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There’s no one way to have a baby, and everyone’s experiences are different. From conception, pregnancy, and labor to how a mom feels, feeds, and recovers after the baby is born—everyone has a different story to tell. In these essays, all kinds of women discuss their own motherhood journeys—the good, the bad, and everything in between.
Despite its inherent challenges, I exclusively breastfed three children and am glad I decided to do so
The transition into motherhood is often lauded as a beautiful transformation. For me, it was different.
I was overwhelmed and panicked after my baby was born, but learning that I’m not alone in this made a difference
I couldn’t enjoy my pregnancy due to this relentless pregnancy disability that often goes undiagnosed
Finding people who nourish and care about the mother—not just the baby—makes all the difference when giving birth.
After a traumatic first birth and crippling postpartum anxiety, I'm taking Zoloft proactively in my second pregnancy, and I couldn't be happier about my decision
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Giving birth in winter meant isolation, balancing work and life, and waiting for spring to come
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After dealing with many impossible, sleepless nights with my newborn, practicing mindfulness at night helped ground me
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How I chose an egg donor—and how I'm learning to navigate discussions about her with my daughters
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It felt risky to celebrate a new pregnancy or visualize the baby just yet, but I rode the daily wave of gratitude, fear, and grief to get me through the first trimester
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Having a baby through IVF was the hardest thing I've ever done. Then I did it again for a second child.
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My concerns were dismissed during labor because of my history with anxiety—but that shouldn't have happened.
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