Taking Antidepressants While Pregnant: Why I Don’t Regret It
During both of my pregnancies, I wanted nothing more than to keep my babies safe. I said goodbye to raw fish and alcohol without a second thought and dutifully only…
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Nora’s Safari Themed Birthday Party Recap
Nora turned two earlier this month, which is wild to think about! It feels like her first birthday was last week. I planned a safari themed birthday party for her…
Long Layover In Zurich: Tips For Leaving The Airport To Explore The City
I’ve written before about my travel anxiety, and one of my best tips for solo trips is avoiding unnecessary stress. In a complete contradiction of this rule, I decided to…
Faith, Deconstruction, And Everything In Between
I’ve spoken in tongues at revivals and whispered hymns during liturgical gatherings. Stood on megachurch stages and been to church services where you could fit everyone who showed up in…
Tips & Tricks For How To Manage Travel Anxiety
When I was a kid, I hated traveling. Any change in routine was enough to trigger an anxiety attack for me, and family vacations often felt like torture. I still struggled even…
Pregnancy Loss, Three Years Later
Here are some lightly edited reflections as I reflect on the three years since losing a baby due to encephalocele. (You can read my story here if you’re unfamiliar.) A few weeks…