This isn’t the way I thought it would turn out, not at all. I knew better than to jump into it with too many preconceived notions, but still ... I never imagined it would be this hard. I... Read more >>

Have you ever lost something (your keys, the phone, info scribbled on a napkin) then desperately tried to retrace your movements for the last twenty-four hours like a slow-winding movie rolling... Read more >>

I began experiencing problems with my menstrual cycle in my mid-to-late twenties, with very bad cramps and heavy bleeding. I endured this painful monthly cycle for many years never really complaining... Read more >>

When I had my recent surgery, I found that there were few resources available on hysterectomy. There are a number of books and articles to help you cope with becoming a new parent. But the books and... Read more >>

I keep having this dream that I am pregnant. It bothers me because I had a hysterectomy five years ago. I don’t know why I am dreaming about pregnancy. I once even gave birth in the dream. Last... Read more >>

When I had my first appointment with Dr. Elizabeth Vliet, the nationally-renowned hormone expert who gave me back my life after a year of hell following my hysterectomy, she asked me a question about... Read more >>

When is the right time to move from infertility to adoption? When do you emotionally feel ready? Will you ever feel ready and must move forward with other ways of creating your forever family! Mardie... Read more >>

In Pre-Mature Menopause: Part I, I discussed my discovery of a premature condition of menopause. In the last few weeks, I have been doing research on the internet, talking to friends, asking questions... Read more >>