When our mothers are alive and healthy, they do extraordinary things... like the mothers of Plaza de Mayo, who marched in Argentinean plazas, defying the military junta dictatorship and demanding the whereabouts of their abducted children... or the Liberian mothers who faced down civil war armed only with T-shirts and courage.

Miriam Were has made outstanding contributions to public health in the developing world. She brings basic medical services to women and children in East Africa.

Prenatal care is one of the most effective ways to reduce maternal mortality because it identifies complications or high risks before emergency situations.

I tend to gravitate toward Proenza Schouler and Alexander Wang. Their designs are accessible and easy.

Children with healthy mothers are much more likely to survive childhood, attend school and live healthy, productive lives.

For my wardrobe, I like to invest in classic pieces and pair them with more trendy new pieces and accessories each season.

I really don't think there should be a movie about me. That's for sure!