance it all but eager to add more to it. I write personal stories.
Sara Taki
Creator & blogger. Sharing inner thoughts and states of mind, tackling tips, and following intuits. sarataki.blog@gmail.com
Sarah McInnes
I write about neurodiversity, education, parenting, creativity, literature, memoir. UNC-CH Grad. Mom to a kid with ASD & ADHD https://linktr.ee/sarahmcinnes
Tracy Luk
Tokyo, Japan | INFP | Minimalist | Parent | Avid Reader | Seeker | Em Dash Lover | Never without a camera going with the flow with my kids in tow ♡
Ananth Prasad DR
A Doctor, on Residency training to be a Pediatrician. Writes on issues related to- Health, Motherhood, Baby care, Child care.
Mona R
Business owner, Mum of two, Wife of One, who loves to write but lacks the courage to publish. Follow me on this journey to gain the courage to hit PUBLISH.
Ann Rickert Leach
Book author and article writer, Unplugged Fun owner; Outdoor & physical activity enthusiast, Living best life adventurer, Curious learner
C. E. Connabeer
Family-centred human nature and behaviour enthusiast, teacher and political critic living abroad. Passionate, opinionated, and questioning.
Lipika Sahu
Writer, 2XAuthor || Connect: lipikasahu194@gmail.com || Weekly: https://thewriteshot.substack.com/
Gladys Simen
Gladys Simen is a life coach dedicated to helping working moms uncover their native genius and master career and motherhood with ease.
Anne Smith
I am a social worker who loves to read. I write about trauma, mental health, ectopic pregnancies, and chronic illness.
Katie Grant
HoH Mom & Award-Winning Writer (HuffPo/Parents.com/Produced By) - Entertainment Journalist/Copywriter to Mother & Baby-Care brands. "She's a consummate pro"
Ashley Nicole
Wife, Toddler Mama, Lifestyle Content Creator on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9nEOBqc2990XPPTdHAaVCg
jesscio
Novelist. NYC. Debut novel: Sometimes A Soldier Comes Home out now! Order online where ever good books are sold. jesscio100@gmail.com
Nicci Kadilak
Writing about writing, motherhood and what it means to be a human in this messy world. niccisnotes.substack.com.
Taelor Pelusey
Photographer, musician and writer exploring (and sometimes challenging) the norms of grief, growth, motherhood and beyond.
Brooke Kochel RN
Mama, Midwife, Shamanista: Just a gypsy soul learning to grow roots. Featured & Tweeted by Medium. Words in Better Humans, An Injustice & The Pink.
Divya Karwal
A communication strategist for 15 years, learning the languages of the heart. I have fought life fiercely and positively, with a lot of love for living well.
Catherine Oceano
old but not dead, mother, partner, grandmother, writer, Canadian Become a Medium member and support great writers like me.
Keri A. Johnson
Writer/Communication Coach/ESL teacher, INFJ, mama of 2, cat lover, ex expat in the Pacific NW. redtilewriting.com
Whitney Hope
31 Divorced, painfully poor & blindingly white, philosopher of the 'The Wood' #LeeCamp Is My Future Husband.
Rebecca Graf
Writer for ten years, lover of education, and degrees in business, history, and English. Striving to become a Renassiance woman. www.writerrebeccagraf.com
Melissa Marietta
I am witty, sarcastic, and always honest. Top Writer in Parenting & Feminism. Marriage | Relationships| Mental Health| Humor| Body Image| Disability
Stacia Priscilla
Jakarta-based poet and writer on personal growth, faith, and motherhood. Also a wife and mother of two. Join Medium: https://blankstace.medium.com/membership
Melissa Reynolds
yoga teaching, writing, chronic illness thriving, mama of four whose secret sauce is Yoga Nidra. Grab your free yoga series at melissavsfibromyalgia.com
Kimi Wolf
Living my one imperfect & beautiful life in Norway. California native, African aid worker, exploring parenthood & healing in today’s fast-paced world.
