“People believe it’s enough to just love your child, or to provide a home and basic necessities. But when you adopt a child of another culture, there are responsibilities those parents have to incorporate culture, help nurture a strong BIPOC identity, and prepare them to cope with racism.”
‘They Hid My Colombian Culture.’: Woman Who Didn’t Know She Was Adopted Until 19 Is Now Advocating For Adoption Reform
‘Once I was able to identify the source of my unhappiness, I was able to focus on ways to remember who I was.’: Mom shares importance of self-care in decreasing bitterness
“Once I started focusing on myself and my own happiness, I no longer felt bitter with my husband when he sat down to play video games or when he made plans with a friend.”
‘I had no control of the tears. I just felt so defeated.’: Quadriplegic woman shares complicated surrogacy journey, hopes for a baby
“Our surrogate was just as upset as us and vowed to keep trying until we have a baby in our arms. We had to remember to be grateful we still had 7 other embryos and a chance to try again.”
‘Michael? Is it for a man?’ At that moment, everything opened up.’: Gay man celebrates Pride by sharing tear-jerking coming out journey
“I had begun to move shame aside. Now, I would need to work very hard to replace it with Pride.”
‘Last week, I ventured back to where I lived 10 years ago. It was all so different.’: Woman reflects on past self during trip home
“The phrase ‘you can’t go home again’ rings true. But not just for locations.”
‘Our goal is to encourage fun and easy giving to connect people, making the smallest act of kindness impactful.’: Inspired by kindness, mom starts charity to encourage giving
“I had spent days watching my daughter, unable to hold her, feed her, or even dress her. I will never forget how the act of kindness impacted my life.”
The Last Child Is The One Most Savored
“The last one makes you soak up the moments a little longer and pick your battles a little better.”
Mom Touched After Kroger Employees Include Autistic Daughters Without Hesitation In Rare Moment
“Neither of those ladies know the girls are autistic. Neither of those ladies treated them differently. They were included, accepted, and loved. Just as they are.”
Dear Ally Moms, Saying ‘I’m Your Mom Now’ To LGBTQ+ Individuals Is Not The Solution
“Please keep being a part of Mama Bears groups and wearing your ‘Free Mom Hugs’ shirts. We do love it and appreciate it so very much. But we know you have your own families and your own lives, and one human can only do so much.”
Sometimes, You Need To Chill Out And Do Nothing
“You are not lazy by doing nothing. You are doing yourself – your mind, body, and soul – a huge service.”