I would never let my child behave that way, I thought to myself as I was trying to buy groceries. The mom checking out in front of me struggled as her toddler threw a complete fit. The screaming felt like nails on a chalkboard. Why doesn't she just... Fast forward a decade, I was a mom with two ... View Post
Why I Chose Induction of Labor
{Photo Credit} I've had this post in my mind for a few months. Every time I went to write it I stalled, for fear of opening a huge can of worms on this blog. I realize there are many who are completely against induction of labor. I'm not trying to convince anyone they should choose this path. I ... View Post
What’s the Deal with Membrane Stripping?
"Would you like me to strip your membranes? It hurts, but it might help put you into labor" is a question I ask almost daily. The patient will usually pause and mentally weigh the misery of her current pregnant state versus the suggested discomfort of said, 'membrane stripping.' "How exactly do you ... View Post
To be Honest… I am Not Superwoman
I feel inadequate. There are times in life that I feel on top of the world, and then there are times like right now when I feel inadequate, criticized, and just not enough. I feel like I try really hard to do the things I’m supposed to do. Simple things become so complicated. For instance, buying ... View Post
On the Other Side of Infertility…or so I Thought
After struggling with infertility for so many years, when I finally held my baby girl, one thing became evident, the struggle was well worth it. However, in the midst of the struggle, I wrestled with uncertainty, doubt, and fear. I knew I was going to be a mom, but I didn’t know how and when. I ... View Post
7 Ways to Deal with a Toxic Atmosphere
Have you ever spent a little "too much time" with a person...or persons...or family??? If you have, then I'll bet you totally understand what I mean by the term "toxic atmosphere." Where every breath is a struggle. Where, no matter what you do, you can't seem to escape the looming, poisonous ... View Post
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