Tag: family
-
Stop What You’re Doing and Call Your Mom Right Now
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there! Yes, you—put down whatever you’re doing and pick up the phone. Call your mom today, not tomorrow. Don’t wait for a special occasion or plan it for next week. Make the call right now. Prioritize her today. Trust me, she won’t see it coming. She never expects such gestures, and…
-
My Brother’s Overdose: Lessons I Want to Share
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I received a call that I had both dreaded and anticipated for years: my brother was found dead from a heroin overdose. At just 44 years old, he died alone in his car outside a convenience store in Colorado. I choose to say “died” rather than “passed away.” The latter conjures…
-
What Parents Are Often Afraid to Admit
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a perplexing journey filled with expectations and realities that often clash. There are the promises we make about how we’ll raise our children, the beliefs we hold dear, and then there are the secrets we keep. I discovered early on, after the birth of my first child, that there…
-
March Birth Flowers: Daffodils and Jonquils
Read more If your baby is celebrating a birthday in March, they share their special month with the vibrant daffodil and cheerful jonquil. As spring unfolds, these flowers symbolize optimism, self-confidence, and a sunny disposition—qualities you can expect from your little one! March marks the arrival of spring, and with it, a colorful array of…
-
No, I Don’t Feel ‘Guilty’ About My Teen’s Addiction, And Here’s Why
Get Pregnant Fast During a recent conversation with a fellow mom, I shared that my eldest child has faced challenges with alcohol dependence since his teenage years. Her reaction was immediate: “Oh my goodness, you must feel so guilty!” I’ve encountered many reactions over the years when discussing my child’s struggles. Some people share their…
-
Honoring Mothers: A Moment of Reflection This Mother’s Day
Get Pregnant Fast As Mother’s Day approaches, it’s essential to take a moment to celebrate not only the mothers who are present in our lives but also to remember those who have passed away. For many, this day can be bittersweet—a stark reminder of the absence of a beloved mother who is no longer with…
-
Adoption: A Journey Through Three Trimesters
Get Pregnant Fast As we celebrate National Adoption Month, I’ve been reflecting on the profound impact that adoption has had on my life. I’m immensely grateful for the gift of adoption, which led us to our firstborn son. His birth mother made an incredibly tough choice, and we are forever thankful that she chose us…
-
My Daughter Survived a Horrific Accident, and Guilt Consumed Me
Get Pregnant Fast In February, my precious daughter found herself in a devastating accident that I will never forget. The sound of the crash reverberated through my mind, an echo that left me in a state of shock. It’s haunting to hear something so catastrophic happen without witnessing it in real-time. What’s more painful? Witnessing…
-
The Unexpected Financial Burden of Adopting a Child from Foster Care
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: December 17, 2020 Originally Published: March 25, 2018 All we desire is to welcome a son into our family. We’re specifically looking for a teenage boy aged between 15 and 16. I have always dreamed of adopting an older child from foster care, and my husband, a high school educator, is…
-
Nursery Organization: Space-Saving Tips for Your Baby’s Nursery
Read more Navigating the world of parenting amidst a cluttered nursery can be quite the challenge. If you find yourself overwhelmed by the growing number of baby items, don’t worry! Here are some practical space-saving strategies to help you create a more organized environment for your little one. Streamline Your Baby’s Wardrobe It’s easy to…