Hi Maryam, Good point :) Write to Medium helpdesk and ask for more. No, I'm just kidding. I'm a (working) mom myself and this is my side hustle which I want to turn one day into a dream business. Maybe you have similar goals for you?
Here's my viral article for further clarification on Medium's future: https://medium.com/illumination/bad-news-for-publications-and-good-news-for-self-published-writers-781ef33c8924
I think within the next weeks Medium will announce further changes :) Let's wait and see. The more followers you have the more you will earn. The more content you produce the more eyeballs see your work.
In case I can help you on your journey, let me know. Best, Kristina