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Baby, Loss
January 13, 2019
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A Positive is Not a Promise

I knew I was ready for another baby when pregnancy announcements made me jealous. I created a secret Pinterest board for Baby #2. Began dreaming of a…

Loss, Motherhood
November 30, 2018
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To the Mothers Whose Hearts are Aching This Holiday Season

As the trees and the temperature remind us that the holidays are near, I know you’re reminded about something else, too. It’s another season…

Grief, Loss
November 17, 2018
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Dear Friend, This is How You Can Support a Mother After Child Loss

First of all, you’re a great friend if you are reading this. Child loss is the depth of despair, the lowest valley, the deepest hurt. At least…

Grief, Loss, Miscarriage
October 15, 2018
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To the Woman Crying in the Hospital Bathroom

I want you to know that I heard you. I heard your sobs as I was leaving the OBGYN’s office after my annual exam. I saw who I presume was your…

Grief, Miscarriage
October 15, 2018
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When You Find Out You’re Pregnant—Then Suddenly, You’re Not.

After several months of trying, it happened. The pregnancy test read “pregnant,” along with another four, just to be sure. While I was…

Child Loss, Grief, Infertility, Motherhood
October 4, 2018
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To the Moms and Dads Who Suffer Loss: You Are Not Alone

You are walking the hardest path anyone will ever walk—living this life without your children. Your losses have come in many shapes and sizes.…

Child Loss, Faith, Grief, Miscarriage
October 3, 2018
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A Letter to My Mama, From Your Baby in Heaven

Dear Mama, I know you miss me and wish you could watch me grow up. But instead, you sit in that rocking chair, tears streaming down your face, arms…

Baby, Grief, Miscarriage
September 25, 2018
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A Rainbow Baby Helps Heal a Broken Heart, but the Scars of Loss Remain

After a violent storm, a rainbow is a sign of hope, peace even. The storm is over and normal life can resume. But, it may not be like it was before.…

Child Loss, Miscarriage
September 16, 2018
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Dear Carrie Underwood and All Other Loss Moms, You’re Allowed to be Angry About Your Miscarriages

As I watched Carrie Underwood sharing about the heartbreak of her three consecutive miscarriages, I immediately recognized that face. It’s the face…

Baby, Child Loss, Grief
September 15, 2018
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Let Us Be Women Who Embrace the Mothers Who Grieve

Today I designed a print for a mom on the other side of the world. It was for her baby girl who would have turned one today. One year ago, at…