“When I became a mom, I was shocked by the amount of unsolicited advice I received. The mommy shaming train took off the second I got pregnant.”
Parenting Feels Like An Open Invitation For Criticism
How COVID-19 Robbed Me Of A Positive Pregnancy
“I had my first COVID pregnancy breakdown yesterday.”
The Devastating Reality Of Expecting Moms During COVID-19
“I went to my baby checkup today alone. My doctor and I elbow bumped through weary smiles. As soon as I got into my car, tears started rolling down my face.”
Dear Child, My Love For You Grows The More I Understand Your Mother’s Sacrifices
“I’ll hold you tight, but I’ll hold your mother tighter. I will never be able to repay her.”
Why I’m Proud To Have A Baby With Down Syndrome
“At the end of the day, I just wanted to be told it would be okay. I just wanted to be told my baby is beautiful, rather than different.”
Why We Need To Do Away With Thank You Letters For Baby Shower Gifts
“She has so many other things she needs to be worrying about. An in-person thank you is sufficient.”
Army Wife Battles Lupus And Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome To Become Mom Of 2
“Even on my sickest days, my husband is assuring me I’m an amazing mother to our children, and that I am the most beautiful woman he has ever seen.”
My Hilarious Failed Attempt At Removing Body Hair Before Childbirth
“I began to burn… like FREAKIN’ BURN. It felt like someone had basted me with bleach and LAVA was erupting into my baby maker oven.”
Why My Reproductive Health Is None Of Your Business
“The purpose of me writing this piece is about people constantly feeling the need to make unwelcome comments and scrutinizing women’s bodies in particular.”
How A Pool Party Landed Me In Labor & Delivery
“Maybe it was from the enormous pressure the slinglet put on my lady bits… maybe it was tacos… the world will never know.”