When I went back to work, motherhood became a discouraging puzzle of sick days and child care

For new mom Abby Wilson, her daughter's crib represents her endless struggle navigating a career, child care and illness. Now the crib is ready for a new child, but Wilson doesn’t know if she can tackle it all again.

When I went back to work, motherhood became a discouraging puzzle of sick days and child care
A toddler sits on a carpet playing with some toys in front of a wall painted with a vibrant mural. Beside the toddler is a wooden crib.

For new mom Abby Wilson, her daughter's crib represents her endless struggle navigating a career, child care and illness. Now the crib is ready for a new child, but Wilson doesn’t know if she can tackle it all again.