Mothershould

Abbey was just starting to live her life the way she wanted, learning how to draw boundaries and state her own needs. Over the past year, any suggestion with the hint of a "should" sent her into a defensive stance - no one can tell her what she should do anymore! She was free! And then she got pregnant and the waterfall of "shoulds" from everyone and their mothers began. This humorous and honest piece will explore Abbey's experiences moving through the world as a pregnant person, preparing for and giving birth, and early motherhood.