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My Babies
I had 6 pregnancies. 3 babies. I totally believe in folic acid working miracles. The 3 miscarriages I had I never took folic acid; the 3 successful pregnancies I did. My 1st pregnancy occurred the summer before I married while working as a Pesticide Sprayer. I woke up one morning spotting and in pain. So Alex, my fiance at the time, and I did not go out spraying. I was in severe pain. I handle pain well, but this pain was bad. I had horrible cramps. I ended up going to the hospital. It was a waste of time. They did a urine pregnancy test but not a blood test. I was probably only about 2 or 3 weeks pregnant. We went back to the hotel room where I was hurdled over in agony for the rest of the day. A hot bath did not help. I do not remember if the pain was only that one day or if it lingered. When I got back home I ended up seeing my family doctor on the advice at the hospital. My family doctor figured, after hearing my symptoms and upon examination, that it was an ectopic pregnancy. So luckily I miscarried it myself and further complications did not occur.
By Jennifer Skinner6 years ago in Families
The Start of a Family
If there is anything more strange to many people it is when a member of the LGBT+ community decides to have a family. Particularly someone transgender. Being a transgender male in a relationship with another individual that is also AFAB [Assigned Female at Birth] has its perks. We get to decide when we want to start a family on our own terms. Which means we can more accurately predict when we have managed to concieve. It's a perk, but it has its own downfalls at the same time. We have to rely on a donor. Finding a donor is complicated. If you do not go through a clinic you have to do things at home which means either going somewhere to buy a donation or find a website that has listed donors.
By Kaleb Haycraft-Thomson6 years ago in Families
March 19, 1982
March 19th, 1982. The day the world stood still. At least, for my 7 year old brain, anyway. It was a sunny Friday afternoon and my friend was coming to my house after school, after homework. I walked home from school the usual way, cutting through the neighbor's yard behind us. Back then, most people in our town hadn't added fences to their yards yet. Daddy was waiting on the front lawn as he always was. Daddy worked two jobs and would come home for his lunch at the same time us kids got home from school just so he could see us every day. He loved his children beyond words and we always knew it. I gave him the usual big hug and we went inside.
By Jena Tilton Pinkham6 years ago in Families
How LGBT Couples Can Embrace Parenthood
Having a child is not just an evolutionary process but also an issue of great emotional value. Individuals spend significant time in finding a partner and bearing children with them. All over the world, there's a widespread normalizing and legalization of the LGBT community and singles. They are looking to start their family with a genetic offspring as well. The LGBT couples and singles can embrace parenthood through Artificial Reproductive Techniques (ART).
By Femicure Healthcare6 years ago in Families
The Elsa Dress
To give a little context I’m compiling a series of stories over the past seven years. One Friday afternoon in April 2013 with only a few hours-notice we began to care for my partners two nephews full-time. No notice, no preparation and no hand-book.
By Daniel Christopher Smyth6 years ago in Families
A Tribute to Angus Michael Tett
I woke up groggy the morning of Angus’ death. My eyes still had sand around the edges and my hair was jutting in one hundred different directions. I didn’t wake up by choice. I rolled over to my bedside table where my mom’s face had popped up on the phone screen. The time said 7:28 in the background. It was the only thing I could see in the pitch black. The violent buzzing from the call was a brutal sound for my headache. The sass in my head is a ruthless being, “What do you want?” I say in my best teenage attitude. My mind flipped through the past week thinking about every scenario that I could have possibly warranted a lecture at 7:28 in the morning. In the moments right after I answered, I damned myself as the most self-centered person in the world.
By Alexandra Tett6 years ago in Families
How to Keep Your Children Occupied and Entertained Through a Pandemic
Being stuck at home, once sounded like an easy task, but as the days pass by it can prove more and more challenging. Our kids need stimulation that stems beyond staring at screens all day, but as parents, finding activities to allow our kids to actively participate, can prove to be a difficult and daunting undertaking. This can be exacerbated by the circumstances around the pandemic. While it may seem difficult, don’t feel like you are alone in this. Consider these tips and tricks to keep your kids busy which will help you and your family stay sane and satisfied.
By Paisley Hansen6 years ago in Families
Feasting to Flourish
Three days without a regular menstrual cycle and I knew something unusual was happening within my body. The positive pregnancy test confirmed my hypothesis. After attending my first OBGYN appointment, I was beyond flustered. So much information, in such little time. One thing I managed to retain from the lengthy lecture appointment was: “Breast is best.” However, formula feeding is not “horrible.” I figured, as long as the baby is fed, right? Despite the similarities between formula feeding and breastfeeding, they are contrasting in quite a few ways.
By Tronald's Chronicles6 years ago in Families
A Mom on Overload
I am a mother and a wife, and I work a full time job. My husband is disabled and I am the sole breadwinner. My son, who is 9, has autism, and even though it is what medical professionals refer to as high functioning, whew, is it something to deal with. My daughter, who is 16, suffers from anxiety of the social kind and just about every other kind as well, and depression is honestly a bit easier to manage since I myself deal with both depression and anxiety. Oh, and did I mention that my husband is disabled too? Yep! In a wheelchair due to a form of muscular dystrophy called Charcot-Marie Tooth's Syndrome. I have to a lot to aid him through the day as well. I work full time in the medical field and am a student myself. Put the insomnia to use to get my studies done. So, tired yet? I am.
By Amanda Purcell6 years ago in Families
Is There A Normal Life?
What is a normal life? Can someone truly say that the life they are living is normal? I'm sure everyone has asked themself this question at least once in their life. In this article I want to share my experiences with you, in Hope's of clearing up the answer to this question.
By DubJayMusic6 years ago in Families
