A story my 92-year old friend shared got me thinking about “child safety” now versus the good ol’ days. I think we’ve gone a bit overboard.
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This is a blog about attempting to make your own humans (and failing miserably at first, but eventually succeeding), parenting, marriage, working mom life, aging parents, and being an imperfect human.
The Butterfly Effect
When screaming babies, stressful car trips, and a house filled with the aroma of poop are all front and center in your mind, it’s easy to forget just how good you have it.
Insensitivity
A stop at a roadside convenience store got me thinking: how many times have I unknowingly been insensitive to the needs of new (or experienced) moms around me?
Reluctant Parenting
I was once told that I deserved a better husband, but I’m happy with the Reluctant-Parent husband I have. Especially now that I see him interact with Peanut every day.
When it’s okay to ignore
How does one handle it when a friend who’s trying (and not succeeding) in getting pregnant completely ignores your joyous new addition?
The Luckiest Girl in the World
I’ve been told that my labor and delivery story is pretty amazing. I feel sheepish to have been so lucky. Here’s how it all went down.
Crockpot or Microwave
I foolishly fell victim to a dangerous line of thinking: that I’d be lucky enough to deliver before my due date. I should know better.
Even a dummy can do it
Our first childbirth class was also our last. But here’s why I don’t feel the least bit guilty about being a Childbirth Class dropout.
Not in the brochure
I’ve heard women say they were ready to be done with pregnancy toward the end. Now that I’ve reached the “sick of being pregnant” stage, I can finally empathize.
Crybaby
I’ve always been a bit of an emotional person. But this pregnancy has taken my semi-permanent “about to cry” status to a whole new level of insanity.