Tag: self-care
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Celebrate! Cannabis-Infused Self-Care Products Have Arrived
Get Pregnant Fast When I tear open a pouch of cannabis-infused Epsom salt, I anticipate the earthy scent of marijuana. Instead, I am welcomed by the soothing aroma of lavender. There’s no hint of the distinct smell of cannabis — and that’s a relief. My goal is not to get high or draw attention, but…
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Moms, Don’t Forget to Pamper Yourself This Mother’s Day
Get Pregnant Fast As Mother’s Day approaches, it’s time to pause and reflect on what it truly means to be a mom. I see you, busy mom, dressed in your favorite yoga pants with your hair pulled back in a messy bun. You might have a touch of concealer on to mask those telltale dark…
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The Secret to Happiness: Housekeepers and Takeout, According to Science
Get Pregnant Fast A recent study reveals that investing money to reclaim our time can significantly enhance our happiness levels. In today’s fast-paced world, the American work ethic often keeps us on a relentless treadmill of productivity, even in our personal lives. We frequently resist hiring help for tasks we could easily delegate, believing we…
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To Embrace Life Fully, We Must Simplify — So Let’s Declutter Our Schedules Now
Get Pregnant Fast A few years back, an online retailer revolutionized my life. It wasn’t just the convenience of having organic snacks and household essentials delivered to my doorstep or the joy of purchasing gifts from the comfort of my living room at odd hours. No, what truly transformed my outlook was the surprising wisdom…
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How Braids Empower Expecting Black Moms for Birth and Postpartum
Read more Braiding hair isn’t just a fashion choice for many Black women; it holds significant cultural importance, particularly as a soothing ritual during late pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. In the Black community, there’s an almost unwritten guideline that braids are essential before embarking on two major life events: traveling and welcoming a…
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Anxiety Medication: A Lifeline for Working Moms
Get Pregnant Fast As a working mother, I’ve discovered that medication plays a crucial role in my daily life. I’m not referring to substances that alter your state of mind; rather, I’m talking about the kind that helps maintain my sanity. For me, Zoloft has made me a more effective mom, partner, and employee. I’ve…
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Mother Embraces the Joys of Co-Parenting, Faces Backlash Online
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s parenting landscape, finding joy in co-parenting can be a controversial topic. Take the case of Julia Thompson, a law professor and mother of two, who recently shared her experiences in a thought-provoking essay titled “Reflections of a Part-Time Parent.” In her piece, Julia discusses how the dynamics of divorce and…
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I Need Time for Myself to Avoid Becoming an Irritable Mom
Get Pregnant Fast As winter break approached, I found myself racing through the house, picking up coats strewn across the floor. I could feel tension building within me, but I couldn’t pinpoint the cause. My kids were quietly enjoying a movie on the sofa, completely oblivious to my mounting frustration. The sight of those jackets…
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My Kids Don’t Always Take Priority, and Here’s Why
Get Pregnant Fast In families with tight budgets, how do you prioritize desires once essential needs are met? Do children always take precedence? In my household, we live paycheck to paycheck with no extra cash to spare. We’ve made financial missteps in the past and are currently working to rectify them. Some weeks, we might…