I struggled with the decision of keeping my baby in daycare or seeking out alternative care. First let me say how much I adore...
To My Postpartum Self,
I know things feel heavy. Your body. Your mind. Your reality. Even the lightness of a tiny, precious baby upon your...
One morning, I groaned and grabbed my stomach on the way to the bathroom. My son, looking very concerned, asked “what happened mommy?,” and...
During my first pregnancy, I didn't give a C-section much thought. I was consumed by all things pregnancy, nurseries, tiny onesies, and baby names....
We are 1 in 4.
One in four pregnancies ends in the loss of a baby.
More than 80% of miscarriages occur within the first three months...
I wanted to breastfeed my son, but I didn’t want it to rule my life. There I said it. I wanted to give my...
If you are pregnant and considering a home birth, this post is for you. Many people in the mainstream may have a terrible opinion...
In part one of this series, I discussed the childbirth of my firstborn and how it colored my postpartum experience. It has also played...
When I was pregnant with my son four years ago, I was over-prepared. Or so I thought. The nursery was painted and decorated long before...
Breastfeeding moms all know that feeling of your baby starting to cry and frantically looking around for the best place to feed. I’m a...
For couples who have experienced infertility or loss while trying to have a baby, or for same-sex couples that want a biological child of...
"What have I done?" It's been a really long time since I've heard or thought those words. When the neighbor lady said them, it...
Ah, the miracle of childbirth. With this, my first pregnancy, I have learned many things. As I reflect on some of those things, I...
As I sit here and type this, I am exactly one week postpartum with my daughter. During this pregnancy, I only gained about 25...











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