We go a little bit deep in this episode and are feeling a tad more vulnerable than usual - you will definitely get to know us better! We read responses to last weeks’ question about adoption and fostering and talk about the ways we misunderstood what that process may look like. Jess talks a bit about the re-parenting work she is doing in her own life and in therapy and we read a question about whether having a traumatic childhood impacts your decision on being one and done. We also read an email that discusses medical issues (endometriosis, adenomyosis) as well as race considerations. This week’s questions: If you had a traumatic childhood, how did that play into your decision to be one and done? Has anyone else had medical issues that didn’t prevent pregnancy but impacted your decision to try for more? Does race or identity play a part in your wondering if your child needs a sibling? Feel free to write in about anything you want, each week we will be taking questions or stories on a wider range of topics so that everyone’s voices can be heard. Email us at [email protected] if you have thoughts on these questions or find us on Instagram or Facebook to be a part of the conversation. Our first book club meeting is May 2nd! You can find the audiobook using Audibletrial.com/onlyyou and receive a free one month trial of Audible, or look for a hard copy at your local bookstore or library. Join us this month in reading One and Only by Lauren Sandler. We will be doing a completely free Zoom discussion to talk about our feelings on the book. Only You: A One and Done Podcast is proudly sponsored by Audible. You can now support us on Patreon! All patrons at the $5 level or above can join us for a monthly mental health support group via Zoom and folks at the $10 level can listen ad-free. Also remember to please leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts.