our fertility journey

our fertility journey

Our fertility journey. First, let me acknowledge that every journey is different.  Every family dynamic is different as well as the desire to grow your family.  No path is “right” or “wrong”.  This is ours … Our fertility journey is a bit different as neither of...
loss of a family pet.

loss of a family pet.

it’s been a rough year on our family and extended family. we lost 4 animals in less than a year. our cat, my parent’s dog, Jordana’s dad’s dog and her mom’s dog. the pups were older and had lived wonderful lives, although my...
15 years ago, I would have starved myself.

15 years ago, I would have starved myself.

15 years ago, I would have judged this girl. I also would have starved myself and worked out for an extra hour. 15 years ago, I was a gymnast working out 20+ hours a week. eating 1200 calories a day. keeping a log of my food. being required to see a nutritionist and...
mom guilt – the innocent truth of it all.

mom guilt – the innocent truth of it all.

Mom guilt is real. And it kicks in right away. I didn’t think I’d have to worry about it until my kid was a little older and I would have to tell him “no”. I was wrong. Day ONE I felt guilty about my labor + delivery + how Parker was brought...