Many of her pieces deal with the "rupture" from an imagined life story—grief, change, and the "uncomplicated linear narrative" vs. the messy truth.

One of the most poignant essays published in recent years is “Not My Newborn’s Mother” by . Published in July 2022, this piece delves into the "tangled mix of gratitude and grief" inherent in adoption.

MUTHA is a labor-of-love, volunteer-run platform that seeks non-traditional, "honest-to-god" stories about the journey to (or away from) parenthood. ✍️ Core Elements of a "MUTHA" Essay

Don’t just write about the child; write about you in relation to the world (e.g., the intersection of motherhood and the art world, or parenting through social justice lenses). Pro Tip for Success Allison Langer Writing Coach