Phrenssynnes
Francine Boilard is a writer for the Phrenssynnes blog. She writes a monthly newsletter on Substack. She has written forThe Writing Cooperative, Writers ' Blok
Toya Qualls-Barnette
*Top writer in This Happened To Me| Writing about the impact of relationships|Contributor to Chicken Soup for the Soul| Dreamer|Mother|HSP in drag
Toni Hargis
Co-author of “How to Stand up to Sexism; Words for when enough is enough”. Helping women find their voices. @ToniHargis
Jenn Leach
A coffee obsessed, Netflix binge watching cat mama writing over at https://www.millennialnextdoor.com. 📩 jenn@millennialnextdoor.com
Rowen Quinn
I am a nature lover, US explorer, and photographer. I love to help, and entertain people with my words. Spread love, not hate!!! Be kind…
Xu Xu, Ph.D.
Mom, wife, daughter, and university professor. Trained economist. Self-taught data science nerd. Transitioning into behavioral science with great enthusiasm.
Erica Jalli
American expat raising four global citizens in London. Finance then tech. Harvard then INSEAD.
Megan Llorente
Love is the answer ❤️ Certified Coach, Children’s Books Author, Avid Entrepreneur. Creator of 2 Pubs: Modern Women & MIDFORM. Find me @ Meganllorente.com
Actually It’s Ms
Proud mom, IT Pro, writer, and film nerd. Into fitness and finding peace in life. Candor is my specialty (brevity is not.) 🫶🏽
Glad Doggett || Reader. Writer. Wanderer.
Lover of crossword puzzles & artfully crafted sentences. || https://gladdoggett.medium.com/membership
Bingz Huang
Gentleness Coach & Certified MAP Practitioner. I can guide you to feel happy and fulfilled despite life challenges.
Marlene Anne Bumgarner
I am an author, teacher, parent, grandparent, blogger (http://www.marlenebumgarner.com). Follow me on Facebook and Instagram.
Cara Tyrrell
Founder, course creator and published author writing to empower parents to arm their kids for success in school and life by embracing the Core4 Methodology.
Susan Poole
Mother, lawyer, nonprofit executive, breast cancer survivor, and aspiring author. Recently left her day-job to write about topics that she’s passionate about.
Raising Tiny Foodies
Hi, friend! I’m Kayece — Owner of Raising Tiny Foodies. I help mamas feed their babies from birth to early childhood!
Anyonita
American in Britain • Poet • Confessionalist exploring narrative essays, pop culture, parenthood, sex, relationships, race, travel, literature and food..
Jen Wilking
Yoga & meditation teacher, physical therapist | Feel at home in your body, calm in your mind, & inspired to make an impact | https://jenwilking.com/
Holly Hunter Morley
I write humorous and honest tales about family, marriage, and life over 50 | holly@talesfromthetrenches.com
Dane BH
Cook. Liturgist. Poet. Parent. I write love letters to my elementary school teachers. Had 10 weddings. Read all about it.
Sarah J Clarke
Home educator | Edible garden creator | Degrees in psychology and aquatic science | I love sharing ideas and following my curiosity |
D. Almand
I am a parent with degrees in child develop & education. I am passionate about kids and mainly write about parenting & education. See you on my page!
Cathy Taughinbaugh
Invitation to Change Certified Group Facilitator & Author of The Compassion Antidote. Learn more at www.cathytaughinbaugh.com
Christine Greenwald
Therapist. Writer. Momma. (Over?)Thinker. Usually writing about some combination of mental health, parenting, religious trauma, & [taking down] the patriarchy.
Jennise B. Wandering to Wonderful
A lover of words. I like to write content that helps individuals and businesses improve outcomes. Self-Published Author. https://amzn.to/3HK4W5n
Naleen Mitchell
Stay-at-home-mom, occasional runner, time-constrained reader, lover of nature, Tudor fanatic
Joanna Rodriguez
Dancer, entrepreneur, parent of brilliant complex kids. https://sweet.pub/@joanna.n.rodriguez
Kathleen Murphy
Health writer and essayist offering insights into physical and emotional wellness and successful aging. Subscribe: https://kathleenamurphy.medium.com/subscribe
Life not abrupt (L.n.a.)
