The Motherhood Pledge: A Commitment to Each Other

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When you embark on a medical career, you take the Hippocratic Oath, promising to practice medicine ethically. When you step into the role of President, you take the Oath of Office. Yet, when you become a mother, there’s no formal pledge, no oath, no promise—nothing at all. It’s time to change that. If we want to navigate the wild ride of motherhood together, we need some shared commitments. So, here it is: The Motherhood Pledge.

I vow to do my best in honoring this promise:

• I will acknowledge the valuable insights gained by those mothers who have come before me, and will gladly share my own experiences with those who follow—if they seek it. Otherwise, I’ll keep my opinions to myself.
• I will take every necessary step for my child’s well-being, but when they stumble, I won’t panic. Instead, I’ll encourage them to brush it off.
• I refuse to raise a drama king or queen who screams at the slightest inconvenience, making the playground a stage for their overreactions.
• I will not hesitate to admit, “I don’t know.” On tough days, I’ll reach out for help; I don’t have to bear the world alone.
• I will respect the privacy of my fellow mothers. If they choose not to share a secret, I won’t pry. If they do, I’ll keep it confidential.
• I’ll work to combat feelings of inadequacy. If I whip up a lunch that looks like a gourmet masterpiece made of quinoa and kale but my kids actually had Goldfish and soda, I won’t pretend otherwise.
• I’ll remember my role within the larger community of mothers. If I notice an unexpected hair on a fellow mom’s neck, I’ll let her know and offer my tweezers—because we all need a friend like that.

If I uphold this pledge, may I enjoy my life and my place among the tribe, respected and cherished. May I always strive to honor the best traditions of motherhood.

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Summary

The Motherhood Pledge outlines a commitment among mothers to support each other through shared experiences, respect privacy, and foster resilience in children. It emphasizes the importance of honesty, community, and the value of reaching out for help when needed.