Motherhood Manifesto: Table of Contents

The core chapters in Motherhood Manifesto are also the core sections that you'll find on the top of every page here at MomsRising.org. Visit each section to get the facts.

Chapter 1

Motherhood in America: Download the first chapter today.

Chapter 2

M - Maternity/Paternity Leave: Paid family leave for all parents after a new child comes into the family.

Chapter 3

O - Open Flexible Work: Give parents the ability to structure their work hours and careers in a way that allows them to meet both business and family needs. This includes flexible work hours and locations, part-time work options, as well as the ability to move in and out of the labor force to raise young children without penalties.

Chapter 4

T - TV We Choose and Other After-School Programs: Give families safe, educational opportunities for children after the school doors close for the day, including: Create a clear and independent universal television rating system for parents with technology that allows them to choose what is showing in their own homes; support quality educational programming for kids; increase access to, and funding, for after school programs.

Chapter 5

H - Healthcare for All Kids: Provide quality, universal healthcare to all children.

Chapter 6

E - Excellent Childcare: Quality, affordable childcare should be available to all parents who need it. Childcare providers should be paid at least a living wage and healthcare benefits.

Chapter 7

R - Realistic and Fair Wages: Two full-time working parents should be able to earn enough to adequately care for their family. In addition, working mothers must receive equal pay for equal work.

Chapter 8

As Mothers Go, So Goes the Country

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