The Ache

I feel the curves of my new body. It differs from the other two pregnancies. I differ. I’m older. I’m … More

Birthright

Today, I left my final midwife appointment feeling utter disappointment. This is my third pregnancy and will be my third … More

It’s a memoir (remember that). Good ole Mum managed to push one more book at me this December… What does … More

At my most recent obstetrician appointment, I was asked very directly how many children I want to have.It came like … More

Let’s do a refresh. Ok ladies, (and men if you’re reading this) let’s talk about pregnancy etiquette. The world is … More

She waddles through an empty hallway, taking in the silence before the storm. She tries to embrace the solitude knowing … More

I didn’t start my day with sun salutations and blessing the world for another day. I didn’t count back from … More

She was stuck in the best kind of way. At the corner end of the café counter, the warmth of … More

It wasn’t that she necessarily missed wine; the coursing of red and white courage poising through her blood stream, making … More

I wish I could bottle this feeling of calm; a peaceful escape from the pattern. Shrink me down and let … More