I was not prepared for how difficult it was to be needed at all hours of the day. I knew life would never be the same and I mourned the loss of my old life. I truly did not know if I could ever move on from surviving motherhood.

“Growing up I had a strong desire to be a wife and mother… As I aged, finding a life partner did not happen for me and I grieved the loss of the life I thought I would have.” — Allison

“I always say I was a much better mother when my children were imaginary. I thought I'd get to snuggle all day long and that toddlers would sit perfectly still. It's much harder when you're actually in the trenches and experiencing it live…

A big thing mothering has taught me is to have patience in the rudimentary and routine things. “ — Aubrey

“A rollercoaster came about as I entered the world of infertility. It has opened my heart wide with empathy and perspective. It has brought me to my lowest lows and darkest of nights. It has also brought me my closest friends and most tender moments.” — Ashley