The Mother Before The Mother
The post explores the often‑overlooked emotional limbo that precedes a couple’s decision to try for a baby. It describes a subtle, internal shift where readiness surfaces before any concrete plans are made. The author highlights the scarcity of content addressing this pre‑TTC phase, despite its impact on thoughts about work, ambition, and future identity. By naming this liminal space, the piece invites broader conversation about mental preparation for parenthood.
Strangers Book Club Link For Tonight
Belle Burden’s memoir *Strangers* chronicles her sudden divorce during the early COVID‑19 pandemic, the ensuing financial turmoil, and a deep identity crisis. The book argues that true security is elusive and challenges the cultural myth of “having it all.” A...
April Book Announcement + Critiquing Somebody's Life
Substack author announces the next book club selection, Belle Burden’s memoir “Strangers,” with a Zoom discussion slated for April 30 at 7 PM Eastern for paid subscribers. The host is evaluating a move to Substack Live to keep events within the platform,...
How Do You Come Back to Wellness After Living in Extremes?
Lee Tilghman’s March 2026 post explores how to regain personal wellness after living at ideological extremes. She recounts the uneasy feeling of lacing up running shoes for the first time in four years, using that moment to illustrate the delicate...