Letters To MF
This is Now My Life: Atypical. Jen’s Premature Motherhood Story
Sharing stories connects us. This post was submitted to me by a reader. A reader who wanted to share her story of having a premature baby in hopes of helping others like her. Here is Jen’s story about her premature journey into Motherhood. I’ve considered writing down my thoughts for a long time- but I
Dear MF: The WORST DAY EVER
This “letter” came to me in person first. I met with a woman who lost her young son by suicide. She wanted to tell her story and I wanted to know it. I wanted to know it because I don’t want my child to die by suicide. I don’t want ANY child or adult to
Allie’s Anorexia Story: The Demon Who Took My Daughter
Thank you to everyone who read, shared and commented on the post “Dear MF: Anorexia Could Kill My Daughter”. A special thank you to Allie’s Mom for sharing her powerful and gut wrenching story. Eating disorders are very real and absolutely terrifying. When I read that letter from Allie’s Mom ( “Allie” is a pseudonym),
Dear MF: Anorexia Could Kill My Daughter
Four million children and adolescents in this country suffer from a serious mental disorder that causes significant functional impairments at home, at school and with peers. Of children ages 9 to 17, 21 percent have a diagnosable mental or addictive disorder that causes at least minimal impairment. Quote taken from NAMI to learn more about