Born Into Separation
America is the only wealthy nation that doesn't guarantee paid maternity leave— This post explores how early separation harms babies, the science behind the mother-baby bonding, and our national wellbeing—and why its time we demand better.
Welcome to Jade's Vision
Having a baby saved my life. It cured my depression and drinking, but I almost didn’t have a baby because there’s no guaranteed paid maternity leave in America. When I went back to work, I asked to work part-time to prioritize my baby, and I was fired. So I started a movement and interviewed strangers with a baby on my hip. A year into my advocacy, I made Women’s History Month on the Asheville Urban News. Please Sign the Petition for 3 Years Paid Parental leave in America, Now I’m writing a book about how all of our issues are structural and a vision for world that centers children and human well-being.
When we prioritize babies and families, we all win as a society.
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I love to hear from my readers and fans! Let me know if you have any questions, concerns, mother challenges, or ideas to contribute to Jade's Vision.
Remember, it takes a collective to make change