A friend’s daughter is pregnant with her first child, and has experienced the joys of morning sickness, back pain, and unsolicited comments about the size of her body. She recently wrote a social … [Read more...]
When Babies Aren’t Your Business
A friend of mine recently went to visit a friend and her new baby. During their visit, the subject of fertility came up, as my friend is trying for a baby of her own. She asked if the couple had been … [Read more...]
Why It’s Impolite to Ask About Starting a Family
When a couple gets married, one of the first things they’re asked is when they’re going to have children. But according to several newlyweds of my acquaintance, asking about children is a major faux … [Read more...]