Every month, we meet and interview a new (expectant) mother in a relaxed setting over coffee. These are moments of sharing and conversation. Unique and heartfelt stories that reveal the many facets of motherhood.
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MotherStory Rosaria: Abortion—A Story That’s Still Not Discussed Enough
Rosaria is 36 years old and has two daughters and two little angels. Last December, she had an abortion. Today, she recounts that experience in her own words: the unexpected pregnancy, the weight of the decision, medical care that sometimes exposed her to harsh words, and then how she chose to navigate this difficult time with gentleness, staying true to herself. Read more
MotherStory Christelle: My milk has become a symbol of life
After losing her first baby, Christelle made a promise to herself: one day, she would breastfeed her children. A moving MotherStory about grief, premature birth, a milk bank, and the incredible power of a mother’s love. Read more
MotherStory Claire: When Caring for Expectant Mothers Becomes a Calling
At 6 months pregnant, Marie learns that her son Jun has a severe congenital heart defect. She shares her journey as a mother—from prenatal diagnosis to open-heart surgeries, hope, and resilience. Read more
MotherStory Marie: Jun's Heart, Our Greatest Struggle.
At 6 months pregnant, Marie learns that her son Jun has a severe congenital heart defect. She shares her journey as a mother—from prenatal diagnosis to open-heart surgeries, hope, and resilience. Read more
MotherStory Sarah Machet: Behind the Reality TV Show, an Ambitious and Dedicated Mom.
Known for her appearances on television and social media, Sarah Machet gives us a glimpse into her daily life—balancing motherhood, her career, her ambitions, and family life. An inspiring and modern MotherStory exploring women’s roles, dreams, and family. Read more
MotherStory Lauren: Welcoming a Second Child at Age 43.
As the mother of two daughters born eight years apart, Lauren has experienced motherhood at two very different stages of her life. From her first premature birth to her second pregnancy at age 43, she candidly shares a journey marked by emotion, resilience, and renewed confidence. In this MotherStory, she offers a sensitive and insightful account of motherhood after age 40. Read more
MotherStory Marlène: Join MotherStories to Build Connections in a Different Way
A mother of two boys, Marlène has joined MotherStories and shares her journey through motherhood, infant communication, and bonding. Read more
MotherStory Camille: Creating, Starting a Business, and Moving Abroad with Four Children.
A jewelry designer and mother of four, Camille balances life as an expat, an entrepreneur, and managing her daily routine. Read more
MotherStory Julie: Becoming a Stepmother at 24—A Discreet, Essential, and Sometimes Ungrateful Role.
At age 24, Julie met her husband… and his 8-year-old son. Amid love, modesty, awkward moments, and room to grow, she shares her story as a stepmother. Read more
MotherStory Octavia: A Single Mom and Entrepreneur Who Doesn’t Forget About Herself!
Octavia, a single mom to Jamie and a kinesiologist, shares how she’s raising her son almost entirely on her own while launching her business. A MotherStory about resilience, the people around you, and the art of not forgetting yourself when you’re carrying the weight of it all. Read more
MotherStory Charlotte: A New Chapter Begins.
Read Laura’s story—she’s Leonardo’s mom—as she shares her breastfeeding journey, marked by doubts, nipple shields, DAL, and perseverance. A touching BoobStory, published in honor of Swiss Breastfeeding Week, to remind us that every motherhood experience is unique and that the most important thing is to listen to yourself and trust yourself. Read more
Laura's BoobStory: Breastfeeding Amid Doubts, Nipple Shields, DAL, and Perseverance.
Read Laura’s story—she’s Leonardo’s mom—as she shares her breastfeeding journey, marked by doubts, nipple shields, DAL, and perseverance. A touching BoobStory, published in honor of Swiss Breastfeeding Week, to remind us that every motherhood experience is unique and that the most important thing is to listen to yourself and trust yourself. Read more
MotherStory Amalia: Living Abroad as a Family—Between Challenges and New Discoveries.
Sarah dreamed of giving birth at home… but not alone, in the middle of the living room. A story as electrifying as it is powerful, blending instinct, calm, and intensity. Read more
Sarah's BirthStory: When Baby Decides It's Here and Now!
Sarah dreamed of giving birth at home… but not alone, in the middle of the living room. A story as electrifying as it is powerful, blending instinct, calm, and intensity. Read more
MotherStory Nadia: The (Extra)ordinary Daily Life of a Large Family.
As a mother of three, Nadia divides her time between managing family life, dealing with mental load, and tackling everyday challenges. She reflects on her childbirth experiences, her work-life balance, and her eco-friendly choices in a candid and insightful account of the realities of large families. Read more
Barbara candidly shares her journey to motherhood: two years of trying, a journey through fertility treatment, and then an unexpected natural pregnancy. A touching story, full of hope and tenderness, for all couples navigating the long road of infertility. Read more
Jessica's MotherStories: Love, Loss, and Rebirth—A Story of Resilience in the Face of Grief.
Jessica shares her heart-wrenching experience following the sudden loss of her husband. How does one find the strength to tell one’s children about such a tragedy and move forward? Read more
Daphné's MotherStory: Breastfeeding with Dysphoric Ejection Reflex.
Daphne soon began to feel uncomfortable while breastfeeding. Not the usual kind of pain, but rather strange thoughts tinged with sadness. Read more
Selma's MotherStory: Juggling a Career and Motherhood with Passion.
Selma is the kind of working mother we admire: passionate, determined, and deeply compassionate. At 38, as the director of a major ready-to-wear fashion group and the mother of two young children, she leads a life full of challenges, but one in which personal and family fulfillment remain a priority. In this heartfelt account, Selma shares Read more
Mercedes' MotherStory: Adoption—A New Chapter for Our Family.
Mercedes was already the mother of two children, ages thirteen and eleven, when the family welcomed Chayan, who was one year and two months old and originally from Thailand. For her and her husband, adoption was a shared family goal, a heartfelt desire: to give a child on Earth a better life. Read more
Elodie’s MotherStory: Experiencing Motherhood While Living with Breast Cancer.
Elodie never imagined she would welcome her first child while battling breast cancer. Yet it was while dealing with the disease that she experienced motherhood. Becoming a mother, undergoing treatment, and giving her newborn all the attention he needed were not easy. Now that she is cancer-free, Elodie feels the absence of a happier, more carefree motherhood. Read more
Céline's MotherStory: Between Pain and Resilience, Experiencing Perinatal Grief.
Céline has gone through an ordeal that many parents dread: the loss of a child. Today, she wants to share her story to break the taboo surrounding perinatal bereavement, a topic that is still too often swept under the rug. Through her MotherStory, Céline hopes to offer support and comfort to families facing this reality by sharing the steps Read more
Xenia's BoobStory: The Joy of Co-Breastfeeding.
Breastfeeding is a natural and loving act. That’s the view of Xenia, who breastfed her first two children simultaneously. When her very first child was born, she never imagined she would breastfeed for nearly four years—let alone two children at the same time! And although it was difficult, Xenia had Read more
Mélissa's MotherStory: Autism in Everyday Life.
One day, Mélissa noticed that her 3-year-old daughter, Léa, had changed. Her speech was no longer that of a child her age; she had started clapping her hands and had withdrawn into “her own little world.” After a few tests, the diagnosis came back: Léa has autism. It was a shock for her mother. Read more
