Tag: healthy relationships
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Is Your Partner Driving You Up the Wall? That May Be a Good Sign
Get Pregnant Fast My partner can be incredibly frustrating at times. Take, for instance, his habit of leaving dirty shoes strewn across the house. I find them in the kitchen, the hallway, and even in front of the couch—everywhere except where they belong. He also tends to forget to close the bathroom cabinet and rarely…
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In Love with My Ex-Husband: A Journey to a Happy Divorce
Get Pregnant Fast By: Sarah Thompson Updated: Jan. 2, 2019 Originally Published: Dec. 18, 2017 Got your attention, right? Clearly, I have some explaining to do. After nearly four years of being divorced, how can one claim they’re still in love with their ex? Simple: I truly am. In fact, I find myself loving him…
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Why We Choose Not to Compel Our Children to Hug
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I often find myself navigating the complex world of social interactions, especially when it comes to physical affection. Recently, my toddler, Mia, shyly nestled her head into my shoulder as we met her grandparents for the first time in over six months. Although they were ecstatic about the reunion,…
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Teaching Religious Abstinence: A Path to Shame That Fails to Educate
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up in a small town, I cherished my childhood, surrounded by farms, football games, and churches on nearly every corner. Even after leaving for college and starting a new life, I dreamed of returning to that hometown for my wedding. When I finally walked down the aisle of that Southern Baptist…
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Effective Communication is Essential: Don’t Let These Behaviors Sabotage Your Marriage
Get Pregnant Fast About a year ago, my partner and I faced a significant turning point in our relationship. After more than two decades together, we had drifted away from our core priorities as a couple. Years of unspoken grievances and pent-up resentment led to a heated argument that culminated in a shocking revelation: “I…
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Embracing My Role as the ‘Mean Mom’: Why It’s Important for Raising Good Kids
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I often find myself in the position of being the ‘mean mom.’ Whether it’s asking my kids to tidy up their messes or limiting their gaming time, there are plenty of moments that leave them feeling frustrated with me. Sometimes, I even have the audacity to request that they…
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Motherhood: More Than Just a Life of Servitude
Get Pregnant Fast As a single mother, I once made the tough decision to step back from my adult child during a challenging time. Did I feel guilty? Absolutely. But in hindsight, I realize that my feelings of guilt stemmed more from my own issues than from our relationship. My son and I are on…
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6 Essential Relationship Tips for Teens
Get Pregnant Fast It feels like just yesterday I was tucking you in with your favorite stuffed animal, and now you’re on the brink of your teenage years. As you approach thirteen, it’s an exciting time of self-discovery and growth. While these years will be filled with both joy and challenges, they are pivotal in…