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‘It’s the little things’: Israeli mother juggles war, parenthood as her husband serves

DOMESTIC AFFAIRS: This article is the second in a series titled “HER,” an ongoing project by photojournalist Chen G. Schimmel, exploring the lives and inner worlds of the wives of Israeli soldiers.

A FLEETING moment of calm: Shiri and her husband share a quiet exchange in the kitchen with their child, one of the ‘little things’ that hold a family together between deployments.
Marina Ilyenko, a 38-year-old mother of two with lung cancer

Campaign seeks to help mother of two continue life-saving cancer treatment

Hazel Brief, at left, and Tali Drori pose together at a OneFamily retreat in early 2026.

Israeli mothers mourn together after their sons survived the battlefield but not their wounds

An illustration of a mother feeding a baby a bottle of formula.

What a strand of hair may reveal about the bond between mother and child


'This story should only have one end': A mother's view in times of war - opinion

What goes through the minds of those mothers whose children have not yet returned when doubt sneaks into their hearts, wondering when and if this will happen?

 RELEASED HOSTAGE Romi Gonen is reunited with her mother, Meirav, last Sunday.

Ornat Lempert explores Israeli motherhood in poignant performance

Ornat Lempert explores Israeli motherhood in a one-woman cabaret blending humor, tragedy, and collective reflection.

 ORNAT LEMPERT in ‘As a Mother of Three Sons.’

There are no easy answers for the hostages' families - opinion

Time will reveal the answers we seek. But perhaps, part of the answer lies within us – in how we confront and adapt to this new reality, which began for all of us on October 7, 2023.

 RELEASED HOSTAGE Romi Gonen is reunited with her mother, Meirav, last Sunday.

No babysitter needed: Fitness classes for moms and babies

Studio Peach introduces "Mommies & Babies" workouts for moms and their infants, where the little ones take an active part.

 Studio Peach

New movie explores Beatie Deutsch's long journey as Israel's 'Marathon Mom'

Scenes of Deutsch running outside show the joy that the petite athlete takes in the sport and will likely inspire others to give it a try.

 BEATIE DEUTSCH, the subject of the documentary, 'Marathon Mum.'

Georgian woman finds out mystery birth father was actually her Facebook friend - BBC

Museridze's search began in 2016 when the mother who raised her passed away. While clearing out her house, Museridze found her birth certificate with a false birth date.

 Tamuna Museridze with her father Gurgen Khorava.

In-laws to the rescue: Family support in times of need - comment

From moving day heroes to supportive grandparents, in-laws step up to make life easier for their families in Israel.


A new way for moms and expecting mothers to find professional help

TeamMama, an AI-based app, simplifies finding the right professionals for moms and expectant mothers, offering a tailored approach and valuable resources all in one place.

 Noy Perach, founder of TeamMama

Transforming the birth market: Fem tech company continues to grow

Just two years since its launch, Tzirim dominates the birth market in Israel, supporting over 30% of expecting mothers with pain relief through its exclusive Elle Tens device.

 Tzirim

75 companies, 3 days, one venue: Babyland exhibition returns to Tel Aviv

The event will feature a dedicated expert panel on pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting, alongside a Super-Pharm shop, a giant gymboree, and dozens of booths from top baby brands.

 Babyland