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Pregnancy Provides Psychic Powers for Ana Ortiz
Ugly Betty star, Ana Ortiz, tells PEOPLE that “Before I found out I was having a girl, I dreamt that I was having a girl.” She went on to say that “I even dreamt what her name was, so I guess that name should be her real name.”
10 Things You Shouldn’t Tell A Woman Struggling To Get Pregnant
When it comes to infertility, I have found that people just dont know what to say to those going through it. Then when they finally find the words, you kind of wish they hadnt. My husband and I have had many crazy things said to us throughout our journey. I realize these statements mostly come from those closest to us who are having trouble seeing us struggle. The crazy part is that the people who say these things come from a place of love and care (mostly- there are exceptions!). I think our family and friends are trying to be helpful, and to make it better. Listed below are ten unhelpful (and borderline hateful) things people usually say to those of us struggling with infertility. I personally have heard each and every one of these lines. I have also included what I wanted to respond with and what I actually said.
What you HAVE to Tell Your Kids About Sex
In the United States, nearly one in three girls will get pregnant before she turns 20, and half of all young adults will get an STD by the time they turn 25. If youre the parent of a teen/tween, youve probably come to the hard realization that youre going to have to speak with them about sex. Will it be embarrassing? Possibly. Awkward? Most likely. But will it also make your kids less likely to become a statistic? Without a doubt. According to the National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy 87% of teens say that it would be easier for them to postpone sex and avoid pregnancy if they were able to have more open and honest conversations with their parents.
What Not to Say to A Woman Struggling to Get Pregnant
When it comes to infertility, I have found that people just don?t know what to say to those going through it. Then when they finally find the words, you kind of wish they hadn?t. My husband and I have had many crazy things said to us throughout our journey. I realize these statements mostly come from those closest to us who are having trouble seeing us struggle. The crazy part is that the people who say these things come from a place of love and care (mostly- there are exceptions!). I think our family and friends are trying to be helpful, and to make it better. Listed below are ten unhelpful (and borderline hateful) things people usually say to those of us struggling with infertility. I personally have heard each and every one of these lines. I have also included what I wanted to respond with and what I actually said.
Her Name Would Have Been Sophie
I had a daughter once. At least that’s what my heart told me. A beautiful girl with no face, who would have been all that I am, and everything I’m not. Her name would have been Sophie. To this day, I don’t know why that name came to me. While lovely, I’d never paid it…