Pregnancy & Postpartum
Infant Mortality Awareness Month :: How Birth Spacing Can Help
A mother’s health is one of the most impactful and most controllable predictors of a baby’s health. The basics of a healthy pregnancy…
I’m Pregnant. Give Me Your Seat! (Said No One Ever)
Olivia Wilde is no stranger to trending in social media. This week, Ms. Wilde lambasted fellow New York City subway riders for not offering…
Got Milk? Lactation Cookies with New England Flair
I have a 3-year-old and a 3-month-old. As I’m sure all you moms know, my days consist of running around after the…
My Stick-Peeing Obsession, and How I Healed from Infertility :: Part II
For part I of my infertility story, click here. Let me set the scene for you. I had just finished graduate school, and I was…
A Day Forgotten :: Pregnancy After Miscarriage
Nobody remembers the significance of this day. Not my closest friends or parents — my biggest support system. Not my husband. Not…
My Stick-Peeing Obsession, and How I Healed from Infertility :: Part I
My reproductive function and infertility, which I affectionately refer to as my “ovarian insecurities,” have been a source of confusion, distress, and…
Baring the Boob :: Tips for Dressing While Nursing
Pregnancy presents many challenges, one of which is getting dressed each day. Dressing a growing baby bump isn’t easy. But the wardrobe challenges…
On Being a Bridesmaid Post-Kids
We’re in the midst of one of my favorite times of the year — wedding season. And as someone who absolutely loves…
I Was in Early Labor for 5 Weeks
At 35 weeks pregnant I landed in the hospital’s labor and delivery unit with chronic pelvic pain, back pain, exhaustion, and something…
