The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the global world but impacted women with children and careers disproportionately. The social, familial, and professional strains of this crisis birthed with it the opportunity to reflect on the values, expectations, lifestyle, and priorities that have defined motherhood. This book uplifts the shared consciousness of motherhood; the common veil that transcends time, region, and boundary. Part contemporary anthology, part historical narrative, and fully nestled in the tenets of psychological science, this book spotlights the awakenings of 33 mothers of varied ages, ethnicities, family compositions, and professional backgrounds in the United States as they renegotiated motherhood and career. Each reflection offers a window into the heart of a career mother, capturing the kaleidoscope of her struggles, vulnerabilities, and hopes, while empowering her insights. The reflections are bound together by themes that cut across lived maternal experiences, bringing to li

Jenna A. LoGiudice, PhD, CNM, RN, FACNM is an Associate Professor and Midwifery Program Director at Fairfield University’s Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies. She formerly worked as a full scope Certified Nurse Midwife in Waterbury, CT providing holistic care to families. She continues her practice per diem, attending births. Her research centers on trauma-informed care, and in her professional roles, she values shared decision-making with her patients and students. Of all her titles, mother of four incredible kids is unrivaled.

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Evelyn Bilias Lolis, PhD is an associate professor of School Psychology & Special Education at Fairfield University’s School of Education and Human Development and an educational psychologist, interventionist, wellness advisor, and blogger. A Board Director for Hellenic Professional Women, Evelyn spearheads their Women’s Wellness Series. She has been interviewed extensively on parenting during the pandemic and has hosted numerous professional seminars on resiliency, wellbeing, and self-compassion for parents, schools, corporate professionals, and executive women. She is mother to two beautiful twin girls.

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Kathryn Phillips, PhD, APRN is an Associate Professor in the Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies at Fairfield University. As a nurse, she has worked in long term care, acute care, and home care. In her academic role, Dr. Kate enjoys teaching and mentoring students, especially guiding them through the research process. She strives to support each individual on their path of flourishing by focusing on holistic wellness. Four remarkable kids call her mom.

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