There are lots of listings and rankings in the blogging world. The top 50 this and the best that. Postpartum Progress rarely shows up on any of them, because … well, I don't know why. I think we've got great shit here. 😉 Maybe we're a bit too niche. I'd be lying if I said that didn't matter to me, only because I know when we do get recognition, more pregnant women and new moms find out that this resource is available to them. That is important to me. Very important.
Anyway, today I noticed a list came out called 100 Voices That Matter. Even though I'm a fan of many of the bloggers listed, I thought the list name was almost rude. It infers that other voices don't matter, which is crazy because I know a ton of people who weren't on the list whose voices matter to me quite a lot.
That got me to thinking about the Warrior Moms of the Week link roundups I often do, and it made me want to clarify them. If I don't link to a piece you or someone you like has written, it's not because your voice doesn't matter. It's not because you aren't a Warrior Mom. It's likely because I have very little time to read, and thus I don't get the chance to read all of your great stuff. I'm only able to share the few things I've seen that are wonderful, while at the same time I realize there are others out there who have written wonderful things too.
I encourage you to add links in the comments section if you have seen other pieces on maternal mental health that you think others should read as well. As we discussed here earlier this week, we are all Warrior Moms in one way or another. Everyone is welcome, no matter where they are in their struggle or how they are handling that struggle. Let's make sure that as many voices are heard as possible.
You're awesome. xo
Amen to that, Katherine.
This is a huge reason behind my Postpartum Voice of the Week. My rational behind choosing the post for this feature involves a careful consideration of how many women I think the piece will speak to – it's not because anybody's voice matters less – all of our voices matter just the same. I think I'll be clarifying that with tomorrow's post as well.
I'm thankful for your voice and the many many voices you have encouraged and supported for all this time. You're awesome.
I think you're awesome too! and you have great shit here! haha
Every voice that writes about PPD matters… especially you Katherine cause you are the shit…or something like that 😉
I really like this post. It is empowering and values all contributers, whether it be commenters or contributing bloggers alike.
I love it. We have to remember we're not "celebrities" we're just people. Women. Who have persevered and whatnot. And sometimes you spotlight a strong one so the rest of us can remember how strong WE are, too.
Thanks ladies! Keep those posts and articles coming!