Tag Archives: moms

On Having Thin Skin

Posted on March 31, 2018 by izzy82

I’ve heard it a lot throughout my life; that I can’t let things get to me so much. There are all different ways this idea has been expressed to me… “You have to grow a thick skin.” “Who cares what … Continue reading →

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Breast milk for Thought

Posted on March 18, 2018 by izzy82

Sometimes I like to kick back and observe the utter belief/behavior/attitude pendulum that American society just can’t seem to get out of. As a group, Americans are fickle. We are inept at finding balance and middle ground. Why? My personal … Continue reading →

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Pre-motherhood musings

Posted on January 13, 2018 by izzy82

Hello all! Happy New Year! May 2018 be a year full of happiness, health, compassion and love for you, yours and everyone. For my little family, I am hoping 2018 will be a year far different (in a positive way) … Continue reading →

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When a friend finds hope to be a 4-letter word, here’s how you can help

Posted on September 3, 2017 by izzy82

Disclaimer – I’m not a doctor nor am I writing this as a healthcare provider. I am writing this based upon my understanding of information I’ve received over the past few months. Second disclaimer- this post focuses specifically on miscarriage. … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged anxiety, depression, friends, friends for life, friendships, gestational trophoblastic disease, hope, miscarriage, missed miscarriage, molar pregnancy, moms, parenting, partial molar pregnancy, pregnancy, pregnancy loss, reproductive health, self-advocacy, self-care, silver linings, trauma, women, women's health | Leave a comment

Mis. Miss. Missed.

Posted on June 7, 2017 by izzy82

CN (Content Note): This post discusses miscarriage, pregnancy loss, trauma and depression. I was on our couch, sobbing so hard I couldn’t breathe. Tissues were scattered around. “I want the baby back,” I said to my husband. “I know. Me … Continue reading →

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On The Cusp

Posted on October 31, 2016 by izzy82

The end is nigh. My days of carefree, unadulterated freedom are almost over. Or, at least, hopefully they are. What on earth am I talking about? I’m talking about trying to have a baby, of course! My husband and I, … Continue reading →

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On Moms

Posted on May 18, 2016 by izzy82

So Mother’s Day has come and gone, for this year. I was with my mom all this past weekend and the one before so I was a wee bit busy with my real-deal mother and didn’t have time to post … Continue reading →

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