Author: Coffee with Margie
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The Hardest Question
“How many kids do you have?” Excuse me while I pick up my heart from the floor. This is the question that shatters me deep down. Although my initial response is the same, the following questions of “how old is he?”, “I bet you’re exhausted”, “you should bring him next time!” are gut wrenching. Depending…
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Dear Pregnant Friend
Dear Pregnant Friend, I know you were scared to tell me. Allow me to explain my view so you can understand that deep down, I am actually happy for you. Yes, I’m jealous of you. Because a few months ago, I was pregnant, too. I know the feelings you’re experiencing. The excitement, the fear. That…
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Don’t Forget Daddy
I have always been a huge advocate for my husband – River’s Daddy. Each appointment we went to, I was always asked how I was doing. But would respond with a “we” statement instead. The dad’s often get overlooked and forgotten. Don’t forget daddy. I know – they didn’t birth the child, they’re not bleeding,…
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Guide to Healing
This is my personal guide to healing. I am not an expert, I am simply giving you tips on what helped me personally get through the initial grieving process. I will update this throughout my healing process with things I find helpful! Create a positive mindset: This is the hardest part. It’s hard to reset…
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I Dreamed of You Last Night
January 10th, 2021. I dreamed of you last night. I have been waiting for a dream like that. It seems as if when I stop thinking about it, you appear. My little man, you are a sneaky one. It was the first time in my life I wished my dreams were my reality. I dreamed…
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A Father’s Perspective on His Stillborn Son
Take a look into the perspective of my husband, TJ, regarding his experience with our stillborn son. I hope this allows other men to feel a sense of connection and bring comfort in knowing that it is okay to not be okay. As his wife, I always advocated for him throughout this process. The father…
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