Motherhood changes us. Celebrate the ups and downs with these honest, insightful essays about becoming—and being—a mom.

A small, slow, simple, beautiful life.

Breastfeeding isn’t easy but it is a blessing.

Thank you doesn’t even come close to expressing how I feel, but I just want you to know I see you now.

Maybe I’ll get a tattoo that says, “I am not crazy, just tired.”

How do you teach confidence and courage? One day at a time.

Though I appreciate all he does, it is not exceptional. It is called being a parent.

Having a baby changes all. the. things.

I’ve been 42 weeks pregnant. 3 times.

It's time we stop grading mothers on the cleanliness of their home and start valuing them for their selfless investment in others.

Motherhood has infiltrated every fiber of my being.

What it feels like to hear your baby might have a genetic disease.

Going back to work after maternity leave is a challenge on many levels—but you’ve got this, mama.

Breastfeeding shame can start earlier than you think.

You make the sanest of women go completely insane. (But you’re so worth it.)

Give the gift of charity to organizations helping moms and families around the world.

#1—Is it my fault that she hasn’t gotten pregnant yet?

Every baby comes with a different feeding journey.

Ali Hynek of Nena & Co. opens up about her baby feeding journey.