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State of Parental Stress & Mental Health: 2023 Report by Oath Care

The modern family unit seems to be caught in a society that hasn't adapted to its evolving needs, resulting in unprecedented levels of chronic stress and parental burnout in 2023.

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Author Marisa Renee Lee on Grief & Parenting

"Forget about broken bones and car accidents and hurt feelings. I have a black kid. I can't protect him in this country. So, yeah: greatest gift and greatest burden."

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Philosopher Anastasia Berg on What Children Are For

"In deciding whether or not to have a child one is always also answering the question whether human life—despite pain, loss and failure; despite injustice and risk—is worth the trouble."

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The Myth of Maternal Transformation

You'll understand when you're a mother.

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Philosopher Agnes Callard on Anxiety & Decisions

What are we talking about when we talk about babies?

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Why We Can't Stop Talking About the Bad Parts of Having a Baby

Stories of postpartum misery are hard to avoid. Is new parenting really that bad? If not, why do parents keep talking about all the worst parts to anyone who will listen?

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Activist Reshma Saujani on Guilt & Ambition

Reshma refuses to make herself a poster child for unconflicted ambition. Even though she’s made it her life’s work to fight for gender equality, she is still candid about her mom guilt.

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Welcome to the All the Feels Newsletter

Every Thursday, I will send you an essay or interview about what it feels like to be a parent today. We’ll tackle fear, joy, shame, regret, awe, and more.

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