For exactly three months, I will have two children under two. There’s still about three weeks left of that stage, at which point “two kids, two and under” begins. Perhaps it’s too early for a “review,” but I had some thoughts anyway. I knew it was going to be hard. I knew I was going… Continue reading An honest review of “two under two”
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The biggest surprise of motherhood so far
People sometimes ask me what I find most surprising about motherhood. My response isn’t quite what I expected: just how fun it is. “Fun” is really an understatement. It’s truly incredible to view the world through her eyes. Everything is new and fascinating: her feet, Josh’s mustache, my hair, different fabrics and surfaces. I can… Continue reading The biggest surprise of motherhood so far
Infertility and loss were hard. But so is parenthood.
After nine months of unending anxiety, Amelia Jane was born healthy on May 12th, 2024 – Mother’s Day, of all days, which feels so redemptive after a year of grief and loss. For all my Googling about everything that could possibly go wrong, my pregnancy was actually quite boring, medically speaking. A brief summary of… Continue reading Infertility and loss were hard. But so is parenthood.
Validating early motherhood
Josh and I were divided about when to tell our friends and family about the baby. He wanted to wait until the socially accepted 12-week mark, when the likelihood of miscarriage is reduced. I struggle with anxiety, so I more than understood that precaution. When to tell is a personal decision each family must decide… Continue reading Validating early motherhood