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Roommates with a Baby: Navigating Love, Exhaustion, and the Newborn Fog
No one warns you that having a baby can turn your love life into a rotating shift schedule. Between sleepless nights, emotional landmines, and the endless “whose turn is it?” debates, it’s easy to become more roommates than romantic partners. Here’s how we’re learning to stay connected—even when we’re running on coffee and chaos.
Talaya Murphy
Jul 313 min read
From Two to Three: C-Section Recovery, Relationship Strain, and Finding Our New Rhythm
C-section recovery was nothing like I expected. Between the physical pain, hormone crashes, and trying to navigate a new family dynamic, Jose and I had to relearn how to communicate and show up for each other. Here’s what helped us—and what we’re still learning.
Talaya Murphy
Jul 233 min read
The Hard Way Out: My C-Section Recovery and the Reality Behind the Surgery
They say a C-section is the “easy way out.” I wish that were true. From unexpected surgery to painful recovery and emotional grief—this is what it really felt like.
Talaya Murphy
Jul 223 min read
Choosing Her Safety: How I Faced the Unexpected in Labor, Well C-Section
After hours of Pitocin and no progress, I had to make a decision that shifted everything. This is the story of how I delivered my daughter via C-section—full of fear, strength, and love.
Talaya Murphy
Jul 213 min read
This Is Really Happening: The Night I Was Admitted
Calm on the outside, spiraling inside. A late-night Uber to the hospital led to a whirlwind of vitals, monitors, needles, and the terrifying realization: I might actually leave with a baby in my arms. Part 3 of my birth story takes you inside the moment labor truly began—complete with sarcasm, sidebars, and a whole lot of heart.
Talaya Murphy
Jul 184 min read
When Calm Turns Into Crisis: The Night Everything Shifted
I thought I had more time. But when the fruit didn’t make her move, and the water didn’t wake her, I knew something was off. Then came the blood pressure spike—and the call to Labor & Delivery. This was the moment my calm turned into crisis.
Talaya Murphy
Jul 172 min read
The Day Before the Real Countdown Began
I went in for a routine baby checkup, ready for cute sonogram pics and a stress-free day. Instead? Surprise contractions, high blood pressure, and an overnight stay. Apparently, my body RSVP’d to labor early—and forgot to tell me.
Talaya Murphy
Jul 162 min read
Home, Healing, and Holding On: A Note of Gratitude
After two weeks in and out of the hospital, I’m finally home and healing. In this heartfelt reflection, I share my gratitude for the family, friends, and faith that carried me through. A raw look at recovery, motherhood, and the power of support.
Talaya Murphy
Jul 112 min read
Told Them Something Was Wrong After Surgery. No One Listened.
After gallbladder surgery, I knew something was wrong—but no one listened. Weeks later, I found out I had internal bleeding. Here’s what really happened.
Talaya Murphy
Jul 103 min read
The Weight of Motherhood While in Pain
A raw, honest reflection on motherhood, pain, and being dismissed in the healthcare system as a Black woman.
Talaya Murphy
Jul 12 min read
Growing Through Life, What I Let Go
Sometimes, the path to becoming who you're meant to be isn't straight. In this new post, I share how one unexpected detour changed everything for the better.
Talaya Murphy
Jun 203 min read
Embracing the Journey Ahead, Kind of
A raw, honest, and hilarious look into the early days of my unexpected pregnancy—from five tests and nonstop peeing to navigating symptoms, passport panic, and ER visits. Welcome to the chaos (and beauty) of becoming a mom.
Talaya Murphy
Jun 123 min read
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