Over the last few years, living through a world pandemic, witnessing many of my friends and family members having children, and becoming a parent myself in 2021 - I discovered the multitude of parenthood stories that are never openly discussed. The topics range from biological challenges of having a child, to societal expectations of having a family, governmental policies regarding our own bodies - and everything in between. One common thread of these stories, is they often remain untold and are thus considered as rare and an anomaly.  

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On the contrary, these struggles are very real and common. While keeping the most personal struggles in the dark - such as a miscarriage or choosing to have an abortion - is a norm in our society, sharing information is a powerful tool that can help many. Speaking about your experience can forge a path to personal healing, and create opportunity for others going through similar challenges, to find strength in the shared experience.  

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What if now, more than ever, is the time to talk?