Really enjoyed this. Love how you've positioned the stories... they're so relatable. Ooohhh body embarrassment is the worst and it's the mindset shift that's so interesting. Thank you!
Yes! I have a degree in Communications and our daughter had a comprehension delay as a child that is now basically overcome.
Back in the day I took her bra shopping. We had talked boobs, bits, and monthly blood. But somehow in her sweet pure mind she heard if you wear a bra you can get pregnant.
I felt like such a failure, but we laugh now. She has to work harder than her peers and still lives with us as there are other delays. But she comes with questions and comments. I love it.
Oh wow, that bra moment, heartbreaking and hilarious in equal measure. Kids fill in the blanks in ways we could never predict, and honestly? That’s not a parenting fail, that’s just the wild way little brains work. The fact that she could come to you with it says everything about the safety and trust you’ve built. That’s what matters most. ✨
This is great! The shame that we have learned to feel about such normal biological aspects is real and you are busting it! Putting light on these issues normalizes them and has the potential to help de-shames them.
I remember reading "Everybody poops" with my kids years ago. Maybe we need a grown up version. :)
Love this line: "This is how we should all be talking to each other. Factually. Honestly. Sometimes bluntly. Without shame." YES!
Hahaha honestly, imagine a Bristol Stool Chart but with a little social story for each one explaining the whys and wherefores. "This one’s stress, that one’s too much cheese, this one’s life choices..." 😂 - And this is what you should be doing about it. Honestly though, humor cracks the shame wide open. Thanks again for being part of these important conversations. 🧡
Another brilliant piece that I am more than honored to have inspired ✨
First off thank you for speaking about human care because my ass has no kids and maybe one day I’ll have to rely on what once was a stranger to help me. The ones that serve in that way truly do not get paid or appreciated correctly. Thank you 😊
2. How would anyone literally know anything if they never asked about anything ? The curious mind is fascinating. Seeks knowledge and understanding. Thank you for continuing to educate 🙌🏼
Lastly, my pms brain has gotten to me and I have forgotten what I wanted to say 😂 but I love how you bring words to life and it’s always a pleasure to read your work 🫶🏼
Oh, you have absolutely nothing to thank me for 🧡 This is just real life, messy and beautiful and worth talking about.And hey, if the day ever comes when you need a little extra help, I hope the world sends you people who see you fully and treat you with the care and dignity you deserve. 🫶Also — blaming everything on PMS brain is absolutely valid 😂 You always make me smile when you show up here, thank you for that.
"Somewhere along the line, all the embarrassment fell away."
"Because real care doesn’t leave space for shame." As a son who has done this for his own mother and as a person whose rare disease will take me to the patient side someday, I love how you put this. There is no greater sacrifice than helping in this way to another human being. Bless you!
I cared for my dad in his final week, and it’s something I’ll always be grateful for, it taught me so much about love, even when it was hard. I can’t imagine how much strength it takes to hold both sides of this journey like you are. If you ever need a chat or just a friend in your corner, I'm here. 🫶
You’ve absolutely made my day. 🖤 This is exactly why I keep showing up, to catch these raw, messy pieces of life and throw them into the light. Thank you for seeing it.
This is beautiful. I find that people are so afraid to talk about things they think are “weird.” I agree with you. Start the conversation now. Talk about all the bits and bumps. You might actually learn something.
Thank you so much! It feels good to just say it out loud, doesn’t it? Here’s to more open conversations, less whispering, and a lot more understanding. 🖤
Oh don't get me wrong I 100% agree with you, it's just a reminder to people to keep the conversations open, as one day they might find a scary lump, and be to embarrassed to tell anyone. I just want people to feel safe enough to talk before they need to.
Really enjoyed this. Love how you've positioned the stories... they're so relatable. Ooohhh body embarrassment is the worst and it's the mindset shift that's so interesting. Thank you!
