Earlier this year I wrote a post about how I wish more people would be open about egg donation –…
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healing
Surrendering
Before giving birth to me, my mother was pregnant with another baby. She had a miscarriage, and that person wasn’t…
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February 26th Confessional
Two years ago today, it was confirmed Mizuko Bean had died inside me. One year ago today, two little dots…
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Birth Story Part 2: Recovery
{ Read Birth Story Part 1: Delivery here. } After DH left the OR, he called my dad to let…
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Eight Months: T-Minus 2½ Weeks
I have officially reached the point in pregnancy where I can understand how some women long for their pregnancies to…
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The Countdown Has Begun
A year ago today (Wednesday — or, tomorrow, September 25th) I learned that I have a chromosomal issue which means…
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32 Weeks: We Have a Birthday…!
First, a few fun stats: Weight Gain: 28 lbs / 13 kgs (from 142 to 170) Cravings: Ice cold water,…
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Seven Months
It’s hot. So hot. Possibly the hottest part of summer. My feet are swollen and I can’t wear flip flops…
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A Jumble of Thoughts
When people ask how I’m doing, the short answer is Fine! And I am fine, for the most part. With…
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Preparing for a Caesarean
I still have a few more boxes to unpack, stuff to sort out, pictures to hang, on top of taking…
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