Jana Plucinski

Jana is a pediatric occupational therapist from Canada who currently lives in Western New York with her husband, toddler, and two dogs. She has a passion for writing and connecting with other women through shared experiences of motherhood.

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Community & Friendship

Putting myself out there to make mom friends was hard, but so worth it

I needed women who were going through the same experiences, joys and challenges that I was. I craved connection, validation and support.

Updated Jan. 27, 2023

Community & Friendship, Motherly Stories

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Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas

Postpartum trauma made me resent breastfeeding—and I know I’m not alone

The truth is, this is much more common than is openly talked about.

Updated Aug. 19, 2022

Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas, Motherly Stories

stop asking women when they're having children: sad woman sitting on floor

Miscarriage & Loss

It’s time to stop asking women when they’re having a(nother) baby

Let’s open the dialogue about women’s experiences with pregnancy loss, infertility and ideas around family and motherhood.

Updated May. 18, 2022

Miscarriage & Loss, Motherly Stories