Preface: Hello, lovelies. I wrote this post originally in April of 2019. It's been sitting in my drafts since then, but I feel like I should press publish and release it into the world. I hope that it helps someone feel less alone. After this happened, I ended up having an ectopic pregnancy, which will … Continue reading 1 in 4: My Miscarriage Story
Vomiting scares the hell out of me. "Okay Jeanette, no one likes throwing up - stop being dramatic." I've heard it over and over growing up. Here's the thing. It's not just not "liking" vomiting. It's a constant anxiety. It's panic attack inducing. It's something that changes the way I live. Emetophobia is the phobia … Continue reading Emetophobia and Pregnancy
I had grand plans of writing at least once a week once quarantine began, but I haven't. I think it would be good for my soul and all that if I did but for some reason, it's easier to just not. Today is day 41. Since then, I've left my house for some walks (which … Continue reading I Haven’t Written in a While (word vomit)
Is your cup half full? Half empty? I want neither. I want a cup that is so full, that it overflows onto the saucer beneath it. With the self-love, respect and energy that overflows, I want to give to others. I recently heard this quote on a podcast. People always say you can't give unless … Continue reading Don’t Give From Your Cup, Give From Your Saucer
This week is one that is heavy on my heart. When this week arrives, I spend a lot of time thinking and reflecting. It's National Eating Disorder Awareness week, and it's a week that reminds me of how damn lucky I am. Puberty was not very kind to me. Maybe the more honest thing to … Continue reading National Eating Disorder Awareness Week: My Story
I was 14 when I first got on the pill. I had gone into the doctor, complaining of acne, and I walked out with a prescription for birth control. This was the norm (and probably still is today). If only I could go back in time and have 24-year-old me swat that prescription out of … Continue reading Pill Shmill: Why I Say NO to Birth Control