The first Mommy Story post for this year is from Seema. Unforeseen circumstances led an expecting Seema to face motherhood without much support. With careful planning, she was able to build a foundation to help her and her children. Preparing To Give Birth Going through the process of procreating is challenging for most women. Managing … Continue reading A Mommy Story: Preparing for Motherhood
Motherhood Mom Stories
The Breakdown
The days would go by, and there was a countdown. Inevitably, my husband would have to return to work. We were only half way through his paternity leave, but I was still terrified. I knew that in a matter of time, my son and I would be alone. I had convinced myself that I was … Continue reading The Breakdown
Mommy Story: Losing Miu
Losing a child is never easy. In this post from the Mommy Series, Mayumi talks openly about the loss of her infant daughter, Miu. When I found out that I was having triplets, I was ecstatic to hear that one was a girl. I could not wait to have her. From the moment I … Continue reading Mommy Story: Losing Miu
A Mommy Story: Cooper’s Helmet
How would you deal with your child's medical issue ? In this edition of A Mommy Story, we are featuring Tamra and her son, Cooper. Tamra reveals discusses how she dealt with an understandably difficult and stressful experience. ---- As mothers, we all experience different trials and tribulations. They are generally greeted shortly thereafter (sometimes … Continue reading A Mommy Story: Cooper’s Helmet
A Mommy Story: Silently Suffering with PPD
Every Mommy has a story. This is my opportunity to recognize these Moms and their experiences. In this post, we learn about Melissa, who did not know she was suffering from Postpartum Depression. I don’t think I can say that I was prepared for my labor. I wish I knew that there were so many … Continue reading A Mommy Story: Silently Suffering with PPD
A Mommy Story: Surviving PPD / PPA
Every Mommy has a story. This is my opportunity to recognize these Moms and their experiences. In this post, I wanted to feature another mom suffering from Postpartum Depression and Anxiety. Both can look and feel differently for each mom. How we think and react can vary. Therefore, there is value in showing the experience … Continue reading A Mommy Story: Surviving PPD / PPA
5 Mommy Brain Moments
You've heard of "Pregnancy Brain" - that foggy, forgetful time that pregnant women experience. The simplest things seem to slip the mind, and you can't remember like you used to. Unfortunately, that forgetfulness doesn't completely go away. I'm finding that this is happening less as I grow accustomed to my new life and role. Nonetheless, … Continue reading 5 Mommy Brain Moments
The Color of My Skin
My sister and I are like ebony and ivory. I have olive toned skin, meaning that I have brownish, but not very dark, toned coloring. My sister takes after my mother and has much fairer skin. This seemingly small difference between us has secretly become one of the foundations of my low self-esteem. My sister … Continue reading The Color of My Skin
This Mommy is Real 