After 38 long weeks of carrying a baby inside me and nearly three months of caring for said child postpartum, I was ready for some adult time. When my partner suggested getting away to celebrate the new year, part of me welcomed the idea with open arms, while another part of me was immediately riddled with anxiety. While I knew

Every now and then, I like to reflect on what life was like before a global pandemic.  I remember the regularity of my schedule:  In the mornings I’d wake up early, drop my two-year-old son off at daycare, and head to work. At my job, I was in the company of my colleagues as we trivialized over literature, writing techniques,

I’d love to start this off with a major “just kidding” plot twist that would negate the title completely. But, no such luck! You read it right … I pooped while giving birth. I know what you might be thinking:  “That’s disgusting!” “I would never admit that!” “Does this mean I’m going to make a bowel movement during my delivery??!!”