Post-partum Stories

Maya Li, a new mother and recent immigrant, finds herself struggling with the weight of postpartum depression in a foreign land, far from the support of family and the comfort of familiar traditions. In a culture that values endurance and resilience, Maya feels trapped between her sense of duty and her need for help. The pressure to be a perfect mother and uphold her heritage leaves her feeling isolated and ashamed, until a gentle suggestion and the support of a multicultural community open her eyes to the possibility of healing. Guided by her cultural roots, including practices like tai chi and the companionship of other East Asian mothers, Maya learns to balance her cultural values with self-compassion. As she reclaims her strength, she discovers that honoring her heritage doesn't mean facing struggles alone; instead, it's about finding new ways to heal and nurture herself and her child.

Book 3. It's 12 years since Paige, Ethan and their friends graduated high school, and a lot has happened! Lives have been lost and new lives have started. But what do things look like now with the couple who had a teen pregnancy and survived an adoption? Stay tuned to find out! "Ever felt like your world was falling apart and you don't know how to stop it? Well that's where I'm at right now. My best friend. The girl I have known my entire life, who I did everything with, has taken her own life; and I never seen it coming" "This day is my worst nightmare. As an assistant coach and history teacher, I'm part of the school faculty and it's our job to protect the students that attend our school while they're here. Right now I'm trying to find my daughter in a lock down due to an active shooter. Who in there right mind would open fire in a high school?" "So you just replaced me. You couldn't be bothered to raise the child you created but yet 2 years later you replace that said child with another? Makes total sense..." This story contains references linked to: Assault Suicide Self-harm Teen pregnancy Abuse

A true account of how pregnancy turned a sane woman bat-s#@ crazy.