Labor and Delivery During a Pandemic- A Nurse’s Perspective
Fast forward to the year 2020, and COVID-19. The pandemic has changed a lot of things in our labor and delivery unit....
Learning from My Lowest Low
Sometimes the truth is tough. The beast (my anxiety) has been there most of my life. Now I am aware of my triggers or when I am having an off...
Watching You Disappear Into Postpartum Depression: A Partner’s Story
In my previous post, I shared my story with postpartum depression, and now am sharing my journey from my husband Jason's perspective....
Postpartum Depression: My Journey Back From The Brink
I kept my story to myself for a long time. I was embarrassed and ashamed that I had postpartum depression. But PPD is serious, and it was not my fault....
Our Mini Thru-Hike Adventure on the Douglas Trail
Our idea for a mini Thru-Hike on the Douglas Trail from Pine Island to Rochester was born. Nature is my go-to for helping them experience life....
Lyme Disease: It’s Not What You Think
Lyme Disease often takes time to diagnose, and even longer to recover from. It's okay to get a second opinion, and to advocate for yourself and your child....
Slowing Down: Growing and Learning at Home
Slowing down really forced me to look within more than usual. Through this process, there are several things I've learned about myself...
Your Family Wants to Eat AGAIN – Freezer Edition
by Jodie Meurer
While I loved cooking, figuring out what to feed my family during those busy years was sometimes more frustrating than not having the time to make it!...
Teacher in Mourning
Let me give it to you straight, just like I do my students: I’m a teacher in mourning. I’ve experienced so much grief in the last few weeks and absolutely...
Anxiously Unseen
My interactions throughout the day often leave me feeling misunderstood, misinterpreted, or even ignored. Unseen. Invisible. ...