"With each successive birth however, I struggled to bond with my babies, and I winced at the barrage of opinions coming from social media, 'experts,' and many well-meaning family and friends."

Letters, Motherhood, IdentityCorynne StaresinicAugust 10, 2018Postpartum depression, Counseling, Therapy, Depression, Mental and Physical Health, Well-being Comments

Solidarity to Women with Infertility

I grew up believing I was born to be a Mother. It was not a question or a wonder; it was something I was certain of. But the things I arrive at 46 years old, both with and without, surprising me.

Letters, Motherhood, IdentityCorynne StaresinicMay 23, 2018Infertility, Empathy, Mental and Physical Health, Well-being, mOTH, Motherhood Comments

You Were Created Exactly as Intended

Dear Sister, 'There’s nothing wrong with you. You are God’s beloved daughter.' The words hit me like a brick in my chest. I couldn’t believe what I was hearing.

Letters, Motherhood, IdentityCorynne StaresinicMarch 14, 2018Ectopic Pregnancy, Miscarriage, Pregnancy, Motherhood, Confession, Self-care, Mental and Physical Health, Well-being Comments

My Fiat

"To my sisters, carry a light, and bring along the oil, for you know not how long you will wait for Him. A mother, a wife, and a woman who has stood trembling at death’s door..."

Letters, Motherhood, IdentityCorynne StaresinicDecember 6, 2017Fiat, Mary, Motherhood, Entrepreneur, Deck and Oar, Mental and Physical Health, Nyssa BiszkoComment

Being a Mom with Bipolar Disorder

"My name is Chelsea, I am 30 years old, mother to three little girls. As I write this I am watching my oldest play on the porch. It's a warm, spring day. She's singing and playing with sticks in the sunshine. It's a beautiful moment..."

Letters, Motherhood, IdentityCorynne StaresinicNovember 15, 2017Catholic motherhood Bipolar disorder, Catholic mothers who inspire, Mental Health, Bipolar Disorder, Mental and Physical Health, Well-being, Motherhood Comments

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