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Rose Stokes is a Metro columnist and freelance writer.

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I secretly judged other mums for returning to work - until I went back

Families June 19, 2024 By Rose Stokes

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It is actually impossible for dads to 'babysit' their children

Families June 6, 2024 By Rose Stokes

A stranger's remark made me feel like a terrible mother

Families May 23, 2024 By Rose Stokes

Rose - maternal mental health

I thought I was a bad mum. It nearly stopped me having another child

Families May 6, 2024 By Rose Stokes

Rose Stokes sitting on the grass outside in a sunny park with her son (Picture: Rose Stokes)

I should be able to bring my kid to the pub without people tutting

Families April 17, 2024 By Rose Stokes

Rose Stokes hugging her child - her face is visible side on and her child is facing away from the camera. (Picture: Rose Stokes)

I'm in my second trimester and resent the pregnancy glow

Lifestyle February 29, 2024 By Rose Stokes

High angle shot of Asian pregnant woman holding an ultrasound scan photo in front of her baby bump, sitting on bed at home. Mother-to-be. Precious moment in life. Preparation for a new family member. Expecting a new life. Baby and new life concept

I’ve experienced gender disappointment too. Parents, please don’t beat yourself up

Families February 1, 2024 By Rose Stokes

Rose Stokes sitting on the grass outside in a sunny park with her son (Picture: Rose Stokes)

After waking up to 256 messages, I'm leaving WhatsApp groups for good

Families January 2, 2024 By Rose Stokes

Rose - Christmas mum

Being a mum at Christmas is an impossible task

Families December 6, 2023 By Rose Stokes

Rose Stokes hugging her child - her face is visible side on and her child is facing away from the camera. (Picture: Rose Stokes)

An Instagram trend reminded me of a grim fact about motherhood

Families November 14, 2023 By Rose Stokes

Rose Stokes sitting on the grass outside in a sunny park with her son (Picture: Rose Stokes)

My child has as much right to make noise in a restaurant as you do

Families November 2, 2023 By Rose Stokes

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My child's refusal to sleep made me feel like a failure as a mum

Families September 28, 2023 By Rose Stokes

Rose Stokes sitting on the grass outside in a sunny park with her son (Picture: Rose Stokes)

I was scared people would think my son caused my postnatal depression

Families September 12, 2023 By Rose Stokes

Rose Stokes hugging her child - her face is visible side on and her child is facing away from the camera. (Picture: Rose Stokes)

I thought I was doing parenting wrong - until my mum told me the truth

Families August 29, 2023 By Rose Stokes

Don’t ask me about the contents of my womb

Families August 17, 2023 By Rose Stokes

Rose Stokes - not losing weight for wedding (Picture: Ollie Hinds)

An urge before my wedding day taught me something about the 'perfect bride'

Families August 3, 2023 By Rose Stokes

LONDON, FEBRUARY 28TH 2020. Rose Stokes, freelance writer and journalist for Metro Online, pictured in London, February 28th 2020. Photo credit: Susannah Ireland

I'm sick of people telling my partner he's a good dad

Families July 17, 2023 By Rose Stokes

Rose Stokes hugging her child - her face is visible side on and her child is facing away from the camera. (Picture: Rose Stokes)

I love my son – but I chose work over staying home with him

Families June 19, 2023 By Rose Stokes

I was told I would have to lose weight to get pregnant - but I didn't

Health October 5, 2022 By Rose Stokes

Rose Stokes eight months pregnant in a garden

I'm not 'girlbossing' my way through pregnancy - and I'm ok with it

Families May 4, 2022 By Rose Stokes

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