Before becoming a mum, I had often heard about this thing called parental judgment which is often imposed on new Mums. I perhaps shrugged it off, not fully understanding. However, having now experienced such judgement, I now truly understand the impact it has. The scary thing is that this judgment does not only come from other mothers. I have experienced… Read more →
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Defying my Limitations
Many women and men are facing infertility every day. In fact Resolve (the National Infertility Organisation) quote that 7.4 million women (11.9%) have received fertility treatments, and that 1 in 8 couples in the US have trouble getting pregnant or sustaining a pregnancy. So, essentially there are women all around us facing daily roadblocks, hurdles and obstacles and potentially being… Read more →
Dancing in the Rain
One lesson I have learned through this very challenging journey is that life doesn’t stop; you cannot plan for something you have no control over. Initially when we started trying to conceive I would plan my year around when I expected a pregnancy or even planned due dates. Holidays were scheduled with the third trimester pregnancy in mind, and… Read more →
My Philosophy … My Memoir
Today is an incredibly special day for me! Today is the official launch date of my first published work. This was my personal journal, something that I kept by my side during one of the most difficult times in my life. It carries my intimate story of loss, grief and hope, and I want to share it with you. Why?… Read more →
What type of Mum will I be?
With celebrations of Mother’s Day, many women out there may feel that it is a day of lost hope… I’m not yet a mum, but I want to be. So what type of mum will I be? Will I be firm but fair, will I be strict and hard, or will I be lenient and spoil my young child. I know what… Read more →