Category: TTC
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My Daughter’s ADHD: A Gift, Not a Burden
Get Pregnant Fast My 7-year-old daughter struggles to remain seated. Over the years, I’ve observed her classmates mastering the art of concentration. Initially, it was merely long enough to create drawings, then to sit at a desk and absorb lessons. I’ve seen them complete schoolwork without tearing pages or leaving the table in tears, and…
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Vaping and E-Cigarettes During Pregnancy: Health Risks and Quitting Strategies
Read more Navigating pregnancy can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to making healthy choices for your baby. If you’re trying to break the smoking habit and have turned to e-cigarettes, or you’re concerned about secondhand exposure to vaping, it’s essential to understand the implications for your pregnancy. What Are E-Cigarettes? E-cigarettes are electronic devices…
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Understanding the ‘Motherhood Penalty’: What It Really Means for Working Moms
Get Pregnant Fast Ladies, gather around. Prepare yourselves for a revelation that might just shake your world: motherhood significantly impacts your career trajectory. I apologize for my sarcasm, but it’s disheartening to see yet another wave of articles flooding my social media, heralding the surprising discovery that the gender pay gap can be traced back…
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I Thought I Was Having a Stroke, but It Turned Out to Be an Ocular Migraine
Get Pregnant Fast The first time I experienced an ocular migraine, I was around 20 years old. I was lounging on the couch, watching TV, when suddenly, my vision became blurry. It was a sweltering summer day, and I figured I was just overheated, so I decided to lie down for a bit. Then, the…
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Mom’s Mental Load: The Most Exhausting Part of Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast The intricacies of motherhood are often challenging to articulate, especially to those who haven’t experienced it themselves. The daily mental checklist of tasks and responsibilities required to keep a family and household running smoothly can be overwhelming. Mom blogger Jenna Miller recently expressed these sentiments on her Facebook page, sharing a heartfelt…
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Retro Baby Names Are Making a Comeback: A Look at Timeless Choices
Get Pregnant Fast Evelyn. Agnes. Lincoln. It seems the future of baby naming is taking a nostalgic turn. In an exploration of vintage names gaining popularity, we dive into the charm of these classic selections. From former presidents to grandmothers, we are examining every detail of these trends. The pressing question remains, “How trendy is…
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If I’m Being Honest, Motherhood Feels Overwhelming Right Now
Get Pregnant Fast When morning arrives, I’ve often been awake for hours, postponing the inevitable start of the day. The baby has been nursing intermittently, allowing both of us to linger in a sleepy haze a bit longer. To put it plainly, I feel utterly drained and wish I could just stay in bed forever.…