I’m Sorry to All My Mom Friends—I Needed You More Than You Know
May 14, 2024
A mother shares her own challenges in making new mom friends and what’s she’s learned in the process.
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A Mother’s Day Essay For the Brand-New Moms
May 10, 2024
A Mother’s Day tribute to all the new moms, written by our co-founder when she was three months postpartum with her daughter, Josefine.
Stop Convincing Moms To Stay In Toxic Relationships For The Kids
May 8, 2024
No one was willing to encourage this mom to leave her toxic marriage because they felt it was more important to stick it out for the kids.
Taking A Girl’s Trip Doesn’t Make You A Bad Mom—It Makes You a Better One
April 4, 2024
One mom shares how traveling with her best friends (and without her kids) was the key to relaxation and recharging postpartum.
Pregnancy Announcements & Theater Fires
March 29, 2024
Unexpectedly triggered by her close friend’s pregnancy announcement, one mother gets candid about her own feelings towards motherhood.
Mom Confession: Parenting Is Easier When My Husband’s Away for Work
March 25, 2024
I met my husband when I was writing a dating column for Conde Nast’s JANE magazine. I knew the moment
How We Can All Better Advocate For Black Maternal Health
February 19, 2024
The maternal mortality rate for Black women in America is startling, but there are ways we can better advocate for our own health and the health of our sisters.
How a Tree Gave Me a New Appreciation for My Husband During Postpartum
February 14, 2024
One mom shares how much deeper she has fallen in love with her husband, in part thanks to how much he co-parents alongside her.
All Your Questions About Postpartum Sex Answered
January 30, 2024
You might fear—even loathe—having sex after baby. It’s normal and not forever. Here’s how to work through these feelings, according to a sexologist.
I Was Told I Needed a Mom Village—Where the F*** Is it?
January 30, 2024
In the pursuit of assistance, one mom uncovered the complexity of building a village in the modern world. Spoiler: it’s so (so!) hard.