Here’s my “abortion” story. It was April 9, 2020 and Anthony and I went in for an anatomy ultrasound at almost 21 weeks gestation. There was no heartbeat. Our baby had died at least 2 weeks prior if not more. My body didn’t get the memo and was holding onto a life that no longer …
In January and then again in May I was asked to speak in two different meetings for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Given the controversy our world currently faces, I feel it is time for me to share that message with you. You will find my style bold, a pattern I think …
Pregnancy after loss is like being on the longest and most intense roller coaster ride you’ve ever been on. You’re getting on the ride and you’re excited and nervous at the same time. As the ride progresses you continue to experience excitement and then also fear when you come to big drops, twists, and turns. …
Our society has become very skilled at silencing the journey of motherhood. With shutting down discussion from the discovery of two pink lines to how hard pregnancy is and then all the way through the post-partum stages, we have created very serious problems, two of which I will address: shame around pregnancy loss and higher …
A little over a week ago I finally called in an SOS to God. I was hurt. I was angry. The only person there seemed to blame was God … and the only person who could ultimately help me was also God. So I called out… God, I’m mad at You. I’m mad that You …