Motherhood
Melt My Heart to Stone
When my husband and I decided to have another child, I wanted to be sure my prenatal and birthing experience was going to be exactly what I wanted, on my…
Take a Sad Song and Make it Better!
This birth story is extraordinarily different from any other I’ve ever written. The best way to describe my piece of the story is “disjointed.” Its exactly how..
Hey Jude!
We decided it was time to check into a hotel the morning of December 28th in need of a real bed, a place to spread out, and mentally prepare for Jude. Andi and…
Struggle Is Part of The Story
My story begins with my husband Donavan and I in 2015, when we decided we were ready to grow our family. We had always been a strong couple…
I Had Postpartum Depression, and I Hid It
On a Saturday morning at 12:37 my water broke. I woke up thinking I was having the worst pregnancy night sweats of all time. I went to the bathroom…
A Hard Truth To Swallow: Fed Is NOT Best!
I have a somewhat unique experience of having my children very far apart. My children were born in two completely different world views on nursing…
It’s A Rainbow, Baby!
Whether you are trying to conceive, pregnant, have suffered a loss, or if you’re already blessed to be a mother, I want to encourage you to do a few things …
I Almost Missed The Love I Need Most
My youngest child turned two a few days ago and ever since, I can see how difficult it can be dealing with me sometimes!
Coming In Last For A Reason
There’s an age old phrase “the last one is the last one for a reason,” I’m sure you’ve heard it before. But what was your reason, or your mom’s, …
When Life Hands You Lemons
December 2007, I was tall, tan, and toned, halfway through my sophomore year of high school and had just gotten myself a brand new boyfriend named Guy.
The Unspoken Labors of Love He Will Never Know
Three weeks after I turned 19, I woke up after sleeping straight for 13 hours. My boobs ached, my belly was bloated, and I knew there wouldn’t be a period…
Strap In, There Is Work To Be Done
Both times I’ve had babies, whether in a hospital, or my own bed, my desire for empowered birth experiences for everyone…
Melt My Heart to Stone
When my husband and I decided to have another child, I wanted to be sure my prenatal and birthing experience was going to be exactly what I wanted, on my…
Take a Sad Song and Make it Better!
This birth story is extraordinarily different from any other I’ve ever written. The best way to describe my piece of the story is “disjointed.” Its exactly how..
Hey Jude!
We decided it was time to check into a hotel the morning of December 28th in need of a real bed, a place to spread out, and mentally prepare for Jude. Andi and…
Struggle Is Part of The Story
My story begins with my husband Donavan and I in 2015, when we decided we were ready to grow our family. We had always been a strong couple…
I Had Postpartum Depression, and I Hid It
On a Saturday morning at 12:37 my water broke. I woke up thinking I was having the worst pregnancy night sweats of all time. I went to the bathroom…
A Hard Truth To Swallow: Fed Is NOT Best!
I have a somewhat unique experience of having my children very far apart. My children were born in two completely different world views on nursing…
It’s A Rainbow, Baby!
Whether you are trying to conceive, pregnant, have suffered a loss, or if you’re already blessed to be a mother, I want to encourage you to do a few things …
I Almost Missed The Love I Need Most
My youngest child turned two a few days ago and ever since, I can see how difficult it can be dealing with me sometimes!
Coming In Last For A Reason
There’s an age old phrase “the last one is the last one for a reason,” I’m sure you’ve heard it before. But what was your reason, or your mom’s, …
When Life Hands You Lemons
December 2007, I was tall, tan, and toned, halfway through my sophomore year of high school and had just gotten myself a brand new boyfriend named Guy.
The Unspoken Labors of Love He Will Never Know
Three weeks after I turned 19, I woke up after sleeping straight for 13 hours. My boobs ached, my belly was bloated, and I knew there wouldn’t be a period…
Strap In, There Is Work To Be Done
Both times I’ve had babies, whether in a hospital, or my own bed, my desire for empowered birth experiences for everyone…
Weathering The Storm Behind It All
As November was National Adoption Month, I originally shared this video to my Facebook to raise awareness. We are currently…
When The Right Time Arrives
On Tuesday, December 11th, I was one month and three days overdue with my first baby. During weeks 40 to 44, I had tried everything to start labor.
