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Two writers named have contributed to , a volunteer-run platform exploring real-life motherhood. Allison Langer Allison Langer

: Founded by Michelle Tea, it aims to explore motherhood "from every angle" including LGBTQ parenting, loss, and the intersection of politics and parenting.

: Her notable essay for Mutha, "I Wish I Could Get Divorced: On Always Being the Only Parent," explores the unique exhaustions of being a "single mother by choice" compared to divorced parents with shared custody. mutha magazine allison writer

: She holds an MFA in Fiction from Texas State University and is the winner of the John Steinbeck Award for Fiction.

: She has also written extensively for The Washington Post and HuffPost , often focusing on generational conflict and grief. Allison Grace Myers Allison Grace Myers Two writers named have contributed to , a

Allison L. Jones is a writer and editor whose work often focuses on culture, race, and family. Her writing has appeared in various outlets, and her contribution to Mutha stands out as a powerful examination of the maternal experience.

Allison Grace Myers, a John Steinbeck Award-winning fiction writer, has shared deeply personal reflections on the complexities of open adoption. : She holds an MFA in Fiction from

) is a featured contributor known for her evocative explorations of the complexities of motherhood and familial identity. Her work often delves into the visceral, sometimes uncomfortable realities of parenting that diverge from traditional narratives. Featured Work: "Not My Newborn's Mother" In her poignant essay "Not My Newborn's Mother" , Myers examines the disorienting experience of early motherhood. Key themes include: The Identity Shift: She captures the "otherness" felt during the postpartum period, where the self often feels unrecognizable. Physicality of Care: The piece details the exhausting, cyclical nature of caring for a newborn and how it impacts a writer's internal life. Honest Reflection: True to the