All week this week, leading up to Mother’s Day, we have been sharing stories from mothers in our community about what it’s like to mother while leaking. Their experiences of grappling with uncertainty, grief, and resiliency as they navigate illness and parenthood illuminate how learning to be vulnerable, flexible, and creative honors the “tough mother” in all of us. Below are links to all of the stories we featured.
Ketura
Ketura spoke about the importance of appreciating small moments.
Kellye
Kellye spoke about the importance of letting things go.
Lindsay
Lindsay spoke about learning to “ride the wave.”
Sanela
Sanela spoke about letting your kids help you in their own way.
Cara
Cara spoke about finding silver linings.
Kat
Kat spoke about learning to be in the moment.
Further Reading:
See our “Tough Mother” profiles from 2021:
Tough Mothers: Becky
Tough Mothers: Michelle
Tough Mothers: Monica
Tough Mothers: Stacy
Tough Mothers: Elle