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Our writer tried everything to bond with her nephew, but it was the show that finally connected them.

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Why I Finally Caved and Went to a High School Reunion
After 35 years, our writer realized she was ready to check in on her past.

I Chose Not to Be a Mom and Everyone Has Questions
After accidentally becoming a childfree influencer, our writer is ready to dole out some advice.

Does an Entire Generation of Women Have a Fucked Up Relationship with Their Mothers?
One single Thread gave our writer more emotional closure than years of therapy ever did.

The Most Unhinged Moms of 2025—And Why They Matter
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Putting My Dog Down Let Me Finally Breathe Again
The year our writer decided to stop trying for a child, she adopted a dog. Eleven years later, it was not the goodbye she expected.

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Goodbye long walks in ballet flats, hello Hokas.

I’m 42 and Never Had a Boyfriend. Can a Matchmaker Find Me One?
Our writer spent $3,500 hoping a professional could land her the relationship of her dreams.

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The new show brought up a universal truth for mothers, whether they are married or not.

I Started Dating Like a Man—And It’s Working for Me in 4 Major Ways
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Sandwich Generation: Taking Care of a New Baby While Losing My Mom
Our writer suffered “ambiguous loss” after her son was born and her mom slipped deeper into dementia.

I Got Married for the First Time at 44 to a Man I’d Only Spent 2 Months With
It feels like a rom-com at times, but after living alone for 20 years, it hasn’t all been roses.


