Tag: home organization
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What It Means When a Mom Pulls Her Hair Up
Get Pregnant Fast Whenever I watch a makeover show, I can’t help but notice that the first move a stylist makes with a mom is often to chop off her hair. Time and again, she insists, “I need it long enough to pull back.” Yet the hairstylist seems oblivious, urging her to embrace a trendy…
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The Clutter in My Home Fuels My Anxiety
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jenna Thompson I’ve always had a penchant for tidiness. Growing up, I shared a room with my sister, who had a more laid-back approach to organization. I vividly remember entering our room, feeling my chest tighten, my heart race, and an overwhelming impulse to tidy up. The sight of our disordered…
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What ‘Normal’ Really Looks Like
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Lifestyle What ‘Normal’ Really Looks Like by Emily Carter Updated: June 2, 2020 Originally Published: March 24, 2018 “Sorry, I can’t invite you over,” other moms often say. “My house is a disaster.” The moment I arrive for a playdate, before exchanging pleasantries, they exclaim, “Please don’t judge me; it’s an…
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If Your Visit to My Home Reveals a Bit of Chaos, Consider It a Sign of Our Friendship
Get Pregnant Fast I wouldn’t classify myself as a complete disaster zone, but I certainly don’t fit the mold of a perfectionist either. I like to think of myself as “easygoing” when it comes to my living space. While I appreciate a clean and organized home, achieving that all the time is not feasible in…
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Dear Partner, Let’s Talk About the Clutter…
Get Pregnant Fast This morning started bright and early, and you’ve already mentioned the chaotic state of our home. So, let’s break down the mess and our day: The Pile of Wet Blankets by the Door Since our landing is conveniently located next to the laundry room, that’s where the wet blankets ended up. The…
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Your Disheveled Bathroom Is Completely Normal
Don’t Stress, Parents: Your Messy Bathroom Is Just Fine Get Pregnant Fast When company is on the way, the anxiety sets in. It’s not about the dishes piled high in the sink. No, it’s the vast terrain of grime-marked baseboards and the wobbly artwork scribbled on your walls. The dust clings in thick layers up…
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Your Home Is Not a Mess—It’s Just Lived In
Get Pregnant Fast When I was younger, I envisioned what my future home would look like. I pictured a spacious backyard where my kids could play games, a sunlit kitchen with a large, rustic dining table for arts and homework, and a delightful shabby chic aesthetic straight out of a home décor catalog. It seemed…
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I’ve Redefined What a ‘Company-Ready’ Home Means, and It’s Made All the Difference
Get Pregnant Fast I have always admired a pristine, well-organized home. If given the chance, I would love for my space to resemble a picture-perfect reveal from a home renovation show. However, the reality of my life—and the vibrant personalities in my family—means that a show-ready home is simply not feasible. You see, I have…