Tag: single parenting
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Maya Thompson Opens Up About New Mom Anxiety: ‘I’m Constantly Anxious’
Get Pregnant Fast Maya Thompson is becoming a voice for new moms everywhere, candidly sharing her experiences since welcoming her daughter, Sophia, just a few months ago. While promoting her latest film, she took a moment to address the often-overlooked topic of maternal anxiety, something that resonates deeply with many parents. Protective Instincts and Maternal…
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The One Phrase We Should Eliminate from Parenting Discussions
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a demanding journey, often resembling a carefully orchestrated plan. Take my friend, Sarah, a single mother whose daily routine is a marvel of organization: rising early to nurse her infant while her preschooler enjoys some screen time, preparing breakfast, dressing both children, and managing to get herself ready for work—all…
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Night Owls Aren’t Lazy — We’re Just Wired Differently
Get Pregnant Fast It’s 11:30 PM, and I receive a message from a friend who struggles with sleeplessness: “Why are you still up?” To many, particularly parents of young children, the idea of being awake past 10 PM is puzzling. But I often wonder why rising at 6 AM for no real reason is considered…
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Embracing My Decision to Remain Single for the Next Decade
Get Pregnant Fast Today, I found myself in a familiar conversation with a friend I hadn’t seen in a while. We keep in touch mostly through social media, exchanging the customary “We really need to catch up soon. It’s been ages!” Yet, despite our good intentions, we’ve been saying this for six months and I…
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20 Valuable Lessons from My Resilient Single Mother
Get Pregnant Fast As the holiday season approaches, many find themselves overwhelmed with the pressure to splurge on extravagant gifts for their children. While it’s a joyous time filled with laughter and holiday cheer for some, the reality is starkly different for many families across the country and around the globe. For countless parents, the…
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Finding Joy in Shared Custody: Embracing Life Beyond the Kids
Get Pregnant Fast The first time I dropped off my three children at their father’s house, I found myself in a nearby parking lot, needing a moment to gather my thoughts. I was clearly not in the right state to drive, but I managed to leave without letting them see my emotional breakdown. Their first…
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Keeping an Unexpected Baby | At Home Conception
Read more When faced with an unexpected pregnancy, you might find that raising the child, whether solo or with a partner, feels like the right choice for you. Many individuals are navigating the journey of single parenthood, making it more common than ever. To support you in this adventure, we’ve compiled a variety of articles…
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A Salute to All the Incredible Single Parents
Get Pregnant Fast National Single Parent Day, celebrated on March 21st, has inspired me to reflect on the remarkable journey of single parents everywhere. If I could, I would shower each of you with hugs, a mountain of chocolates, and a well-deserved day off to indulge in whatever brings you joy. While that may not…
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The Distinct Divide Between ‘Feeling Like a Single Mom’ and Actually Being One
Get Pregnant Fast In recent discussions, former reality star and entrepreneur, Sara Thompson, shared that she sometimes feels like a single mom when her husband is away for work. This statement, much like others from partnered mothers, elicited eye rolls from those of us who truly navigate the world of single parenting. As a real…