Tag: Mental Health
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The Unseen Challenges of Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast Reality check: This is my life. Just two nights ago, I found myself battling a frizzy mane, interrupted mid-blow-dry by an inconsolable baby. I was clad in a tank top that reeked of sour milk, the fabric drenched in spit-up. It hit me that it was already 8 p.m., and my only…
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Why Women Need Each Other: The Power of Connection
Get Pregnant Fast In the stillness of last night, I found myself wide awake, my thoughts racing. This isn’t an unusual occurrence for me. As I lay there, my mind replayed the day’s events, creating endless to-do lists and recalling moments I had overlooked earlier. But one thought kept resurfacing: “Too much and not enough.”…
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Confronting Milk Guilt: My Breastfeeding Journey
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be honest: the pressure surrounding breastfeeding can be overwhelming. Each week, various platforms share heartfelt stories from mothers navigating the ups and downs of nursing or pumping, and it’s a lot to take in. Recently, I stumbled upon a candid account from Sarah Thompson, who expressed her own struggles with breastfeeding,…
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Understanding Childhood Emotional Neglect: My Journey of Discovery
Get Pregnant Fast It surfaces in small moments: when my pre-teen lashes out because her favorite shirt is nowhere to be found, or when my partner storms in after a long, taxing day, silent but visibly upset. It creeps in during phone calls with my father when he reminds me I haven’t been reaching out…
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Navigating the Fear of Expanding My Family After PPD
Get Pregnant Fast 2023 has been an unusual year, filled with uncertainty and introspection. Fortunately, I haven’t faced any significant personal crises. In fact, the first few months have brought some positive changes: I’ve made new friends, explored new places, and even landed a new job that I love. I even received a writing award,…
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Understanding My Journey: From Struggles to Empowerment
My Journey Before: Get Pregnant Fast I believed in self-love and confidence, striving to prioritize my well-being. However, like many mothers, I often neglected my health, skipping annual checkups and follow-ups. Unbeknownst to me, I was quietly developing Type 2 Diabetes. Throughout the previous year, I experienced what I thought were severe panic attacks, which…
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What You’re Really Communicating When You Say ‘I’m Busy’ to a Friend
Get Pregnant Fast “How have you been?” I inquire, stealing a quick glance at the clock on my phone. I’ve unexpectedly crossed paths with a friend I haven’t seen in ages, and we’re both zipping through the grocery store like we’re in a race. Spotting her in the snack aisle ignites a pang of nostalgia.…
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How Allowing Myself to Break Down Helped Me Move Forward
Get Pregnant Fast “I just want to take a shower,” the voice in my head screams. “I simply want to enjoy a moment of solitude to shower, use the bathroom alone, and fold laundry without someone clinging to me.” Wait. No. I definitely do NOT want to fold laundry. When did my life become so…
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I May Seem ‘Normal,’ But Here’s What You Don’t Realize
Get Pregnant Fast Today, I left some items unchecked on my to-do list. You might think that’s no big deal, right? After all, I’m a busy mom with a tidy home, well-behaved kids, and a thriving business from home. So why does it matter that I didn’t achieve everything I set out to do today?…