Category: Preparing for birth
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The Silent Struggles of Pregnancy and Birth for Mothers Who Are Survivors of Sexual Assault
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy and childbirth are often portrayed as miraculous experiences filled with joy. However, for many mothers who are survivors of sexual assault, these moments can be overshadowed by unspoken horrors. My own journey through childbirth was not one of easy recollection, and the memories I hold are clouded by pain, distress, and…
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Hemorrhoids: A Common Struggle During Pregnancy That No One Talks About
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it—discussing our ‘backdoor’ issues can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. However, the reality is that we all have them, and it’s crucial to maintain their health. Our bodies are designed to process waste efficiently, and it shouldn’t be a painful experience. When it comes to “dropping the kids off at the…
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Postpartum Depression Almost Cost Me My Life and Marriage
Get Pregnant Fast Many of the memories from my daughter’s first year are a blur—faint and elusive, as though I’m watching a film without being able to grasp the storyline. I feel disconnected from the moments that should have been joyful, as if they were edited out of the footage. This is the unfortunate legacy…
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I Let Go of the DIY Parenting Trap, and It’s Been Liberating
Get Pregnant Fast I tied the knot just a couple of months before I stumbled upon Pinterest, right around the time when barn weddings were all the rage. That moment is etched in my memory; the anger I felt discovering a more efficient way to plan my wedding rather than sifting through my endless digital…
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Mom’s Viral Post Highlights Why C-Sections Aren’t the “Easy Way Out”
Get Pregnant Fast Some individuals mistakenly believe that opting for a c-section is the “easy way out” when it comes to childbirth. However, one mom has eloquently articulated why there truly is no easy route to bringing a child into the world, irrespective of the method. Lily, the creator of the blog and Facebook page…
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Understanding the Complexity of a Rainbow Pregnancy
The Myth vs. Reality of a Rainbow Pregnancy Get Pregnant Fast Trigger Warning: Stillbirth Experiencing a pregnancy after a stillbirth is a journey that diverges significantly from the joyful expectations typically associated with pregnancy. It’s less about baby showers and gender reveals and more about late-night hospital visits and emotional breakdowns in the shower. Should…
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October’s Birth Flowers Shine Bright Like the Morning Sun
Read more As October arrives and the leaves transform, it’s time to celebrate the beautiful birth flowers associated with this month—marigolds and cosmos. If your little one was born in October, these flowers symbolize a vibrant, calm spirit and a generous heart. What Are the October Birth Flowers? October’s birth flowers, the cheerful marigold and…
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Caffeine Consumption During Pregnancy
Read more Caffeine is a widely enjoyed stimulant in the United States, but its consumption during pregnancy is a topic that requires careful consideration. Because caffeine can elevate blood pressure, expectant mothers are advised to limit their intake. Understanding Caffeine Caffeine acts as both a stimulant and a diuretic, which means it can increase heart…