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…
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, …
We’re Leaving On A Jet Plane
For weeks now, I’ve convinced myself today would be a relieving one. The future nine days will be kid free, when was the last time that happened?!…
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.