Welcome, internet dwelling ladies. Whether you choose to give birth in a hospital or have an at-home birth, it is a very personal choice that needs to be respected. Hospitals are a better option for women whose pregnancy and birth might pose some technical issues, such as women with high blood pressure or whose babies have medical conditions or are not positioned correctly in the womb. Hospitals also provide a sterile environment, epidurals for labor pains, and immediate medical attention if an…

"They believe I’ll never truly trust him again, and that’s no foundation for a marriage."

This family feud feels far from over.

All the ups and downs.

She's diagnosed with Chronic Lateness.

Whenever one holds an event of some sort, they might feel a strong need for everyone who attends to focus all their attention on the celebrator and no one else. During a wedding, for example, the bride usually hates when someone tries to steal her focus, and the same might apply to birthdays, baby showers, and funerals (kidding with the last one, I hope…). That is why I understand why the wife in this Reddit story was upset, and I can relate to her initial reaction. During her baby shower, OP's…

Sometimes we just want to be baby again

Never heard that one before.

Reading this story makes me wonder how some people still think it is okay to just show up announced at someone else's home. I barely even answer people's unannounced phone calls anymore, so if you try to come to my house without letting me know first, I don't care who you are, I am not opening that door. I am also stating that as a single woman with no responsibilities. If I was married and just had a baby, I promise you with everything in me that I would not let anyone in my home without them…

Childcare is a tremendous responsibility because it is your job for a defined amount of time to ensure that the children you are caring for are safe and sound. However, the benefit of babysitting is that when the parents return home at the appointed time, you are compensated and free to go about the rest of the day. How would you handle it if the parents of the children you were caring for never returned home? The story below is an account of a confused babysitter. The original poster (OP) has…

As writers, we come across a wide range of narratives from individuals across the world. Some joyful, others mournful, but each one special in its own way. Still, nothing has prepared us for the tale that unfolds below. The original poster (OP) and her spouse had been together for a long time. The couple is blessed with three beautiful kids. Apart from the occasional argument, though, OP's home life was very normal—just like it would be in any other family. Nevertheless, everything changed when…

Naming your child is the first thing you do as a parent. Thus, it makes sense to think that picking a name is a painful and stressful procedure. The story below is an account of a frustrated sister. It was just recently discovered by the original poster (OP) that she is expecting her first child, a girl. A long time ago, before she or her sister was pregnant, they talked about a name they both adored and decided that whoever became pregnant first would get to use it. However, when OP became pre…

In a relationship, loyalty and trust are essential since they can never be rebuilt. The story below is an account of a heartbroken boyfriend. The original poster (OP) dated his ex-girlfriend for three years before ending things. He thought that his ex-girlfriend was the one for him and that they would eventually tie the knot, as did OP's family. However, when his ex-girlfriend disclosed that she was expecting a child, the dream was crushed. While this announcement naturally surprised and confus…

The cycle ends here

There is a time and a place for everything.

The first thing a parent should do is name their child. You are securing their place in the world by granting them a name they will treasure for the rest of their lives. Therefore, the responsibility is great and ought not to be disregarded. The story below is an account of a frustrated sister-in-law. The original poster (OP) had just given birth to her first child, a daughter. She had known since she was a young girl that she would name her firstborn daughter Seraphina. Unfortunately, before O…