Life

How a trip to Zimbabwe with my daughter led me on a mission of educating our girls to be the next generation of changemakers

What initially was meant to be a “site visit” grew into a transformational experience—for both of us.

A love letter to children’s books

When we read together with our children, it forms a cozy, safe space for connection and growth.

I had a postpartum hemorrhage: Why maternal health needs a champion

We need leaders who will fight for access to maternal health services, as well as help build socioeconomic systems that will support mothers regardless of race, income or location.

Turning 3 with an IEP

We've faced so many unknowns and navigated this unexpected parenting journey with strength and love. As your parents, we continue to advocate for you in a hearing world.

Debunking 4 myths about egg health as you age

Time for some good news: Your egg health isn’t set in stone.

I had my baby abroad, and this is what the U.S. is getting wrong

What if the U.S understood that the well-being of new parents is intrinsically tied to the well-being of our future generations?

I’m the friend who had kids first. Here’s what I wish my other friends had known

Understand that your mama friend still needs you.

Starting solids? Don’t miss the ‘flavor window’

From purees to Pad Thai: An expert shares how and when to introduce bold flavors to your budding foodie.

Is it really true that we’re ‘only as happy as our least happy child?’

Does our joy have a threshold that is set by our children’s situation?

Birdwatching unexpectedly helped me find peace in motherhood

It’s a welcome change for our eyes to focus on nature. The only screen we see at that moment is the one between the window glass and the world.

It’s OK if you don’t go to every sports game

We are parents, not superheroes. We cannot be in multiple places at the same time. We cannot do all things or be all things. 

5 things to know about introducing solids, from a mom in the midst

Food introduction isn’t always a straight line.

How shared custody prepared me for college drop-off

I stood there alone amidst the towering redwood trees waiting for the grief to hit. It didn’t.

The pulse of a mother’s postpartum anxiety

I cannot make it stop, for all the things I’ve tried, it will not stop.

3 beautiful things I didn’t expect when breastfeeding my toddlers

After Rumer Willis shared a photo of herself breastfeeding her toddler, the internet had… thoughts. People have a lot to say about this perfectly natural choice—but here’s what you might not be prepared for.

How moms and daughters can close the investing gender gap together

Recent Greenlight data shows that 61% of dads and boys say they're interested in investing, compared to only 42% of moms and girls.

What people get wrong about being a mom in your 40s

Life in your 40s can best be described by these three words: in your feelings.

A mother’s journey after loss

Through ISF, I’ve been able to honor Isabella’s legacy by supporting other families, raising awareness and advancing treatment options and research for rare pediatric cancers.