Published in Dumbo Feather
—April 2020

A letter to parents in isolation

Lockdown has revealed the many polarities of being human. All of it is valid.

Published in Dumbo Feather
—April 2019

Nine lessons I have learned from becoming a parent

Merely appreciating mothers doesn’t quite cut it — part of the joy of motherhood lies in being able to openly share the experience.

Published in Dumbo Feather
—January 2019

The New Me

I am four years now a mother. I have learnt a huge amount. And yet, I often feel lost in myself.

Published in Dumbo Feather
—January 2017

Dear Mum to Be

I want to share with you the sort of advice that could be a companion to you as you become a parent. Not advice about the baby, but words you might reach for in the dark of the night.

Published in Dumbo Feather
—April 2016

Finding solidarity in parenthood

We need the support and kindness of other parents, a smile of solidarity rather than a raised eyebrow or quiet mutter.

Published in Dumbo Feather
—September 2015

We need to talk about this parenting business

We live during a time where we can really shape our role as mothers. What’s missing, I think, are real conversations about how to do it. I was raised to believe I could do anything I wanted. And to a large extent I did, trying my best to make a life that aligned with the […]