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The Invisible Load of Motherhood

Mother’s Day is often portrayed in soft pastels and warm breakfasts in bed. But for many women, especially married mothers, this day can feel complicated — even hollow. Behind the handmade cards and fleeting moments of celebration lies a deeper, often invisible weight: the mental, emotional, and physical load of motherhood.

Many women find themselves quietly shouldering the bulk of domestic responsibilities, emotional labor, and decision-making — even while sharing a home and a life with a partner. From managing school schedules, doctor’s appointments, grocery lists, emotional support for the children, birthdays, laundry, and remembering to RSVP to the neighbor’s party, the list is endless. This phenomenon is known as cognitive load, and it doesn’t always divide evenly, even in a so-called partnership.

The hardest part? Feeling like a single mom while technically married. It’s a silent truth many women carry with grace and guilt, often brushing it off with a smile. But it’s okay to name the imbalance. It’s okay to say, “I’m exhausted,” even if your partner means well.

This Mother’s Day, we invite women to reflect — not just on how much they do, but on what they need. Sometimes that means having a candid conversation. Sometimes it means asking for more help. And sometimes, it means considering different paths, redefining what partnership and peace really look like for you.

To all the mothers carrying more than your share — we see you. You are not alone. You deserve rest, recognition, and a life that honors your strength and your softness.

Happy Mother’s Day.


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May 2025 – What’s Happening

Holidays and Fun Local Events

Welcome to May 2025 in Metro Detroit! Spring is in full swing, and the city is buzzing with life, color, and community spirit. As trees burst into vibrant green and flowers bloom across the region, Metro Detroit offers endless ways to enjoy the season. Stroll through the tulip-filled gardens of Belle Isle, catch a Tigers game under sunny skies at Comerica Park, or spend a weekend exploring local art fairs, farmers’ markets, and food festivals. From lively neighborhood block parties to lakefront adventures, May is the perfect time to soak in the beauty, culture, and unmistakable energy of the Motor City.

May 2025 is packed with events like the Memorial Day Parade, Movement Music Festival, Motor City Comic Con, Plymouth Spring Artisan Market, Northville Farmers Market, and a Day With Thomas. Don’t forget to check out local job fairs and seasonal volunteer opportunities. These events and activities will keep you busy, and we’ve also provided helpful articles on parenting, finances, and holiday planning for this May 2025.

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Webinar: Divorce 101

Navigating Divorce with Strength & Support: Join DAWN for a Live Webinar

Divorce isn’t just a legal process—it’s a life shift. At DAWN, we understand that women facing divorce deserve more than just representation. They deserve clarity, confidence, and a compassionate support system. That’s why we’re hosting a powerful new webinar designed to answer your most pressing questions, ease uncertainty, and help you move forward with strength.

Whether you’re just beginning to consider divorce or already deep in the process, this webinar is your opportunity to hear directly from experienced women’s divorce attorneys who are here to advocate for your future.

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court gavel and family court sign

Do I Need a Family Lawyer? Here are 30 Reasons Why You Should Hire One.

Family lawyers specialize in family law matters. Most family law matters have to do with issues such as divorce, child custody, support, parenting time, wills, trusts, and more. We exist to help navigate family matters that cannot be handled independently in an organized manner.

Family law attorneys can help you handle all the big decisions that need to be made, protect your legal rights, while protecting your interests in court proceedings and settlement negotiations. Here are 30 reasons why you should consider hiring a family law attorney.

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Bidencare Exchange Information

President Biden believes that every American should have access to affordable health insurance and has made a vow to protect it under his new leadership. This could mean offering a public health insurance option similar to Medicare, increasing the value of tax credits to lower premiums, and extending coverage to lower-income Americans.

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Discretion and Privacy - Keeping your High Profile Divorce Private

Discretion and Privacy – Keeping your High Profile Divorce Private

Finding an experienced lawyer to handle your divorce is crucial to ensure the best possible outcome, it’s also important when it comes to privacy and discretion. Executive, celebrity, athlete or other high profile divorces present unique challenges and require a level of discretion that can seem impossible. How do you manage the media while managing a strenuous relationship and conducting business with the courts?

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DAWN Donates To Detroit Dog Rescue

We made a donation to Detroit Dog Rescue today.  It’s a great charity for animals in need.  This is what they had to say.  Please visit their Facebook and donate as well!

“A big thank you to D.A.W.N in Bingham Farms, MI for your generous contribution to Detroit Dog Rescue!

D.A.W.N- Divorce Attorneys For Women focuses on protecting women’s rights in times of need and they’re huge dog lovers too! You can learn more about them at WomensRights.com

Making a tax-deductible gift to Detroit Dog Rescue is a great way to give back at the end of the year. Need ideas to get your office involved? We can help! Giving trees, Jeans Day, and raffling prime parking spaces, are all ways firms have rallied together for DDR. Need more information on charitable giving? Email us anytime at KristinaDDR@gmail.com”

David Caplan and Matthew Caplan Recognized As Top Attorneys Of North America

David Caplan and Matthew Caplan Recognized As Top Attorneys Of North America

It’s been brought to our attention that two of our attorney’s here at DAWN have been recognized by TOP ATTORNEYS OF NORTH AMERICA.  Both David Caplan and Matthew Caplan were singled out and recognized.  Narrowed down to a select few in the 2016-2017 year both of these attorneys were picked for exemplary accomplishments this year and throughout their career.  It’s just another testimonial to the expert services given at our practice.
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‘Scary Mommy’ Tells How She Broke Her Divorce News To Her Kids

People get divorced for so many different reasons, and each reason is very personal, but that does not mean you are alone.  Even the very popular internet phenomenon Jill Smokler, who runs the website “Scary Mommy” has recently called it quits with her husband after 17 years of marriage.  In this interview on Today.com she gives a tell all of exactly what happened and more importantly how she revealed the information to hear children, which is probably one of the most difficult experiences we mother’s face in divorce.

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7 Things To Never Do After A Divorce

7 Things To Never Do After A Divorce

Divorce can be one of the most traumatic experiences a person can go through.  Most people get married with the intentions of forever after, so when that ideal ends it’s difficult to remain objective or unemotional about your actions.  Divorce is complicated and involves many different issues and your behavior before, during, and after your divorce will determine how smoothly you will transition during your divorce and recover afterward.  For every poor decision you make in the early days of the break-up you will pay a price that will only enlarge exponentially if you don’t make a real effort to make the right choices during this difficult time.  There was a great article on “Today” with 7 Things You Shouldn’t Do After A Divorce.  Read them, write them down, and do your best to absorb them.

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