Based in New York City, Sophia San Filippo has worked with Love What Matters as a lead editor and content curator since early 2019 and has acted as Managing Editor since early 2021. She is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Binghamton University who holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature, Creative Writing, and Women, Gender, & Sexuality Studies. She is passionate about personal storytelling and creating a positive space in media to better the lives of others. On a typical day you can find her rocking out at her local concert venue, admiring nature, or baking her latest kitchen experiment.
Meet This Season’s Spooky Queen: 3-Year-Old Obsessed With Creepy Doll Takes Disney Employees By Storm
“It was quite an unexpected change from the usual never-ending line of glittery Bippity Boppity Boutique princesses!”
‘This isn’t your typical first day crying drop-off photo.’: Special needs mom shares back-to-school PSA on disability equity
“There are extra layers to the first day of school drop-off when you love the most vulnerable inside.”
How A Sick Day With My Son Taught Me Productivity Doesn’t Add To Our Worth As Human Beings
“Our output level can neither add to our worth, nor take it away.”
How To Love A Motherless Daughter
“She holds an endless pain called grief. It has changed the composition of her soul and the map of her future. It will be her shadow, following her delicately everywhere she goes.”
Dear Daughter, I Don’t Want To Let Go—But You Weren’t Created To Stand Still
“Everything in me wants to keep you so incredibly close, sweet baby. But you were born to fly. So, spread those radiant wings far-and-wide, and conquer the world.”
A Guide To Successful Co-Parenting With Your Ex
“Co-parenting isn’t easy, but it can be so rewarding when you manage to get it right.”
I Found Out The Man I Knew As My Dad For 39 Years Was Not My Biological Father, Thanks To A DNA Test
“I still remember opening the email and feeling a punch to the stomach. All of the years of not fitting in, not looking like my siblings, and feeling rejected time and time again, made sense.”
Mom Shares Reminder To Teach Body Positivity During Back-To-School Shopping After 8-Year-Old Breaks Down For Being ‘Fat’
“At 8 years old, our beautiful daughter Natalie already had this idea that the bigger the clothes number, the less value she had. The bigger the number, the less food she ate. The bigger the number, the more she won’t have friends. My mama heart broke into a million tiny pieces.”
Dear Postpartum Moms, It’s Okay If Loving Your Newborn Doesn’t Come Naturally
“I remember feeling broken, wondering why they sold me motherhood in such a beautiful and shiny package, only to discover later that it was a mirage.”
Dear Friend, I’m Sorry I Didn’t Return Your Call—I’m A Busy Mom Trying My Best Not To Fall Apart
“I see you. I care for you. I love you. But sometimes, my best isn’t enough for this fast-paced life.”