Introvert who📝under a brand name | Medium's home to my journeys as a Black young woman: faith✝️, higherEd📚, environment🌎, & more |↪️lifenotabrupt@gmail.com
Tori Nauer
Women’s empowerment coach, world nomad and mumma-to-be ❤Sharing my alternative pregnancy journey to inspire change and growth!
Riley McLynn
Top Writer in Parenting. Mom, English Major, Executive Search. Passionate about health, fitness, reading, and learning. Family proofreader and editor.
Kaylyn
Mama. Milk-maker. Hippie, I guess..? On a mission to raise good humans and help other parents do the same. I like writing and exchanging thoughts. Stick around!
Michelle A. Cmarik
40-ish mom trying to find her bearings while fishing for goldfish crackers. 8x Top Writer
Michele Baumgardner
Former Examiner.com Child Development writer and 4-year blog writer. Then life got in the way. Starting anew with Medium; I'm excited!!
Chloe S.
Musings on love, sex, money, health, parenting, and more. Check out my latest musings here: https://chloespeaks.medium.com/subscribe. Happy reading 📖 !
Bernie Pullen
Life experiences intrigue me. Parenting| bereavement|memoir,|travel writer. I’m a coffee lover, I keep grounded by walking in nature, Tai Chi, and Yoga.
Ai Peng, Lee
I talk about Entrepreneurship, Solopreneurship, Unconventional Asian Parenting and Motherhood. Open to gigs: aplee2828@gmail.com
Jenny Lim
2x boosted writer. Mum of 2. I write to help me and others understand life. The beauty of good storytelling is in the ordinary as well as the 'wow' moments.
Melissa Gray
11x top writer. I don't fit in a box, unless it's a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get. Follow me anyway. Mom of two. Wife of one. Editor.
Katie Leigh
I'm too much. Primarily personal essays here. Elsewhere, focusing on self-acceptance and empowerment.
Lswanberg
Everyone has a story to tell. This is mine. Writing about my life and grief journey hoping it helps others along the way.
Afzal Badshah, PhD
Dr Afzal Badshah focuses on academic skills, pedagogy (teaching skills) and life skills.
Arielle Hawney
I write what’s authentic, helpful, and to inspire connection, compassion, and growth. www.linkedin.com/in/arielle-hawney/ https://writers.work/ariellehawney
S. G. S. Abel
Author of Pen to Paper about gratitude & the good in life. Parent, educator. sgsabel.substack.com and fromthepensnib.substack.com, IG @tinyteapottales
Dana DuBois
Publisher for Pink Hair & Pronouns and Three Imaginary Girls. Boost nominator. I'm a GenX word nerd living in the PNW with a whole lot of little words to share.
Cassey Canestaro
I live in upstate NY and teach first grade. I am a mom to a five year old boy and a three year old girl. I write primarily about childhood trauma and parenting.
Sal Gallaher
Sydney based writer fuelled by a healthy lifestyle, good coffee and family love. Editor @New Literary Society. Freelance website : https://salsfreelance.com
Michelle Strom
Professional over-thinker on everything from personal narratives to consumer psychology. Currently clocking 4k reads, 5k views, and 3x boosted articles.
inthewaves
Single mom of a baby sun.💙 Self-reflective, rational, and emotional human. Thirty-something. Scientist. Founder and Editor of MicroBoosted and Picked for you.
Dana Blythe
Reviews movies showing a variety of relationship structures. She is writing a novel about a romantic triad.
Mary G
Creative and self learning soul. After a burnout from my 9-5, I shift from the life I like to the life I love. I share my learnings to inspire and heal.
Hollie Harris
Writing about life and other stuff. Often with a dash of humor. Occasionally with a pinch of usefulness. twitter.com/allholls instagram.com/allholls
Katie E. Lawrence
Soon to be B.S. in Human Development & Family Science. I write about life, love, stories, psychology, family, technology, and how to do life better together.
Mary Ann Miranda
Enjoys interjecting “For the sake of science!” & “That’s what she said!” Loves to be inspired and inspiring to others.