Postpartum Detachment: My Raw Story of Delayed Bonding
The Real Journey Begins: Postpartum. It’s a word we hear a lot, usually followed by images of blissful bonding and instant connection. But what happens when that connection doesn’t happen right away? What if, instead of overwhelming love, you feel… nothing? That’s postpartum detachment, a reality many mothers experience but rarely discuss. It’s a confusing,…
Mom’s Hospital Bag Essentials: (One Duffel Bag Edition!)
Okay, so we’re diving into the nitty-gritty of what actually goes into Hospital Bag Essentials. Not the Pinterest-perfect, curated list, but the real-deal, from one mom who’s been there. Remember when I said I started packing three months early? Yeah, that was a sign of my anxiety, not my organization skills. Read about how I…
Birth Story: My Raw and Honest Labor and Delivery
My Birth Story Begins: The Mental Marathon The final countdown is ON! Our intimate baby shower was perfect (thank you again to everyone who celebrated with us). My nesting instincts? On full blast. Let’s just say the house has been “deep cleaned” a million times over! The nursery is finally ready. Doula on speed dial?…
My “Skipped” First Trimester: From Shock to Jamaica
The Aftermath: Processing the News and Adjusting After the initial shock wore off, the real emotions hit for my first trimester. I was a mix of terror and complete overwhelm. Excitement never really kicked in. I just knew I had to do what I had to do in hopes of birthing a healthy baby. I…