People often ask what it is like to have an open adoption with my son’s birth parents. There are often questions of whether I...
My pregnancies were nothing shy of miserable. Thirty-nine weeks long of non-stop vomiting, a world of nausea I never knew existed, and the exhaustion,...
Eight months ago, I sat in a room with a psychologist, and even though I knew where the conversation was leading, hearing the words...
In part one of this series, I discussed the childbirth of my firstborn and how it colored my postpartum experience. It has also played...
During my first pregnancy, my husband and I signed up for a generalized childbirth class that our hospital offered. It took place over the...
5. The loneliness. It's hard to connect with other adults, even other moms. It seems like everyone's got their opinion, and no matter who...
The first latch hurt so did the next one, and the one after that. I was told it since I was a first-time mom...
Here is my truth: The first two weeks of my second daughter's life were some of the darkest and scariest days I've ever experienced....
I want to add my voice to those that have talked openly about miscarriage. By sharing my story, I hope to help others who...
A tiny hand wrapped around my finger. Soft snores bundled in my arms. Staring down at a tiny nose and a perfect pout. This...
A few months ago I walked into Meijer with my youngest, MJ. She was comfortably nursing in my ring sling and I was focused...
Here's what I know: postpartum is this rollercoaster of chaos; one moment, you feel like you could fly and then the next, it's nothing...
Disclaimer: I am not a lactation consultant or a doctor. If you are having problems with breastfeeding, please seek help at your local La...
This post discusses experiences related to trying to conceive (TTC). Please take care while reading, especially if this topic is sensitive for you.
I got...

























