Mothers

The lives of Black women—especially Black mothers—are not expendable. Black women are not a political talking point. Our existence is the very foundation of our families, our communities, and our future.

"He … left and hasn't spoken to me ever since," the woman wrote. "I refuse to apologize when I believe I haven't done anything wrong."

Elena Bridgers told Newsweek that no one talks about the parental pressures that come with having children close in age.

"This being my third child, I am horrifyingly aware of how fast it really goes," Sarah Lorsung Tvrdik told Newsweek. "This is such a gift of time back."

"She refused at first, but I stood my ground until she finally handed it over," the man said.

Jenna Smiley was "embarrassed" at failing to do one thing before the repairman's arrival, but said that she is glad she didn't.

Jessica Bailey was just three days in to being a mom of two when her daughter snapped the photo.

Tiahli Poeling-Oer told Newsweek she "didn't expect it to blow up as much as it did, but I'm so glad people found joy out of it."

"A mother's love is never ending," one person wrote. "Even when her children are all grown up."

"My mom specifically asked my friend Hillary to take good care of me after she was gone, and she followed through," Kristi Johnson told Newsweek.

"I could just tell how going back after all those years made her so content," Maddy Mae Dickinson told Newsweek about her mother.

Healthcare costs associated with pregnancy and giving birth alone are estimated to be nearly $19,000.

Madeline Kingsbury's 2023 disappearance drew national attention after she went missing after leaving her children in day care.

Ohio Mothers Trust is sending its first payments this week to the 32 Columbus mothers who have been approved for the program.

Social media users backed the groom in the viral post, with one saying "it's wild that she thinks she can just show up."

Alaina Salsbury thought she had found a way to save money on a theme park trip, but then had a horrible moment of realization.

Dayana Alva was building a swing chair out in the yard when she realized, to her horror, what her son had done.

One recipient called for changes to parental leave policies, which make child-rearing a tall order for many South Korean couples.

Jermain Charlo, an Indigenous woman missing for six years, remains unfound as advocates raise awareness for her case.

The owner said: "She says it's ridiculous how spoiled Joey our dog is and she can't get over it. So I knew she would fall for it."

Newsweek spoke to etiquette expert Jo Hayes about whether or not the stranger was out of line.

S.201/A2656 bans commercial health organizations from charging extra fees for special enrollment because of pregnancy.

"They [were] a year younger than I am now when they recorded it," Rachael told Newsweek.

Autism, ADHD and other behavioral conditions were found to be more likely in children born to overweight mothers.

New research highlights the profound impact of breastfeeding on infants' microbiomes and its essential role in supporting respiratory health.

"After his death suddenly from a heart attack at 45, we became like two peas in a pod," Lily Pickard told Newsweek. "She's my best friend, as well as my mum."

"I look to my mom for advice on most everything and have seen over my life that she's usually spot on," Madison Messer said.

"We've grown closer since her diagnosis," she told Newsweek.

"I keep a list on my phone of all of the amazing things she's done for me over the years," Katie Nessel told Newsweek.

"You are going to get some newfound freedom in the evening," Carrie Bruno, a registered nurse and consultant, told Newsweek.