Motherhood

Instead of a "Baby Bonus," This is What the White House Should Do to Encourage Women to Have More Children

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.

To-wen Tseng

May 152 min read

For these women, motherhood opened the door to new opportunities

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

To-wen Tseng

Nov 20, 20236 min read

What Employers and Employees Should Know about the PUMP Act

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

To-wen Tseng

Jul 3, 20232 min read

A woman breastfeeding a baby while watching a young child doing homework

Born and Raised in Taiwan, I Actually Appreciate How Americans Judge Parents

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.

To-wen Tseng

Jan 24, 20194 min read