“Next time you’re at the OBGYN hiding those undies under your shirt, you’ll think of me and my pink paper bolero jacket and laugh.”
‘I stared at my doctor, a deer in headlights, completely naked below my ribs.’: Woman hilariously shares awkward OBGYN encounter
Daughter Becomes Full-Time Caregiver For ‘Best Friend’ Mom With Schizophrenia
“There isn’t a day that goes by that I regret it. I gave her a purpose and now she gives me a purpose.”
‘I think your tiny twin saved her sister’s life.’: Mom shares twins’ miracle survival through Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome
“His first opinion was to terminate baby B to give baby A a better chance. He was so flippant and casual with the idea of ending her life; I’m not sure I heard anything else he said. We immediately let him know we would not be choosing one baby over the other, and we needed to hear the other options.”
Dear Friend, I’m Sorry I Didn’t Return Your Call—I’m A Busy Mom Trying My Best Not To Fall Apart
“I see you. I care for you. I love you. But sometimes, my best isn’t enough for this fast-paced life.”
‘I am a Mama, but my daughter is dead.’: Bereaved mom launches social media movement to uplift grieving parents
“It became apparent to me very early on this was not something you can move on from. I had to make a decision. Do I follow the ‘rules’ of grief the way society has so neatly outlined and put into a box? Or do I take the time to sit in my grief, acknowledge her, and let her consume me until I am no longer afraid of the shadowy parts of my soul? I chose the second option.”
‘How can a black daughter go to white gay men!?!’: LGBT adoptive dads in mixed-race family raise awareness about discrimination
“We are not going anywhere. We are here, dammit. LGBT families deserve dignity, respect, and the chance to live like you.”
Grieving Dog Owner Touched After Kind Mailwoman Acknowledges Her Grief
“I was surprised she even recognized me outside the context of my driveway. But she did. And she took a chance by letting me know she sees me.”
‘I begged God to turn back time and give me a redo.’: Stepmom shares faith journey through marriage, blended family difficulties
“On my wedding day, I became a full-time, 7 days-a-week stepmother. Almost three weeks later, not thinking it scientifically possible, I got a faint positive on a pregnancy test.”
5 Sobriety Apps To Help You Abstain From Alcohol
“The path to sobriety is not easy, but it’s so worth it! Finding good resources and a community to support you along the way will be so important in your success.”
Why You Can’t Relax Without Guilt: A Guide To Embracing Your Value Beyond Titles, Work, & Your Ability To Give
“You are enough even when you can’t produce or give or perform. Even when you need a break. You are enough just by existing.”
‘We noticed a golf ball-sized lump on our little baby’s neck.’: Mom details lymphatic malformation signs, symptoms, and advice
“When Hunter was about a week hold, we noticed his breathing seemed raspy and louder than it should be.”
POTS Warrior Talks Medical Gaslighting, Finding Community, & Living A Joyful Life With Chronic Illness
“The doctor said I looked fine and told me ‘plenty of patients’ would want to be me. He refused to refer me to another hospital, discharged me, and told me to just ‘try some yoga.’ Within 24 hours, I developed an infection; my stomach was in so much pain I couldn’t breathe. My body was getting weaker by the minute.”
10 Relationship Workbooks To Help You Improve Your Partnership
“If your relationship needs a bit of a tune up, and you want to try improving things on your own, relationship workbooks can be a great resource.”
‘Good people still exist.’: Woman shocked after kind stranger returns lost wallet full of important document days later
“The person who found it probably doesn’t know the importance of what he did. This letter and act of kindness didn’t only make my day, but my whole year.”
Dear Mom Sitting Across From Me, Thank You For Making A Special Needs Mom Feel Less Alone Today
“We may only share shy and cautious smiles on the outside, but on the inside –in our hearts–we share this journey.”
‘I chose love. This life was just part of the deal.’: Army wife shares advice on how to navigate ‘deployment’ relationships
“I get to call myself an Army Wife, not just because I married into this life, but because I have taken full control of it.”
‘I want to clean up the toys, but the mess makes it seem like they’re still here.’: Dad of 3 opens up about co-parenting struggles
“It is by far the hardest thing I have ever had to go through.”
‘Please check on your loved ones every chance you get.’: Mom of daughter lost to suicide urges others to ask questions
“‘What did I miss? Was there anything I could have said or done?’ I’ll never have an answer on this side of heaven from my loved one, but I want YOU to never have to ask that question to yours.”
Woman In Physical Recovery Shares Living In ‘Parallel World’
“Everything from your old life just slips away further and further. Time doesn’t hold a significance anymore. I’ve been so separated from the outside world, it doesn’t even feel real.”
‘After two miscarriages, I started to believe I’d never have a baby.’: Woman surprised with double rainbow baby after child loss
“I said, ‘It’s happened again,’ handing my husband the pregnancy test and rolling my eyes. I purely expected the worst to happen. But at 6 weeks, when I experienced cramping and went for an emergency scan, I was shocked to see a baby with a healthy heartbeat!”
I Tried Tot School With My Toddler — Here’s How It Went
“It’s basically like a pre-preschool. It starts to put intention and purpose behind play.”
7 Sobriety Resources For Help With Alcohol Addiction
“Sobriety truly has so many benefits. You’ll find your life doesn’t end when you put down the bottle, but actually begins.”
Postpartum Is Worth Remembering For The Beautiful Mess It Is
“Recovering from birth isn’t something that should be covered up and concealed with an Instagram filter. If I’d seen more women share untouched photos like this one, I might not have felt so isolated and alone.”
‘How long do I need to do this for?’ He replied, ‘Indefinitely.’: Woman with diabetes shares struggle of diagnosis, daily life
“Living 18 years one way and having it flipped on its head with an incurable autoimmune disease made me angry at the world. But diabetes has given me some of the best experiences of my life.”
Special Bond Between Sister And Older Brother With Autism Makes This Mama’s Heart Swell With Pride
“Our daughter, who is nine and neurotypical, has the best relationships with all her siblings. This past summer, she has become ‘his person’ and is often the only person, including Mom and Dad, who can calm him down and relate to him like nobody else.”