Why Parenting and Politics Can’t Be Separated

In this episode, I chat with Kate Duffy, founder of Motherhood for Good, a grassroots movement and independent media group dedicated to educating and empowering women so they can tap into their power—and use it for good. She makes a compelling case that parenting and politics are inseparable: from paid family leave to affordable childcare to gun safety, family policies shape our daily lives whether we claim the political label or not. The Uvalde school shooting marked a turning point, pushing Kate to get uncomfortable, speak up, and help other women recognize their power in political engagement. Throughout the conversation, she underscores how social change happens locally—when women find their people, use social media with intention, and build community around shared values. Politics affects our daily lives, and when parents step into advocacy together, real, lasting change becomes possible.