Did you know that 1 out of every 3 women who give birth in the United States will give birth via C-Section? That number seems to be rising in the US, even skyrocketing to averages of around 40% or...
When I heard other moms talk about mom guilt, I wondered what that meant. Then I told myself that I don't think that would ever be me. Shocker, I become a mom, and there it is: mom guilt! If...
It’s not uncommon after giving birth, especially for the first time, for a mom to feel a little bit shocked by the experience. Whether she is overwhelmed by the physical intensity of the experience or surprised at all the...
"i carry your heart with me (i carry it in my heart). - e.e. cummings
April is my birthday month, but also a reminder of pain that I carried so deep, trying to forget and trying to be strong. But...
In life, it seems that we do a lot of waiting. Our parents waited 9 months for us to be born. Waited for us to take our first steps, say our first words. They waited for the first day...
One common topic during a pregnancy is your weight. Your doctor talks about it, your family and friends talk about it, and for some reason, even strangers decide to talk about it. I’ll admit I was terrified of gaining...
My name is Alecia Jameson. I have a husband, a wonderful son, and a home. I am well-educated and have a career that I am proud of. What I do not have is memories of a great childhood.
I preface...
You know to buy car seat and baby crib, but no one talks about other must have items for new moms. When you are pregnant or have a baby, you receive a myriad of advice. Some you use, some...
Consider you are out to eat with friends. You go with a group of 8 ladies to have a nice night out. You find yourself laughing at each other’s jokes and enjoying the events of the day. It’s April...
All marriages have their fair share of problems, and our marriage has not always been rainbows and unicorn farts. Imagine a marriage, buying your first home, 2 career changes, and a surprise pregnancy. Any one of those things alone...
Parenthood
“Attitude Reflects Leadership”
The movie Remember the Titans resonates with me on many levels. Like Coach Bill Yoast's daughter, I was nine years old when integration was...
