essays

The magic of grown up love letters

Our love grew messier but deeper.

To the mama with low milk supply: You are resilient and more than enough

It was only after I had made peace with no longer breastfeeding my son, that the right tools fell into my lap and the milk began to flow. After many months of striving, I could finally exhale.

I’m getting a divorce—why am I thriving compared to the other moms I know?

I am proud to say that I think we are building a better divorce than many people’s marriages—through open communication, putting our kids first and a high degree of mutual respect.

What would you do for your kids?

The lengths to which I would go to protect my children are limitless.

Nobody warned me that I’d love being pregnant

I have never felt more empowered, powerful and confident in my own skin.

My birth story: I was induced at 39 weeks

I am a proud mom of five, two of whom I have given birth to.

‘You’re supposed to feel this bad’ and other lies about motherhood

If you are the parent reading this and have waved the flag for help, wave it again.

Postpartum rest is important—here’s why you should plan yours

Many attachment theories promote the concept of "nesting" where parents create a hedge of felt safety around their new child by slowing the pace of life, protecting the focus and promoting the connection between main caregivers and their children.

My daughter is learning to overcome perfection—through tie-dye

Relaxed as I try to be around her, her own mind takes her in this direction, just like my own mind tends to do the same.

My frozen embryos are not children

I don’t know when my husband and I will be ready to make a decision about our frozen embryos, but it is a deeply personal one that we should be able to make without the government’s interference and without fear of legal repercussions.

Lawyer moms need better childcare benefits—it’s time for existing programs to evolve

A career in law is incredibly demanding for anyone, let alone a parent trying to strike that elusive work-life balance.

This is the magical method that helps my kids deal with anxiety

And that’s where the magic of common humanity comes in.

My husband and I chose a legal guardian for our daughter—here’s how we did it

Even though it’s hard to discuss, especially as new parents, it is a critical decision in keeping your child protected.

These are the 6 books I’d gift to new moms

To empower them to tackle the anxiety and stress that comes with motherhood.

Pigeon pose and other self-care practices you can do with your child

Sometimes a short escape from routine is the remedy.

Attachment disruptions can lead to resentment—here’s why you shouldn’t push it away

After the joy of having my son, I gradually became aware of the more negative feelings tugging at the corners of my mind.

Why Sheila and I can’t be friends

Here’s how I know she wasn’t the kind of friend I need as a mom: She didn’t read the room.

This Valentine’s Day I’m teaching my daughters about all types of love

My goal is to make them confident that they can celebrate Valentine’s Day whether they have a romantic partner or not.

Deciphering the telenovela parenting dilemma: ¿Si o No?

Is there a way to pass down this bonding technique the right way?

Housework is never ending—but that doesn’t mean your work is

My daughter and I have so much to learn from the strong, hardworking women who came before us, but we also have things to unlearn.