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Moms and Babies Belong Everywhere: Let’s Change the Culture, Together

Moms and Babies Belong Everywhere: Let’s Change the Culture, Together

Mom leaving house with baby

It shouldn’t feel brave to take your toddler to brunch.


It shouldn’t feel radical to change a diaper in public.


It shouldn’t feel like your toddler’s giggles, wiggles, or tears are ruining someone else’s day just because they’re being a toddler.


And yet, in a world that often overlooks moms and babies, even the most basic outing can feel like a battle.


We see it all the time—restaurants with no changing tables, public bathrooms with no step stools, sidewalks and stores that make it nearly impossible to navigate with a stroller. Add in the long lines, the judgmental stares, and the unrealistic expectations for toddler behavior—and it’s no wonder so many moms feel like staying home.


But we believe something different.


At Moms Away!, we believe moms and babies belong in public spaces. Not someday. Not once everything’s perfect. But now.

Because motherhood doesn’t shrink your world. It expands it. And you deserve to live in that bigger world—with your baby right beside you.


We know the world wasn’t built with moms in mind. 


That’s why we created the Moms Away! On-The-Go Toddler Box—not to keep you confined to playgrounds and kid zones, but to help you move freely and confidently through the world.

Whether you're grabbing coffee, exploring a museum, enjoying brunch, or catching up with a friend, our On-The-go Toddler Box equips you with simple, engaging tools to keep little hands busy and curious minds active — so you can keep living your life, with your kids right beside you. 

Because these everyday moments out in the world? They don’t just entertain your child—they enrich both of your lives. And yes, this is about snacks, toys, and smart planning — but even more, it’s about rewriting the narrative.

One outing at a time.


In so many other countries, moms get the support they need to live full, mobile lives with their children — family-friendly restrooms, priority lines, thoughtful public design. 


Here, we’re still catching up. 


But we don’t have to wait for permission.

We can start the shift now. Together.

Let’s change the culture by demanding more:

Changing tables in every bathroom 

and not just in the women's room—ideally in stalls where parents can actually use them with privacy.


Designated stroller parking and clear signage 

so navigating public spaces with young children feels intentional, not like an afterthought.


Toddler-friendly corners 

in cafés, waiting rooms, breweries, bookstores—everywhere.


True ADA compliance 

that includes not just wheelchairs, but also strollers, positioning chairs, and any equipment caregivers rely on.

And universal design 

in every new development, because what supports one group (moms, kids, disabled folks) benefits everyone.

Toddlers running in a park, they are free and can let all their energy go

And you can help lead that change:

Normalize seeing moms and babies everywhere

- at coffee shops, airports, events, restaurants.


Speak up

when spaces don’t accommodate caregivers.


Choose and promote businesses

that welcome families and accessibility for all.


Show grace and solidarity

to other moms in the trenches.


And above all, keep going out and living your life with your babies

— even when there are hard moments. Because we know the beautiful moments exist alongside the hard in this stage.

Because every time you step outside with your little one, you’re not just surviving the day. You’re making space—for all of us.

Let’s show the world what modern motherhood really looks like: strong, mobile, vibrant, and present. With diaper bags slung across our shoulders and snack pouches in hand, we are living proof that moms and babies belong everywhere.

 

We’re not waiting for permission—we’re showing up, taking up space, and changing what the world expects from motherhood. One outing at a time.

Join the movement:

  • Share your outings and tag @moms.away

  • Support businesses that support caregivers and call out the ones that can be better

  • Ask for stroller access, changing tables, and toddler corners—out loud

  • Tell developers and city planners what moms and babies need

  • Advocate for universal design — because a world that works for moms works better for everyone



Let’s raise the bar together — not just for our own kids, but for every family that follows in our footsteps.