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June 30, 2022

Being a parent is a selfless act. For many, advocacy is reimagined here. The dreams of a brighter future for our children and communities is our motivation. Our Washington state Fellows of 2022-2023 encompass selflessness, determination, and vulnerability as they step more deeply into the shared...

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Leanne Rye Brock

Gun Safety MomsRising

June 28, 2022

On the radio show this week we cover what’s happening with gun safety; The Equality Act and Pride Month; the latest with Roe v. Wade; and the release of the COVID vaccine for young children. *Special guests include: Kelly Sampson, Brady United Against Gun Violence, @bradybuzz; Kierra Johnson,...

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June 21, 2022

"The pandemic was a catalyst for me to get more actively involved in advocating for policies that support women and children. I want things to be better for myself and my kids, but also for every family." - Rachel, a Beacon Community Hub Leader in North Carolina

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Kerri Karvetski

Summer Fridays! June 17th to September 2nd, 2022

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June 16, 2022

MomsRising has moved to a 4-day work week for the summer from June. 17th - Sept. 2nd, 2022. In order for our whole team to fully utilize "Summer Fridays", we are shutting down on Fridays and will only be available and responding to messages Monday-Thursday.

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ShaRanda Stephens

Families & The Federal Budget Family Economic Security Food! MomsRising

June 14, 2022

Recently, Elyssa Schmier VP of Government Relations for MomsRising hosted a roundtable with HHS Assistant Secretary of Health Admiral Rachel Levine to share baby formula shortage stories from families, dispel myths and misinformation, and educate families on guidance for how to safely feed your baby.

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Elyssa Schmier

Health Care MomsRising

June 13, 2022

On the radio show this week we cover the infant formula shortage crisis, and include tips for making sure infants get the nutrition they need in this time of emergency; we also cover the urgent need to protect voting rights and reproductive rights in America as our rights, freedoms, and communities...

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MomsRising Social & Emotional Development

June 7, 2022

Self-care gets a bad rap. It's seen as selfish, a sad part of our culture that teaches and models martyrdom. We think of self-care as an occasional luxury -- bubble baths, massages, and spa days—and as a result, moms have bypassed taking care of themselves first. We critique neediness and view at as weakness while we celebrate those who over-give of themselves.

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Beth Anstandig

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June 6, 2022

On the radio show this week, we cover the way in which gun safety policy is moving forward in Congress, what you can do to help, and some ways to find hope in hard times.

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Childcare & Early Education MomsRising

June 3, 2022

Do you remember show and tell? You know, where you would bring something you liked or an object you found interesting to show to classmates, friends and teachers. Well, right now it’s time to SHOW and TELL Congress that too many of us have been taking care of kids during this pandemic and before with NO support and we need help, stat!

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S. Nadia Hussain

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June 3, 2022

The MOMentum newsletter was created to shine a light on the good you help bring into the world as a MomsRising donor, and to make space in our busy lives for gratitude and kindness (and opportunity!). Please, keep reading to see your generosity in action – the Mother’s Day MOMibuster, baby formula shortage, reproductive justice, and more. And take pride in this MOMentum – you are an important part of it.

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Kerri Karvetski