I had four C-sections and my stomach looked like the map of the world. My breasts were hanging down to here from breastfeeding those babies, and my nipples were like platters. I wanted to fit into the gowns that I finally got to wear.

Some people are cool with the fact that their bodies bear witness to this great thing they produced, their children, and I understand that. But on a personal level, it makes me feel better that my breasts are not down to my knees when I'm undressed in front of my husband.

Having and raising children is doing something with your life! ... And I have to say that having your kids is one of the greatest things you can do.

Most of my friends from college became dental hygienists or went into retail, a lot went into sales. They all started getting married and having kids and buying homes and I was still living like a college student

I've always been an independent person, but that independence was in the setting of security

In reality, most women 'choose' abortion because they believe they have no other choice.

When it comes to accepting emotional support or affection, I'm a little guarded and hardened to that.