My nail artist moved away because child care in the city was too expensive, and now I drive an hour each month just to see her. She’s not alone—young families are leaving major cities as the cost of living makes raising kids nearly impossible. Cities need to invest in families if they want to stay vibrant.

Back-to-school jitters hit harder when PTAs have to fill funding gaps. This year, parents at my child’s elementary school were asked to donate $350 per student—far more than in past years—to cover programs the district doesn’t fund. I’m glad to support my school, but the growing reliance on parent contributions highlights inequities: wealthier schools benefit while high-need schools fall further behind. Declining federal and state funding, especially recent cuts, worsens the

The Trump administration wants to persuade women to have more children by awarding $5,000 for every birth. But women say they want universal healthcare and affordable childcare.

Thanksgiving is upon us. This year, I’m grateful for family, friends, and my fellow MomsRising Hub Leaders. I had the pleasure to speak...

On June 27, the White House hosted a celebration of two historic laws signed by President Biden—the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and the...

When my four-year-old had a meltdown and the police showed up at my door, I didn’t feel ashamed—I felt safe. Born and raised in Taiwan, I knew what it was like to cry for help and have no one come. But in America, someone knocked. That night reminded me why I appreciate how American society isn’t afraid to judge parents—and how that judgment can protect children.