Tag: boundaries
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Fertility and Self-Care: A Journey of Self-Acceptance
Fertility and Self-Care: A Journey of Self-Acceptance Fertility is a complex and sensitive topic for many people, especially for those struggling to conceive. It can be a rollercoaster of emotions, from hope and excitement to disappointment and sadness. Along with the physical challenges of fertility, there are also mental and emotional aspects that need to…
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Breaking the News: How to Talk to Friends and Family About Your Infertility and Artificial Insemination Journey
Breaking the News: How to Talk to Friends and Family About Your Infertility and Artificial Insemination Journey Infertility is a delicate and emotional topic for many couples. It can be a challenging and isolating journey, filled with disappointments and heartache. For those who have decided to pursue artificial insemination as a potential solution, the process…
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Fertility and Emotional Health: 31 DIY Practices for Coping
Fertility and Emotional Health: 31 DIY Practices for Coping Fertility struggles can take a significant toll on a person’s emotional well-being. The constant rollercoaster of hope, disappointment, and uncertainty can lead to feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression. It’s essential to prioritize your emotional health during this challenging time and find healthy coping mechanisms to…
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Why I Refuse to Force My Kids to Share
Get Pregnant Fast When my daughter started preschool, I was taken aback by a sharing policy they had in place. The rule was simple: If a child was playing with a toy, they weren’t obligated to share it just because another child asked. They had the option to share, but if they were engaged in…
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Dear Kids, Here’s What I Mean When I Say ‘I Don’t Care If You’re Upset With Me’
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, kids. I want to have an honest conversation with you about something that’s been on my mind: our home feels like a battlefield lately. Seriously. You’re at that age where you crave more freedom, and that’s understandable, but it often leads to a tug-of-war situation between us. You might not…
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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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Dad’s Viral Post Highlights the Hard Truth of Parenting: Sometimes, You Have to Be the Bad Guy
Get Pregnant Fast Being the “bad guy” isn’t easy, but it’s often a necessary part of effective parenting. This sentiment was poignantly illustrated by a recent post from a dad named Ryan Matthews, who shared a relatable experience that many parents face. When Ryan took his daughter to a local bookstore, she spotted a backpack…
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What to Do When Your Friend’s Child Can’t Stop Hitting You
Parenting Advice Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Sep. 17, 2023 Originally Published: Sep. 14, 2017 Question from Mark in Ohio: What’s the best way to handle a friend’s 4-year-old who finds it hilarious to hit me in the groin, while my friends just laugh? Every time the kid is around, I have to shield myself. I…