"The Anxious Mother: Navigating the Fine Line of Worry"

The author reflects on the inherent anxiety that comes with motherhood and the societal pressures and expectations placed on mothers. She discusses the struggle of balancing maternal instincts with rationality and the constant worry about whether she is caring too much or too little. The author argues that it is important to take maternal worry seriously and acknowledges the double bind faced by mothers. She shares her personal experience of surrendering to fear and embracing the existential weight of caring for a child, which ultimately allows her to enjoy motherhood more fully.