Tag: self-care
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The One Thing I Truly Desire for Mother’s Day
Get Pregnant Fast As a seasoned parent, I’ve navigated the typical Mother’s Day traditions—cherishing those handcrafted crafts featuring my children’s tiny footprints, and admiring the beautiful flowers my husband would leave on the dining room table. I even braved the chaos of a restaurant brunch once (a lesson learned there). Now, after a decade in…
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I’m Delaying Pregnancy Until I Shed the Baby Weight
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Jessica Lane Updated: July 2, 2020 Originally Published: May 1, 2017 My daughter is about to celebrate her second birthday next month. When my son was nearing his second birthday, I was at my peak fitness level. I was working out consistently, sometimes even twice a day, purely because it…
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Confession: I Pop My Partner’s Zits
Get Pregnant Fast My partner, Mike, is quite the hairy fellow. With a thick mane of chest, back, and arm hair, plus a lumberjack-style beard, he’s definitely not lacking in the fur department. Over the 13 years we’ve been together, his hair situation has escalated. While he once had just a sprinkle of chest hair—much…
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45 Lessons I Wish I’d Discovered Earlier in Life
Get Pregnant Fast As I recently celebrated my 45th birthday, I find myself reflecting on the journey of motherhood and life itself. Approaching 50 feels like an inevitable milestone, and I can’t help but ponder what it truly means to be a middle-aged woman in today’s world. With gravity playing its tricks and the inevitability…
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Dads, Your Mental Health Matters Too
Get Pregnant Fast As I delve deeper into the journey of parenthood, it becomes increasingly clear that one of the most vital things I can do for my children is to prioritize my own mental well-being. All parents experience mood swings and moments of frustration; it’s an inevitable part of raising young ones. However, when…
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5 Surprising Outcomes of Getting a Brazilian Wax
Get Pregnant Fast As women, personal grooming is often part of our routine, but how we choose to maintain ourselves is entirely up to us. Do you prefer a simple trim, a creative design, or going completely bare? The options are endless! However, for busy mothers, personal upkeep may take a backseat to other responsibilities…
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Permission for the New Mother: A Go-Ahead I Wish I Had Received
Get Pregnant Fast When I found out I was expecting my first child, Lucas, I felt radiant. From the moment I knew he was a boy, I envisioned his name and embraced the journey ahead. A friend captured beautiful maternity photos of my growing belly. I read stories aloud, sang lullabies, and prepared for his…
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11 Indicators You May Be Experiencing High-Functioning Depression (It’s a Real Condition)
Get Pregnant Fast If I were to ask you to envision someone battling depression, what image comes to mind? Do you picture someone who struggles to rise from bed each day, perhaps calling in sick to work, or someone who isolates themselves from friends while sleeping excessively? Or do you see a successful, educated professional…