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.
‘After 12 years of negative tests, we got our positive.’: Son has sweetest reaction to becoming big brother just 1 month after parents give up on conceiving
“He’s wanted to be a sibling for 12 years.”
I Photographed Twins—One Earthside And One In Heaven—And It Will Stick With Me Forever
“Back in August I took maternity photos for a friend having identical twin boys. Unfortunately, one of those twins only joined us for 24 hours on earth, before leaving to join the angels in Heaven. I’m so thankful to have had the opportunity to capture these images for this sweet family.”
15 Hilariously Pet-Proofed Christmas Trees To Make You Smile
Indoor pets simply don’t understand why their humans have dragged a giant tree into the house, and it shows.
Dear Special Needs Child, The World Has Failed You
“We returned to IEP world today. I listened for over an hour of how far behind you are. Of how and where you struggle. Parenting was easy from preschool to elementary. There were so many services and supports. Then they ended. Some days I don’t even know the question, let alone the answers.”
This A Cappella Version Of “The 12 Days Of Christmas” Is A Hilariously Beautiful Mess
“Their version of “The Twelve Days of Christmas” is unlike anything you’ve ever heard before.”
Disney’s Tear-Jerking New Christmas Short ‘The Stepdad’ Is Reminding Us What Family Truly Means
Disney is known for making emotional animated films that can make even the most stoic adult cry, but their short films pack a powerful punch, too.
‘In the end, stuff rots, falls apart, breaks. Acts of kindness and love do not.’: Man shares ‘invaluable’ email on meaning of Christmas
“Say only what is in your best heart and leave the b.s. that is day-to-day irritations and judgments behind for this one day. You were made for one thing far more than others: to give and receive love on earth.”
My Nonverbal Son Is Obsessed With UPS, So They Surprised Him With His Own Uniform
“The doorbell rang, and there he stood, brown package in hand.”
‘I walked to her desk, my belly in knots, and proceeded to tell her all my son’s problems, faults, and the things she might struggle with.’: Mom thanks ‘hero’ teacher for helping son blossom
“Mrs. Patton must have sensed my nervousness because at the end, she smiled and touched my arm. She said, ‘Everything is going to be okay.’ My son needed a beacon of light, and she was it.”
‘All I want is to keep his memory alive.’: Mom puts spin on elf on a shelf to teach world about autism after son passes from cancer
“I whispered, ‘I love you, mommy’s best boy ever.’ As he passed away, I promised I’d always talk and educate people on autism.”