Trigger warning: This post discusses both the emotional and physical fallout of pregnancy loss. Last month, I got one of the biggest surprises of my life: At age 42, after 5 years of trying, and then 2 years of making our peace with becoming empty nesters, I found out I was pregnant. Yes, you readContinue reading “What If?”
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UN-Fertilized
Growing up, I always knew more than anything that I wanted to be a wife and a mother. I think that overwhelming desire can be traced back to my early childhood, which was not exactly what you would call “stable.” It was filled with a lot of heartache and stress. Fortunately, things turned around duringContinue reading “UN-Fertilized”
None In the Oven
I thought I learned everything I needed to know about getting pregnant in junior high. Turns out…I was wrong! As I sit at Café Express, typing away on my keyboard and listening to the expectant moms next to me talk about the joys of babies and pregnancy, I realize I have to get out of hereContinue reading “None In the Oven”
My crappy blog introduction
Allow me to introduce myself: My name is Amanda, and I hate introductions. How are you supposed to do a blog intro anyway? To me it feels like the first day of school, where the teacher makes you stand up, say your name, and “tell us something about yourself.” I always panic in that situation. Continue reading “My crappy blog introduction”
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