12/15/2025
Stuff does not equate support.
Around this time of year, marketing tactics will really try to convince you that some hot new product will be what helps you feel energized, relaxed, calm, or like a better mother.
Slippers, red lights, nail polish, a fuzzy bathrobe- it doesn’t fix systemic issues with supporting mothers.
You can’t “things” your way out of sleep deprivation or a painful latch or feelings of isolation and feeling hopeless in motherhood.
Stuff serves a purpose, and I’m totally cool with an item bringing you comfort.
But as a society, let’s not purchase these items for moms and then claim we supported them with them.
Support requires action, time, investment.
What are your thoughts?