Azizah Rowen

I’m a survivor. I’m a NICU mama.

Walking out of the hospital with a NICU baby is a true miracle.​

My two kids need two different types of parenting—and it took me a while to realize that

My oldest is neurodiverse. My youngest neurotypical. They both need me in different ways.

I wasn’t meant to be a teacher—but I am trying my best

I was functioning in a constant state of worry as I tried to accept this "new normal" that wasn't normal at all. My new "not normal" role was that of: hybrid mom/teacher.

Moving across the country with two young kids wasn’t easy—but it was exactly what we needed

We gave up our big city dreams to do what was right for our family, and my heart still aches for the chapter we left behind.

I think of the Sandy Hook families during every school drop-off

My heart remains with you. Today—on the fifth anniversary of the horrific tragedy—and always.

15 thoughts a NICU mom has that she can’t always tell you

15. I will never, ever be the same.

‘When are you done having kids?’

One mama shares her story on how and when she realized she’s finished having children, and her journey of acceptance.