by Carla Naumburg | Jan 16, 2012 | Judaism, Kveller.com, Parenting
“And so there are two. Two daughters, two frozen embryos. Two parents who still aren’t sure if we want a third child.” You can read more about our IVF journey over at Kveller.com.
by Carla Naumburg | Nov 7, 2011 | Kveller.com, Parenting
“In the past months, I have purchased a pair of Hello Kitty slippers, a Hello Kitty calendar, and a Hello Kitty story book for my little addict. This might seem indulgent, I know, but my daughter would probably tell you it’s barely adequate, seeing as how I...
by Carla Naumburg | Oct 25, 2011 | Kveller.com, Parenting
“While she was napping, I carefully opened enough of the package to recognize that bright pink logo that was burned into my psyche decades ago. I paused for a moment as the voices of fellow hippie-progressive-feminist Mamas rang in my ears, warning me of all the...
by Carla Naumburg | Sep 3, 2011 | Kveller.com, Parenting
“Within a few hours my cervix had dilated enough for the midwife to break my water. The towels and pads they spread out were useless; nothing short of a wading pool would have contained the tsunami that splashed forth. I don’t remember for certain, but...
by Carla Naumburg | Aug 4, 2011 | Kveller.com, Parenting
“Of course I wanted a present. I always want presents. (You reading this, dear husband?) I just didn’t want a push present. Why the hell would I want something to remind me of the most painful experiences of my life?” The story of my Mommy necklace is up...
by Carla Naumburg | Jun 27, 2011 | Kveller.com, Parenting
“I find dinner time with my toddler to be just about as enjoyable as getting my teeth scraped at the dentist. (Actually, a trip to the dentist might be more fun–I get to lie back in a nice chair, close my eyes, and there aren’t any babies or toddlers...
