I too find it odd that any mammal mother would sleep in a space away from her baby. It doesn't make evolutionary sense; we should always keep the most vulnerable member of the family close to protect them.
i loved this article. as a mother of four now adult people who were born at home, breast fed and slept in my bed till they were toddlers... the thought of babies, mothers and the rich natural beauty of those years just gives me joy. and yes. i am aware that nowadays in media and policy babies are basically seen as meat handbags and mothers don't even exist. but still... you take me back... family.
Oh Lucy, This piece is such an eye-opener! Thank you for having the courage to speak up for the most vulnerable of all --for babies. New mothers are still, and also, an unrecognized victim of patriarchal societies. Great article. Thank you!!!
Surrogacy is child abuse. Well that’s a good rallying cry, and pretty undeniable for those who can’t think beyond slogans. Let’s use it. At least it might get people thinking beyond being “kind” to purchasing “parents”.
It pisses me off that being revolting to women is not reason enough though.
Great piece.
I too find it odd that any mammal mother would sleep in a space away from her baby. It doesn't make evolutionary sense; we should always keep the most vulnerable member of the family close to protect them.
This is just a very, very beautiful essay--thank you so much for writing it!
i loved this article. as a mother of four now adult people who were born at home, breast fed and slept in my bed till they were toddlers... the thought of babies, mothers and the rich natural beauty of those years just gives me joy. and yes. i am aware that nowadays in media and policy babies are basically seen as meat handbags and mothers don't even exist. but still... you take me back... family.
Oh Lucy, This piece is such an eye-opener! Thank you for having the courage to speak up for the most vulnerable of all --for babies. New mothers are still, and also, an unrecognized victim of patriarchal societies. Great article. Thank you!!!
Surrogacy is child abuse. Well that’s a good rallying cry, and pretty undeniable for those who can’t think beyond slogans. Let’s use it. At least it might get people thinking beyond being “kind” to purchasing “parents”.
It pisses me off that being revolting to women is not reason enough though.