Humanizing Mother’s Day / By: Kate Mangino
I ordered some bathing suits online in preparation for warmer months ahead. When they arrived, I had a mini-fashion show in my bedroom. The first two didn’t work, but when I wriggled into the third, …
Religion and Spirituality: Mental load, Mentorship, and Motherhood by Dr. Denise Handlarski
We are approaching the season of Ramadan, Easter, and Passover, a busy time for the Abrahamic religions. While these religions are named for this patriarch, increasingly research suggests that most of the work of religious …
When A Mother’s Love is Absent, Childlessness May Ensue
By Hazel Katherine Larkin In February, our thoughts often turn to love – romantic love particularly. But there’s another kind of love that – if unrequited – wounds more than any other: A mother’s love. …
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2021 Abridged Conference Brochure (click here to see more)
Please note that this is an abridged document that will be shared publicly. HOW CAN I HELP? So glad you asked! A short explanation of each will be offered at the all-member mtg. on …
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Amrah Salomón J., In Her Own Words
I just wrapped up an intense academic year balancing a difficult pregnancy, dissertation completion (PhD in Ethnic Studies at University of California San Diego), being on the job market, and working as an adjunct with no …
Welcome back!
Our new home It has been a while since I wrote a blog post for aKIDemic Life – as for many of you, I’ve found COVID has put lots of things on pause. Now, thanks …
Using Instagram to Help the Next Generation of Doctors and Scientists
This month’s post is from Jerusha Mather, one of the inaugural Australian Academy of Science STEM Women Changemakers – a group of women ranging from start-up founders to organisational advocates, who are using their knowledge, …
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IAMAS Public Statement Regarding Covid-19 and Mothers
We, who have always been responsible for birthing (in many forms) the next generation, are doing more than ever. We must disperse the work, demand more support, and expect everyone to contribute fairly and equitably as we move forward.