Archive - Liberating Motherhood

'You're never satisfied with anything!' The Weapons Sexist Men Use Series

Sexist men pretend women's standards are unreasonable, because they don't think they should have to live up to any standards at all.

Jan 21 •

My daughter has visitation with her abusive father. How can I support her? Feminist Advice

A reader wonders how to support her daughter without seeming like a bitter alienator.

Jan 20 •

Why I still have hope for our feminist future--and why I want you to have hope, too

Trump's inauguration is terrifying. But it is not the end.

Jan 20 •

My fiance voted for Trump. What should I do? Feminist Advice Friday paid subscriber bonus

She's tried everything she can to sway him, but it still hasn't worked.

Jan 17 •

Why are we so invested in blaming postpartum depression on hormones?

The research tells us our social context matters a lot more than our hormones for triggering depression. Why do we pretend otherwise?

Jan 16 •

Demanding comfort for how he made you feel: The weapons sexist men use

How very dare you tell him what he did to you?!

Jan 14 •

My partner constantly comments on women's bodies and weight: Feminist Advice

A woman's partner has made very clear that to him, women are nothing but aesthetic objects.

Jan 13 •

My partner verbally abuses me. Should I stay? Feminist Advice paid subscriber bonus

He calls her gendered slurs.

Jan 10 •

Maybe your husband doesn't actually love you

If a man can engage in any behavior and still claim "love," then his love is worthless.

Jan 9 •

The Great Divorce With Kate Anthony: Liberating Motherhood Podcast Season 2, Episode 1

Why divorce really is great, the politics of divorce, and what women need to know before getting divorced

Jan 8 •

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Why do right wing men hate single mothers so much?

Men of low value are terrified of single mothers. Here's why.

Jan 7 •

My partner doesn't want a relationship with my child. Should I dump him? Feminist Advice

A reader can't seem to let go of an abusive man who doesn't want a relationship with her kid.

Jan 6 •

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