Katy Huie Harrison, PhD, is an author, mom, recurrent miscarriage survivor, & owner of Undefining Motherhood. She lives in Atlanta with her husband (affectionately known on the internet as "Husband,") son (Jack), and daughter (Branham). She believes our society puts too many expectations on women that make womanhood and motherhood restrictive. Her goal is to shift the paradigm about what it means to be a woman and mother, giving all women a greater sense of agency over their own lives. You can find Katy and her work featured in places like CNN's Headline News, Romper, Scary Mommy, Love What Matters, & more.
Feeling the weight of the mental load and struggling with mom burnout? You’re not alone. In a world where gender roles are shifting, yet the bulk of domestic responsibilities still fall on women, it’s time to find a sustainable balance. This week on Undefining Motherhood, we delve into a transformative conversation with New York Times […]
Your feelings related to your blighted ovum miscarriage are valid, mama. If you’ve experienced this kind of miscarriage, you likely had all the symptoms of pregnancy and then suffered a shocking loss. It’s okay to feel lost and alone, but please know that we are here to support you through your miscarriage journey. The following […]
For centuries, women have felt pressure to have a baby. Most adult women who don’t have children by their mid-late twenties have found themselves at parties, holidays, or family dinners where someone comments on their “biological clock” or asks that inevitable question–”When are you going to have a baby?” In this episode, we dive deep […]
What is a mother, really? There are so many different parenting types, books, and ideologies that tell us the definition of a good mother–or even a mother at all. After 15 years studying motherhood and 9 years as a mother myself, I have a very different perspective than most–and it’s the most empowering definition of […]
Was your journey to motherhood harder than you thought it’d be? There are so many voices telling us how to be and become mothers, and for me, those voices set me up for feelings of failure when nothing went the way I planned. Here’s the story of my fertility and recurrent miscarriage journey – and […]
Katy Huie Harrison, PhD( Author )Katy Huie Harrison, PhD, is an author, mom, recurrent miscarriage survivor, & owner of Undefining Motherhood. She lives in Atlanta with her husband (affectionately known on the internet as “Husband,”) son (Jack), and daughter (Branham). She believes our society puts too many expectations on women that make womanhood and motherhood […]
So you’re trying to conceive quickly, and the internet is abuzz with so many crazy ideas and information about what to do that you don’t even know who to trust. No worries, friend. You’ve found the right place. We’ve lived it, researched it, and supported others through their trying to conceive (TTC) journeys, and we’re […]
Planning a trip with a small child and feeling the overwhelm of all the details? I’ve been there, friend, and I’m here to help. Figuring out car seats can be one of the most overwhelming parts of traveling with young children who already come with a lot of bulky stuff. Why Trust Us: I’m a […]
Perineal massage can be done easily (in just 5 minutes per day) during the weeks leading up to birth. In this guide, we’ll tell you how to do it step by step, what positions are most comfortable, which oils to use (and why!), and which tools are best. Perineal Massage Positions: How to Reach There […]