Here’s a radical idea for Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week.

What if we dropped the mask and dropped the pressure to “be fine”?

What if we opened up, shook off the shame and wore what we’re going through on our sleeves?

Would it shift the taboo?

If I saw a mum wearing one of these badges, I wouldn’t judge her. I would know her. I would know exactly how it feels to carry what she’s carrying.

I’d feel an instant bond with this stranger.

I’d want to reach over and say: “I get it. I see you.”

How would you react? Would you brave wearing one?