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As a mother and doctor I understand better than most the challenges faced by new parents. I'd love to support you!

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My Rainbow Pregnancy

If you are in the middle of a rainbow pregnancy and feel scared and anxious, then know that I’ve been there.  And I want you to know that having a beautiful rainbow baby—as I did—is worth all the fear, anxiety, pain, tears, rollercoaster emotions you are currently going through. After losing three babies, my anxiety…

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Managing Life After Miscarriage; You are Not Alone

When we decided to have our first baby, things worked like clockwork. We conceived in just a few short months and aside from significant morning sickness, the pregnancy was perfect. I never imagined trying to give Luke a sibling would bring me to such a difficult place. If you have been following my story, you…

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Dreaming of our Rainbow Baby

As you may know, I suffered a miscarriage in July. Since then my emotions have been on a roller coaster. Initially, I was simply relieved to have everything over with so I could start to feel like myself again and I could begin to heal. Then, to soothe my pain I quickly I began daydreaming…

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Miscarriage Survivor: Today I lost my unborn baby…

Today I became the member of a club I hoped never to join… my heart aches and I am filled with a mix of emotions: confusion, pain, anger, and longing cover me. Today it was confirmed I had a miscarriage. My body has betrayed me! Instead of nourishing my sweet baby to grow and thrive,…

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