Pregnancy & Postpartum
Why I Couldn’t Breastfeed :: The Decision I Made 17 Years Ago
I couldn’t breastfeed my babies. In honor of World Breastfeeding Week, I’m sharing my story about the decision I made.
What’s Food School, Anyway? Our Story of Childhood Food Aversions
For the first six months of my son’s life, he was exclusively breastfed. No formula, no solids, no rice cereal. Just me….
Birth Control :: Why My Husband Got a Vasectomy
Motivated by weekly episodes of “The Cosby Show,” I planned — as a child — to become a doctor by the age…
Help Me, I’m Leaking :: In-Hospital Postpartum Tips for a Better Recovery
I sit here typing this, 38 weeks pregnant with my third child, munching on two servings of Trader Joe’s mini chicken tacos…
The Invisible Baby Weight
At two years postpartum, I still don’t feel quite like myself. I carry extra baby weight, but it isn’t physical. It’s the weight of motherhood.
Memorize This :: 5 Safe Things to Say to a Pregnant Lady
To help you, and to save pregnant feelings everywhere, I’ve come up with five things you should be ABSOLUTELY SAFE in saying to a pregnant woman.
On the Eve of Having Three
“Mommy, push me high-yaaaa,” my 2.5-year-old yells from his perch on the swing set glider, laughing in delight as I pull the…
I Stopped Nursing My Baby to Start Saving My Own Life
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s good timing, because I have boobs on the brain. Namely, my own boobs. Considering…
Rocking the Geriatric Pregnancy :: Having a Baby at Age 40
It is the eve of my 40th birthday. I’ve never felt better. I feel comfortable in my skin. I’m happy. With age…
