After a summer of protests, three Black women speak about their experiences being undervalued at work despite being sought out more than ever

Medication abortions have are a safe and accessible method of terminating pregnancy, but they have been targeted by onerous FDA restrictions

My grandparents did the best they could to provide for us, but they were held back by what they lacked: generational wealth

The procedure has gotten a makeover thanks to fertility startups, but some doctors are pushing back on efforts to appeal to younger women

As the Trump administration threatens trans protections, the community gets financial support through mutual aid

Tampons are linked to marketing encouraging shame over periods. But switching to a cup taught me about my body – and saved me money

Americans are choosing to have babies abroad to avoid the crushing maternity and childcare costs in the US

From February to May, 11.5 million women lost their jobs compared with 9 million men – underlining how women are more vulnerable to sudden losses of income

Childcare has become central to US economic recovery, but daycares are struggling to safely reopen during a pandemic and recession

Up to half of all pregnancies end in miscarriage. It’s not uncommon to endure anxiety and depression – and many face pressure to get pregnant again

Women who are unable to obtain abortions are more likely to face debt, bankruptcy and eviction

With families under lockdown, men are doing more housework and childcare. Experts suggest this could lead to a lasting change in gender norms

I’ve sharpened a wide range of skills as a parent – patience, adaptability, multitasking. Potential employers should see the value in it

Cases typically spike in times of economic crisis – and with most of the US told to stay home, hotlines are worried victims can’t leave

The bulk of household chores in heterosexual couples is already borne by women – a situation exacerbated by the huge dislocations of the pandemic

Since I visibly transitioned, things are better at work, there’s less struggle, and I earn more. Am I benefiting from bias?

Older women face a rude awakening upon divorce: we feel like we have ‘depreciated in value’ since we were last on the market

During an annual three-day holiday, shoppers are allowed to buy computers and clothing tax-free, but a proposal to include tampons has gotten pushback

US working mothers who wish to breastfeed must navigate a lack of sufficient maternity leave and unspoken financial costs – not to mention time