My top 5 posts for 2024

Introduction

2024 was a mix of joy, growth, and new challenges.

• I became a mom for the second time: I thought I knew what to expect. Baby #2 kindly reminded me I didn’t.

• I discovered the power of LinkedIn: I found connection and shared my passion for empowering new moms.

• I learned how openness drives impactful change: I was inspired by others who shared their story, and saw that the most impactful advocacy happens when we connect through our hardest, most honest moments.

Reflecting on 2024

Being open on LinkedIn about my passion for empowering new moms was an experience.

It helped me better understand the gaps in systemic support for new moms and the latest innovations to solve them.

It connected me with a community of advocates who also care about building a brighter future for new moms.

It pushed me to reflect on my own postpartum adjustment (including the hardest moments).

Here are my 5 favorite posts from 2024:

1.  “These are the 7 books I’d gift to new moms”
Sharing resources that helped me navigate the complex journey of motherhood with strength and resilience.
https://lnkd.in/gYrU7jvb

2.  “What I learned analyzing data from my first year postpartum”
Why we need better support from governments, employers, and healthcare systems during this life-changing transition.
https://lnkd.in/gmHyVyVx

3.  “Caregivers need care, too”
My take on the U.S. Surgeon General’s advisory on parental mental health and asking for help.
https://lnkd.in/g8iXiW6F

4.  “Radical acceptance”
Letting go of trying to change the unchangeable–and creating space to focus on what really matters.
https://lnkd.in/guiFgyTE

5.  “The NYC marathon changed my life”
Five lessons from running that helped me adjust to motherhood.
https://lnkd.in/gAZpKUFu

Looking ahead to 2025

I’m so thankful for the incredible connections I’ve made—with change-makers and advocates fighting for a better experience for new moms.

And I’m especially grateful for everyone who lifted me up when the harder seasons of 2024 stretched longer than I expected.

Looking ahead to 2025: I’m inspired to keep sharing, connecting, and pushing for care systems that truly care.

Wishing you all a happy and healthy 2025

Check out the conversation on LinkedIn here.