Tag: grief
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Why We Keep Celebrating the Birthday of Our Son Who Left Us Too Soon
Get Pregnant Fast Every September 8, our family gathers to honor the birthday of our son, who we lost before he had the chance to truly live. For us, it’s all about the balloons. Each year, we choose a fun theme that reflects our son’s spirit, and this time, my older children, Mia and Noah,…
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When Grief from Child Loss Transforms into Jealousy
Get Pregnant Fast It has taken me considerable time to reach a place of acceptance in my life. I’m grateful for my loving partner, our wonderful daughter, and the two children who watch over us from above. However, anyone who has experienced the pain of losing a loved one knows how quickly emotions can resurface.…
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What If Something Happens to My Only Child?
Get Pregnant Fast The question, “What if something happens to her?” echoed through my mind, ignited by the careless words of a woman at a recent gathering. It voiced the deep-seated fear I’ve harbored since becoming a parent. My partner and I had been married for several years before we decided to expand our family.…
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Artist Skillfully Illustrates the Depths of Grief
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the sorrow of losing a loved one is a universal struggle that many of us face. It can leave us feeling isolated and adrift as we journey through the various stages of grief. This is precisely why one talented artist began to channel her experiences into poignant illustrations aimed at helping…
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To My Little One Who Wasn’t Meant to Be
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Sweet Child of the Past, There are moments when I can feel your presence, but not in the mystical sense. I’m not talking about fleeting scents of lavender or the gentle touch of a breeze in a closed room—those occurrences are rare. Instead, I’m often reminded of your absence. It’s a…
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The Day My Heart Began to Heal
Get Pregnant Fast As the sun dipped below the horizon, I took a deep breath, soaking in the beauty around me. My partner and I were at an extravagant event for his work, where a whimsical Ferris wheel twinkled against the evening sky. Anticipating this night for months, I felt the warm rays caress my…
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What I’ve Discovered Through Three Miscarriages in Nine Months
Get Pregnant Fast “This might be a bit unsettling,” my physician remarked. I plugged in my headphones and cranked up the volume on my white noise app, preparing myself for yet another D&C. Unfortunately, this wasn’t the first time I had heard those words. Over the course of the past nine months, I’ve been in…
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Navigating the Tides of Grief as a Mother Without a Mother
Get Pregnant Fast “No one ever warned me that grief could feel so much like fear.” –C.S. Lewis As I lay in a hospital bed, on the brink of welcoming my baby into the world, I found myself yearning for my mother. I envisioned her sitting beside me, holding my hand, whispering words of encouragement…
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In Defense of the Unflattering Photo: A Mom’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a funny thing being labeled a millennial. I was born in 1985, which technically places me in that category, but I often find myself questioning that identity. A wise friend once teased, “So you’re basically the oldest millennial,” and, honestly, that feels more accurate. My first cell phone didn’t appear until…
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Grieving My Son, Jamie Carter, to Heroin: A Warrior Mom’s Journey to Help Others
Get Pregnant Fast Jamie Lee Carter passed away on February 19, 2015, from a heroin overdose in his Los Angeles home at just 30 years old. He was my son, a brilliant comedian with a bright future ahead of him. Growing up in a comfortable suburban neighborhood, Jamie was what you might call a “nice…