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Setting Up a Baby Registry and Nursery When You Don’t Even Know Your Zip Code in Four Months
Preparing for a baby is supposed to be joyful, intentional, and maybe even a little Pinterest-worthy. But what happens when you’re doing it while unemployed, navigating DC’s high cost of living, and genuinely unsure what city—or continent—you’ll be living in by spring? That’s where I’ve found myself. When I bought my DC rowhome, I imagined…
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C-Section vs. Induction vs. “Natural” Birth: What I’ve Learned About Advocating for Myself as a First-Time Mom at 40
When I learned I was pregnant at 40 with gestational diabetes, I assumed I’d have a low-risk vaginal birth. But reality reshaped everything — from how I think about labor positions and induction to how I plan for my child’s safety. After a consultation on MAVEN Clinic, I began asking my care team hard questions…
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When Control Meets Chemistry: My Gestational Diabetes Diagnosis
I was recently diagnosed with gestational diabetes and anemia. Diabetes runs in my family. My mother developed it when she was pregnant with me — and it never went away. My father, on the other hand, managed to keep it at bay through diet and exercise until his sixties. Their paths have always been a…
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From Bangkok to Bureaucratic Healthcare: Finding Care that Feels Human
Growing up, I spent much of my childhood in Asia. Bangkok, Thailand, in particular, was where my family would go for annual check-ups or any health issues that came up. Looking back now, I realize I was accustomed to something many would consider a luxury: concierge healthcare. Doctors knew me, appointments were thorough, and there…
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