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A Mother’s Guilt
(Bristol) I am a logical person who appreciates facts. FACT: I did everything within my power to have a healthy and safe pregnancy. FACT: Preeclampsia was not my fault and not even doctors know what...
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A Mother’s Strength
I am amazed at how many people have said to me that I have shown great strength throughout this process, as if I have done something remarkable. I don’t feel particularly strong or remarkable. I...
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PREVIEW: Bristol Baby
What a difference a year makes! On August 3rd last year, Blaine and I discovered that I was pregnant. Little did we know what all was in store for us over the coming months – twins, pre-eclampsia,...
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A Mother’s Memory
To meet me now, you would never know that I have just been through one of the toughest years of my life. I have a beautiful, healthy 8-month-old daughter, an amazing husband and life partner, a nice...
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Journey to Gratitude: Day 10
Two years ago at 8:00am, I was wheeled into surgery for an unexpectedly early C-section. Pre-eclampsia had ravaged my body, and at 28 weeks, the doctors couldn’t hold off any longer. I was terrified....
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Journey to Gratitude: Day 21
A few days ago, I heard a sad story about a woman who gave birth to premature quadruplets and subsequently passed. The story has been weighing on my mind, because my story could have ended like that....
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