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I Was Carrying Life — While Carrying Everyone’s Opinions Too

A raw glimpse into the emotional toll of unsolicited comments during pregnancy.

3d ago

I Was Carrying Life — While Carrying Everyone’s Opinions Too

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Not All First Moments Are Meant to Be Magical

No cinematic music. No instant bond. Just anxiety, confusion, and a slow journey to connection.

5d ago

Not All First Moments Are Meant to Be Magical

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Introvert Diary

My First Love Didn’t Wear a Cape — He Wore a Shirt I Picked

A nostalgic tribute to the man who taught me everything without ever raising his voice.

Jun 15

Father and daughter on an adventure walk

Jun 15

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The Ultimate Cost of One Insanely Wrong Ride

Life is unpredictable — but this one didn’t have to end this way.

Jun 14

Traffic cone

Jun 14

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I Forgive Them for Calling My Baby Tiny

From the diary of a preemie mom

May 15

I Forgive Them for Calling My Baby Tiny

May 15

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Why You’re Not Getting What You Truly Deserve

Sometimes life lessons are tucked inside a food order

Jun 12

Why You’re Not Getting What You Truly Deserve

Jun 12

“Your Milk Is Not Enough”: The Sentence That Hurts New Moms the Most

To every mom who’s questioned herself because of others — this is for you.

Jun 2

“Your Milk Is Not Enough”: The Sentence That Hurts New Moms the Most

Jun 2

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Write A Catalyst

From Diary Pages to Digital Words: My First Month on Medium

What I’ve learned, earned, and felt in my first 30 days of sharing my truth

Jun 1

From Diary Pages to Digital Words: My First Month on Medium

Jun 1

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The Day I Hid From a Ghost Behind My Father’s Hand

A childhood fear turned into a lifelong memory of my father’s silent affection.

May 31

The Day I Hid From a Ghost Behind My Father’s Hand

May 31

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The Instagram Illusion: Why I Envied My Friend’s Perfect Life

A raw reflection on envy, motherhood, and the truth behind social media filters.

May 26

The Instagram Illusion: Why I Envied My Friend’s Perfect Life

May 26

Dharshini Bala

Dharshini Bala

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Hi, I’m Dharshini - a scribbler who writes from the heart. You can also find me on instagram @letters._.by._.d

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