Body embarrassment really does dig deep, doesn’t it? It’s wild how much of it isn’t even ours to carry, it’s just what we’re taught to feel.
Yes! I have a degree in Communications and our daughter had a comprehension delay as a child that is now basically overcome.
Back in the day I took her bra shopping. We had talked boobs, bits, and monthly blood. But somehow in her sweet pure mind she heard if you wear a bra you can get pregnant.
I felt like such a failure, but we laugh now. She has to work harder than her peers and still lives with us as there are other delays. But she comes with questions and comments. I love it.
Oh wow, that bra moment, heartbreaking and hilarious in equal measure. Kids fill in the blanks in ways we could never predict, and honestly? That’s not a parenting fail, that’s just the wild way little brains work. The fact that she could come to you with it says everything about the safety and trust you’ve built. That’s what matters most. ✨
This is great! The shame that we have learned to feel about such normal biological aspects is real and you are busting it! Putting light on these issues normalizes them and has the potential to help de-shames them.
I remember reading "Everybody poops" with my kids years ago. Maybe we need a grown up version. :)
Love this line: "This is how we should all be talking to each other. Factually. Honestly. Sometimes bluntly. Without shame." YES!
Hahaha honestly, imagine a Bristol Stool Chart but with a little social story for each one explaining the whys and wherefores. "This one’s stress, that one’s too much cheese, this one’s life choices..." 😂 - And this is what you should be doing about it. Honestly though, humor cracks the shame wide open. Thanks again for being part of these important conversations. 🧡
Another brilliant piece that I am more than honored to have inspired ✨
First off thank you for speaking about human care because my ass has no kids and maybe one day I’ll have to rely on what once was a stranger to help me. The ones that serve in that way truly do not get paid or appreciated correctly. Thank you 😊
2. How would anyone literally know anything if they never asked about anything ? The curious mind is fascinating. Seeks knowledge and understanding. Thank you for continuing to educate 🙌🏼
Lastly, my pms brain has gotten to me and I have forgotten what I wanted to say 😂 but I love how you bring words to life and it’s always a pleasure to read your work 🫶🏼
#yourbiggestfan
Oh, you have absolutely nothing to thank me for 🧡 This is just real life, messy and beautiful and worth talking about.And hey, if the day ever comes when you need a little extra help, I hope the world sends you people who see you fully and treat you with the care and dignity you deserve. 🫶Also — blaming everything on PMS brain is absolutely valid 😂 You always make me smile when you show up here, thank you for that.
"Somewhere along the line, all the embarrassment fell away."
"Because real care doesn’t leave space for shame." As a son who has done this for his own mother and as a person whose rare disease will take me to the patient side someday, I love how you put this. There is no greater sacrifice than helping in this way to another human being. Bless you!
I cared for my dad in his final week, and it’s something I’ll always be grateful for, it taught me so much about love, even when it was hard. I can’t imagine how much strength it takes to hold both sides of this journey like you are. If you ever need a chat or just a friend in your corner, I'm here. 🫶
What an exquisite piece of human life captured by a brilliant writer. This is what it’s all about - so good.
You’ve absolutely made my day. 🖤 This is exactly why I keep showing up, to catch these raw, messy pieces of life and throw them into the light. Thank you for seeing it.
This is beautiful. I find that people are so afraid to talk about things they think are “weird.” I agree with you. Start the conversation now. Talk about all the bits and bumps. You might actually learn something.
Thank you so much! It feels good to just say it out loud, doesn’t it? Here’s to more open conversations, less whispering, and a lot more understanding. 🖤
Great post. I do think there is such a thing such as over sharing, but I also agree with you, there is such a thing as under-sharing too.
And yeah, I admit, the title did intrigue me.
Oh don't get me wrong I 100% agree with you, it's just a reminder to people to keep the conversations open, as one day they might find a scary lump, and be to embarrassed to tell anyone. I just want people to feel safe enough to talk before they need to.