This blog post has been in my drafts since August 2016. That was a month following my D&C for a "missed miscarriage"; a blighted ovum. It feels like just yesterday and a lifetime ago—my second miscarriage in only a handful of months. It's been two years since I've had a positive pregnancy test. ...
I’ve Been Thinking A Lot About Kate Spade
On Tuesday, like so many of you, I was rocked by the news of Kate Spade's death. In quick succession I learned that she had committed suicide, which triggered so much heartache in me. I am heartbroken for her, for her husband, daughter, family, friends, and colleagues. I shared my own tribute to her ...
Taking Courage After a Failed IUI
I don't know what brought you to this page—curiosity or love for me or your own heartbreak or Google search, but I'm glad you're here. Yesterday was the end of another failed cycle. The difference is that I had my first IUI (Intrauterine Insemination) on Mother's Day, hopeful that the meaning of the ...
National Infertility Awareness Week
This week is National Infertility Awareness Week. Here are some fast facts about infertility. The word itself refers to not being able to get pregnant after a year of trying (or 6 months if your 35+). It can also refer to women who can get pregnant but are unable to stay that way. Approximately 10% ...
Difficult Times
I want to talk about something difficult. Ya'll, I'm struggling. The thing is, it's a trying time for many of us. It's been radio silence over here because there are just so many things I want to share, and at the end of the day, I haven't had the energy for it. As a family, we've done things I'm ...