Tag Archives: Motherhood

Airplane Mothering

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The first time I actually paid attention to a flight attendant’s words during a safety demonstration, I found myself questioning whether or not I would obey this directive: “If you are traveling with a child or someone who needs assistance, secure your mask first, and then assist the other person.” What kind of mom would [...]

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What My Mother Never Told Me About Sex

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My mother never talked to me about sex…ever. I grew up in a home where public displays of affection were violations of etiquette. This aligned with my mother’s erudite upbringing and Victorian repression of sexuality. This also led to my naïve introduction to the world of the sexually active. When I was 18, my mom [...]

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