by Tyler Sylk | Mar 6, 2025 | Parenthood
As a mom of two boys, I often find myself grappling with something that feels a lot like Imposter Syndrome…”Am I Really a Mom?” I think to myself. Both of my pregnancies were challenging, I underwent two C-sections and breastfed each of my kids for a...
by Lauren Aardema | Nov 7, 2024 | Parenthood
Newborn Life and Sleep Deprivation It was 3 am, and the whirring of my breast pump coincided in rhythm with my husband’s snoring. I remember looking past his shoulders and gazing at my 3 week old son snuggled into the crook of my husband’s arm. The soft glow of the TV...
by Tyler Sylk | Aug 1, 2024 | Friendship
Pregnancy can be hard. Trying to conceive can be hard and so can postpartum. Social support during conception, pregnancy, and postpartum are crucial. These monumental life changes come with a rollercoaster of emotions, challenges, and amazingly beautiful moments...
by Anonymous | Feb 22, 2024 | Parenthood
I’ve been struggling with sadness and low energy for quite some time now. I couldn’t figure out how to stop feeling depressed. I am just coming out of the “2 under 2” phase of life with my two children, and I feel exhausted. That’s normal though, right?!...
by Annu Prabhakar | Dec 21, 2023 | Friendship
Dear fellow mothers, As a passionate advocate for maternal wellness and a researcher dedicated to improving social support for new mothers through innovative technology design, I am excited to discuss the profound significance of social support during the journey to...
