Category: TTC
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Moms’ Mental Wellness: Navigating Postpartum Challenges
Read more Becoming a mom is a transformative experience, filled with joy and excitement, but it can also present unexpected challenges, especially regarding mental health. After giving birth, many mothers like Sarah and Emily may experience a mix of emotions, including anxiety, sadness, or even feelings of being overwhelmed. This emotional rollercoaster is often referred…
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Understanding the Challenges of Being the Eldest Child
Get Pregnant Fast In a bustling household, the youngest sibling can often unintentionally wreak havoc. Take, for instance, a four-year-old who stumbled upon his older brother’s meticulously assembled Lego Starship. What began as innocent curiosity quickly escalated into chaos as he dismantled piece after piece, scattering them throughout the house. When the eight-year-old, named Ryan,…
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Three Marriages in One: The Evolution of My Relationship
Get Pregnant Fast I recently found myself on break at work, engrossed in a thought-provoking article by Ada Calhoun in the New York Times. In her piece, she explores the transformations that occur within married couples over time. Her central message is that while we often assume the person we marry will remain unchanged, the…
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I’m Exhausted by the Phrase ‘Just Ask Your Mom’
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Parenting I’m Exhausted by the Phrase ‘Just Ask Your Mom’ by Sarah Johnson November 11, 2023 This morning, as I was rushing to leave the house, my 3-year-old snatched a tangerine from the table and took it to my husband. While I was busy packing my bag, ready to bid farewell…
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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…