Christie Drozdowski

American in the UK raising two English daughters. I write about the way we see ourselves, motherhood, and things that catch my eye (or my heart). Words online for Bustle, Romper, Conscious Magazine, and Beloved Mag. In print for Parents Magazine and Cottage Hill Magazine.

Christie Drozdowski

Postpartum

My C-Section Incision Finally Healed — 10 Months After My Baby Was Born

One mother’s harrowing tale.

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I Dressed My Baby Like Michelle Tanner For A Week & Here's What Happened

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Gentle Parenting & Co-Parenting Can Be Hella Hard On Your Marriage

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Gentle Parenting Is Actually Incredibly Hard On Parents

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My Toddler Was In The Birthing Pool With Me For My Second Baby, & Here's How That Looks

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Should I Take Credit For My Amazing Birth?

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The Dutch Classic That Helped Me Bond With My Toddler

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Actual Moms Totally Bust the Myth Of The Isolated, Narcissistic Millennial

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You Made A Baby, But Can You Also Make A Village To Help Raise It?

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What A Life Coach Can Tell Us About Preparing For The Baby Transition

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Moms, Stop Apologizing For Your "Mom Voice" On Social Media

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How Mainstream Feminism Is Hurting Moms

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Why I Refuse To Hide My Anger In Front Of My Daughter

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If You Have Little Kids, You Don't Need A Moms' Group — You Need Older Mom Friends

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Postpartum Rage Is A Real Thing & I Promise You're Not Alone

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I'm TTC A Second Child And I Feel Like I'm Late To The Party

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An Open Letter To My Nipple Shield For Saving My Boobs

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Let's Be Real, Breastfeeding In Public Is Way Harder When You're Fat

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Can We All Agree Date Night Is A Classist Fantasy

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My Breasts Were A No-Go Zone During Sex While I Was Nursing, & Yeah It's A Sacrifice