In today’s fast-paced digital world, the challenge of parenting has evolved dramatically. As a mother to a seven-year-old son, I can’t help but observe how technology has infiltrated every aspect of his life. Instead of glancing at his wristwatch or the various clocks scattered around our home, he looks to our Amazon Echo Dot for
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During a recent playdate that naturally transitioned into dinner, a lighthearted discussion about bedtimes took a rather curious turn. While parents were hurriedly packing up to ensure their toddler made it home by 8 pm for bedtime, my husband Pat and I exchanged bemused glances. The laughter soon faded when we learned the reason for
Grief is often misunderstood as a linear process, divided neatly into stages, each with a clear beginning and end. However, the reality is far more intricate. Grief resembles a cyclical entity, akin to an ouroboros—an eternal cycle that encompasses not just pain, but also the profound effects on one’s being. It is transformational, altering the
The journey into parenthood is often lauded as one filled with unbridled joy and unconditional love. Yet, buried beneath these societal expectations are the more nuanced and sometimes conflicting emotions that can accompany the revelation of a baby’s sex. This article explores the reality of gender disappointment, a phenomenon frequently brushed aside or stigmatized, and
The silence surrounding the loss of a pregnancy, particularly one labeled as a chemical pregnancy, can feel suffocating. The emotional turmoil that accompanies such a loss often goes unnoticed, buried under societal misconceptions and the inadequacies of medical terminology. In my experience, this silence was a heavy weight to bear. I never publicly shared my