Jane Kim, Author at Motherly
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Jane Kim

Jane Kim writes a weekly newsletter about learning to connect the dots, gaining comfortability in uncertainty, and her experiences parenting a neurodivergent child. To see a sample newsletter and subscribe: https://conta.cc/46YaeXu. To learn more about her work and get in touch: https://janekim.my.canva.site/. You can find her on IG @the.4.elles

mom of a neurodivergent child - mom holding baby up

What it’s like to be the mom of a neurodivergent child

I am the mom who wishes some things may be different for her child, but never wishes for a different child.

September 2, 2024
my motherhood journey

Your motherhood journey might look different than what you expected—and that’s OK

Sometimes, it's the things you didn't expect, didn't need, or didn't do that shape who you become as a mother

July 23, 2024
mom and son laughing- neurodiverse child

My neurodivergent child has turned me into a neurodivergent parent 

There’s nothing more intimate and personal than the relationship you have with your child.

November 16, 2023
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The grief of divorce hit me most when it came to sharing custody

Divorce and custody are two different ball games.

July 18, 2023
Motherly's review of Beef on Netflix with Ali Wong and Steven Yeun

‘Beef’ nails the complex reality of Asian American family life—and it’s groundbreaking

Most depictions of AAPI families aren't widely seen, but the popularity of 'Beef' has changed that in such an amazing way.

May 24, 2023
mom dad and daughter sitting at the table- fair play review

‘Fair Play’ is helping modern couples rebalance roles in a way moms desperately need

Eve Rodsky’s book has spawned a documentary and entire philosophy at a time when mothers need these solutions the most.

January 25, 2023
mom parenting a child with autism helping do homework

For my autistic child, these are the non-traditional milestones we measure

I wasn’t surprised when my child received an Autism Spectrum Diagnosis at three years old—I was exhausted and scared. 

October 6, 2022
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I’m the mom of a child with autism. Here are 3 things I want people to know

Like most mothers, I will fight to create opportunities for my son to thrive.

Updated March 26, 2024
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